Ruidoso, N.M. Wildfire Recovery

Victims of the deadly wildfire in Ruidoso, N.M., are still not receiving the necessary aid from FEMA despite a $4 billion allocation from Congress.

Federal Aid Delays for Wildfire Victims in New Mexico

Yolanda Cruz is still waiting for her FEMA claim to be resolved more than two years after the largest wildfire in New Mexico's history, causing a water crisis in Las Vegas, N.M. Many wildfire victims are facing delays in receiving promised federal aid.

Severe Storms and Tornadoes Across the U.S.

Severe storms hit Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, causing destruction and fatalities, with more severe weather expected in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed five storm-related deaths in the state, with a community in southwestern Kentucky taking a direct hit from a tornado. Hundreds of thousands were left without power, and holiday travel was disrupted across the U.S.

Deadly Weather in US

A series of deadly storms hit central and southern U.S., killing at least 21 people, causing widespread destruction, power outages, and leaving many homeless. The storms also set records for heat waves. President Joe Biden expressed condolences and FEMA is conducting damage assessments.