Fires threaten Amur tigers in Sikhote-Alin reserve
ITAR TASS reports two forest fires in Russia's Far East endanger the Amur tigers in Sikhote-Alin, the reserve that serves as the tigers' main breeding ground. About 450 tigers remain of the 1,000 at the turn of the century as winds drive fires up the mountains and push tigers from habitat.
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Heavy rains flood Agua Dulce Veracruz residents face evacuation
In Veracruz state, the Aguadulcito river swelled flooding Agua Dulce and threatening moves to evacuate 1500 people. Mayor Raul Delgado Montalvo said residents resist leaving as 10 shelters open and the river 26 feet above normal nears a bridge, with water five feet deep in some areas.
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Italy mulls new government as Prodi signals limits
Rome President Scalfaro opens consultations with Parliament leaders amid no clear front runner for premier. Prodi says he would return only if policy aligns with the old government and the current Parliament is feasible. Olive Tree plans to nominate him after talks. technocrat interim possible.
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