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Earth may see its all-time hottest temperature this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

As the southwestern United States endures an oppressive heat wave that has produced triple-digit temperatures in many areas this week, experts say records could soon fall.Among them: Earth’s all-time hottest temperature.The National Weather Service is forecasting a high temperature of 130 to 132 degrees in California’s Death Valley on Sunday.If that occurs, it would "either tie or break [the] record for the hottest temperature reliably measured on Earth," says Daniel Swain, a climate scientist at the University of California, Los Angeles.Visitors snap photographs at Badwater Basin on July 11, 2021 in Death Valley National Park, California. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)Swain uses the word “reliable” since Earth’s current record of 134 degrees, recorded at Furnace Creek in Death Valley in 1913, has been disputed for decades. Many researchers believe the measurement may have been the result of a sandstorm that caused superheated surface materials to hit the thermometer.Death Va...

2 arrested after trying to break into evacuated homes affected by Rolling Hills Estates landslide, officials say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

Two people were arrested Thursday morning after allegedly trying to break into evacuated homes affected by a landslide in Rolling Hills Estates, officials said.Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department were providing security to houses in the area when they were made aware of two people tying to burglarize the evacuated homes.Deputies established a perimeter as the suspects tried to run into the landslide area, officials said.The Torrance Police Department used a drone to help find the suspects and deputies took them into custody, officials said. More homes evacuated after massive landslide in Rolling Hills Estates “We are grateful for the assistance our partners provided, as well as pleased we were able to apprehend these suspects. We are also appalled that there are people who see another person’s misfortune as an opportunity for them to benefit,” sheriff’s officials said in a series of tweets.As of Wednesday, around 17 homes were being monitored amid the shiftin...

'Historically strong' El Niño possible: What it means for California's winter

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

There's a "greater than 90% chance" the El Niño, which developed unusually early this year, will last through winter in early 2024, National Weather Service forecasters said Thursday.El Niño is expected to continue strengthening until it reaches its peak sometime in winter. That's when the climate pattern can have the biggest effects on weather around the country. El Niño has different impacts depending on where you live. The southern third to half of the United States, including California, is likely to be wetter this winter. (Exactly where that dividing line falls varies from year to year.) El Niño officially arrives early: What it means for 2023 weather Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest and parts of the Ohio Valley tend to be dry and warm.Hawaii also often sees below-average rain during an El Niño fall, winter, and spring season.How noticeable the impacts will be this year largely depends on how strong this "young El Niño" grows. On Thursday, the Climate Prediction Center said ...

Abigail Tellez-Vargas, Riese Lenders, Manuel Vargas-Regalado, Lindsey Gleiche, Alma Razick, and Ibrahem Razick Killed in Plane Crash near Auld Road [Murrieta, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

Plane Accident near Briggs Road Left Six People DeadMURRIETA, CA (July 13, 2023) – Saturday morning, Abigail Tellez-Vargas, Riese Lenders, Manuel Vargas-Regalado, Lindsey Gleiche, Alma Razick, and Ibrahem Razick died in a plane crash.The crash happened on July 8th, just before 4:20 a.m., near the intersection of Auld Road and Briggs Road, near the French Valley Airport.According to the authorities, a Cessna C550 business Jet was boarded by 33-year-old Tellez-Vargas, of Murrieta; 25-year-old Lenders, of Rancho Palos Verdes; 32-year-old Vargas-Regalado, of Temecula; 31-year-old Gleiche, of Huntington Beach; 51-year-old Alma Razick, of Temecula; and 46-year-old Ibrahem Razick, also of Temecula.The pilot of the plane flying in from Las Vegas crashed into a field in Murrieta. The impact of the collision caused the plane to burst into flames.Following the collision, emergency crews arrived at the site of the crash and attempted rescue efforts. However, all those onboard died as a re...

Cyra Rose Thoeming Killed in Car Accident on Western Drive [Cottonwood, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

13-Month Old Toddler Pronounced Dead after Auto Collision near Residence in CottonwoodCOTTONWOOD, AZ (July 13, 2023) – Thursday morning, Cyra Rose Thoeming was killed in a single-car accident on Western Drive.The incident occurred in a gravel area next to a home on Western Avenue. Per reports, a mother set her child down in a car seat next to the vehicle as she attempted to maneuver out of a tight spot.As the vehicle moved, the canopy of the car seat caught onto the front tire, causing the seat to fall backward. There, the vehicle ran over toddler, causing life-threatening injuries.The mother then immediately contacted authorities. Paramedics arrived and transported 13-month-old Thoeming to Verde Valley Medical Center where she later passed away.At this time, an active investigation to determine more information is still currently underway. Once available, further details will be provided about the fatal car accident on Western Drive.The loved ones of Thoeming set up a GoFundM...

