Category: Evacuations and Evacuees

Israel Strikes Lebanon After Accusing Hezbollah of Cease-Fire Violation

The New York Times – On the Runway:
At the same time, Israeli and Lebanese negotiators were holding talks in Rome aimed at fostering a long-term diplomatic settlement.
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Arson in Spokane Wildfire

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Aaron Farinacci, 37, was arrested after a witness reported seeing him kneeling near the ignition site, officials said. Winds were forecast to increase Friday and Saturday, bringing a return to extremely critical fire weather.
Spokane Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Buildings as Thousands Evacuate

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Firefighters were hopeful that weather conditions in Washington state could improve their efforts, but worried that fire might spread to a canyon, where it could expand rapidly.
Ships Pull Back Amid Heightened Risk From Iran-U.S. Strikes

The New York Times – Business:
Four days of attacks by both countries forced a sharp decline in the number of vessels navigating through the Strait of Hormuz.
What is GKN Aerospace, the Company Whose California Plant Is at Risk of Exploding?

The New York Times – Business:
A chemical leak occurred at one of the company’s manufacturing plants in California, raising concerns about an explosion.
War in Iran Has Grounded Gulf Airlines Like Emirates

The New York Times – Business:
Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways have become some of the world’s largest and most profitable thanks to their location at the center of busy travel routes.
An Anxious Japan Restarts the World’s Biggest Nuclear Plant

Japan is reviving nuclear power, balancing the need for more clean energy against the lingering trauma of the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi disaster.
Tourists Are Accounted For After Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s Government Says

Twenty-five thousand tourists rode out the storm on the island, and all are safe, according to the tourism minister.
‘Checkpoint Zoo’ Review: Operation Animal Rescue

This documentary retraces the heart-rending evacuation of animals from an outdoor zoo near the front lines of the Russia-Ukraine War.
What to Know About Medical Insurance When Traveling Abroad

For most Americans planning international trips, this is the kind of travel insurance that’s a must.
Passengers Evacuate Smoky American Airlines Plane at Denver Airport

A small fire in the brake system just ahead of the jet’s takeoff prompted the evacuation of 173 passengers and six crew members, the authorities said.
A Grand Canyon Access Point Is Closed as 19,000 Acres Burn Nearby

Access via the North Rim, a lesser-used gateway to the national park, was closed as the White Sage fire continued to burn on Saturday.