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CP NewsAlert: Evacuation ordered in La Ronge, Sask., and nearby areas due to wildfire

LA RONGE — The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency says the northern town of La Ronge has ordered an evacuation due to a wildfire that has breached the airport. LA RONGE — The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency says the northern town of La Ronge has ordered …

Wildfire forces thousands out of La Ronge, Sask., and nearby areas

LA RONGE — The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency says the northern town of La Ronge has ordered an evacuation due to a wildfire that has breached the airport. It says the fire is fast moving and that people in the town, as well as anyone within 20 …

Forest Fire in Canada Forces Over 26,000 Residents to Evacuate

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - More than 26,000 residents in the western and central regions of Canada, including the communities of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, are forced to evacuate due to the widespread forest fires, according to local authorities and …

Poor air quality warning issued over wildfires raging around Fort Nelson

Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Fort Nelson, Muncho Lake Park and Stone Mountain Park to warn about wildfire smoke. The wildfire 10 kilometres northeast of Summit Lake as seen from above. (BCWS) FORT NELSON, B.C. — Smoke …

Wildfire smoke extends Minnesota air-quality alert through Wednesday morning

A statewide air-quality alert caused by wildfire smoke has been stretched to Wednesday by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). According to the MPCA, air quality index levels are anticipated to stay hazardous in northwest Minnesota, very …

Canadian wildfires force evacuations

Oregon Firefighters Helping With Blazes Nationwide, Canada

Oregon Department of Forestry firefighters were sent out of state Friday, to help other regions battling wildfires.  ODF's Jessica Neujahr said the state has various two-way agreements.   "Both of these types of agreements are great because they …

Wildfire live updates: Evacuation notice issued near Hawk Hills | Kelly Lake fire shrinks, Grande Prairie still under ...

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News An ongoing look at everything you need to know about wildfires in Alberta and Western Canada. A wildfire blazes near the hamlet of Weyakwin during the Ditch02 fire on Saturday, May 31, 2025 outside Weyakwin. Kayle …

Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke through Wednesday for all of Minnesota  

Published 2:01 pm Monday, June 2, 2025 The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an air quality alert for all of Minnesota. The alert runs until noon on Wednesday. The affected area includes all of Minnesota and the Tribal Nations of Upper …

As Canada wildfires blaze, these US states may see smoke 

Fallout from the over 100 wildfires currently blazing across Canada is again being felt by U.S. states. There were 181 active fires in Canada as of Monday, with 90 being classified as "out of control" and 62 as "under control," …

Wildfire near La Ronge 'breached' airport, several more communities told to evacuate

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Saskatchewan An update from the SPSA at 6 p.m. Monday said all communities within a 20-kilometre radius of La Ronge are required to evacuate. A wildfire blazes near the hamlet of Weyakwin on May 31, 2025. Photo by KAYLE NEIS …

Smoggy times: Canadian wildfires contribute to Minnesota haze

Welcome to the Glean, MinnPost’s twice-daily roundup of Minnesota news. Never miss The Glean MinnPost’s twice-daily roundup of Minnesota news delivered straight to your inbox. Much of Minnesota will be under an air quality alert, MPR News reports. The …

Thousands evacuated in 3 provinces as Canadian wildfires threaten air quality into some U.S. states

Fires in Canada send smoke drifting across US. Forecast, Ohio impact

Wildfire smoke from Canada is impacting air quality across the Midwest, including Ohio. As of June 2, air quality in Ohio is currently ranging from moderate to good, but residents are advised to monitor conditions and take precautions if necessary. Smoke …

Alaska Highway in northern B.C. reopens as province responds to wildfires

A wildfire has shut down the Alaska Highway in Northern B.C.  The Alaska Highway, also known as Highway 97, is closed partway between Watson Lake, Yukon, and Fort Nelson, B.C., as noted in a Facebook post by the Yukon Highways and Public Works department …

Hotel spaces freed up in Winnipeg for wildfire evacuees, Alberta dealing with shifting winds

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said Monday hotels in Winnipeg are opening up to thousands of evacuees who have fled their homes due to raging wildfires. More than 17,000 people have been displaced in the province since last week, including all 5,000 residents …

Idaho firefighters deploy to Canada to battle wildfires

"We're proud to be part of this team effort to protect lives, land, and communities," the Idaho Department of Lands stated. IDAHO, USA — Idaho fire crews are heading north of the border to assist Canadian authorities with wildfire suppression …

Water resource mapping to support wildfire response in the East Kootenay

Living Lakes Canada is expanding its water resource mapping project to include Grasmere and Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi'it in the East Kootenay The increasing intensity and severity of wildfires in British Columbia is a growing concern and many rural communities …

Wildfires prompt air quality statements across northwestern Ontario as evacuations continue

A number of special air quality statements are in effect across northwestern Ontario, as wildfire activity remains rampant throughout the region. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued the statements early Monday morning for well over a dozen …

