State of Emergency

Blue Cut Fire MAPS & Updates: Wildire Burns Over 30K Acres as Cause Questioned; 82,640 Residents Evacuated, State of Emergency Declared [VIDEO]

A wildfire is raging out of control in San Bernardino County, Calif., having exploded to 30,000 acres in size since igniting just over 24 hours ago. More than 80,000 people have been evacuated from their homes as the fire continues to spread, with firefighters making zero progress in containment. A state of emergency has been declared.

US Snowstorm Jonas Freezes East Coast; Heavy Snow Brings Blizzard Conditions, Flood Threats in Washington, New York

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A U.S. snowstorm with hurricane-force winds blasted much of East Coast on Saturday, paralyzing the nation’s capital and its largest city.

Joaquin Strengthens to Category 3 Hurricane, May Hit New York, East Coast

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Hurricane Joaquin has strengthened to a Category 3 storm, and is now predicted to hit the East Coast sometime next week.

Ferguson Michael Brown Anniversary Protests: County Declares State of Emergency, More Than 20 Arrested

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Another day of protest began in downtown Ferguson on Monday morning after violence disrupted Sunday's demonstrations commemmorating the one-year anniversary of Brown's death.

California Gov. Declares State of Emergency Amid Blazing Wildfire, Secures Grant to Pay for 75 Percent of Damages

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

On Saturday, California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. proclaimed a State of Emergency and called for the mobilization of the National Guard to the northern area of the state as wildfires continue to ravage the region.

California Governor Declares State of Emergency; Red Flag Warnings Issued As Officials Anticipate Wildfires Across State [MAP]

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Residents of California are facing water shortfalls in the driest year in recorded drought history. In response to and in preparation for extreme drought conditions, Governor Edmund G. Brown, Jr. declared on Friday a State of Emergency.