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The surprising way wildfire smoke could impact your weather

QUINCY (WGEM) - Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada is drifting across the Midwest right now. But beyond the haze, scientists say this smoke could actually change the storms that form over your neighborhood. Thick haze from wildfire smoke can act like …

Source: WGEM - Illinois - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 16, 2026

DR DIGEST: Severe storms in Oklahoma; Texas Hill Country flooding

Oklahoma Baptist DR responds to severe storms Baptist Messenger Staff Over the Fourth of July weekend, an unexpected surge of severe storms brought damaging winds and flooding across the state. Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief (DR) received almost 550 work …

Source: Baptist Press - Tennessee - Center-right
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Oklahoma Baptist DR Responds to Severe Storms in J...

Over the Fourth of July weekend, an unexpected surge of severe storms brought damaging winds and flooding across the state. Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief (DR) received almost 550 work requests from the Norman and Bartlesville areas. Work response sites …

Source: Baptist Messenger - Oklahoma - Pending
Published on Jul 15, 2026

Voter ID Measures, Campaign Funds for Parents and the Insurance Wildfire

Most of Oklahoma Watch’s content is available for republication by other news media in print and digital form. Please follow these terms for republication: * Reporters’ bylines and photographers’ credit lines should be accompanied by “Oklahoma Watch.” * …

Source: Oklahoma Watch - Left-wing
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Canada: 'Mind If I Smoke?'

Hello and welcome dear reader to Thursday, July 16, 2026. My calendar program says today is Get to Know Your Customers Day, Guinea Pig Appreciation Day, Atomic Veterans Day, Cherry Day, Corn Fritter Day, Dole Whip Day, Fresh Spinach Day, Personal Chef…

Source: PJ Media - Virginia - Right-wing
Published on Jul 15, 2026

A loophole leaves Oklahoma data center water consumption largely untracked

On the western edge of Oklahoma City, just south of Route 66 and the city limits of Yukon, Pencia Truhan built the retirement she had always dreamed of. Her five-acre property is home to rescue horses, chickens and, most recently, a pig, surrounded by a …

Source: Investigate Midwest - Left-wing
Published on Jul 14, 2026

How Comanche County Homeowners Can Learn Wildfire Preparedness

Wildfires is one of the unpredictable events that can destroy homes and lives in Oklahoma. And to help better prepare citizens for potential wildfires, Comanche County Lawton Emergency Management will host a public wildfire preparedness meeting at 6 p.m. …

Source: 107.3 PopCrush - Oklahoma - Pending
Published on Jul 14, 2026

OKLAHOMA VOICE: Oklahoma’s top forestry, wildfire management post remains vacant over a year later

OKLAHOMA CITY – More than a year after Gov. Kevin Stitt fired the state’s forestry director, the post remains vacant. The agency continues to search for a new director, said Bryce Boyer, a spokesperson for the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and …

Source: Tahlequah Daily Press - Oklahoma - Pending
Published on Jul 16, 2026

CBS Sports releases hot seat rankings, rates job security for Power Four head football coaches

With Power Four conference media days well underway, and the SEC and Big Ten still ahead, all eyes are officially on the upcoming 2026 college football season, which begins in just six weeks. In the meantime, a panel of CBS Sports’ experts pooled their …

Source: On3 - Pending
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Top homeowners insurance mistakes to avoid

OKLAHOMA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER / From the desk of Glen Mulready Choosing the right homeowners insurance is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home. Many Oklahoma homeowners focus only on the lowest premium, without checking …

Source: The Newcastle Pacer - Oklahoma - Pending
Published on Jul 11, 2026

FEMA Approves More than $144 Million to Help Communities in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas

DENTON, Texas – FEMA Region 6 announced more than $144 million to help Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas strengthen community resilience, restore critical infrastructure and invest in mitigation measures to reduce future disaster damage. …

Source: The Gilmer Mirror - Texas - Pending
Published on Jul 16, 2026

FEMA Approves More than $144 Million for Storm Damage

FEMA – the Federal Emergency Management Agency -- has announced more than $144 million to help Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas strengthen community resilience, restore critical infrastructure and invest in mitigation measures to reduce …

Source: Watonga Republican - Oklahoma - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Tulsa Fire Department adds 6 brush trucks for wildfire & grassfire response

TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa Fire Department expanded its fleet with six new quick attack brush trucks designed to reach rural areas and remote locations during wildfires. The specialized vehicles navigate rough terrain and go off-road to reach communities …

Source: KJRH - Oklahoma - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2026

Oklahoma’s top forestry, wildfire management post remains vacant over a year later

OKLAHOMA CITY – More than a year after Gov. Kevin Stitt fired the state’s forestry director, the post remains vacant. The agency continues to search for a new director, said Bryce Boyer, a spokesperson for the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and …

