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#wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 21

New wildfire LAC-371849 reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment or known cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 6

A new wildfire has ignited in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 4

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County with uncertain containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 12

A new wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment information or cause determined.

Breaking: Luck Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 25

The Luck Fire is a new wildfire in Los Angeles County with unknown containment status and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 27

A wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 21

New wildfire LAC-371849 reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment or known cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 6

A new wildfire has ignited in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 4

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County with uncertain containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 12

A new wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment information or cause determined.

Breaking: Luck Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 25

The Luck Fire is a new wildfire in Los Angeles County with unknown containment status and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 27

A wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.
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#climate-change

How to protect your home in this new era of extreme flooding

Inland areas are increasingly vulnerable to flooding, challenging the misconception that only coastal regions face hurricane-related risks.

It will be much harder to reverse': how Trump 2.0 might affect the wildfire crisis

The escalating wildfire crisis in the U.S. remains a major challenge as Trump prepares for a second term with little plan to address it.

Twelve Years After Sandy, Have We Gotten Better at Preparing for Disaster?

Disaster recovery has improved since Superstorm Sandy, with better logistics and processes for aiding affected populations.

Hurricane Milton is wrecking Kamala Harris campaign: Letters to the Editor - Oct. 12, 2024

Hurricane evacuations may be hindered by insufficient electric grid support for widespread use of electric vehicles, creating serious risks for those stranded.

How Prepared Is New York City to Face the Next Big Storm?

The City needs urgent improvements in hurricane preparedness amidst rising climate-related storm risks.

Helene Nearly Turned a Hospital into a Death Trap

Climate change is increasingly threatening the viability of healthcare facilities during extreme weather events.

How to protect your home in this new era of extreme flooding

Inland areas are increasingly vulnerable to flooding, challenging the misconception that only coastal regions face hurricane-related risks.

It will be much harder to reverse': how Trump 2.0 might affect the wildfire crisis

The escalating wildfire crisis in the U.S. remains a major challenge as Trump prepares for a second term with little plan to address it.

Twelve Years After Sandy, Have We Gotten Better at Preparing for Disaster?

Disaster recovery has improved since Superstorm Sandy, with better logistics and processes for aiding affected populations.

Hurricane Milton is wrecking Kamala Harris campaign: Letters to the Editor - Oct. 12, 2024

Hurricane evacuations may be hindered by insufficient electric grid support for widespread use of electric vehicles, creating serious risks for those stranded.

How Prepared Is New York City to Face the Next Big Storm?

The City needs urgent improvements in hurricane preparedness amidst rising climate-related storm risks.

Helene Nearly Turned a Hospital into a Death Trap

Climate change is increasingly threatening the viability of healthcare facilities during extreme weather events.
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#wildfires

Fire in Malibu now: Blaze erupts in California, closing Pacific Coast Highway

California is threatened by extreme fire conditions due to powerful winds and low humidity, prompting urgent evacuations and serious warnings from officials.

Drought Hits the Northeast-Here's How To Protect Your Property

Northeastern U.S. faces severe drought, leading to historic brushfires influenced by dry conditions and high winds.

Fire in Malibu now: Blaze erupts in California, closing Pacific Coast Highway

California is threatened by extreme fire conditions due to powerful winds and low humidity, prompting urgent evacuations and serious warnings from officials.

Drought Hits the Northeast-Here's How To Protect Your Property

Northeastern U.S. faces severe drought, leading to historic brushfires influenced by dry conditions and high winds.
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#disaster-response

Former NYC Emergency Management head leads largest FEMA mobilization in history

Deanne Criswell is leading a significant FEMA mobilization for Hurricane Helene, showcasing a massive federal response effort.

Helene death toll rises to over 90 as millions remain without power

Hurricane Helene has caused significant destruction and a rising death toll in the southeastern U.S., with rescue efforts hindered by extensive damage.

Biden says he hopes to visit Helene-impacted areas this week if it doesn't impact emergency response

Biden will visit Hurricane Helene-affected areas pending no disruption to recovery efforts, highlighting the storm's severe impact.

What went wrong with Spain's flood response?

Management of the Valencia floods reveals serious coordination failures and political blame amidst widespread tragedy and loss of life.

Spain flooding: Taoiseach advises Irish citizens not to travel to affected region as death toll hits 205 and temporary morgue opened

The catastrophic floods in Spain have resulted in 205 deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by inaccessible areas.

