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Guatemala Bus Crash Kills at Least 51

At least 51 people died and 15 more were seriously injured when a 30-year-old bus fell from a bridge outside Guatemala City on February 10, 2025; the driver lost control, and the cause is under investigation; President Arévalo declared national mourning.

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SCE Equipment Suspected in Major California Wildfires

Southern California Edison's equipment is suspected of causing the Hurst Fire (800 acres) and may be linked to the larger Eaton Fire (124,000 acres) in Los Angeles County, resulting in 40 lawsuits, extensive damage, and 29 deaths.

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Turkish Government Criticized for Aegean Earthquake Response

CHP leader Özgür Özel criticized the Turkish government's response to recent earthquakes in the Aegean Sea, noting that Greece evacuated islands while Turkey showed no significant response. He linked this to the inadequate response to the February 6th earthquake.

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Psychological First Aid Helps Wildfire and Flood Victims

Psychological First Aid (PFA), a mental health intervention developed after the Oklahoma City bombing, is assisting survivors of Hurricane Helene and the Los Angeles wildfires by prioritizing immediate needs and connecting victims to services; the approach emphasizes listening and linking people to ...

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Slow Pace of Vehicle Removal Criticized Three Months After Valencia Floods

Three months after floods killed 224 in southern Valencia, Spain, tens of thousands of wrecked vehicles remain unremoved, prompting criticism of the regional government's handling of the cleanup and causing safety concerns and quality-of-life issues for residents.

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Santa Ana Winds Re-Ignite Wildfire Fears in Southern California

Santa Ana winds exceeding 100 mph fueled new wildfires in Southern California on Tuesday, despite recent progress containing major blazes that killed 27 and burned over 40,000 acres; firefighting teams are pre-deployed, and rain is forecast for the weekend.

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Magnitude 7.6 Earthquake Strikes Western Caribbean, Triggering Tsunami Advisory

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck 130 miles south-southwest of George Town, Cayman Islands, at 6:23 p.m. ET on Saturday, prompting a tsunami advisory for the Cayman Islands and briefly for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to its location near the boundary between the North America and Car...

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Delayed Flood Warning in Valencia Leads to 224 Deaths

The October 29th, 2024, floods in Valencia, Spain, resulted in 224 deaths and three missing persons due to the delayed warning by the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation (CHJ) about the critical water flow increase in the Poyo ravine, between 16:13 and 18:43, despite the flow spiking after 17:00, causi...

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Global Wildfire Crisis: Costs, Causes, and Urgent Solutions

The Los Angeles County wildfires, projected to cost $135–$150 billion, represent a global surge in wildfire intensity and frequency, causing ecological devastation, public health crises, and mass displacement; AI-powered solutions are improving response, but significant policy changes and funding in...

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Valencia Protests Demand Mazón's Resignation After Deadly Floods

On Saturday, thousands protested in Valencia, demanding President Carlos Mazón's resignation due to his handling of the October 29th floods, which caused 224 deaths, three missing persons, and two worker deaths; protesters criticized the slow pace of aid and recovery efforts, particularly in schools...

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Trump Visits Disaster Zones, Criticizes FEMA, Plans Reform

Following Hurricane Helene (September 2024) and the Los Angeles wildfires (January 2025), President Trump visited affected areas, criticizing prior disaster response and announcing plans to reform or eliminate FEMA, advocating for increased state-led disaster management.

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Santa Ana Winds Fuel Devastating California Wildfires Amidst Drought and Resource Concerns

Santa Ana winds bring "Particularly Dangerous Situation" red flag warnings to Los Angeles and Ventura counties, exacerbating severe drought conditions and fueling wildfires that have already killed 27 people, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced 41,000 residents; the LAFD's preparedness is no...

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