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An independent Nature Medicine study finds that ChatGPT Health under-triages about half of simulated medical emergencies and can miss suicidality, raising alarms about potential harm and underscoring the need for stronger safeguards and independent auditing.
Torrential rainfall in southeastern Brazil’s Minas Gerais state caused floods and landslides that killed at least 30 people and left 39 missing, with Juiz de Fora and Ubá among the hardest-hit areas as homes were swept away and rescues continue; a state of emergency was declared, shelters opened, and officials linked the disaster to record February rainfall amid broader climate-change–related extreme weather.
Philadelphia braces for a coastal snowstorm Sunday through Monday with heavy snowfall (up to about 18 inches in the city and 14–20 inches in parts of New Jersey and Delaware) and strong winds, plus coastal flooding. A city snow emergency, Blizzard/Winter Storm Warnings nearby, and a Code Blue for homelessness are in effect. The Philadelphia School District will shift to virtual learning Monday; major highways face travel restrictions; PATCO will run on a snow schedule; trash collection and some city services are paused or delayed. Shoveling rules require clearing sidewalks within six hours after snowfall ends, with fines for violations. Public safety resources and hotlines are provided.
Washington, DC declared a state of emergency after a Potomac River sewage spill and is seeking assistance from former President Trump to coordinate cleanup and protect public health.
Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or warning strokes, mimic stroke symptoms but resolve quickly; they are a serious warning sign because up to about 20% of people with a TIA may have a stroke within 90 days, so seek immediate medical attention and follow-up to manage risk factors and prevent brain damage.
The National Weather Service now forecasts about 9 inches of snow for Cincinnati with heavier accumulations along I-71. Snow is expected to begin around 1 p.m. Saturday and intensify Sunday, with snowfall rates potentially reaching 0.5 inch per hour. Extremely cold wind chills (as low as 25 below zero) could follow Monday into Tuesday. Warming shelters are opening, and Ohio and Kentucky have declared states of emergency to mobilize resources. Stay home if possible and monitor updates for travel advisories.
A storm is bringing heavy rain to Southern California, causing flooding concerns, evacuation warnings, and challenging first responders, while the Rose Parade proceeds despite the forecast of rain.
A winter storm in New Jersey brought heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain, leading to dangerous road conditions, a state of emergency, and travel bans, especially affecting Bergen County and local businesses.
A strong storm system in California is easing but still poses risks of mudslides, flooding, high surf, and avalanches, prompting evacuations and emergency responses across the state.
A large fire broke out at a commercial building in San Pedro, Los Angeles, causing flames to shoot through the roof; firefighters responded to the scene, and no injuries or evacuations have been reported, with the cause under investigation.
Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in California to aid recovery from six severe weather events in 2025, including windstorms, tsunamis, fires, monsoon storms, and mudslides across multiple counties, enabling access to state resources for affected communities.
More than a dozen people at a sober living and recovery center in Tarzana became sick after exposure to an unknown substance, with six hospitalized and others treated on scene.
A brief lull in weather is ending as heavy storms are expected to hit California's North Coast again, with a Flood Watch in effect through Friday due to saturated soils and high waterways, risking renewed flooding, landslides, and power outages.
Heavy rain and flooding in California have resulted in at least one death in Redding, with flood watches issued for 41 million people across the state as an atmospheric river causes severe weather conditions, including flash floods, road closures, and power outages, with worsening conditions expected through the week.
A large sinkhole in Shropshire, England, measuring about 50 by 50 meters, has swallowed two canal boats, prompting a major rescue operation. No injuries have been reported, and the situation is now stable, with emergency services working to ensure safety and investigate the cause of the breach.