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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Safeguarding LA: How Alert Tech Is Being Improved After Errors

You know the story: wildfires in Los Angeles sparked a flurry of emergency alerts. But not all were accurate. One alert meant for those near the Kenneth Fire went to all 10 million residents of LA County. Panic set in, and city officials started digging into the issue. The tech company, Genasys, beh

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Jan 11 2025WEATHER

Snow Day! South Carolina Gets Ready

South Carolina is gearing up for some serious winter weather, folks! Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency, which means the Emergency Operations Center has jumped into action. It's like they're setting up for a big game, making sure everything is in place to keep us all safe. Mos

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Jan 11 2025WEATHER

A Winter Surprise Hits the South

A massive winter storm took a slow journey from Texas and Oklahoma, heading eastward into the Southern states. This storm brought heavy snow and icy roads, causing governors to declare states of emergency and schools to close. Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders even called in the National Guard to help

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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

How One Doctor's Speed Affects Others in the Emergency Room

You might think that doctors in the emergency department (ED) work independently, but they don't. Their work is influenced by their colleagues. This study looked into how the pace of one doctor can affect the performance of others around them. Imagine you're in the ED, and there are several doctors

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Jan 10 2025WEATHER

Snow Storm Cora: A Wild Weather Ride

Get ready for some wild weather! A massive snow and ice storm named Cora is sweeping across the southern United States. From Texas to the Carolinas, this storm is leaving a trail of snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. It's a big deal, with states like Tennessee, Arkansas, Georgia, and North Caroli

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Jan 09 2025WEATHER

Alabama Braces for Winter Storm: Governor Declares Emergency

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has taken proactive measures to protect her state from an impending winter storm. She declared a State of Emergency for 37 counties on Thursday morning, anticipating winter weather conditions expected on Friday. These counties span across different regions of Alabama, inclu

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Trump's Water War: Blasting Newsom Over California Wildfires

While Los Angeles is burning due to wildfires fueled by dry weather and wind, President-elect Donald Trump isn't showing sympathy. Instead, he's taking aim at Governor Gavin Newsom on his Truth Social platform, reigniting an old feud about California's water policies. Trump criticized Newsom for sup

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Jan 09 2025WEATHER

Winter Power Outages: Stay Safe and Warm in North Texas

Winter is here in North Texas, and with it comes the chance of power outages due to freezing temperatures and ice storms. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has some tips to help you stay safe and warm if the power goes out. First, try to keep the heat inside your home. Close the curtains a

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Jan 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Wildfires Tear Through Los Angeles: Staying Safe

A brutal wildfire is creating chaos in Los Angeles. The Palisades Fire is burning through Pacific Palisades and other neighborhoods like Sylmar and Eaton Canyon. If you find yourself in the path of a wildfire, here's how to stay safe. If you're in a car and a fire starts to surround you, don't

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Jan 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fire Forces Famous Faces to Flee: Pacific Palisades in Flames

On Tuesday, a fast-moving fire swept through Pacific Palisades, California, forcing celebrities and locals to evacuate their homes. The blaze, which started around 10:30 a. m. , quickly grew from a small brush fire to over 770 acres due to strong winds. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) issued

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