Wildfire destroys 220 homes near Lake Tahoe area
A massive forest fire near Meyers California forced about 1000 residents from homes and burned 165 houses and 75 outbuildings. Lt Gov Garamendi declared a state of emergency as more than 700 firefighters fought the blaze with air support limited by dense smoke. The fire, driven by wind and heat, has charred nearly 10 square kilometers since Sunday, with containment below ten percent. No injuries were reported.
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Israel plans prisoner release at Sharm el Sheikh summit
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert pledged to free 250 Palestinian prisoners and ease West Bank restrictions to boost Abbas after Hamas took Gaza. At Sharm el Sheikh with Abbas and Arab leaders, Olmert said steps aim to relaunch negotiations though no immediate talks were promised. The move seeks to aid Abbas and isolate Hamas amid regional tensions and violence surrounding Gaza.
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Damaged Storm Hits International Peace Garden Border
A storm damaged the International Peace Garden on the Manitoba Dakota border, with damage reported at the border facility and surrounding grounds. Officials assess structural impact and safety concerns for visitors and staff.
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Heavy rain and hail devastate International Peace Garden
Chief Executive Officer Doug Hevenor reports seven centimetres of rain in 45 minutes flooded the grounds at the International Peace Garden in Dunseith North Dakota. A wall collapsed in the administration building and more than 200 International Music Camp students sought shelter as campers were evacuated and the sunken garden and gift shop suffered water damage.
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