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world3 days ago

Rescue Efforts Continue After Deadly Philippines Landfill Collapse

Rescuers in Cebu City, Philippines, are searching for survivors after a garbage avalanche at a landfill killed at least four workers and left over 30 missing, with signs of life detected in the debris. The collapse, which occurred suddenly despite good weather, has raised concerns about waste management safety and the impact on local garbage disposal efforts. Authorities are deploying advanced equipment and prioritizing responder safety as they continue the rescue operation.

local-news7 days ago

Avalanche Victim Identified Amid New Details

A snowmobile avalanche in the Johnson Canyon area near Castle Peak, Truckee, CA, resulted in the death of Chris Scott Thomason, 42, from Bend, OR. Despite safety precautions and swift rescue efforts involving nearly 50 people and a fire medic, Thomason did not survive. The incident highlights the dangers of backcountry snowmobiling and the importance of avalanche awareness.

local-news8 days ago

South Jersey Police Rescue Teen from Dangerous Frozen Pond

A 13-year-old boy fell through thin ice on a pond in Woolwich Township, New Jersey, and was rescued by police officers who risked going into the freezing water to save him. The officers broke through the ice to reach and pull him to safety, after which he was taken to the hospital and is expected to recover. The incident highlights the dangers of thin ice during cold weather.