Florida Keys Development Limits Could be Eased, Raising Environmental Concerns Drafted on: Dec 25, 2023 The state is considering easing strict long-standing limits on development in the Florida Keys, a move that could fuel the biggest building boom in the ecologically fragile island chain in nearly a half-century. It could – at least potentially-open the …
The window for Palestinians to evacuate from northern Gaza is rapidly closing as Israel prepares for a military operation. Time is running out for civilians to use approved corridors to move to the south. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson Avichay Adraee stated that Palestinians have until 4 p.m. local time to evacuate through two main …
Decrease article font size Increase article font size Residents of wildfire evacuation zones around West Kelowna, B.C., are being warned not to try to evade police checkpoints and to stay out of restricted areas or face possible fines. The Central Okanagan Regional District states that individuals attempting to access their properties by boat or forest …
Yellowknife, the capital of Canada’s Northwest Territories, faced a large wildfire that led to its evacuation. However, while residents hurriedly left the city, emergency workers remained behind, and they are now being joined by unexpected visitors – bears. According to the BBC, these animals have been attracted to the city’s empty streets by the lingering …
As wildfires approach Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories, local airlines are making adjustments to their schedules and fares. Residents are scrambling to book flights after an evacuation order was issued by the government. The order urges residents in the highest-risk areas to leave immediately and sets a deadline of 12 p.m. MT on …
Smoke continues to billow from wildfires ravaging northern Quebec, causing widespread smog and grounding water bombers. As of Monday morning, there were 114 active fires in the province, with 29 of them considered out of control, according to a spokesperson for the forest fire prevention agency. A controlled burn is seen on the edge of …
MONTREAL — Numerous wildfires blazing across northern Quebec have resulted in a thick, smoky atmosphere that enveloped several parts of the province on Sunday. Environment Canada issued smog warnings for various regions, including Montreal, Quebec, Laval, Longueuil, and Trois-Rivières. The poor air quality prompted the cancellation of outdoor activities and posed a significant risk to …