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Mar 10 2023
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State of emergency: California hit with more rain, thousands under evacuation orders
As I described last week, the heavy rain and snow so far this year has been great for California’s drought problem. In just a matter of months the state has gone from serious drought almost everywhere to relatively mild drought in just a few places. But the storms that keep hitting California are creating serious problems in many parts of the state. Wednesday Gov. Newsom declared a state of
HotAirJul 16 2024
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Kaumakani and Hanapēpē fire now 100% contained, but some residents remain without power
HANAPEPE, Hawai'i (Island News) -- The Kauai Fire Department has announced that the fire in Kaumakani and Hanapēpē is now 100% contained, and the evacuation notice for Kaumakani residents has been lifted. As of the latest update received just before midnight Monday, two shelters remain operational to assist those affected: one located at Waimea High School and another at the Hanapēpē
KITV 4Jul 13 2024
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Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Trump holds campaign rally in Doral
The City Council approved plans to build more than 220 apartments near Garden of the Gods Road, about three years after a previous council denied another apartment project across the street because they concluded it could make emergency evacuations more dangerous.
Yes, it seems like a good location for apartments No, it seems unsafe and/or overcrowded
Colorado Springs GazetteJul 16 2024
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Kauai Mayor pleased with quick emergency response to west side brush fires
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Monday’s fire on Kauai’s west side burned roughly 1,100 acres — according to the county. And while it came dangerously close to homes, miraculously, none of them were lost. Crews spent much of the day keeping a close eye on hotspots. Some areas are still smoldering Tuesday as brisk winds brought lingering concerns of possible flare-ups. County, private, and state
Hawaii News NowJul 16 2024
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This day in weather history: Guadalupe River floods its banks, killing 10
COMFORT, Texas – Thirty-seven years ago, a flash flood resulted in one of the worst tragedies to ever strike the Texas Hill Country. On the night of July 16, 1987, just outside Comfort, the kids at Pot O’ Gold Christian Camp were settling in for their final night of the retreat, while 30 miles up the Guadalupe River, at the other end of Kerr County, heavy rainfall would turn what had been a
KSATJul 16 2024
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Deadman's Fire severely impacting seasonal business on Tongue River
The Deadman's fire which first broke out over the weekend has severely impacted a seasonal business located on the Tongue River. The fire caused authorities to suggest evacuation for all campers staying at Tongue River State Park over the weekend, which has caused a major drop in business for the Tongue River Marina. Marina Owner Ryan Bogers has had a front row seat to the fire and it's
KTVQ 2Jul 16 2024
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A lightning strike ruptured a gas line and set a home on fire in Germantown
Ten fire departments responded to Germantown to extinguish multiple fires caused by lightning Monday night. Lighting caused a major natural gas leak and two Germantown homes were evacuated just after 10 p.m., said Germantown Fire Chief John Delain. Delain said lightning struck a tree near the corner of Starlite Drive and Pilgrim Road, causing a gas main to rupture and then rupture a nearby gas
Milwaukee Journal SentinelJul 12 2024
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Crews respond to fire in American Airlines plane at SFO
American Airlines passengers were evacuated Friday afternoon from a plane at San Francisco International Airport due to a fire in the cabin, according to the San Francisco Fire Department.
Officials said the blaze has been extinguished and no injuries were reported.
The incident was reported at 12:15 p.m.
No other information was immediately available.
NBC Bay AreaJul 16 2024
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Battalion chiefs from San Diego, Poway want residents to prep for wildfires
With more rain than usual early this year and temperatures now sizzling in the region, fire battalion chiefs with Poway and San Diego Fire-Rescue are anticipating a busy summer and fall for wildfires. “Have a go-bag close by to use in case you need to evacuate,” said Battalion Chief Mark Reece, the chief for San Diego Fire-Rescue’s Battalion 7, which includes Rancho Bernardo. He recommends
San Diego Union-TribuneJul 13 2024
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection train drug-sniffing dogs at a government canine training center in rural Virginia
The City Council approved plans to build more than 220 apartments near Garden of the Gods Road, about three years after a previous council denied another apartment project across the street because they concluded it could make emergency evacuations more dangerous.
Yes, it seems like a good location for apartments No, it seems unsafe and/or overcrowded
Colorado Springs Gazette