Source: Oklahoma Voice - Left-wing
Published on Jul 9, 2026

Oklahoma Drought Monitor Shows Exceptional Drought at 1.75%

To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. After weeks of battling widespread extreme drought, Oklahoma is finally seeing meaningful relief as recent rainfall continues to improve conditions across much of the state. While pockets of exceptional …

Source: Oklahoma Farm Report - Pending
Published on Jul 8, 2026

Two Lawsuits – Two Insurers – Two Weeks, Oklahoma’s Attorney General Is Coming for the Homeowners Insurance Industry

According to a complaint filed July 7, 2026, in Cleveland County District Court, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond alleges that Allstate Insurance Company created an internal program it reportedly referred to as the “Disaster Payment Minimization …

Source: Live Insurance News - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2026

Allstate sued by Oklahoma for alleged scheme to curb claims

(Bloomberg) --Oklahoma's attorney general sued Allstate Corp., alleging the insurer schemed to minimize payouts to homeowners for wind and hailstorm damage in order to boost its profits. Processing Content The state's top lawyer, Gentner …

Source: Digital Insurance - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2026

Faster, fiercer California wildfires are testing evacuation plans

By Todd Woody, Bloomberg On a warm summer morning, two fire officials navigate an SUV along a narrow road that switchbacks high into the hills above the town of Fairfax, California, where thickets of trees conceal hundreds of homes. When the road dead- …

Source: The Mercury News - California - Center-left
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Today-History-July16

--- Today in History for July 16: On this date: In 622, Prophet Mohammad fled from Mecca, where he was despised and persecuted, to the northern city of Medina, marking the day of beginning of Hegira, the Islamic calendar. --- Today in History for July 16: …

Source: The Albertan - Pending

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 22:38 GMT

American Medical Manufacturers Urge New York to Prioritize U.S.-Made N95 Respirators During Wildfire Smoke Emergency

Trade Group Says State and City Are Distributing Chinese-Made KN95 Masks While NIOSH-Approved, Domestically Manufactured N95 Respirators Remain Available NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As smoke from …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 02:27 GMT

Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Thursday, July 16, through Friday, July 17, for east central, central,...

What this alert means Air moves long distances and carries pollutants. During air quality alerts due to wildfires, the air is mixed with harmful smoke. Wildfire smoke spreads or lingers depending on the size of the fires, the wind, and the weather. The air …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 01:11 GMT

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Is Moving Across RI, Creating Poor Air Quality And Reduced Visibility

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) has issued an Air Quality Alert statewide, in effect until midnight tonight, Thursday, July 16th. Bands of heavy wildfire smoke originating from northern Minnesota and Ontario are moving …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 20:56 GMT

WVDEP Advises Residents to Monitor Air Quality Forecasts as Wildfire Smoke May Impact West Virginia

Page Content CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) is encouraging residents to monitor air quality conditions over the next several days as smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to move into the region. …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 18:51 GMT

As Wildfires Intensify, NFFE-IAM Warns Forest Service Cuts Threaten Public Safety

Wildfires continue to exact a growing toll on communities across the United States. According to NOAA data, wildfire damage has averaged between $15 billion and $25 billion annually over the past two decades. In 2025 alone, wildfire losses reached an …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 17:48 GMT

Update on Air Quality From Canadian Wildfires

VIDEO: The event is available to stream on YouTube here and TV quality video is available here (h.264, mp4). AUDIO: The Governor's remarks are available in audio form here. A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below: Yes, we…

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 15:02 GMT

RE-ISSUED WITH FULL POLLING DATA: Canadians Support a National Waterbomber Fleet to Fight Ever Worsening Wildfires in ...

CALGARY, Alberta, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- De Havilland Canada, manufacturers of the De Havilland Canadair 515 waterbomber, released a study undertaken by Pollara on the perceptions of Canadians towards wildfires and wildfire response. From coast- …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 14:09 GMT

Air Quality Alert: Unhealthy Fine Particles Expected Thursday Due to Wildfire Smoke

Published on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) forecasts that air quality will continue at UNHEALTHY levels for sensitive groups due to elevated fine particles on Thursday, July 16. …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 11:35 GMT

Climate Health Society to Hold Inaugural Global Annual Meeting on October 22, 2026

Accelerating knowledge across disciplines, sectors, and borders to move the field forward faster than any single profession can alone. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Climate Health Society (CHS), a global …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 21:59 GMT

Why climate change won’t cause rat booms in most cities—But new risks remain

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An international team of researchers from the US, Poland, and Italy has worked together to clarify how climate change affects urban rat populations, showing that the …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Education ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 18:54 GMT

