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Fresh fires ignite in Southern California as LA endures a week of blazes

Southern California faces extreme fire danger with lives lost and ongoing evacuations due to wildfires amid critical weather conditions.

Wildfires rage out of control across Southern California

Wildfires in Southern California are devastating, with significant acreage lost and zero containment, leading to widespread evacuations and urgent firefighting efforts.

Here's where things stand for several major landmarks in the Los Angeles fires

Southern California is battling major wildfires intensified by strong winds, prompting evacuations and safety measures across various cultural and scientific sites.

Brush Fires in Southern California Prompt Evacuations and Power Outages

Two significant brush fires in Southern California prompted evacuations, injuries, and power outages amidst challenging weather conditions.

German cultural sites at risk in California wildfires DW 01/09/2025

The Thomas Mann House and Villa Aurora are historic sites at risk from California wildfires, highlighting the intersection of cultural heritage and environmental threats.

Fresh fires ignite in Southern California as LA endures a week of blazes

Southern California faces extreme fire danger with lives lost and ongoing evacuations due to wildfires amid critical weather conditions.

Wildfires rage out of control across Southern California

Wildfires in Southern California are devastating, with significant acreage lost and zero containment, leading to widespread evacuations and urgent firefighting efforts.

Here's where things stand for several major landmarks in the Los Angeles fires

Southern California is battling major wildfires intensified by strong winds, prompting evacuations and safety measures across various cultural and scientific sites.

Brush Fires in Southern California Prompt Evacuations and Power Outages

Two significant brush fires in Southern California prompted evacuations, injuries, and power outages amidst challenging weather conditions.

German cultural sites at risk in California wildfires DW 01/09/2025

The Thomas Mann House and Villa Aurora are historic sites at risk from California wildfires, highlighting the intersection of cultural heritage and environmental threats.
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UPDATE: Several schools evacuated following bomb threats in Toronto

Toronto police evacuated several schools due to bomb threats, ensuring student safety while investigations are ongoing.

More than 170 snowboarders and skiers rescued after Colorado ski lift cracks

Emergency protocols at Winter Park Resort successfully evacuated over 170 skiers after a gondola lift crack, with no injuries reported.

Berkeley's tsunami evacuation order made it an outlier among East Bay cities

Berkeley's swift evacuation after an earthquake tsunami warning underscores the importance of proactive disaster management.
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NYC-area residents slammed with more smoke from wildfire when flames breach containment line overnight

Wildfire containment efforts are challenged by low humidity and strong winds, leading to smoke spreading into urban areas.

Update: Acres burned in Shasta County grows to 4,131, Shoe Fire still 8% contained

The Shoe Fire in California has burned over 4,000 acres and is only 8% contained, attributed to human activity and exacerbated by dry weather.

NYC-area residents slammed with more smoke from wildfire when flames breach containment line overnight

Wildfire containment efforts are challenged by low humidity and strong winds, leading to smoke spreading into urban areas.

Update: Acres burned in Shasta County grows to 4,131, Shoe Fire still 8% contained

The Shoe Fire in California has burned over 4,000 acres and is only 8% contained, attributed to human activity and exacerbated by dry weather.
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Why is there still no new plan to help Ontarians with disabilities get out of some buildings in an emergency? | CBC News

Emergency evacuation plans for people with disabilities are critically lacking and pose serious safety risks.

Four-alarm fire breaks out in Oakland Hills

A four-alarm fire in Oakland Hills resulted in evacuations and destroyed four structures, amid severe fire conditions.

Flight cancellations soar ahead of Milton, Biden warns carriers against price gouging

Airlines faced backlash for steep fare increases amid Hurricane Milton, prompting calls for fair pricing from government officials.
The situation highlighted concerns over price gouging and access to flights for evacuations.

Tracking the Line Fire in San Bernardino County

The Line Fire has burned over 17,000 acres in San Bernardino County, leading to evacuations of local communities.

Weather tracker: Hundreds evacuated during flash flooding in Balearic Islands

Flash flooding caused widespread evacuations and significant damage in the Balearic Islands, while Hurricane Ernesto impacted Bermuda and the eastern US coast.
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