Two Killed in Solo-Car Accident on State Route 3 [Trinity County, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

2 Killed after Single-Vehicle Crash near HayforkTRINITY COUNTY, CA (July 13, 2023) – Late Friday afternoon, two occupants were killed in a solo-car accident on State Route 3.The fatal incident occurred around 5:35 p.m. on SR-3, just two miles north of State Route 36, south of Hayfork.According to CHP, A 2006 Ford Five Hundred went off the road while traveling northbound on SR-3 at an unknown rate of speed.Subsequently, the Ford crashed into a tree, leaving the driver and the passenger with fatal injuries.Responding emergency personnel declared two occupants, believed to be residents of Hayfork, dead at the scene. At this time, their identity remains undisclosed to the public, pending notification from the next of kin.Furthermore, a large portion of the area was temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Police said both occupants were wearing their seatbelts. It was unclear whether or not alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash.The Trinity River Area...

3 Students Hurt in Hit-and-Run Accident on North Cawston Avenue [Hemet, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

Three Hospitalized after Hit-and-Run Collision near Highway 74HEMET, CA (July 13, 2023) – Friday afternoon, three students sustained injuries in a hit-and-run accident on North Cawston Avenue.Dispatchers received calls in the area around 12:30 p.m., near Highway 74 on June 9th.Per reports, the driver of a white Toyota Camry struck a Hemet Unified School District bus while approaching the highway. Upon impact, the driver of the Toyota fled the scene without contacting authorities.Following preliminary duties, officers say the suspect was fleeing from another collision in a parking lot on Florida Avenue at the time.Medical personnel arrived and transported three students from inside the bus to a regional trauma center for further treatment. Although, police have not yet released their identities.The school bus also received moderate damage upon impact, according to the fire captain.At this time, the Hemet Police and California Highway Patrol continue to search for the hit-and-ru...

One Killed, One Hospitalized after Rollover Accident on Highway 101 [Healdsburg, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

Rollover Accident on Old Redwood Highway Left One Woman Killed, One HurtHEALDSBURG, CA (July 13, 2023) – Friday evening, one woman died following a rollover accident on Highway 101.The incident happened on July 7th, just before 7:30, in the southbound lanes of the highway, just south of Old Redwood Highway.According to the CHP, a Toyota Camry driven by a woman with a female passenger was involved in the accident.Investigation showed that the driver of the Camry lost control of the vehicle causing it to travel off towards the center median.Furthermore, the driver attempted to drive back to the lane where she crossed over to the opposite lane.Consequently, the Camry overturned and the two occupants were ejected due to not wearing a seatbelt.Unfortunately, the driver died at the scene responding authorities and the passenger suffered serious injuries.Moreover, other motorists tried to assist until the authorities arrived. The authorities transported the passenger to Providence Sa...

Ryan Stewart Ragonesi Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Nellis Boulevard [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

Hit-and-Run Crash near Washington Avenue Leaves Pedestrian DeadLAS VEGAS, NV (July 13, 2023) – Early Monday morning, a hit-and-run pedestrian crash claimed the life of Ryan Stewart Ragonesi.It happened on July 10th, just before 2:15 a.m., near the intersection of Nellis Boulevard and Washington Avenue.According to reports, Ragonesi was walking in the area when a white 2019 Ford F-150 struck him. The Ford driver, 55-year-old Victor Morales, pulled over and waited for authorities to arrive.While Ragonesi was down in the intersection, a second vehicle, described as a 2007-2014 white Cadillac Escalade struck him. The second vehicle fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim. Police are still on the lookout for the suspect.Shortly after the collision, emergency crews at the site of the collision attempted life-saving measures on Ragonesi. However, 37-year-old Ryan Stewart Ragonesi was pronounced dead, due to the extent of his injuries.Police urge any witnesses to the collis...

Two Hurt in Car Accident on Sunland Boulevard [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:53:45 GMT

2 Injured in Auto Collision near Tuxford PlaceLOS ANGELES, CA (July 11, 2023) – Early Monday morning, two victims sustained injuries in a car accident on Sunland Boulevard.Authorities responded to the scene around 5:30 a.m., near Tuxford Place on June 5th.For reasons under investigation, the driver of a Chrysler PT Cruiser lost control and slammed into the LAFD fire station 77. Upon impact, the driver and another occupant suffered minor injuries.First responders located the Chrysler overturned upon arrival. However, both occupants refused medical treatment.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided. Police have not yet released their identities.Simply by driving defensively and following the conditions of the road, you can prevent a reckless driving accident. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. Follow the speed limit and do not be ...