US: Multiple Tornadoes Strike Olmsted County, Minnesota, Prompting Disaster Declaration

Multiple tornadoes struck Olmsted County, Minnesota, on Friday, April 17, damaging dozens of homes and displacing residents, prompting the county board to issue a disaster declaration. Several hundred customers were left without power, while emergency services disconnected electricity and natural gas in affected areas for safety reasons.

US: Damage Reported as Multiple Tornadoes Tear Through Olmsted County, Minnesota

Multiple tornadoes struck Olmsted County, Minnesota, on Friday, April 17, damaging dozens of homes and displacing residents, prompting the county board to issue a disaster declaration. Several hundred customers were left without power, while emergency services disconnected electricity and natural gas in affected areas for safety reasons.

Australia: Disaster Declared After Fast-Moving Bushfire Devastates NSW Central Coast

A fast-moving bushfire tore through Koolewong in New South Wales on Saturday, December 6, destroying at least 12 homes. Natural disasters were declared in six areas as more than 20 fires still remained uncontained across the state.

RECAP: Southern Thailand Hit by Deadly Floods, Hat Yai Records Record Rain

Catastrophic floods have battered southern Thailand, affecting more than 3 million people and causing over 100 deaths across the region. Hat Yai has experienced “the heaviest rain in 300 years,” prompting a disaster declaration.

Thailand: Catastrophic Floods Leave Hat Yai Under Disaster Declaration 3

Catastrophic floods battered southern Thailand, affecting 127,000 households across ten provinces and causing a rising death toll. The deluge, which included "the heaviest rain in 300 years" in Hat Yai city, has prompted a disaster declaration.

Thailand: Catastrophic Floods Leave Hat Yai Under Disaster Declaration 2

Catastrophic floods battered southern Thailand, affecting 127,000 households across ten provinces and causing a rising death toll. The deluge, which included "the heaviest rain in 300 years" in Hat Yai city, has prompted a disaster declaration.

Recap: Over 100 Killed in Devastating Central Texas Flood

More than 100 people have died due to catastrophic flooding in central Texas over the weekend, with the Guadalupe River rising over 26 feet in under an hour. The flooding destroyed homes and much of Camp Mystic, a girls' Christian summer camp. In Kerr County, the death toll has reached 84, including 28 children. Camp Mystic reported 27 deaths and 11 people still missing. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing but hampered by debris, heat, snakes, and continued rain. Texas Governor Greg Abbott vowed to continue recovery efforts, and President Trump signed a federal disaster declaration and plans to visit the state.

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia 3

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia 2

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

US: Aerial View of Severe Flooding in Dyer County, Tennessee

Dyer County in Tennessee faced severe flooding as the Obion River overflowed, prompting mandatory evacuations and a disaster declaration on Monday, April 7. Dyersburg Mayor John Holden reported on Wednesday morning that water levels were gradually decreasing in areas like South Dyersburg.

US: Disaster Emergency Declared As Lake Effect Snow Pummels Erie County, PA 2

An intense lake-effect snow swept through parts of New York and Pennsylvania over the Thanksgiving weekend. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declared a state of emergency for Erie County on Saturday, November 30, and activated the National Guard in order to assist with relief efforts in the area.

US: Disaster Emergency Declared As Lake Effect Snow Pummels Erie County, PA

An intense lake-effect snow swept through parts of New York and Pennsylvania over the Thanksgiving weekend. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declared a state of emergency for Erie County on Saturday, November 30, and activated the National Guard in order to assist with relief efforts in the area.

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Outside the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Outside the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

A license plate in an area affected by the DANA, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Outside the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

UME personnel work removing trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Outside the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

A car between two trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

A person walks through Sot de Chera, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Outside the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

UME personnel work removing trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several volunteers organize to make deliveries by bicycle or other vehicles, in the neighborhood of San Marcelino, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) today published the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several volunteers organize to make deliveries by bicycle or other vehicles, in the neighborhood of San Marcelino, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) today published the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several physiotherapists give free massages to volunteers in the neighborhood of San Marcelino, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) today published the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

UME personnel work removing trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several military personnel in Sot de Chera, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several physiotherapists give free massages to volunteers in the neighborhood of San Marcelino, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) today published the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

General view of Sot de Chera, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several people queue to receive food from Caritas, on November 7, 2024, in Sedaví, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

