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Man arrested for starting Ridge Fire, evacuation warning issued
Santa Barbara County firefighters are battling a brush fire in the Hollister Ridge area that broke out late Saturday night.
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Emergency planning must address unique needs of disabled people — report
In preparing for oil and gas spills, disaster officials should ensure evacuation sites and vehicles are accessible.
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Evacuation Warning Issued as Ridge Fire Burns in Gaviota, Arson Suspect Arrested
In an urgent response to the escalating Ridge Fire, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office has mandated an evacuation ...
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Some don't evacuate despite repeated hurricane warnings — because they can't
When it comes to evacuating from the path of a major storm like Helene, some residents in hurricane-prone areas — like first ...
‘Bare bones’: Disability rights advocates say New Orleans’ disaster plans fall short
When forecasters projected Hurricane Ida was going to hit New Orleans in August of 2021, Ashley Volion was not sure what she ...
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Israeli Attacks Devastate Gaza Children With Disabilities
The Israeli government's attacks and unlawful blockade against Gaza have inflicted profound trauma and suffering on ...
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Michigan woman accused of abusing daughter, disabled sister
A 31-year-old Michigan woman is accused of restraining her 4-year-old daughter and disabled sister and leaving them overnight.
Fla. officials ask Hurricane Helene evacuation hold-outs to ink names and DOBs on arms in case their bodies need to be ID’d
The hurricane is due to land early Thursday night — bringing with it what experts have called a possibly “unsurvivable” storm ...
Tropical storm approaches Florida: Evacuation tips, what to bring if you have pets, children
Florida is bracing for Tropical Storm Helene, which could make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane this week. Here's what to ...
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Mandatory Evacuation Pinellas Zone A — Helene Update #6
Pinellas County has issued a mandatory evacuation for Pinellas Zone A, as Helene is expected to bring 5-8 feet of storm surge ...
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Wildfire forces tactical evacuation in Christina Lake, B.C.
Tactical evacuations were underway in Christina Lake, B.C., Sunday afternoon due to an out-of-control wildfire, according to ...
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Florida Sheriff Urges Residents Who Ignored Hurricane Evacuation Order to Write Name, Birthdate on Arm or Leg with Marker So Family Can Be Notified
The Taylor County Sheriff's Office had a sobering message for residents Thursday as Hurricane Helene bore down on Florida: if you didn't evacuate, "PLEASE" write your name and birthdate with "A ...