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.

US: Explosion at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland, Louisiana Prompts Evacuations

An explosion occurred at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland, Louisiana on Friday, August 22, prompted mandatory evacuations within a one-mile radius. The blast at the automotive manufacturing facility, which employs around 400 people, caused no reported injuries. Residents reported feeling the ground shake and saw black residue, believed to be oil, falling from the sky.

US: Hurricane Erin Brings Storm Surge to North Carolina’s Outer Banks 6

Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

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Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

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Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

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Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

US: Hurricane Erin Brings Storm Surge to North Carolina’s Outer Banks

Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

US: Hurricane Erin Brings Storm Surge to North Carolina’s Outer Banks 2

Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

US: White Sage Fire in AZ Forces Evacuations of Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Jacob Lake 2

A rapidly growing White Sage Fire, which started on July 9 approximately 15 miles southeast of Fredonia on Bureau of Land Management lands, has expanded to nearly 50,000 acres with zero containment as of July 14. This has prompted mandatory evacuations along the Grand Canyon's North Rim and for Jacob Lake, leading the National Park Service to close the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

US: White Sage Fire in AZ Forces Evacuations of Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Jacob Lake

A rapidly growing White Sage Fire, which started on July 9 approximately 15 miles southeast of Fredonia on Bureau of Land Management lands, has expanded to an estimated 1,000 acres with zero containment as of July 10. This has prompted mandatory evacuations along the Grand Canyon's North Rim and for Jacob Lake, leading the National Park Service to close the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

US: Wolf Fire Breaks Out, Prompting Mandatory Evacuations in Riverside County, California

The Wolf Fire, a quickly-growing brush fire, broke out near Banning, Riverside County, on Sunday, June 29, prompting a mandatory evacuation order and an evacuation warning for the area.

US: Wolf Fire Breaks Out, Prompting Mandatory Evacuations in Riverside County, California 2

The Wolf Fire, a quickly-growing brush fire, broke out near Banning, Riverside County, on Sunday, June 29, prompting a mandatory evacuation order and an evacuation warning for the area.

US: Inn Fire Prompts Evacuations in Mono County, California

The Inn Fire that broke out in Mono County, east-central California, on Thursday, May 22, forced mandatory evacuations. The blaze had burned more than 700 acres as of Saturday, shutting down Highway 395 ahead of Memorial Day weekend.

Singapore: Fire at Industrial Building Causes Injury, Evacuations

A fire broke out at a three-storey industrial building in Tampines, Singapore on May 9, sending dark plumes of smoke and ash into the sky, injuring one person and prompting evacuations from nearby workplaces and a school.

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: Rescue Efforts Underway in Kentucky as Catastrophic Flooding Continues

Rescue efforts were underway as catastrophic flooding persisted across Kentucky on Monday, April 7. Prolonged heavy rains caused rivers to reach near-record levels, with evacuations ordered in several areas.

US: Wildfires Spread Across San Diego County, Forcing Evacuations 2

Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County early Tuesday, January 21, as powerful Santa Ana wind gusts created dangerous fire conditions. Mandatory evacuations were expanded across Southern California. This video shows the Friars Fire along Friars Road near Fashion Valley Mall.

US: Wildfires Spread Across San Diego County, Forcing Evacuations

Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County early Tuesday, January 21, as powerful Santa Ana wind gusts created dangerous fire conditions. Mandatory evacuations were expanded across Southern California. This video shows the Lilac Fire raging near Pala Mesa.

US: Floridians Rush To Stores For Supplies In Preparation For Hurricane Milton 2

Hurricane Milton has intensified rapidly, becoming a Category 5 storm, making its way toward Florida, and is expected to make landfall on the Gulf Coast. Mandatory evacuations are underway along areas of Florida's west coast. People have rushed to stores to stock up on supplies, including food and water, and long lines formed at gas stations in preparation for the hurricane.

US: People Rush To Stores For Supplies In Preparation For Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton has intensified rapidly, becoming a Category 5 storm, making its way toward Florida, and is expected to make landfall on the Gulf Coast. Mandatory evacuations are underway along areas of Florida's west coast. People rushed to stores to stock up on supplies, including food and water, and long lines formed at gas stations in preparation for the hurricane.

