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France: At least 13 dead after migrant boat capsizes DW 09/03/2024

At least 13 migrants have drowned after their boat capsized in the English Channel, marking a significant tragedy in migrant crossings this year.

Two fishermen swept away in American River near Auburn, sheriff says. Rescue teams search

Rescue teams are searching for two fishermen swept away in a dangerous river.
Bad weather and high water conditions hampered search efforts in Placer County.

Alameda: Los Angeles man drowns off Encinal Beach

Man drowned off Encinal Beach identified as Jonathan Santiesteban Leon, 32.
Authorities, including Alameda police and firefighters, responded but could not rescue the swimmer.

France: At least 13 dead after migrant boat capsizes DW 09/03/2024

At least 13 migrants have drowned after their boat capsized in the English Channel, marking a significant tragedy in migrant crossings this year.

Two fishermen swept away in American River near Auburn, sheriff says. Rescue teams search

Rescue teams are searching for two fishermen swept away in a dangerous river.
Bad weather and high water conditions hampered search efforts in Placer County.

Alameda: Los Angeles man drowns off Encinal Beach

Man drowned off Encinal Beach identified as Jonathan Santiesteban Leon, 32.
Authorities, including Alameda police and firefighters, responded but could not rescue the swimmer.
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Unprecedented flooding in Spain kills at least 158 people

The recent flash floods in Spain have resulted in at least 158 confirmed deaths, marking it as the deadliest natural disaster in the country's history.

Spain Braces for More Rain and Flooding as Rescuers Dig Through Debris

Spain faces its deadliest natural disaster in recent history due to heavy rains causing widespread flooding and significant fatalities.

What It Is Like in Spain After Flash Flooding

Severe flash floods in eastern Spain led to at least 95 deaths, trapping thousands and causing widespread destruction.

Video. Catastrophic flooding in Spain leaves widespread destruction

Spain faces devastating floods causing at least 205 fatalities, with rescue efforts ongoing and a rising fear of more casualties.

Unprecedented flooding in Spain kills at least 158 people

The recent flash floods in Spain have resulted in at least 158 confirmed deaths, marking it as the deadliest natural disaster in the country's history.

Spain Braces for More Rain and Flooding as Rescuers Dig Through Debris

Spain faces its deadliest natural disaster in recent history due to heavy rains causing widespread flooding and significant fatalities.

What It Is Like in Spain After Flash Flooding

Severe flash floods in eastern Spain led to at least 95 deaths, trapping thousands and causing widespread destruction.

Video. Catastrophic flooding in Spain leaves widespread destruction

Spain faces devastating floods causing at least 205 fatalities, with rescue efforts ongoing and a rising fear of more casualties.
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Nurse, dog die trying to save a man from floods driven by Hurricane Helene

Boone McCrary tragically lost his life while attempting to rescue a stranded man during Hurricane Helene's devastating floods.

Spanish villagers cast back to the 19th century by flash floods

Chiva's residents face devastating impacts from record rainfall, including loss of communication, utilities, and rising death toll amid flood chaos.

Nurse, dog die trying to save a man from floods driven by Hurricane Helene

Boone McCrary tragically lost his life while attempting to rescue a stranded man during Hurricane Helene's devastating floods.

Spanish villagers cast back to the 19th century by flash floods

Chiva's residents face devastating impacts from record rainfall, including loss of communication, utilities, and rising death toll amid flood chaos.
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At the Scene In Beirut After Israel's Overnight Strike Near a Hospital

The overnight Israeli airstrike resulted in significant civilian casualties, leaving families in anguish as they searched for their loved ones among the ruins.
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Eight killed and millions without power as hurricane Milton recedes

Hurricane Milton caused substantial destruction in Florida, leading to multiple fatalities and massive relief efforts.

Milton clobbers coastal communities in Florida, leaves millions without power and kills at least 13

Hurricane Milton caused severe destruction in Florida but left many relieved it was not worse, showcasing community resilience and response efforts.

Eight killed and millions without power as hurricane Milton recedes

Hurricane Milton caused substantial destruction in Florida, leading to multiple fatalities and massive relief efforts.

Milton clobbers coastal communities in Florida, leaves millions without power and kills at least 13

Hurricane Milton caused severe destruction in Florida but left many relieved it was not worse, showcasing community resilience and response efforts.
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Hurricane Helene death toll rises to 166 with hundreds more still missing

Hurricane Helene has caused extensive damage, resulting in over 166 deaths and widespread power outages in southeastern states.

Total damages and economic loss from Hurricane Helene could reach $110 billion

Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction across the Southeastern U.S., leading to numerous fatalities and a call for urgent rescue efforts.

At least 64 dead after Helene's deadly march across the Southeast

Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction, leaving many homeless and in need of urgent aid across the Southeast U.S.

Hurricane Helene death toll rises to 166 with hundreds more still missing

Hurricane Helene has caused extensive damage, resulting in over 166 deaths and widespread power outages in southeastern states.

Total damages and economic loss from Hurricane Helene could reach $110 billion

Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction across the Southeastern U.S., leading to numerous fatalities and a call for urgent rescue efforts.

At least 64 dead after Helene's deadly march across the Southeast

Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction, leaving many homeless and in need of urgent aid across the Southeast U.S.
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25 Feared Dead After School Bus Catches Fire Near Bangkok

A tragic bus fire in Bangkok has left 25 students and teachers feared dead, highlighting the risks of school transportation.
Rescue efforts are ongoing as officials confirm survivors but have yet to detail the full extent of the tragedy.
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UK Entrepreneur Mike Lynch Missing After Storm Sinks Yacht | Entrepreneur

Mike Lynch, tech magnate, is missing after a freak storm capsized his yacht off Sicily, with ongoing rescue efforts for other missing passengers.

