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Wildfires Force Evacuations in North and South Carolina
Brush fires in Polk County, North Carolina, and Horry County, South Carolina, prompted evacuations on Saturday, with one fire burning 400 acres and at zero containment, leading to a statewide burning ban in South Carolina.
Wildfires Force Evacuations in North and South Carolina
Brush fires in Polk County, North Carolina, and Horry County, South Carolina, prompted evacuations on Saturday, with one fire burning 400 acres and at zero containment, leading to a statewide burning ban in South Carolina.
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44% Bias Score
High Wildfire Risk Warning Issued for Scotland
A "very high" wildfire risk warning has been issued for northern and eastern Scotland from Saturday to Wednesday, urging people to avoid outdoor fires due to easily ignitable dry vegetation; this is the first alert of 2025 and follows numerous fires in 2024, including one of the UK's largest.
High Wildfire Risk Warning Issued for Scotland
A "very high" wildfire risk warning has been issued for northern and eastern Scotland from Saturday to Wednesday, urging people to avoid outdoor fires due to easily ignitable dry vegetation; this is the first alert of 2025 and follows numerous fires in 2024, including one of the UK's largest.
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32% Bias Score
L.A. Mayor Dismisses Fire Chief Amid Wildfire Crisis, Sparking Accountability Debate
The devastating L.A. area wildfires, burning 37,000 acres and displacing thousands, led to Mayor Karen Bass dismissing Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, sparking controversy over accountability and preparedness failures amid budget cuts and the mayor's absence during the crisis.
L.A. Mayor Dismisses Fire Chief Amid Wildfire Crisis, Sparking Accountability Debate
The devastating L.A. area wildfires, burning 37,000 acres and displacing thousands, led to Mayor Karen Bass dismissing Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, sparking controversy over accountability and preparedness failures amid budget cuts and the mayor's absence during the crisis.
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48% Bias Score
Eaton Fire Devastates Altadena; Rebuilding Debate Reignited
The Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, which ignited on January 7th, destroyed approximately 16,000 structures and killed 29 people, prompting a debate on rebuilding in high-risk areas, as residents like Shirley Dosier and Diana Lieb face difficult decisions about their futures.
Eaton Fire Devastates Altadena; Rebuilding Debate Reignited
The Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, which ignited on January 7th, destroyed approximately 16,000 structures and killed 29 people, prompting a debate on rebuilding in high-risk areas, as residents like Shirley Dosier and Diana Lieb face difficult decisions about their futures.
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24% Bias Score
EPA Hazardous Waste Site in Topanga Canyon Sparks Local Outrage
After the Palisades fire, the EPA established a temporary hazardous waste sorting site in Topanga Canyon, despite local opposition due to the area's environmental sensitivity and Native American heritage; the EPA cited limited suitable land and the urgency of post-fire cleanup as reasons for the dec...
EPA Hazardous Waste Site in Topanga Canyon Sparks Local Outrage
After the Palisades fire, the EPA established a temporary hazardous waste sorting site in Topanga Canyon, despite local opposition due to the area's environmental sensitivity and Native American heritage; the EPA cited limited suitable land and the urgency of post-fire cleanup as reasons for the dec...
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40% Bias Score
Black Bears Occupy Southern California Homes Evacuated Due to Eaton Fire
Two 500-plus pound black bears have taken refuge in homes vacated due to the destructive Eaton fire in Southern California; one bear was captured and relocated, while another remains in a Pasadena residence, highlighting the increasing human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Black Bears Occupy Southern California Homes Evacuated Due to Eaton Fire
Two 500-plus pound black bears have taken refuge in homes vacated due to the destructive Eaton fire in Southern California; one bear was captured and relocated, while another remains in a Pasadena residence, highlighting the increasing human-wildlife conflict in the region.
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32% Bias Score
Devastating Wildfires Rage Across Japan, Leaving One Dead and Thousands Evacuated
Wildfires are raging across Japan, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, resulting in at least one death, over 80 damaged buildings, and thousands of evacuations around Ofunato in Iwate prefecture, where 1,200 hectares have burned—the most significant area since 1992.
Devastating Wildfires Rage Across Japan, Leaving One Dead and Thousands Evacuated
Wildfires are raging across Japan, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, resulting in at least one death, over 80 damaged buildings, and thousands of evacuations around Ofunato in Iwate prefecture, where 1,200 hectares have burned—the most significant area since 1992.
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24% Bias Score
LA Fire Chief Appeals Dismissal After Deadly Fires
Following the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass dismissed Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, who is now appealing the decision, requiring a two-thirds council vote for reversal; the dismissal followed accusations of mismanagement during the fires and a public disagreement ...
LA Fire Chief Appeals Dismissal After Deadly Fires
Following the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass dismissed Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, who is now appealing the decision, requiring a two-thirds council vote for reversal; the dismissal followed accusations of mismanagement during the fires and a public disagreement ...
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36% Bias Score
Altadena Wildfire Devastates Local Food System
The January 7th wildfire in Altadena, California, destroyed over 16,000 homes and structures, including numerous urban farms and community gardens, significantly impacting the local food system and community food security, causing immeasurable loss of cultural crops, and disrupting established food ...
Altadena Wildfire Devastates Local Food System
The January 7th wildfire in Altadena, California, destroyed over 16,000 homes and structures, including numerous urban farms and community gardens, significantly impacting the local food system and community food security, causing immeasurable loss of cultural crops, and disrupting established food ...
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24% Bias Score
LA Mayor Fires Fire Chief After Devastating Wildfires
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fired Fire Chief Kristin Crowley following criticism of the city's response to devastating wildfires that killed 26, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced 150,000; Ronnie Villanueva is interim chief; Crowley has 10 days to appeal.
LA Mayor Fires Fire Chief After Devastating Wildfires
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fired Fire Chief Kristin Crowley following criticism of the city's response to devastating wildfires that killed 26, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced 150,000; Ronnie Villanueva is interim chief; Crowley has 10 days to appeal.
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52% Bias Score
Bolivian Wildfires Cause Widespread Displacement and Health Crisis
Bolivia's 2024 wildfires, the country's largest, burned over 10 million hectares, destroying water sources, displacing families, and causing widespread health issues including respiratory and gastrointestinal problems. The fires, fueled by slash-and-burn agriculture, have long-term implications for ...
Bolivian Wildfires Cause Widespread Displacement and Health Crisis
Bolivia's 2024 wildfires, the country's largest, burned over 10 million hectares, destroying water sources, displacing families, and causing widespread health issues including respiratory and gastrointestinal problems. The fires, fueled by slash-and-burn agriculture, have long-term implications for ...
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36% Bias Score
Los Angeles Wildfires: Rebuilding Debate Amidst $275 Billion in Damages
In the recent Los Angeles wildfires, 18-year firefighting veteran Chien Yu lost his home, highlighting the devastating impact on residents amidst plans to rebuild over 15,000 structures; experts question rebuilding in high-risk areas, citing a 40-year drought, arid vegetation, and strong Santa Ana w...
Los Angeles Wildfires: Rebuilding Debate Amidst $275 Billion in Damages
In the recent Los Angeles wildfires, 18-year firefighting veteran Chien Yu lost his home, highlighting the devastating impact on residents amidst plans to rebuild over 15,000 structures; experts question rebuilding in high-risk areas, citing a 40-year drought, arid vegetation, and strong Santa Ana w...
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36% Bias Score
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