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Springfield-area fire departments to get 800 donated smoke alarms

Springfield-area fire departments to get 800 donated smoke alarms

Nine southwest Missouri fire departments will receive 800 smoke alarms through a fire safety campaign based in Springfield.
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Springfield area high school football Week 6 predictions

Springfield area high school football Week 6 predictions

Previewing and predicting the top Southwest Missouri high school football games for Week 6. Lamar takes on Cassville in a giant Big 8 Conference clash.
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Duluth Fire Displaces Resident, Causes $50,000 in Damages

Duluth Fire Displaces Resident, Causes $50,000 in Damages

A basement fire in a single-family residence on the 3900 block of Maxwell Avenue in Duluth, Minnesota, on Tuesday, resulted in the displacement of one person and an estimated $50,000 in damages. The Duluth Fire Department responded to the structure fire at approximately 12:10 p.m. Firefighters from multiple stations were dispatched to the scene and successfully extinguished the blaze by attacking it from the exterior. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident. The cause of the fire is currently unknown and is under investigation by the Duluth Fire Marshal's office. Assisting the Duluth Fire Department were St. Louis County 911 emergency communications, Minnesota Power, and Mayo Clinic Ambulance.
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Lawsuit challenging Willard subdivision rezoning finally progresses

Lawsuit challenging Willard subdivision rezoning finally progresses

After months in limbo, arguments are scheduled in a legal challenge to Greene County Commission's rezoning for a subdivision outside Willard.
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Firefighters Battle Natural Gas-Fed Blaze in SE Portland, Prompting Evacuations

Firefighters Battle Natural Gas-Fed Blaze in SE Portland, Prompting Evacuations

Firefighters in Southeast Portland extinguished a natural gas-fed fire that engulfed a townhouse and a nearby garage early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred near the intersection of SE 141st Avenue and Division Street, with Portland Fire & Rescue crews arriving to find the structures and three vehicles ablaze. According to Portland Fire & Rescue spokesperson Rick Graves, a ruptured gas meter between the garage and the home was fueling the fire. While firefighters knocked down the flames on the house and vehicles, they allowed the gas-fed fire to burn until utility crews could shut off the gas line, a safety measure to prevent gas buildup and potential explosions. A downed powerline at the scene further complicated efforts, and the nearest fire hydrant had low flow, requiring crews to establish a water supply from multiple areas, utilizing a mile of hose. Neighboring townhouses were evacuated as a precaution, with residents describing sparks, smoke, and intense heat. NW Natural and Portland General Ele...
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Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rain to flood-struck US Southwest

Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rain to flood-struck US Southwest

As former Hurricane Polo weakened over northwestern Mexico, the storm’s remnants are battering the U.S. Southwest
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Governor Stitt Deploys Oklahoma Swift Water Rescue Teams to New Mexico for Flood Response

Governor Stitt Deploys Oklahoma Swift Water Rescue Teams to New Mexico for Flood Response

Governor Kevin Stitt announced on Sunday that the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management is deploying two swift water rescue teams to New Mexico. These teams are being sent to assist with flood response efforts following intense flooding in the region. The deployment was initiated after a request from the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, made through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). The teams consist of 12 members from Oklahoma Task Force 1, drawn from both Tulsa and Oklahoma City. They are equipped with boats, trailers, and other specialized rescue equipment necessary for swift water operations. The teams departed on Sunday morning for Santa Fe, New Mexico, and are expected to be deployed for a period of up to six days. Governor Stitt emphasized the training, experience, and equipment of these teams, expressing pride in Oklahoma's responders for answering the call for assistance.
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Former Missouri AG Andrew Bailey steps down from FBI leadership

Former Missouri AG Andrew Bailey steps down from FBI leadership

In a post on X on Sept. 28, Andrew Bailey announced he would be stepping down from his role as co-deputy director of the FBI to return to Missouri.
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Flash Flood Threat Expands Across U.S. Southwest and Plains

Flash Flood Threat Expands Across U.S. Southwest and Plains

A significant flash flood threat is developing across the U.S. Southwest and central High Plains due to tropical moisture from Hurricane Polo’s remnants and a slow-moving storm system (Men’s Journal, 2026). The Weather Prediction Center has issued a Moderate Risk of excessive rainfall for parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. The heaviest rainfall is expected in central New Mexico, southern Colorado, the northwest Texas Panhandle, and southwestern Oklahoma. The National Weather Service warns of potentially life-threatening flash flooding in these areas, with saturated soils and repeated downpours increasing the risk of rapid runoff.
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Flood Mitigation Projects Funded in Central Pennsylvania

Flood Mitigation Projects Funded in Central Pennsylvania

SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) has secured $475,000 in funding through the Local Share Account (LSA) Statewide program to support two critical projects in Montour and Columbia counties, Pennsylvania. The funding will be used to enhance public safety and reduce flood risks in the region. Montour County will receive $225,000 to develop a countywide emergency warning system equipped with rain gauges, stream gauges, cameras, and audible alerts to improve emergency preparedness. Columbia County will receive $250,000 for the benched floodplain phase of the West End Flood Mitigation Project, which aims to reduce flooding along Fishing Creek in Bloomsburg and Hemlock Township. These initiatives are part of broader efforts to protect residents, businesses, and infrastructure from recurring flood events.
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99 Years Ago Today, a Tornado Outbreak Killed at Least 82 People

99 Years Ago Today, a Tornado Outbreak Killed at Least 82 People

On Thursday, September 29, 1927, the Central United States was gripped by a significant tornado outbreak, a series of powerful storms that left a t...
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Senators Schumer and Gillibrand Announce Over $13.2 Million in Federal Funding for Upstate New York Fire Departments

Senators Schumer and Gillibrand Announce Over $13.2 Million in Federal Funding for Upstate New York Fire Departments

U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand have announced over $13.2 million in federal funding for numerous fire departments across Upstate New York. This substantial financial injection, totaling $13,230,088.46, is designated to equip emergency personnel with essential protective gear, provide critical training, and supply necessary resources. The funding is being administered through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) via its Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) programs. Senator Schumer played a pivotal role in the creation of these programs, and both senators have actively advocated for their preservation and continued funding. Fire chiefs from various departments, including Syracuse and North Tonawanda, expressed gratitude, highlighting how the funds will enhance safety and operational capabilities, such as advanced driver training and paramedic certi...