As Major Hurricane Approaches Florida, FEMA Faces Severe Staffing Shortage

FEMA is facing a staffing crisis with only 9% of personnel available to respond to Hurricane Milton and multiple other disasters.

Former NYC Emergency Management head leads largest FEMA mobilization in history

Deanne Criswell is leading a significant FEMA mobilization for Hurricane Helene, showcasing a massive federal response effort.

Helene death toll rises to over 90 as millions remain without power

Hurricane Helene has caused significant destruction and a rising death toll in the southeastern U.S., with rescue efforts hindered by extensive damage.

Biden says he hopes to visit Helene-impacted areas this week if it doesn't impact emergency response

Biden will visit Hurricane Helene-affected areas pending no disruption to recovery efforts, highlighting the storm's severe impact.

What went wrong with Spain's flood response?

Management of the Valencia floods reveals serious coordination failures and political blame amidst widespread tragedy and loss of life.

Spain flooding: Taoiseach advises Irish citizens not to travel to affected region as death toll hits 205 and temporary morgue opened

The catastrophic floods in Spain have resulted in 205 deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by inaccessible areas.

As Major Hurricane Approaches Florida, FEMA Faces Severe Staffing Shortage

FEMA is facing a staffing crisis with only 9% of personnel available to respond to Hurricane Milton and multiple other disasters.
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#disaster-relief

What to know about flash floods that killed over 200 people in Spain

The floods in eastern Spain are the deadliest disaster in living memory, prompting substantial rescue operations and mounting frustration with the government's response.

Hurricane Helene conspiracy theories collide with election misinformation

Misinformation about Hurricane Helene is rampant, fueled by political motives related to the upcoming election.

Biden's FEMA weaponization - far worse than even Trump suspected

Biden's administration allegedly weaponized FEMA to discriminate against disaster victims based on political affiliation, particularly targeting Trump supporters.

What to know about flash floods that killed over 200 people in Spain

The floods in eastern Spain are the deadliest disaster in living memory, prompting substantial rescue operations and mounting frustration with the government's response.

Hurricane Helene conspiracy theories collide with election misinformation

Misinformation about Hurricane Helene is rampant, fueled by political motives related to the upcoming election.

Biden's FEMA weaponization - far worse than even Trump suspected

Biden's administration allegedly weaponized FEMA to discriminate against disaster victims based on political affiliation, particularly targeting Trump supporters.
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#new-york-city

Severe solar storm could potentially disrupt NYC'S satellite, GPS grids

A severe solar storm is expected to impact New York City’s communications and power grids between October 10 and 11.

Brush Fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park May Burn All Night

In Prospect Park, firefighters battled a significant brush fire exacerbated by dry conditions and strong winds, posing risks to residents.

A geomagnetic storm might impact your GPS system today and tomorrow

New York City's Office of Emergency Management is monitoring a geomagnetic storm that may affect infrastructure but is not a cause for major concern.

Severe solar storm could potentially disrupt NYC'S satellite, GPS grids

A severe solar storm is expected to impact New York City’s communications and power grids between October 10 and 11.

Brush Fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park May Burn All Night

In Prospect Park, firefighters battled a significant brush fire exacerbated by dry conditions and strong winds, posing risks to residents.

A geomagnetic storm might impact your GPS system today and tomorrow

New York City's Office of Emergency Management is monitoring a geomagnetic storm that may affect infrastructure but is not a cause for major concern.
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Bomb threats disrupted what was otherwise relatively smooth voting on Election Day

Bomb threats linked to Russian domains disrupted U.S. voting, but election officials successfully managed challenges to ensure voting access.
#public-safety

Whipping winds expected to bring 'extreme and life-threatening' fire conditions to Los Angeles

A Particularly Dangerous Situation red flag warning has been issued for L.A. County due to extreme winds and low humidity, increasing fire risk.

3 big reasons people defy hurricane evacuation orders

Evacuating during a hurricane is complex, influenced by financial, logistical, and personal circumstances.

Florida Sheriff Urges Residents Who Ignored Hurricane Evacuation Order to Write Name, Birthdate on Arm or Leg with Marker So Family Can Be Notified

Hurricane Helene poses severe risks; residents who did not evacuate are urged to write identifying information on themselves for search efforts.

Whipping winds expected to bring 'extreme and life-threatening' fire conditions to Los Angeles

A Particularly Dangerous Situation red flag warning has been issued for L.A. County due to extreme winds and low humidity, increasing fire risk.

