LA fires a warning for major sports events, experts say
The devastating fires in Los Angeles come before the city hosts the Olympics and World Cup over the next few years.
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Biden urges Congress to ‘step up’ on California aid as LA warned of ‘explosive fire growth’ – as it happened
This blog is now closed. You can read our latest story here . Tell us about the financial consequences you are facing due to the California fires Weather forecasters are predicting that the ...The Guardian - 8h -
LA fires live updates: 9 people charged with looting, DA says
At least 24 people are believed to be dead and more than a dozen others remain unaccounted for as multiple wildfires rage across Southern California.ABC News - 10h -
National Weather Service issues most dire warning as winds pick up in fire-scarred LA region
Federal meteorologists have issued their most dire wildfire warning for Los Angeles and Ventura counties, as winds threaten to pick up in the early hours of Tuesday through Wednesday. Alerting ...The Hill - 19h -
LA officials warn of price gouging as those displaced by fire seek housing
County sheriff says anyone who tries to scam the thousands of people looking for accommodations will be prosecuted. Wildfires live updates Los Angeles authorities are warning against scams and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Biden says federal government to cover 100% of costs for initial LA fire recovery
President Joe Biden on Thursday announced the federal government would cover 100% of costs of the initial federal disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires.ABC News - 3d -
Trump keeps saying send water from the north to LA fires. That's not the problem
As fires spread across Southern California, Trump urged Newsom to send in water from Northern California despite some experts saying water supply is not the problem.ABC News - 4d -
LA officials warn against looting amid fires, say 20 arrested so far
Los Angeles officials on Wednesday warned against looting amid deadly wildfires raging in the area. “In the midst of the emergency, we’ve all seen individuals who are targeting vulnerable ...The Hill - 4d -
How Washington, D.C., is handling security concerns amid major events
In the coming weeks, Washington, D.C., will host the 2024 election certification, former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral and President-elect Donald Trump's second inauguration. CBS News ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
25 for 2025: unmissable sporting events over the next 12 months
This year features two Ashes series, a Lions tour to Australia and the 2025 Euros. Novak Djokovic will be aiming to begin the new year by doing something he failed to do throughout 2024 – win a ...The Guardian - Jan. 1
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