Severe Winter Storm Forecast in the United States

Severe winter storms are forecast to hit the United States throughout the weekend, with potential tornadoes, hail, damaging wind gusts, and heavy snowfall in different regions.

Los Angeles County's Rushed Emergency Alert System and Devastating Wildfires

Los Angeles County rushed a new emergency alert system before devastating wildfires, which may have caused high number of deaths in West Altadena. The system had errors and failed to send evacuation orders on time. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.

Recent Fires and Evacuations in L.A. County

Evacuation orders issued for areas around Castaic Lake and Ventura County due to new fires erupting around L.A. County. Road closures and fire damage reported. Rep. Judy Chu calls for investigation into slow evacuations in Altadena. California revamps website for fire recovery. Real estate agent charged with price gouging post wildfires. Interstate 5 reopens after closure due to Hughes fire.

Hughes Fire near Castaic Lake, California

A brush fire, named the Hughes Fire, erupted near Castaic Lake, north of Santa Clarita in southern California. The fire spread rapidly due to strong winds and dry weather, prompting evacuation orders for the area. It remains uncertain if the fire poses a broader threat to the Santa Clarita region.

Wildfire in Hollywood Hills

A new wildfire, the Sunset Fire, has broken out in the Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles prompting mandatory evacuation orders. The fire has burned nearly 20 acres with multiple evacuation orders issued in various neighborhoods.

Conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza

The Biden administration is urging Israel to make changes to its evacuation orders in Gaza, which have led to repeated displacement of civilians. The U.S. is concerned about the impact on the Palestinian population and the decreasing 'humanitarian zone'. Talks are ongoing to reach a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas.

Conflict in Gaza

A family in Gaza faces challenges to save their severely ill baby daughter amidst evacuation orders by Israel’s military.

Israeli Military Operations in Gaza

Israeli military orders Palestinians to evacuate Gaza City as operations expand, Hamas warns against heeding evacuation orders, IDF dismantles terror tunnels, US pushes for Gaza cease-fire deal amidst intensified operations.