emergency management
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Death Toll of Maui Wildfires Rises to 106 People
After days of devastating fires that have displaced thousands of people, and have burned down important historical sites throughout Maui, the official death count has risen to 106 according to officials. Hawaii Governor Josh Green has estimated that about 1,300 are still unaccounted for, CBS News reported. State officials worry that the death toll will…
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After Accidentally Starting Huge Wildfire, U.S. Forest Service Admits It’s Stumped by Climate Change
The largest wildfire in New Mexico’s history is still burning. The Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fire, which began in April, has covered more than 341,471 acres so far. The fire has destroyed hundreds of homes, burned through important cultural sites and resources, and forced thousands of people to evacuate — some whom are are still under…
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Wildfires Rage in Siberia, Killing at Least 10
At least 10 people are dead and hundreds of homes and buildings are destroyed after wildfires ripped through eastern Siberia this weekend. High winds, officials said, both helped cause the fires and spread them out of control, after downed power lines short-circuited and sparked the flames, which were then blown across the area.
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Why the U.S. Is Poised to Get More Deadly Landslides
British Columbia experienced devastating landslides and flooding last fall after torrential rain fell on regions scarred by wildfires, and more of these events are likely coming soon. A study published Friday in Science Advances found that under a high-emissions scenario — in a world where we do nothing to stop current levels of emissions —…