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Firefighters have made significant progress in controlling a rapidly spreading wildfire in Southern California. The blaze, which had threatened homes and prompted evacuations, is now more contained, thanks to the efforts of emergency response teams. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely to prevent further spread.
Cal Fire is working to contain the Patterson Fire, a grass fire that has burned nearly 100 acres near a power facility in Alameda County. The fire, which started near Patterson Pass Road and North Midway Road, is 75% contained. Nearby, a second grass fire in Livermore has burned one acre. The situation is developing, and updates are ongoing.
Firefighters have made significant progress in containing the Corral Fire near Tracy, California, which has burned over 14,000 acres. Evacuation orders have been downgraded to warnings, and road closures remain in effect. The fire is 75% contained, and residents are advised to stay alert. Two firefighters were injured, and one home was destroyed.
A wildfire near San Francisco, named the Corral Fire, has burned 14,000 acres and is now 50% contained after forcing evacuations and injuring two firefighters. The fire threatened communities and closed part of Interstate Highway 580, but favorable weather conditions have allowed firefighters to make significant progress. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
The first major California wildfire of the year, the Corral Fire, has burned 14,168 acres and is 50% contained after high winds caused it to spread rapidly over the weekend. Located in San Joaquin County, the fire prompted evacuations and the temporary closure of Interstate 580. More than 475 firefighters have been battling the blaze, which has injured two firefighters and destroyed one structure. Evacuation orders have since been lifted as containment efforts improved.
A shooting situation in Minnetonka has been contained to a house on Crestwood Drive East, with a shelter-in-place order issued for the neighborhood. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office confirmed that there is no threat to the public, but the Minnetonka Police Department advises residents to avoid the area. The situation is ongoing, and officials are urging people to stay updated as more information becomes available.
The Vision Hills fire in Pueblo grew to 107 acres, with 80% containment and lifted evacuation orders, but new pre-evacuation orders were issued as the fire response team remains concerned about air quality and high winds. No structures have been affected, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The Vision Hills Fire, estimated to be 52 acres in size and 20% contained, has prompted evacuations for 25 homes north of Pueblo, Colorado. The fire, which started around 10:30 a.m. on Friday, has led to road closures and the establishment of a reception center for evacuees and their pets. Multiple agencies, including a type 6 strike team, are responding to the fire, which is currently spreading north and under investigation for its cause.
The historic Smokehouse Creek blaze in Texas, which scorched over 1 million acres, has been fully contained after a three-week firefight, with the cause still under investigation. The fire, which started on Feb. 26, has killed at least two people, destroyed over 500 structures, and devastated grasslands crucial for cattle ranchers. Texas energy company Xcel Energy stated that its facilities "appear to have been involved" in starting the fire. Veterinarians have been deployed to help the livestock affected by the massive wildfires, and despite improving conditions, burn bans remain in place across 73 Texas counties.
Health officials in New Jersey are investigating a mumps outbreak that has affected eight members of a family cluster in Hunterdon County, possibly linked to recent international travel. Mumps, a highly contagious disease, can cause symptoms such as puffy cheeks, swollen jaw, fever, headache, and fatigue. While mumps outbreaks are relatively rare, it is important for individuals to be vaccinated with two doses of the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine to prevent the spread of the disease.
Firefighters battling the massive Texas wildfires are expected to get a crucial opportunity to contain the flames as cooler temperatures and gentler winds arrive on Monday. The Smokehouse Creek Fire, which has burned over 1 million acres and killed at least two people, is only 15% contained. Several other fires are also burning in the region, causing significant devastation to homes, livestock, and ranches. The loss of beef cattle could impact the nation's supply, and efforts to assist wildfire victims are underway through fundraisers and charities. The wildfires have brought unprecedented destruction and devastation to the Texas Panhandle, with numerous families losing their homes and belongings.
Five wildfires in Texas have claimed at least two lives and destroyed a 120-year-old cattle ranch, with concerns of more casualties as dry weather and high winds are expected to exacerbate the situation over the weekend. The largest fire, the Smokehouse Creek fire, has burned over 1 million acres and is only 15% contained, while power outages affect hundreds in the region. Prescribed burns and containment efforts have helped limit the spread of the fires, but the forecasted weather conditions pose a significant threat to the affected areas.
The measles outbreak in Florida is growing, with a seventh case confirmed in Broward County, prompting concerns from experts about the virus's contagious nature and the state's approach to containment. The decision to let parents decide whether to quarantine their children or let them keep going to school has drawn criticism, as measles is highly infectious and unvaccinated individuals have a 90% chance of becoming infected if exposed. In contrast, Ohio successfully controlled a measles outbreak by advising post-exposure vaccination and implementing a 21-day quarantine for unvaccinated children. The Florida outbreak raises concerns about vulnerable students and increasing vaccine exemptions, reflecting a national trend of rising vaccine skepticism.
The measles outbreak in Florida has expanded to seven cases, with the youngest patient being a child under 5. Experts warn that the highly contagious nature of measles could lead to further spread beyond the initial school outbreak. Florida's approach to handling the outbreak, particularly the decision to let parents decide whether to quarantine their children, has drawn criticism from experts. In contrast, Ohio successfully controlled a measles outbreak by following standard public health guidance, including encouraging vaccination and implementing quarantine measures. The Florida outbreak raises concerns amid a national increase in vaccine exemptions and highlights the vulnerability of unvaccinated children and those too young to be fully vaccinated.
Multiple victims have been reported in a shooting incident at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), with the suspect now "contained," according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Shots were reported at Beam Hall and the student union, and people on campus have been advised to shelter in place. The situation is still developing.