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Hurricane Ian is now Category 2; still intensifying

Hurricane Ian is now Category 2; still intensifying

Hurricane Ian is now a Category 2 hurricane and continues to “rapidly intensify” ahead of its impact on Florida later this week. South Florida and the Florida Keys are expected to face the Tropical-storm winds later tonight as Ian becomes a major hurricane at the same time in the southeastern… Continue reading Hurricane Ian is now Category 2; still intensifying


State of emergency as wildfire nears Yosemite National Park

A state of emergency has been declared in Mariposa County, California after a wildfire moved towards the Yosemite National Park undented. The Oak Fire has only grown in size after erupting on Friday. Firefighters have been busy combating the spread but have failed so far. Almost 12,000 acres of land… Continue reading State of emergency as wildfire nears Yosemite National Park


Arizona wildfire raises alarm bells as it spreads over 6,000 acres

A fast-spreading wildfire has become a cause for concern for authorities as it forces mass evacuations. The fire has been supported by strong winds and dry conditions. Investigators are trying to find the cause of this fire. Over 700 homes and hundreds of animals have been forced to evacuate by… Continue reading Arizona wildfire raises alarm bells as it spreads over 6,000 acres


Miami Beach bans alcohol sales after 6PM

Miami Beach bans alcohol sales after 6PM

In order to ‘mitigate dangerous and illegal conduct,’ Miami Beach has banned alcohol sales after 6PM starting Thursday. The ban will be in place from March 24 to March 26 (Thursday to Saturday). It has been enforced because of an uptick in violence at Spring Break parties. “The sale or… Continue reading Miami Beach bans alcohol sales after 6PM


Kazakh government resigns after violent protests

Kazakh government resigns after violent protests

The Kazakh government has resigned after protests over an increase in gas prices turned violent in the country’s biggest city, Almaty. About a 100 Police officers were injured in the protests and the Kazakh President accepted the government’s resignation on Wednesday. Stun grenades were used in an attempt to disperse… Continue reading Kazakh government resigns after violent protests


Cause of Colorado fire being investigated; at least three missing

Investigators are looking for the cause of the Colorado fire in a suburban area that has destroyed about a thousand homes and injured 7 people. At least three people are reportedly missing. Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelle said authorities have been given intel and a search warrant has been issued… Continue reading Cause of Colorado fire being investigated; at least three missing


State of emergency declared as wildfires engulf Colorado homes

Countless homes have been destroyed and tens of thousands of residents have been evacuated as fast-moving wildfires engulf Colorado. Governor Jared Polis declared a state of emergency as officials fear for deaths and injuries. Wildfires are quickly spreading through Boulder County, and over 25,000 people were ordered to evacuate in… Continue reading State of emergency declared as wildfires engulf Colorado homes


Over 80 confirmed dead as rescuers make way through destroyed towns

Over 80 people have been confirmed dead by the 30 overnight tornadoes that hit six states on Saturday. Dozens are still missing and rescuers are finding it difficult to search for people in entire towns that have been left destroyed. Kentucky, is the the worst affected state in terms of… Continue reading Over 80 confirmed dead as rescuers make way through destroyed towns


Biden promises Federal assistance to tornado-hit states

President Biden has promised Federal aid to tornado-hit states after he was briefed on the overnight destruction caused by the raging tornadoes. His promise comes hours after Kentucky Gov. Beshear declared a state of emergency, and asked Biden for help while announcing that his Administration is expecting significant loss of… Continue reading Biden promises Federal assistance to tornado-hit states


About 100 people feared dead in Kentucky tornadoes

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has said that about 100 people could be dead because of the overnight tornadoes that hit the state. A state of emergency has been announced in Kentucky as the Governor said that these are the worst tornadoes to ever hit the state. The deaths could be… Continue reading About 100 people feared dead in Kentucky tornadoes


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