Mike Lynch among six confirmed dead in yacht disaster after bodies identified as his daughter (18) 'remains missing'

The tragedy involves the sinking of a luxury yacht off Sicily, resulting in confirmed deaths and ongoing search efforts for the missing.

BREAKING: Five-month-old baby and grandmother missing in Tuscany floods

A search operation continues for a missing 5-month-old baby and grandmother following severe flash floods in Tuscany.

Morgan Stanley exec, entrepreneur's teen daughter missing after tornado at sea

Tragic yacht sinking off Italy results in missing individuals, including Morgan Stanley Chairman Jonathan Bloomer, with ongoing search efforts.

Divers search for U.S., British nationals after yacht sinks off Sicily

A yacht sank off the northern coast of Sicily during a storm, resulting in one confirmed death and six missing passengers.

UK Entrepreneur Mike Lynch Missing After Storm Sinks Yacht | Entrepreneur

Mike Lynch, tech magnate, is missing after a freak storm capsized his yacht off Sicily, with ongoing rescue efforts for other missing passengers.

Mike Lynch among six confirmed dead in yacht disaster after bodies identified as his daughter (18) 'remains missing'

The tragedy involves the sinking of a luxury yacht off Sicily, resulting in confirmed deaths and ongoing search efforts for the missing.

BREAKING: Five-month-old baby and grandmother missing in Tuscany floods

A search operation continues for a missing 5-month-old baby and grandmother following severe flash floods in Tuscany.

Morgan Stanley exec, entrepreneur's teen daughter missing after tornado at sea

Tragic yacht sinking off Italy results in missing individuals, including Morgan Stanley Chairman Jonathan Bloomer, with ongoing search efforts.

Divers search for U.S., British nationals after yacht sinks off Sicily

A yacht sank off the northern coast of Sicily during a storm, resulting in one confirmed death and six missing passengers.
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Explosion at an Iranian Mine Kills Dozens, State Media Says

A methane explosion in an Iranian coal mine resulted in at least 51 fatalities, with many miners expected to still be trapped.

We're not safe any more': Lebanon reels from week of attacks that have intensified war with Israel

The community in Dahieh is deeply affected by ongoing violence, uniting in despair and hope as rescue efforts unfold after recent Israeli missile strikes.
#california

Killer whale calf dies after washing ashore at Calif. state park

A young orca calf died after being stranded in California, with unclear causes of death despite rescue efforts.

Two die after SUV veers off road and sinks in 10 feet of water, California officials say

Two men died after their SUV crashed into a channel in California.
Rescue efforts were made to pull the men out of the water but they were pronounced dead at the scene.

Killer whale calf dies after washing ashore at Calif. state park

A young orca calf died after being stranded in California, with unclear causes of death despite rescue efforts.

Two die after SUV veers off road and sinks in 10 feet of water, California officials say

Two men died after their SUV crashed into a channel in California.
Rescue efforts were made to pull the men out of the water but they were pronounced dead at the scene.
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Building collapse in India's Lucknow kills eight, injures dozens

The building collapse in Lucknow resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting a thorough investigation by authorities.

Aftermath of Military Academy Strike Drains Ukraine's Seasoned Rescuers

The aftermath of a Russian missile attack in Poltava highlights the exhaustion of rescue workers coping with ongoing violence.

British tech magnate Mike Lynch, 5 others missing after luxury superyacht sinks off Sicily

A freak storm caused a luxury superyacht to sink off Sicily, leaving six people missing, including British tech mogul Mike Lynch.

Sea lions are stranding themselves on SoCal's coast with signs of poisoning by harmful algae

Sea lions along California coast may be poisoned by harmful algae, specifically domoic acid, leading to rescue efforts and concerns for human health.

Death toll in southern Ethiopia mudslides rises to at least 157 as search continues

Rescue efforts following mudslides in Ethiopia lead to at least 157 deaths.

At Least 12 Dead and Dozens Missing After Highway Collapse in China

Heavy rain caused a highway bridge collapse in western China, resulting in several deaths and missing individuals.
#wildlife-conservation

It's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees

The extreme heat in Mexico has led to the deaths of howler monkeys, with many found dehydrated and feverish, sparking rescue efforts.

Dozens of birds rescued from huge amount of cooking oil on London's Grand Union Canal

Pollutant in London's Grand Union Canal has devastating effects on wildlife
Swan Sanctuary rescues birds contaminated with oil from the canal

It's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees

The extreme heat in Mexico has led to the deaths of howler monkeys, with many found dehydrated and feverish, sparking rescue efforts.

Dozens of birds rescued from huge amount of cooking oil on London's Grand Union Canal

Pollutant in London's Grand Union Canal has devastating effects on wildlife
Swan Sanctuary rescues birds contaminated with oil from the canal
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Scene of Germany bus crash after at least five confirmed dead

Rescue efforts after bus crash in Germany
Fatalities and injuries reported in Flixbus accident

Captives mistakenly killed by Israeli troops left SOS signs in Hebrew

The killing of three Israeli captives in Gaza sparks intense outcry and raises concerns about Israel's military conduct.
Israel's military says it discovered distress signals in the Gaza building where the captives were sheltering.

Man dies after being pulled from Colindale house fire as police launch probe

One man died in a house fire in north London despite rescue efforts by firefighters.

Several children killed after school collapse in Nigeria

Rescue efforts initiated after a school collapse in Nigeria's Plateau State resulted in several casualties with students trapped.

Four migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt

Four migrants died in a tragic accident during an attempt to cross the English Channel, while 63 others were rescued.

Gazans flee homes ahead of new Israeli operation in northern neighborhood

Israeli forces ordered residents to evacuate the Shejaiya neighborhood in Gaza City amid intensified strikes, creating a dangerous combat zone.
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