Mangrove Property Insurance Successfully Completes Inaugural Catastrophe Reinsurance Program

Prepared to Withstand Significant Storms During 2025 Hurricane Season TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mangrove Property Insurance Company (Mangrove) announced today that it has successfully completed its …

YU2SHINE Introduces Free mE® EFT Level 2 for Healing Trauma through Alternative Methods

Advancing Emotional Resilience Through Free mE® EFT Level 2 BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE proudly introduces Free mE® EFT Level 2. Building on the foundational techniques of Level 1, Free mE® EFT Level 2 delves …

FEMA Inspecting Homes Affected by March Storms

AUSTIN – After Texas residents apply for FEMA assistance, a home inspection may be necessary to verify damage from the March 26-28 severe storms and flooding. Homeowners and renters in Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr and Willacy counties can apply for FEMA …

FEMA Inspecting Homes Affected by March Storms

AUSTIN – After Texas residents apply for FEMA assistance, a home inspection may be necessary to verify damage from the March 26-28 severe storms and flooding. Homeowners and renters in Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr and Willacy counties can apply for FEMA …

SBA Loans are a Meaningful Option for Arkansas Storm Survivors

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration are available to Arkansas residents, businesses of all sizes and nonprofit organizations that are recovering from back-to-back severe storms, tornadoes and flooding …

Small Fix, Big Impact: ZD Stucco Repair Restores a Century-Old Home

ZD Stucco Repair recently completed a stucco restoration project on a 1920 Tudor-style home in the quiet neighborhood of Summit, New Jersey. SUMMIT, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The project addressed hidden structural issues and …

Rhombus Power Launches 'Haven AI' To Save Lives from Wildfire's Fury

PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the escalating battle against devastating wildfires, a Silicon Valley enterprise has developed a new product providing AI-powered predictive decision support in real time, …

Survivor Assistance Available at Several Locations

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The state of Arkansas, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration have added four new sites that offer face-to-face help for residents affected by the March 14-15 and April 2-22 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. Hours are also …

Help Where It’s Needed Most: FEMA, SBA, and the State of Oklahoma Team Up in Wildfire-Damaged Counties

OKLAHOMA CITY –In coordination with the State of Oklahoma, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be offering face-to-face help at community sites for residents in Oklahoma counties affected by the March 14-21 wildfires and straight- …

What to Expect When You Apply for FEMA Assistance

OKLAHOMA CITY – If you live in Cleveland, Creek, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma, Pawnee, and Payne counties and were affected by the wildfires and straight-line winds that occurred March 14-21, 2025, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance. How To Apply for FEMA …

North Carolina Continues to Receive Historically High Emergency Assistance Under President Trump

President Trump turbocharged the emergency aid process to provide a 100% federal cost share in North Carolina for Public Assistance from the declaration date of September 29, 2024, to March 24, 2025. WASHINGTON -- In light of false reporting and charges …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Garrard County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Garrard County to offer in-person support to Kentucky uninsured and underinsured survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

Survivor Assistance Available at Three New Locations

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The state of Arkansas, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration have added three sites that offer face-to-face help for residents affected by the March 14-15 and April 2-22 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. Homeowners and …

Stronger than the Storm Co-Hosts Hurricane Preparedness Event for Families with Medically Complex Children

Free Event for Families Set for Saturday, May 31 at University of Miami MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stronger than the Storm, in partnership with the Global Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of …

Cybercrime To Cost The World $12.2 Trillion Annually By 2031

SAUSALITO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cybercrime is predicted to cost the world $10.5 trillion USD in 2025, according to the '2025 Official Cybercrime Report' from Cybersecurity Ventures. If it were measured as …

Data Foundation Hosts Virtual Event on Climate Performance Data Accessibility

Event examines pathways to trusted, investor-grade climate information WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WHAT: Virtual webinar "Increasing Accessibility to Trusted Climate Performance Data" WHEN: …

Trusted Midwest Roofing Company Opens New Location in Springfield

Shamrock Roofing and Construction is excited to announce that we are opening a location in Springfield, MO SPRINGFIELD, MO, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shamrock Roofing and Construction, a trusted name in quality roofing …

Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Emerges as Command Center in Tornado Aftermath

Ground-Zero Response Mobilized Within Hours to Support Displaced Families Across the Region SAINT LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 16, 2025, a devastating tornado struck St. Louis with a force not seen since …

FEMA, SBA and the State of Texas Are Opening Additional Disaster Recovery Centers in South Texas

AUSTIN – In coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff will open three additional Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) on May 30 to offer face-to-face help to residents of the …

Medical, Dental and Funeral Assistance for Survivors of May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you sustained injury, illness or death of a loved one due to the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17 in Kentucky, you may be eligible for medical, dental and/or funeral assistance from FEMA. Medical/dental …