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1 week ago
US news

2 skiers killed after being caught in Utah avalanche, sheriff says

Two skiers killed in Utah avalanche, one rescued after avalanche near Lone Peak in Wasatch Range.
Winter's avalanche fatalities in the U.S. reach 15 deaths, lower than the annual average of 30.
Lone Peak in the Wasatch Range is popular for backcountry skiing but poses serious risks due to steep terrain. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Tornadoes tear through US Midwest DW 04/27/2024

Dozens of tornadoes hit the US Midwest, causing considerable damage and prompting warnings of more storms. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Storms sweep the US from coast to coast causing frigid temps, power outages and traffic accidents

Heavy rain, hail, snow, and wind caused chaos in various parts of the U.S.
Significant winter storm warnings were issued for central regions of the country. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Nine people including baby die after boat capsizes off Lampedusa

Nine people, including a baby, died after their boat capsized in the Mediterranean in stormy weather.
Rescue operations were challenging due to adverse weather conditions with 22 survivors and 9 deceased recovered. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

NYC hit with record rainfall as cars flooded, commuters trapped and airline havoc sees mass cancelations

New York City experienced record rainfall, leading to flooding and rescues.
Both commuters on the roads and airlines faced significant delays and cancellations due to the storm. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Drivers mocked after cars destroyed by waves on iconic beach: Can't park there'

Drivers stuck on beach after tide rolls in
Vehicles badly damaged by waves on Blackpool Beach [ more ]
www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

11 taken to hospital with more than 100 evacuated from south west London flat fire

Multiple fire crews and residents were involved in a significant fire incident in South Kensington, resulting in property damage and several rescues.
The fire operations were challenging, requiring a large team to control and prevent further spread, impacting road closures but not rail services. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Who is Peter Faulding? Diving expert called in to help with Nicola Bulley

Peter Faulding, a diving expert who helped find a missing mother, is now aiding in the search for a missing toddler.
Faulding's experience includes working on high-profile crimes, training military and police, and serving in the British Army Parachute Regiment. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

iPhone SOS alert sends California rescuers on trek through knee-deep streams

The SOS feature on newer iPhones is aiding in search and rescue missions, even in areas with limited cell service.
Rescue teams are increasingly reliant on satellite messages from iPhones for locating lost individuals. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Europe news

A rescue ship saved them from the sea. Now these migrants find a tough road in Europe

A wooden boat carrying 162 migrants was spotted in distress at night in international waters north of Libya.
Doctors Without Borders rescuers found 29 children and 22 women among the crowded boat's passengers. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
France news

More than 180 people rescued from Channel in deadly weekend

Over 180 people were rescued and five died while trying to cross the Channel to the UK in icy conditions.
Four rescue operations were carried out, with five people dying off the coast of Wimereux, in Pas-de-Calais. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

At Least 5 People Die Trying to Cross Icy English Channel

Five people died while attempting to cross the English Channel from France to Britain, highlighting the ongoing issue of dangerous migration attempts.
Over 30 people were rescued, with two in serious condition and others suffering from hypothermia.
French maritime authorities have opened an investigation into the incident and have noted the dangerous conditions of the Channel during winter. [ more ]
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