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Anchorage is preparing four shelters to house over 1,000 storm evacuees from Western Alaska, with potential for up to 2,000 people displaced by severe storms, as the city and partners work to provide temporary housing amid ongoing recovery efforts and community support events.
Anchorage is preparing to host up to 2,000 evacuees displaced by a severe storm in Western Alaska, with shelters and housing options being arranged as the community supports those affected by the disaster.
UAE had already begun returning some Afghan evacuees to Afghanistan before Trump's public pledge to help them, with plans to send remaining individuals back by July 20, highlighting a disconnect between U.S. promises and UAE actions amid ongoing concerns about Afghan refugees' safety.
Eight evacuees from Ukraine's occupied territories share their experiences of life under Russian occupation. They describe food shortages, informants, and a lack of access to healthcare and services. Many have chosen to leave their homes and belongings behind to return to Ukraine, while others have sought refuge in Russia and then traveled to Europe. The occupied areas face economic and governance challenges, worsened by limited travel and trade due to Western sanctions. The evacuees express a lack of hope for the future in the occupied territories and describe a life of solitude and fear under Russian control.
Survivors of a Hamas massacre in Kibbutz Be'eri, Israel, have been relocated to an upscale resort near the Dead Sea, where they follow a morbid routine of attending multiple funerals a day and updating death lists. The community, which lost over 100 members, is living as refugees in their own country, with their homes destroyed and belongings lost. As tensions escalate between Israel and Hamas, doubts arise about the future of once-thriving communities in the south. The survivors face trauma and mental health challenges, with therapists providing "mental first aid" to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder.
Evacuees from the deadly Maui wildfire are facing a transient lifestyle as they struggle to find stable housing amid a housing shortage and rising prices. Many are moving from hotel room to hotel room, making way for returning tourists who are crucial to the local economy. The government, through FEMA, has provided short-term lodging for displaced residents, but finding long-term rentals is challenging. Efforts are being made to match evacuees with landlords, but high rental prices are a barrier. FEMA is increasing rental assistance to help bridge the gap, but the long-term solution lies in building more affordable housing on the island.
Survivors of Hamas's attack on Israel express astonishment, shattered sense of security, and anger at the government. Evacuees from Gaza border towns, including Netiv Ha'asara and Kibbutz Zikim, share their experiences of the brutal terrorist rampage that left hundreds dead. Despite the trauma, some survivors express a determination to return home and rebuild. They criticize the government for its failure to respond effectively and demand accountability.
Churches in San Marcos and Wimberley, Texas, have opened their doors to provide shelter for evacuees who were forced to leave their homes due to the Oak Grove Fire. Promised Land Church in San Marcos and First Baptist Church of Wimberley are offering assistance and coordinating resources with the Red Cross to support the community. The churches will continue to provide help for as long as needed, and have received generous donations of food and drinks. Evacuees can contact the Red Cross or the church office for assistance.