What you should have at home if there is a fire nearby: the basic kit to evacuate in time When the fire advances, there may be only a few minutes to get out. Having documents, water and an evacuation route prepared can make a difference
Flooding persists in central and eastern US as West breaks heat records Torrential rains remain at risk from Tennessee to West Virginia, while intense heat wave breaks all-time records in the West
Heat and fires in the western US: evacuations and alerts in several states Extreme heat, drought and strong winds are fueling fires in Utah and Arizona. There are also alerts for travelers in the Grand Canyon
