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health14 hours ago

Berkeley Faces Leptospirosis Risk Near Harrison Street Encampment

Berkeley public health officials warn of leptospirosis after dogs and rats tested positive at the Harrison Street encampment, prompting a recommended 1/3-mile red zone buffer and urging residents to relocate and disinfect belongings. Cleanup and rodent control are planned but hampered by an ongoing injunction related to clearing the encampment, with no confirmed human cases yet. Guidance issued for pet vaccination and protective measures to prevent exposure near Codornices Creek and surrounding areas.

via The Berkeley Scanner|
#berkeley#health#homeless-encampment
local-news4 months ago

Eight Injured in Minneapolis Homeless Encampment Shooting

A violent shooting at a homeless encampment in Minneapolis injured eight people, including four critically, less than 12 hours after another shooting in the city. The incident occurred at a private encampment set up by landlord Hamoudi Sabri, who has been resisting city efforts to dismantle it. Authorities plan to shut down the encampment due to safety concerns amid ongoing violence and community trauma.

via Star Tribune|
#city-response#gun-violence#homeless-encampment
accidentsdisasters1 year ago

"Blaze Engulfs South Minneapolis Homeless Encampment"

A large fire broke out at a homeless encampment in south Minneapolis, with firefighters mostly containing the blaze and two people treated for non-life threatening injuries. Evacuations were carried out, and Metro Transit buses were en route to provide shelter. The fire's origin and start time are unknown, and it caused damage to nearby homes while residents scrambled to escape.

via Star Tribune|
#accidentsdisasters#evacuation#fire
health2 years ago

Minneapolis to Clear Camp Nenookaasi Locations After Stomach Flu Outbreak

Minneapolis plans to clear a second location of the Camp Nenookaasi homeless encampment due to a viral gastroenteritis outbreak, with 20-30 reported cases and one hospitalization. The city's epidemiology team is monitoring the situation, and sanitation supplies have been provided. Camp organizers have been working to address health concerns, but city officials cite public health risks as a reason for closure. The city is considering dedicating land for a healing center, but the timing of the closure remains uncertain.

via KSTP|
#health#homeless-encampment#minneapolis
homelessness2 years ago

Clearing West Loop Homeless Camp: Addressing Crime and Cleaning Viaducts in Chicago

Crews were seen removing tents and cleaning up a homeless encampment in the West Loop area of Chicago after a recent increase in violence, including a deadly shooting. The cleanup involves power-washing and graffiti removal, with city officials providing assistance to those being forced to move. However, concerns remain about the long-term solutions for the homeless population in the area.

via WLS-TV|
#chicago#cleanup#homeless-encampment
social-issues2 years ago

Portland Takes Action: Clearing Last Large Homeless Encampment

The city of Portland, Maine, has announced plans to clear its last remaining homeless encampment at Harbor View Memorial Park on Tuesday. City officials had initially hoped to use outreach efforts to bring people into shelter, but due to difficulties in connecting individuals with available beds, they have decided to proceed with a sweep. The city reports that 43 people from the encampment, and a total of 111 people sleeping outside, have been brought into shelter since November. While there are still over 100 beds available, some homeless individuals have chosen not to go to shelters due to various reasons, including restrictions on drug and alcohol use, couples not being allowed to sleep together, and the distance from downtown services. Encampment sweeps have been controversial, with advocates arguing they traumatize homeless individuals, while others believe they are necessary for safety as temperatures drop.

via Press Herald|
#controversy#homeless-encampment#outreach
crime2 years ago

Minneapolis Encampment Shooting Sparks Urgent Action on Unsheltered Homelessness

A man was killed in a shooting at a homeless encampment in Minneapolis that was scheduled to be cleared this week. The 45-year-old victim was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the hospital. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are unclear, and an investigation is ongoing. The encampment, known as "Camp Nenookaasi," has been plagued by public safety and health issues, including previous shootings and the discovery of a deceased baby. City officials had delayed the eviction to find housing for the residents, but some neighbors are calling for the encampment to be closed due to ongoing problems. A suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting.

via FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul|
#crime#eviction#homeless-encampment
crime2 years ago

"Deadly Shooting at Las Vegas Homeless Encampment Leaves 1 Dead, 4 Injured"

One person was killed and four others were injured in a shooting at a homeless encampment in Las Vegas. The victims, all men, were found with gunshot wounds and taken to the hospital. The suspected gunman fled the scene in a dark sedan, and police are urging witnesses to come forward with any information. This incident follows a series of fatal shootings targeting homeless individuals in Los Angeles.

via NBC News|
#crime#gunman#homeless-encampment
crime2 years ago

"Homeless Serial Killer Sparks Safety Concerns in Las Vegas and Los Angeles"

One person was killed and four others injured in a shooting at a homeless encampment in Las Vegas, while authorities in Los Angeles are searching for a serial killer who has targeted three homeless individuals. The Las Vegas shooting occurred on Friday evening, with the suspect described as a black man in a hoodie who fled the scene in a black sedan. The motive for the shooting is unclear, and police are investigating if it was an isolated incident. In Los Angeles, three homeless people were shot and killed in separate incidents, with a lone suspect believed to be responsible for all three murders. Authorities have released a surveillance image of a potential suspect vehicle and are urging homeless individuals not to sleep alone.

via Fox News|
#crime#homeless-encampment#las-vegas
crime2 years ago

Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims Four Lives at North Carolina Homeless Camp

Four people, two men, and two women, were killed in an apparent murder-suicide at a homeless encampment in Autryville, North Carolina. The suspect, Dwane Paul Miller, shot the three victims multiple times before turning the gun on himself. One of the victims, Carrie Nicole Trampel, had an ongoing domestic violence issue with Miller. The investigation is ongoing, but there is no apparent danger to the public.

via NBC News|
#crime#domestic-violence#homeless-encampment
homelessness2 years ago

"LA's Notorious Homeless Encampment Cleared, Relocating Residents"

One of Los Angeles' most notorious homeless encampments, located under the 405 Freeway in Mar Vista, has been cleared as part of the Inside Safe program. The encampment, which had been a scene of various issues including shootings and drug deals, was cleared with an estimated 50 people being housed in a nearby hotel with wrap-around services and housing navigation support. The operation faced challenges due to the encampment being split between two council districts and Culver City. Officials hope that the clearing of the encampment will be a permanent solution, but emphasize the need for more housing and services in every council district and neighboring cities.

via KABC-TV|
#homeless-encampment#homelessness#housing
local-news2 years ago

"Fire at Homeless Encampment Forces Closure of Boston University Bridge"

A fire broke out at a homeless encampment underneath the BU Bridge in Cambridge, causing thick black smoke and multiple propane tanks to explode. Firefighters were forced to back away, and the search for residents was negative. The Cambridge Fire Department responded with trucks and a fire boat to extinguish the flames, while the bridge was shut down.

via Universal Hub|
#bu-bridge#cambridge#fire
crime2 years ago

Rampant Shootings in Oakland Claim Multiple Lives

Four people were killed in seven shootings in Oakland over the weekend, including a man who was shot at a homeless encampment and later died in the hospital. The incidents bring the total number of homicides in Oakland this year to 87, the same as last year at this time. The shootings occurred in various locations, including a home-invasion robbery where a man was killed while trying to stop the suspect. No arrests have been made, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

via KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco|
#crime#homeless-encampment#homicides