3 big reasons people defy hurricane evacuation orders

Evacuating during a hurricane is complex, influenced by financial, logistical, and personal circumstances.

Florida Sheriff Urges Residents Who Ignored Hurricane Evacuation Order to Write Name, Birthdate on Arm or Leg with Marker So Family Can Be Notified

Hurricane Helene poses severe risks; residents who did not evacuate are urged to write identifying information on themselves for search efforts.
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#natural-disaster

Death toll from floods in Spain is now over 200 DW 11/01/2024

Heavy rains and flooding in eastern Spain have resulted in over 200 deaths, with severe impact on infrastructure and community.
The emergency response involves military, volunteers, and governmental support to assist affected individuals in cleaning and recovery efforts.

Tropical Storm Helene is catastrophic for western NC mountains

A severe storm led to a near dam failure and unprecedented flood emergencies in western North Carolina, prompting extensive rescue operations.

Helene Has Killed at Least 24 People in 4 States

Hurricane Helene caused at least 24 deaths across the Southeast, primarily in Florida and Georgia, highlighting the severe impact of the storm.

Death toll from floods in Spain is now over 200 DW 11/01/2024

Heavy rains and flooding in eastern Spain have resulted in over 200 deaths, with severe impact on infrastructure and community.
The emergency response involves military, volunteers, and governmental support to assist affected individuals in cleaning and recovery efforts.

Tropical Storm Helene is catastrophic for western NC mountains

A severe storm led to a near dam failure and unprecedented flood emergencies in western North Carolina, prompting extensive rescue operations.

Helene Has Killed at Least 24 People in 4 States

Hurricane Helene caused at least 24 deaths across the Southeast, primarily in Florida and Georgia, highlighting the severe impact of the storm.
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#accident

A Truck Causes Power Outages For 10K Customers In Brooklyn: Con Ed

Truck accident caused power outages for 10,000 customers in Southern Brooklyn, swiftly restored within hours after repairs.

Mass funerals held for over 150 killed in Nigeria fuel tanker explosion

Rising fuel prices and poverty are driving desperate actions, leading to tragic consequences as seen in a deadly fuel tanker explosion in Nigeria.

A Truck Causes Power Outages For 10K Customers In Brooklyn: Con Ed

Truck accident caused power outages for 10,000 customers in Southern Brooklyn, swiftly restored within hours after repairs.

Mass funerals held for over 150 killed in Nigeria fuel tanker explosion

Rising fuel prices and poverty are driving desperate actions, leading to tragic consequences as seen in a deadly fuel tanker explosion in Nigeria.
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#hurricane-relief

Critics Blast Speaker Mike Johnson for Delaying Vote on FEMA Hurricane Aid Until After the Election

Congress must assess state needs before approving additional FEMA funding for hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Urgent funding is required to address immediate and future hurricane relief effectively.

Kamala Harris calls Ron DeSantis 'selfish' for refusing call on hurricane aid

Kamala Harris criticized Ron DeSantis for not accepting her call about hurricane relief efforts, labeling his actions as irresponsible and selfish.

Critics Blast Speaker Mike Johnson for Delaying Vote on FEMA Hurricane Aid Until After the Election

Congress must assess state needs before approving additional FEMA funding for hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Urgent funding is required to address immediate and future hurricane relief effectively.

Kamala Harris calls Ron DeSantis 'selfish' for refusing call on hurricane aid

Kamala Harris criticized Ron DeSantis for not accepting her call about hurricane relief efforts, labeling his actions as irresponsible and selfish.
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#hurricane-milton

Rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds lash Florida as Hurricane Milton draws near

Hurricane Milton poses an impending threat to Florida with serious evacuation warnings and potential for catastrophic impacts, especially in the Tampa Bay area.

As Milton Moves Across Florida, Inland Counties Are In the Thick of It'

Hurricane Milton caused severe damage and disruptions in Florida with high winds and flooding risks, prompting emergency shelters and power outages across the state.

Millions without power as Milton churns across Florida

Hurricane Milton has weakened but continues to pose severe threats with power outages and flooding across Florida.

Over 1,800 flights canceled and 10 airports closed as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida

Hurricane Milton is causing significant flight cancellations and airport closures in Florida ahead of its expected landfall.

Hurricane Milton to double in size as storm of the century' threatens Florida

Hurricane Milton is expected to significantly impact Florida with devastating wind and surge, risking lives and property along the state's coast.

