US: Pack Fire Burns Nearly 2,000 Acres in Mono County, California

A wildfire in Mono County, California, destroyed more that two dozen structures and burned 1,974 acres near McGee Creek Road and Highway 395. The Pack Fire, which started on November 13, prompted mandatory evacuations in Long Valley and McGee Creek, affecting around 1,800 residents, while nearby communities remained under warnings. As of the evening of November 17, the fire was 83% contained, with 614 firefighters and multiple air tankers deployed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Paris Paralympics: Swimming

Paris Paralympics: Swimming

Takayuki Suzuki (C) of Japan poses for photos with his gold medal for the men's SB3 50-meter breaststroke at the Paris Paralympics at La Defense Arena in Nanterre, near Paris, during the medal ceremony on Aug. 29, 2024, alongside silver medalist Efrem Morelli (L) of Italy and bronze medalist Miguel Luque of Spain.

Paris Paralympics: Para Swimming

Paris Paralympics: Para Swimming

Takayuki Suzuki (C) of Japan poses for photos with his gold medal for the men's SB3 50-meter breaststroke at the Paris Paralympics at La Defense Arena in Nanterre, near Paris, during the medal ceremony on Aug. 29, 2024, alongside silver medalist Efrem Morelli (L) of Italy and bronze medalist Miguel Luque of Spain.

Paris Paralympics: Swimming

Paris Paralympics: Swimming

Takayuki Suzuki (C) of Japan poses for photos with his gold medal for the men's SB3 50-meter breaststroke at the Paris Paralympics at La Defense Arena in Nanterre, near Paris, during the medal ceremony on Aug. 29, 2024, alongside silver medalist Efrem Morelli (L) of Italy and bronze medalist Miguel Luque of Spain.