A dam breach in the southeastern Wisconsin community of Manawa prompted swift evacuations on Friday. The National Weather Service and Manawa city officials coordinated efforts to ensure the safety of residents living downriver from the Little Wolf River. Dam Breach and Immediate Response The dam in Manawa was compromised by floodwaters around 1:45 p.m., as … Read more
A malfunctioning carnival ride at the Independence Day Carnival in Oak Harbor, Washington, left six people injured during a Fourth of July celebration, officials reported. The incident occurred when a spinning swing attraction tipped over, causing “minor injuries” to the riders. The City of Oak Harbor promptly closed the carnival Wednesday night following the accident. … Read more
An American Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger reportedly exposed himself and urinated in the aisle, leading to his arrest by New York authorities. The incident occurred on July 3, involving a 25-year-old man from Oregon, who has since been charged with indecent exposure, according to the U.S. Attorney’s … Read more
A severe thunderstorm wreaked havoc in Russell County, Kansas, resulting in the death of one man and injuries to three others. According to a news statement from Sheriff Andrew Van Der Wege, the storm swept through Lake Wilson in Wilson State Park, bringing with it devastating winds clocked at 68 to 70 miles per hour. … Read more
A tragic mass shooting in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago early Thursday morning resulted in the deaths of two women and critical injuries to three children. Chicago police responded swiftly to the alert of gunfire in the 7100 block of South Woodlawn Avenue, only to find a horrific scene upon their arrival. Devastating … Read more
For the second consecutive year, the Sumner Tunnel in Boston is closing for extensive renovations. The closure begins at midnight on Thursday and will last until August 5. Following this period, the tunnel will be closed most weekends until mid-November. Closure Timeline and Renovation Details This year’s work involves tearing up the road inside the … Read more
Heat-related issues have led to a significant power outage affecting approximately 1,700 customers near Pescadero in San Mateo County late Thursday afternoon, according to PG&E. Widespread Outages Hit Pescadero and San Jose As of 4:05 p.m., PG&E crews were actively working to resolve the issue, although there was no estimated time for power restoration for … Read more
The 4th of July holiday became a harrowing experience for beachgoers at South Padre Island, Texas, when a shark bit at least two swimmers. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department reported that the same shark is believed to have bitten two people and encountered two others who were not seriously hurt. Two victims were taken … Read more
Approximately 200 Ventura County firefighters are engaged in a fierce battle against a wildfire that erupted in the hills of Simi Valley, prompting the evacuation of residents. The blaze, known as the Sharp Fire, has consumed over 130 acres and posed a significant threat to homes and structures in the area. Fire Erupts Amid Heat … Read more
As the July 4th holiday weekend approaches, many people in Miami-Dade are planning to escape the heat by heading to the beach. However, the state’s Department of Health in Miami-Dade has issued a crucial warning: avoid swimming at three popular beaches due to dangerous levels of bacteria in the water. Unsafe Water Quality Detected The … Read more