Dire Warnings for Storm-Weary Floridians as Hurricane Milton Approaches

Weary Floridians are preparing for mass evacuations as Hurricane Milton threatens the Gulf Coast, urging residents to heed evacuation orders.

Rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds lash Florida as Hurricane Milton draws near

Hurricane Milton poses an impending threat to Florida with serious evacuation warnings and potential for catastrophic impacts, especially in the Tampa Bay area.

As Milton Moves Across Florida, Inland Counties Are In the Thick of It'

Hurricane Milton caused severe damage and disruptions in Florida with high winds and flooding risks, prompting emergency shelters and power outages across the state.

Millions without power as Milton churns across Florida

Hurricane Milton has weakened but continues to pose severe threats with power outages and flooding across Florida.

Over 1,800 flights canceled and 10 airports closed as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida

Hurricane Milton is causing significant flight cancellations and airport closures in Florida ahead of its expected landfall.

Hurricane Milton to double in size as storm of the century' threatens Florida

Hurricane Milton is expected to significantly impact Florida with devastating wind and surge, risking lives and property along the state's coast.

Dire Warnings for Storm-Weary Floridians as Hurricane Milton Approaches

Weary Floridians are preparing for mass evacuations as Hurricane Milton threatens the Gulf Coast, urging residents to heed evacuation orders.
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#hurricane-preparedness

Hurricane preparedness: Expert guidance on flooding, power outages and more

Take immediate action for hurricane preparedness, including having an evacuation plan and a communication strategy.

How Tampa's zoo and aquarium are preparing for Hurricane Milton's arrival

ZooTampa and Florida Aquarium are implementing extensive preparations to safeguard animals from Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane preparedness: Expert guidance on flooding, power outages and more

Take immediate action for hurricane preparedness, including having an evacuation plan and a communication strategy.

How Tampa's zoo and aquarium are preparing for Hurricane Milton's arrival

ZooTampa and Florida Aquarium are implementing extensive preparations to safeguard animals from Hurricane Milton.
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San Francisco Fleet Week kicks off with earthquake preparedness drill: Here's a look

San Francisco is enhancing disaster preparedness through coordinated exercises aimed at earthquake response and communication, crucial for timely relief efforts.
#hurricane-helene

Eastern Tennessee Officials Brace Residents for Life Lost' After Helene

Hurricane Helene caused significant devastation in Tennessee, resulting in deaths, injuries, and extensive infrastructure damage.

Hurricane Helene threatens Florida with an 'unsurvivable' storm surge and vast inland damage

Hurricane Helene is advancing towards Florida, threatening catastrophic storm surges, damaging winds, and widespread flooding across the southeastern U.S.

'The Death Toll Is Going to Be Tremendous'

Community collaboration is essential for disaster recovery and rebuilding after Hurricane Helene.

Despite Ian's lessons, not everyone in Florida is heeding orders to evacuate early

Residents are warned to evacuate due to Hurricane Helene, but some, like Philip Tooke, prioritize their livelihoods over safety.

Price-gouging complaints about the cost of fuel, water, and hotels are surging in states hit by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene sparked a surge in price gouging complaints in southeastern states, primarily focused on hotels and fuel.

Hurricane Helene hits Florida, heads to Georgia: Latest on damage, victims

Hurricane Helene, initially a Category 4 storm, was downgraded but still poses significant threats of rain and winds across southeastern states.

Eastern Tennessee Officials Brace Residents for Life Lost' After Helene

Hurricane Helene caused significant devastation in Tennessee, resulting in deaths, injuries, and extensive infrastructure damage.

Hurricane Helene threatens Florida with an 'unsurvivable' storm surge and vast inland damage

Hurricane Helene is advancing towards Florida, threatening catastrophic storm surges, damaging winds, and widespread flooding across the southeastern U.S.

'The Death Toll Is Going to Be Tremendous'

Community collaboration is essential for disaster recovery and rebuilding after Hurricane Helene.

Despite Ian's lessons, not everyone in Florida is heeding orders to evacuate early

Residents are warned to evacuate due to Hurricane Helene, but some, like Philip Tooke, prioritize their livelihoods over safety.

Price-gouging complaints about the cost of fuel, water, and hotels are surging in states hit by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene sparked a surge in price gouging complaints in southeastern states, primarily focused on hotels and fuel.

Hurricane Helene hits Florida, heads to Georgia: Latest on damage, victims

Hurricane Helene, initially a Category 4 storm, was downgraded but still poses significant threats of rain and winds across southeastern states.
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