On September 14, 2021, the Borel fire ravaged the historic town of Havilah in California, reducing it to ashes. The fire destroyed numerous buildings and structures, including the courthouse and museum, which held valuable artifacts and records from the Gold Rush era. The devastating impact of the fire on Havilah highlights the fragile nature of preserving California’s rich history in the face of natural disasters.
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Canadian wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate
Approximately 17,000 residents have been evacuated in Manitoba due to nearly 24 active wildfires, with Flin Flon significantly impacted. The province declared a state of emergency, and officials warn that changing wind patterns could threaten the city, while air quality is declining in parts of the U.S. due to smoke. Resources are stretched thin as Saskatchewan's Premier anticipates that evacuee numbers may rise, and support is needed for displaced individuals, many of whom are currently...
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