The Safety Navigator Launches Camp Safety Tour: 28 Days, 9 States, 30+ Camps

Nonprofit camp safety organization hits the road to support the camp community face to face, in partnership with AccuWeather HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Safety Navigator, the nonprofit building the first free tech …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 18:22 GMT

How Heavy Rain and Flooding Put St. Tammany Parish Septic Systems at Risk

Brooks Plumbing & Septic Services Urges Northshore Homeowners to Inspect Septic Systems Ahead of Peak Storm Season MANDEVILLE, LA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Louisiana moves deeper into hurricane season, Brooks …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 16:27 GMT

XOP Networks Partners with Alfalak to Deploy Mission-Critical Communication System at Petro Rabigh in Saudi Arabia

Petro Rabigh Oil Refinery, Saudi Arabia. has deployed XOP Networks' RFCS and Mass Notification systems to bolster its emergency response capabilities. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XOP Networks, Inc., a …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

As California heads into a hotter, drier season, Governor Newsom launches One Less Spark wildfire prevention campaign

With elevated fire risk testing the state this week, the campaign builds on record investment in wildfire prevention and readiness What you need to know: California is launching the One Less Spark campaign, a statewide public awareness effort aimed at …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

Governor Newsom announces deployment of California firefighters to support wildfire efforts in Oregon

What you need to know: California is deploying 10 CAL FIRE firefighters in critical leadership positions to help Oregon fight the over 2,656-acre East Evans Creek Fire. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California is deploying 10 …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

Power Outage Preparedness

As summer continues to bring high heat and dry conditions to much of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you and your family to be prepared if the power goes out. Preparing for a Power Outage   Here are some …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 04:57 GMT

Lance Luke Launches Digital Expert Witness Platform for Construction Litigators

National building expert provides legal teams with 40 years of construction defect and premises liability analysis via a new streamlined portal. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Construction engineer and three- …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 00:14 GMT

BLZ Fire Skids Ships Ranger 60 Electric Fire Skid to Louisiana Fire Department

The company's most popular UTV fire skid is headed to Lowry Fire Department, delivering electric fire suppression with FightFinity™ onboard charging. ROANOKE , AL, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BLZ Fire Skids, a leading …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:59 GMT

Before the Next Storm: CDR Health Care Opens Miami Warehouse to Show How Hurricane Healthcare Readiness Begins Early

Florida families are being urged to add medications, medical devices, transportation and care plans to their hurricane preparations MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Long before a hurricane threatens Florida, …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:46 GMT

Battle proven NUE selected Finalist in xTech’s Adaptive Strike Competition

From Ukraine's front lines to Fort Irwin: NUE's SunCases hit 100% uptime, advancing to the finals of the U.S. Army's xTech Adaptive Strike. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phoenix, AZ - July 14, 2026 - …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

OTM Cyber and IRI Partner to Strengthen Cybersecurity and Sensitive Data Protection for Mission-Critical Organizations

OTM Cyber and IRI partner to combine managed cybersecurity with data-centric protection, securing sensitive info for public safety and regulated organizations. MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OTM Cyber and Innovative …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 13:27 GMT

Statewide Expedition nearing halfway point

SC7 Expedition enters S.C. Midlands enroute to the coast and Lowcountry COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite searing South Carolina heat and humidity, scores of participants in the sixth-annual South Carolina …

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Published on July 11, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

California Prepositions Firefighting Resources to Sierra County Ahead of Elevated Fire Weather

As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned additional firefighting resources to Sierra County to strengthen local response capabilities ahead of …

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Published on July 10, 2026 - 13:44 GMT

Mat Tech Industrial Services Acquires Hook Set Transportation to Expand Gulf Coast Industrial Service Capabilities

Acquisition Strengthens Transportation, Waste Management, Environmental Services, and Specialty Rental Solutions for Industrial and Petrochemical Customers HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mat Tech Industrial …

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Published on July 9, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Institute of the Americas Releases Sustainability Tech Assessment for LAC Municipalities

Bilingual guide offers practical, scalable technologies for climate resilience, water security, renewable energy, waste, and sustainable urban development. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of the …

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Published on July 9, 2026 - 02:27 GMT

California Deploys Additional Personnel to Support Colorado Response and Recovery Efforts

California is once again answering the call to help communities in need by deploying one Geographic Information System (GIS) specialist from the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and three mass care and shelter operations specialists from …

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Published on July 8, 2026 - 16:51 GMT

Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Corinne Barbee

Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff …

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Published on July 7, 2026 - 16:36 GMT

Flash Inspector Addresses Escalating Fire Risk, Offering Fire Departments Path to Overcoming Manpower Shortages with AI

Resource constraints reduces critical inspection time across the country; Flash Inspector brings of advanced technology and deployment to protect communities. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Flash Inspector ( …

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