California State

Firefighters in El Dorado County, California tried to put out a wildfire that surrounded an airport, as the heat wave continues across the west coast state. Fire crews could be seen dropping water and fire retardant powders from planes and helicopters in a bid to stop the fires from spreading.

California airport engulfed by wildfires

The Guardian

Suspect allegedly pushed burning car into gully which started Park fire as other fires scorch Pacific north-west

Man accused of starting California’s largest wildfire of the year is arrested

Apple Valley News Now

(CNN) — Wildfires are raging out of control in the Western United States and Canada – destroying homes, forcing evacuations and injuring residents. One inferno has reportedly destroyed the historic mining community of Havilah. Another has scorched more than 360,000 acres of California – an area larger than the city of Phoenix. Here’s the latest:

A historic mining community is decimated as the Park Fire and other massive wildfires rage in the Western United States

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Milton, FL

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WyoFile

The man shot and killed by rangers at Yellowstone National Park on Thursday approached a building occupied by roughly 200 people while firing a semi-automatic rifle, park officials announced Tuesday.

Yellowstone shooter approached building with 200 people inside while firing rifle, park says

Oregon State

Paradise, CA

An evacuation warning has been issued for the town of Paradise, where residents say the smell of smoke and sight of advancing flames on the horizon is enough to retraumatize them with the same horrors unleashed by California’s deadliest wildfire in 2018, which incinerated much of the town.

California town decimated by 2018 wildfire threatened again by state’s largest this year, as fires plague Oregon and Canada

Santa Barbara County, CA

Los Olivos, CA

CBS News

Firefighters are continuing an uphill battle in Santa Barbara County, where the Lake Fire swelled to over 20,000 acres over the weekend. The blaze was first reported on Friday at around 3:45 p.m. near Zaca Lake and Saint Lucia Road, according to Cal Fire. By Monday morning, the fire has consumed 20,320 acres and remains just 8% contained with more than 1,100 firefighters engaged in the firefight. On top of ground units, 10 helicopters and numerous other water-dropping aircraft are assisting with the ongoing suppression efforts. Not only are they dealing with exceedingly dry conditions, crews are also forced to work with the...

Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch in path of 20,000 acre fire burning in Santa Barbara County

Colorado State

Nearly 100 wildfires are burning, including massive wildfire in California that has become fifth-largest in state history

Human remains found in burned house in Colorado as wildfires torch US west

ABC News

The biggest wildfire in the nation right now, the Park Fire in Northern California, continued to rage Monday, officials said.

Massive California fire threatening 4,700 structures as new blaze ignites in Colorado

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

In Northern California, the Park Fire has grown to more than 389,000 acres, or roughly 600 square miles. Fire crews got help from relatively cooler temperatures and humidity and have extended containment of the fire to 18% — but more heat is forecast for the region starting later this week, and triple-digit temperatures could linger into next week.

Park Fire grows to 389,000 acres as high temps drive fire risk across the US West

Wyoming State

Mariposa County, CA

The Independent

 A 900-acre fire is burning through Mariposa County, California, near Yosemite National Park, prompting evacuations and forcing a local hospital to shelter in place. The French Fire began just after 6 pm on Thursday. It was 15 percent contained as of Friday evening, and some 3,100 people are without power in the county, according to PowerOutage.us. Cal Fire is mobilizing ground units and a helicopter to quell the blaze. 1,100 people were ordered to evacuate after the blaze broke out, Governor Gavin Newsom said on Friday. While some orders have been lifted, others remain under warnings. Footage of the...

Mandatory evacuations underway as 900-acre wildfire rages near Yosemite National Park

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

The Mirror US

California's Park Fire is continuing to spread and has now become one of the largest wildfires in the state's history as it's grown to more than 383,000 acres

California Park Fire now one of largest on record as firefighters desperately tackle raging flames

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue, a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Chente, an 8-month-old Australian cattle dog who is eagerly searching for his forever home. This energetic and affectionate puppy is eagerly searching for his forever home, and the team at Sandy Paws Rescue has shared some heartwarming details about his personality and behavior.

Meet The Playful Puppy Looking For Love

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

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California Wildfires | How firefighters stay healthy while battling fires

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