US: Airport Fire Expands In Southern California, Destroys Homes

Airport Fire burning in Orange and Riverside Counties, Southern California has grown to more than 23,000 acres as of Wednesday morning, September 11. The fire injured at least seven people and destroyed homes.

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Airport Fire burning in Orange and Riverside Counties, Southern California has grown to more than 23,000 acres as of Wednesday morning, September 11. The fire injured at least seven people and destroyed homes.

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Airport Fire burning in Orange and Riverside Counties, Southern California has grown to more than 23,000 acres as of Wednesday morning, September 11. The fire injured at least seven people and destroyed homes.

US: Alexander Mountain Fire Prompts Mandatory Evacuations In Larimer County, CO 3

The Alexander Mountain Fire broke out about 20 miles west of Loveland in Larimer County on Monday, July 29. Mandatory evacuation orders were issued for multiple locations in the county. Several roads in the area were closed.

US: Alexander Mountain Fire Prompts Mandatory Evacuations In Larimer County, CO 2

The Alexander Mountain Fire broke out about 20 miles west of Loveland in Larimer County on Monday, July 29. Mandatory evacuation orders were issued for multiple locations in the county. Several roads in the area were closed.

US: Alexander Mountain Fire Prompts Mandatory Evacuations In Larimer County, CO

The Alexander Mountain Fire broke out about 20 miles west of Loveland in Larimer County on Monday, July 29. Mandatory evacuation orders were issued for multiple locations in the county. Several roads in the area were closed.

US: Evacuations Ordered As Sandhurst Fire Breaks Out On Ensign Peak, Utah

The Sandhurst Fire broke out on Ensign Peak in Salt Lake City on Saturday, July 20. Mandatory evacuations have been in effect for the Sandhurst area. City Creek Canyon has been closed to the public.

Malaysia: Fire Breaks Out At SkyAvenue, Theme Park In Genting Highlands

A fire broke out at SkyAvenue, the Genting Highlands theme park in Malaysia, about an hour east of Kuala Lumpur, on Friday, June 14, prompting evacuations as the blaze sent plumes of black smoke into the air. Resorts World Genting (RWG) said no casualties or injuries were reported.

US: Severe Flooding Hits Houston Area Prompting Evacuation Orders 3

Roads and rivers remained flooded on Friday, May 3, after severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall to north Houston on Thursday. Mandatory evacuations have been in effect in San Jacinto and Harris counties due to flooding. Flooding has also been reported in Walker, Polk, and Montgomery counties.

US: Severe Flooding Hits Houston Area Prompting Evacuation Orders 4

Roads and rivers remained flooded on Friday, May 3, after severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall to north Houston on Thursday. Mandatory evacuations have been in effect in San Jacinto and Harris counties due to flooding. Flooding has also been reported in Walker, Polk, and Montgomery counties.

US: Severe Flooding Hits Houston Area Prompting Evacuation Orders

Roads and rivers remained flooded on Friday, May 3, after severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall to north Houston on Thursday. Mandatory evacuations have been in effect in San Jacinto and Harris counties due to flooding. Flooding has also been reported in Walker, Polk, and Montgomery counties.

US: Severe Flooding Hits Houston Area Prompting Evacuation Orders 2

Roads and rivers remained flooded on Friday, May 3, after severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall to north Houston on Thursday. Mandatory evacuations have been in effect in San Jacinto and Harris counties due to flooding. Flooding has also been reported in Walker, Polk, and Montgomery counties.

Severe winter storms leave at least 16 dead in U.S. California

STORY: Severe winter storms leave at least 16 dead in U.S. California DATELINE: Jan. 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:50 LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, U.S. CATEGORY: WEATHER SHOTLIST: 1. various of rainy weather in Los Angeles 2. various of flooded metro station in Los Angeles STORYLINE: At least 16 people have died in a barrage of severe winter storms in California as the most populous state in the U.S. braces for more floods and mudslides. Winter storms continued to hit California with heavy rains, causing flooding, road closures, power outages and mandatory evacuations in many regions across the state. U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday night approved California Governor Gavin Newsom's request for a federal emergency declaration. Over 160,000 homes and businesses in California were still without power as of Tuesday afternoon, according to PowerOutage.us, a website which collects live power outage data from utilities all over the country. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Los Angeles, U.S. (