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Rain in Southern California creates mudflows but helps firefighters

Rain in Southern California creates mudflows but helps firefighters

LOS ANGELES (AP) — More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
Trump's celebration of American greatness puts a spotlight on a little-known panel of experts

Trump's celebration of American greatness puts a spotlight on a little-known panel of experts

Within hours of taking office, President Donald Trump outlined in one of his many executive orders a mission to celebrate American greatness and to recognize those who have made contributions throughout history.
Southern California rain helps firefighters but creates risk of flooding and toxic ash runoff

Southern California rain helps firefighters but creates risk of flooding and toxic ash runoff

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rain fell on parts of Southern California on Sunday and the scattered showers were expected to continue overnight, boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
B.C.-based climate activist deported to Pakistan after protest charges

B.C.-based climate activist deported to Pakistan after protest charges

British Columbia-based environmental activist Zain Haq was aboard a plane in Toronto on Sunday afternoon, awaiting a nearly 14-hour flight to Pakistan, where he said he was looking forward to seeing his family and eating the food.
In policy reversal, Trump eliminates help for Black and Latino communities hit harder by pollution

In policy reversal, Trump eliminates help for Black and Latino communities hit harder by pollution

For four years, the Environmental Protection Agency made environmental justice one of its biggest priorities , working to improve health conditions in heavily-polluted communities often made up largely of Black, Latino and low-income Americans.
Thousands in Ireland still without power after Storm Éowyn, as more wild weather wallops UK, France

Thousands in Ireland still without power after Storm Éowyn, as more wild weather wallops UK, France

LONDON (AP) — Ireland called in help from England and France as repair crews worked to restore power to hundreds of thousands of people after the most disruptive storm for years . Even as the cleanup continued, more wet and windy weather hit the U.K.
In policy reversal, Trump eliminates help for Black and Latino communities hit harder by pollution

In policy reversal, Trump eliminates help for Black and Latino communities hit harder by pollution

For four years, the Environmental Protection Agency made environmental justice one of its biggest priorities , working to improve health conditions in heavily-polluted communities often made up largely of Black, Latino and low-income Americans.
Thousands in Ireland still without power as officials say Storm Éowyn cleanup will take time

Thousands in Ireland still without power as officials say Storm Éowyn cleanup will take time

LONDON (AP) — Ireland called in help from England and France on Sunday as repair crews worked to restore power to hundreds of thousands of people after the most disruptive storm for years .
Rain in Southern California will aid firefighters but create a risk of toxic ash runoff

Rain in Southern California will aid firefighters but create a risk of toxic ash runoff

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rain began falling in parched Southern California on Saturday in a boon for firefighters who were mopping up multiple wildfires.
Rain on the way to Southern California will aid firefighters but create a risk of toxic ash runoff

Rain on the way to Southern California will aid firefighters but create a risk of toxic ash runoff

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rain on the way to parched Southern California on Saturday will aid firefighters mopping up multiple wildfires. But heavy downpours on charred hillsides could bring the threat of new troubles like toxic ash runoff .
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