US: Lightning-Sparked Grass Fire Forces Evacuations in Canyon, Texas 2

A grass fire sparked by lightning prompted mandatory evacuations in Canyon, Texas on Thursday, May 14, burning more than 7,000 acres across Randall County. The Hunggate Fire is one of the multiple fires burning in the Texas panhandle.

Israel: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Floods in Netanya After Intense Cloudburst

An intense cloudburst triggered flash floods along Israel’s central coast on Tuesday, December 23, dumping over 40 millimeters of rain on Netanya in about one hour. The heavy rainfall inundated city streets and forced the temporary closure of several lanes on the highway.

Nigeria: Four Injured After Gas Tanker Collides With Fuel Tanker in Zaria

Four people were injured Monday morning, August 11, when an LPG tanker collided with an empty fuel tanker on the Zaria-Kaduna Expressway. No fatalities were reported, and the crash cause is under investigation.

Celebrating Tax Cut Victory

Celebrating Tax Cut Victory

United States President Ronald Reagan, right, holds a victory glass of champagne to celebrate passage of the bipartisan tax cut bill with his staff in the Oval Office of the White House on Wednesday, July 29, 1981. From left to right: Richard Williamson, Elizabeth Dole, Dennis Thomas, Don Regan, Ann McLaughlin, Ed Meese, Vice President George H.W. Bush, Karna Small, David Gergen, and President Reagan. .Mandatory Photo by Michael Evans - White House via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Greer Fire Continues to Grow in Arizona, Destroys Structures, Prompts Evacuation

A wildfire has been raging in Greer, eastern Arizona, burning over 9,500 acres as of Thursday, May 15. The blaze prompted the evacuation of nearby residents and destroyed multiple structures.

US: New York City Sees First Measurable Snow On First Day Of Winter

Winter weather brought snow to the U.S. Northeast on Friday, December 20. Delays were reported at several airports in the region. In New York City, light snow began falling on Friday, marking the first measurable snow on Saturday, the first day of winter.

Biden Announces $ 3 Bln Investment For US Ports - Baltimore

Biden Announces $ 3 Bln Investment For US Ports - Baltimore

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), speaks prior to United States President Joe Biden delivering remarks on how his Investing in America agenda is rebuilding American infrastructure and creating good paying union jobs at the Port of Baltimore in Baltimore, MD, USA on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced a $3 billion investment from his Inflation Reduction Act to improve the country's port infrastructure. The investment includes $147 million in awards for the Maryland Port Administration, which owns the Port of Baltimore, the White House said in a statement. Photo by Ron Sachs/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Evacuation Orders Issued As Airport Fire Grows Rapidly In Orange County, California 2

A fast-moving brush fire dubbed the Airport fire, broke out in Trabuco Canyon in Orange County, Southern California. The blaze grew to burn about 2,000 acres on Monday, September 9, prompting evacuation orders for nearby areas.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 6

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 5

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 2

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 4

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 3

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Michael Regan, Adminstrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency appears before a Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2025 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Michael Regan, Adminstrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency appears before a Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2025 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Michael Regan, Adminstrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency appears before a Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2025 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Michael Regan, Adminstrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency appears before a Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2025 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Senate Committee Hearings - Washington

Michael Regan, Adminstrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency appears before a Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2025 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Tornado Sirens Go Off In Little Rock, AR Amid Severe Storms

As severe storms moved through Arkansas with multiple tornado warnings on Thursday, March 14 more than 10,000 lost power. A tornado was confirmed near Hot Springs Village with damaged including downed power lines reported. This video shows when the tornado siren blared in Little Rock, AR on Thursday night.

Environental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan

Environental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan

Environental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan attends remarks by US President Joe Biden (not pictured) on efforts to reduce costs for customers by strengthening supply chains in the economy, in the Indian Treaty Room of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex in Washington, DC, USA, 27 November 2023.

President Joe Biden makes remarks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act

President Joe Biden makes remarks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan makes remarks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act at the White House in Washington, DC, August 16, 2023. Credit: Chris Kleponis / Pool via CNP

President Joe Biden makes remarks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act

President Joe Biden makes remarks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan makes remarks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act at the White House in Washington, DC, August 16, 2023. Credit: Chris Kleponis / Pool via CNP

US President Joe Biden holds a Cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House

US President Joe Biden holds a Cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House

US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg (C), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan (L) and US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo (2-R) attend a Cabinet meeting with US President Joe Biden (R), in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washignton, DC, USA, 06 June 2023.

U.S., Japan environment chiefs meet in Tokyo

U.S., Japan environment chiefs meet in Tokyo

Japanese Environment Minister Akihiro Nishimura (L) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan shake hands at the Environment Ministry in Tokyo on Sept. 2, 2022.

President Joe Biden Delivers Remarks on Clean Energy

President Joe Biden Delivers Remarks on Clean Energy

President Joe Biden speaks to Secretary of the Environmental Protection Agency Michael Regan after delivering remarks on electric vehicles on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, on Thursday, August 5, 2021. President Biden announced a plan to reinstate tailpipe regulations in an effort to encourage Americans to move away from gasoline-powered cars and trucks to electric vehicles. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan listens as White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Regan spoke about EPA efforts to provide clean drinking water across the US through improvements to lead service pipes. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki listens as Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Regan spoke about EPA efforts to provide clean drinking water across the US through improvements to lead service pipes. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Regan spoke about EPA efforts to provide clean drinking water across the US through improvements to lead service pipes. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Regan spoke about EPA efforts to provide clean drinking water across the US through improvements to lead service pipes. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan listens as White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Regan spoke about EPA efforts to provide clean drinking water across the US through improvements to lead service pipes. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Holds Briefing

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan speaks to reporters at White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Regan spoke about EPA efforts to provide clean drinking water across the US through improvements to lead service pipes. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Biden Delivers Remarks on Extreme Weather in Western US

President Biden Delivers Remarks on Extreme Weather in Western US

President Joe Biden greets Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan upon arrival to an event on the drought, heat, and wildfires in the Western United States in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Oregon Governor Kate Brown and California Governor Gavin Newsom also spoke virtually about wildfires in their states. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Biden Delivers Remarks on Extreme Weather in Western US

President Biden Delivers Remarks on Extreme Weather in Western US

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan listens as President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the drought, heat, and wildfires in the Western United States during an event with state governors and Cabinet members in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Oregon Governor Kate Brown and California Governor Gavin Newsom also spoke virtually about wildfires in their states. Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Neymar Extends His Contract With PSG

Neymar Extends His Contract With PSG

Almost four years after his arrival at PSG, the Brazilian has finally extended his contract, just over a year before it expires - FILE - Hand out file photo dated August 12, 2020 of Neymar of Paris Saint-Germain smiles after the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between Atalanta and Paris Saint-Germain at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon, Portugal. Sports equipment manufacturer Nike has parted ways with Neymar, ending one of the company's highest-profile sponsorship deals a decade and a half after signing the star striker as a 13-year-old prodigy. Brazilian newspaper Folha de Sao Paulo said Neymar's last deal with Nike was an 11-year contract that is set to expire in 2022, worth a total 100 million euros. Photo by Michael Regan/UEFA via ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Senate Environment And Public Works Hearing - Washington

Michael S. Regan, Administrator, US Environmental Protection Agency, appears before a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, Wednesday, April, 28, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM