TWAIN, Plumas County (CBS SF) — The Dixie Fire that was raging through bone-dry timber and brush in Plumas and Butte counties grew to 167,430 acres by Friday night The Friday evening update from Cal Fire placed containment on the Dixie Fire at 18% as of 7 p.m. READ MORE: Two Dead, Four Wounded In Downtown San Rafael Late Night Shooting Flames from a spot fire — being referred to as the Fly Fire — was still threating the community of Twain and transmission lines from the Caribou hydroelectric facility. It had also grown on its eastern flank, endangering the town of Quincy. Cal Fire said the Fly Fire had grown to approximately 1,600 acres as of Friday evening. Though the fire is technically not a Cal Fire incident, the agency is providing crews that are trying to contain the fire. One of the issues during Friday’s fire fight was that reduced visibility from increasing smoke made it impossible for air tankers to provide support from above, though helicopters were still able to … [Read more...]
California’s Dixie Fire rages as temperatures expected to rise across US
close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for July 24 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. California's Dixie Fire , the largest wildfire burning in the western state, has jumped to 167,430 acres. The fire, which is just 18% contained, was started 10 days ago, though the cause is still under investigation by Cal Fire. As firefighters worked to battle the Dixie Fire's flames in Butte and Plumas counties, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency on Friday for Plumas, Butte, Lassen and Alpine counties -- where fires have collectively destroyed homes, forced evacuations and damaged critical infrastructure. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM WILDFIRE SMOKE — EVEN THOUSANDS OF MILES AWAY Newsom said the wildfires were causing "conditions of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property." His proclamation opens the way for more state support. … [Read more...]
40,000 Fentanyl Pills, 20 Lbs. Of Cocaine Seized In Adams County Drug Bust
ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) – The Adams County Sheriff’s Office arrested four people on Wednesday in a large-scale drugs and firearms bust. Investigators plan to hold a news conference next week about the arrests, which yielded more than 40,000 Fentanyl pills and 20 pounds of cocaine. (credit: Adams County Sheriff’s Office) (credit: Adams County Sheriff’s Office) The sheriff’s office released photos of the drugs, which included more than three pound of heroin, 9 pounds of meth and $113,000 in cash. In addition, investigators found four long guns, two handguns, body armor, a homemade silencer and three hand grenades. (credit: Adams County Sheriff’s Office) Deputies seized the drugs and guns after serving a search warrant. The four suspects were booked on various felony charges. (credit: Adams County Sheriff’s Office) The Adams County Sheriff’s office will hold a news conference at 2 p.m. Wednesday with the North Metro Task Force Drug Task … [Read more...]
Vehicle Crash Into House Leaves One Dead
BROOKLYN PARK, Md. (WJZ) — An early morning vehicle collision into a home leaves one man dead, according to Anne Arundel Police Department. Around 3:06 a.m., officers responded to Walton Avenue near Johnson Street for a vehicle crash into a home. READ MORE: COVID-19 In Maryland: Over 300 New Cases Reported The investigation revealed that a 2011 Nissan Altima was traveling south on Johnson Street approaching the intersection of Walton Avenue. The vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and jumped a curb, where it continued into the front yard of a home on Walton Avenue. The vehicle struck the home and fully entered the living quarters. The driver of the Nissan, identified as 49 year-old Christopher Davis of Baltimore, exited the crashed vehicle and fled the scene on foot towards Ritchie Highway where officers apprehended him without incident. The residence was occupied by two adult residents and two dogs at the time of the accident. READ MORE: 19 Year-Old Shot In … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh’s West End To Be Sprayed After Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus
By: KDKA-TV News Staff PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Recent samples of mosquitoes collected in Pittsburgh’s West End tested positive for West Nile virus. READ MORE: Pa. Lt. Gov. John Fetterman Calls Voter ID Requirements 'Insidious And Unnecessary' The Allegheny County Health Department will treat West End neighborhoods with a pesticide. READ MORE: University Of Pittsburgh To Require COVID-19 Containment Measures For The Unvaccinated A truck will drive through parts of the West End and spray the pesticide next Tuesday from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. MORE NEWS: 1 Person Killed In Motorcycle Crash On Route 422 In Lawrence County The health department says the pesticide is not harmful to people or pets. … [Read more...]
The Latest: Vietnam virus surge leads to Hanoi lockdown
15 HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnam has announced a 15-day lockdown in the capital Hanoi as a coronavirus surge spread from the southern Mekong Delta region. The lockdown order, issued late Friday night, bans the gathering of more than two people in public. Only government offices, hospitals and essential businesses can stay open. Earlier in the week, the city had suspended all outdoor activities and ordered non-essential businesses to close following an increase in cases. On Friday, Hanoi reported 70 confirmed infections, the city’s highest, part of a record 7,295 cases in the country. Nearly 5,000 are from Vietnam’s largest metropolis, southern Ho Chi Minh City, which has extended its lockdown until Aug. 1. ___ MORE ON THE PANDEMIC: — Vietnam locks down capital Hanoi for 15 days as cases rise — Thousands protest lockdown in Sydney, several arrested — AP poll: Most … [Read more...]
