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Rain in California aids firefighting efforts but poses new risks

Heavy rain on fire-scorched areas could trigger floods, landslides, and toxic ash runoff. After weeks of dry and windy conditions, rain finally arrived in southern California’s parched regions on Saturday, offering much-needed relief for firefighters battling ongoing wildfires. However, officials warn that heavy downpours on burned slopes could create new hazards such as mudslides, debris […]

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Spanish regional leader admits mishandling of flood response

Valencia’s regional president, Carlos Mazón of the People’s Party (PP), acknowledged on Friday shortcomings in managing Spain’s deadliest floods in decades. “I will not deny mistakes,” Mazón admitted during a speech in the regional parliament, adding that he would not shy away from responsibility. He apologized to those who felt that aid during the floods […]

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Severe weather disrupts transportation in Czechia, firefighters called to multiple emergencies

Adverse weather conditions are causing widespread transportation disruptions across Czechia, with firefighters responding to an increasing number of incidents. On Friday, Czech firefighters were called out over 1,700 times, mostly to clear fallen trees blocking roads and streams, which are also affecting railway traffic. In several areas, transportation has been halted. The Czech Fire Rescue […]

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