UME personnel work removing trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Outside the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Cheste, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Several physiotherapists give free massages to volunteers in the neighborhood of San Marcelino, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) today published the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, only in the province of Valencia, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, there are currently 199 dead and 93 missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

Two people take a picture with a flag of Valencia, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

A volunteer with a shovel passes in front of two agents of the Guardia Civil, on November 7, 2024, in Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) today published the declaration of an area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

UME personnel work removing trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

89 People Still Missing After Deadly Disaster - Valencia

UME personnel work removing trees, on November 7, 2024, in Cheste, Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain. The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published today the declaration of area seriously affected by a Civil Protection emergency in the territory affected by the DANA in the Valencian Community, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalonia and Aragon. This declaration is accompanied by a package of measures valued at 10,600 million euros aimed at mitigating the effects of the DANA. According to official figures, in the province of Valencia alone, the area hardest hit by the cold drop, 199 people have died and 93 are missing. Photo by Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Powerful Storms Bring Hurricane-Force Winds To Dallas, Causing Widespread Power Outages 2

Powerful storms with hurricane-force winds and heavy rains swept through North Texas on Tuesday, May 28, flooding roads, knocking down trees and power lines, and leaving hundreds of thousands without power. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued a disaster declaration. This video shows damage left by the storm at Greenbelt Parrk, Carrollton.

US: Powerful Storms Bring Hurricane-Force Winds To Dallas, Causing Widespread Power Outages

Powerful storms with hurricane-force winds and heavy rains swept through North Texas on Tuesday, May 28, flooding roads, knocking down trees and power lines, and leaving hundreds of thousands without power. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued a disaster declaration.

US: Tornado Touches Down, Emergency Declaration Issued In Temple, Texas

An EF-2 tornado touched down in Temple, Texas, on Wednesday, May 22, leaving a trail of destruction to homes and businesses and prompting city officials to issue an Emergency Declaration.

Major U.S. areas sound alarm on monkeypox with vaccines in short supply

STORY: Major U.S. areas sound alarm on monkeypox with vaccines in short supply DATELINE: Aug. 2, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:09 LOCATION: NEW YORK, U.S. CATEGORY: HEALTH/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): XIA LIN, Xinhua correspondent 2. various of street view in Times Square, New York City STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): XIA LIN, Xinhua correspondent "The United States confirmed 5,189 monkeypox cases as of July 29. This is the world's highest tally. Health experts said that given the testing bottlenecks in the country, monkeypox cases are likely being undercounted. San Francisco became the first major U.S. city on July 28 to declare a local health emergency on monkeypox. Its demand for the vaccine is high and the declaration took effect on Aug. 1. On July 29, New York State declared a disaster emergency due to its growing monkeypox cases. 'More than one in four monkeypox cases in this country are in New York State, and we need to utilize every tool in our arsenal as we respond,' said the governor. On July 30

NYC declares monkeypox public health emergency

STORY: NYC declares monkeypox public health emergency DATELINE: July 31, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:53 LOCATION: NEW YORK, U.S. CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1.various of the street view in Times Square, New York City STORYLINE: New York City on Saturday declared a public health emergency due to the monkeypox outbreak. New York City Mayor Eric Adams and city Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan made the announcement in a joint statement as a total of 1,383 monkeypox cases have been reported in New York State. "New York City is currently the epicenter of the outbreak, and we estimate that approximately 150,000 New Yorkers may currently be at risk for monkeypox exposure," the statement read. The declaration will allow the health department to issue emergency orders under the city health code and amend code provisions to help slow the spread. The announcement came one day after New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency over the outbreak. On Thursday, the state health department calle

Sweden boosts defense ties with UK ahead of NATO membership decision

STORY: Sweden boosts defense ties with UK ahead of NATO membership decision DATELINE: May 12, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:57 LOCATION: Stockholm CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press conference STORYLINE: Sweden strengthened its defense and security ties with Britain with a "political declaration of solidarity" on Wednesday, ahead of the country's historical decision on its NATO membership. Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson and her visiting UK counterpart Boris Johnson signed the declaration after discussing the security situation in Europe and bilateral relations. Under the declaration, the two countries have agreed to "meet challenges in peace, crisis and conflict together." "Should either country suffer a disaster or an attack, the United Kingdom and Sweden will, upon request from the affected country, assist each other in a variety of ways, which may include military means," reads the declaration. "Today, we are taking another step towards strengthening our bilateral defe