Four people have died in Kentucky after thunderstorms triggered flash floods and water rescues across the state. Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency and urged residents to avoid driving, especially after dark.
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within seconds, flattening buildings, cutting communications and forcing residents to sleep in streets and squares. More than 160 deaths have been reported by the BBC, while officials warned the toll could rise sharply as rescuers reach hard-hit areas.
Two major earthquakes struck northern Venezuela seconds apart, collapsing buildings in Caracas and prompting a state of emergency. Officials reported deaths and hundreds of injuries as rescuers searched rubble and foreign governments offered aid.
A fire at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe killed a 46-year-old Italian tourist, injured at least nine people and forced about 1,690 guests to evacuate. Officials said wind and flammable thatched roofing helped the flames spread quickly, while the cause remains under investigation.
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff Monday at Edwards Air Force Base in California. Officials said emergency crews responded, the airfield was closed and no immediate information was available on casualties or the cause.
Hazmat crews responded to the Pentagon after systems detected an air quality issue, prompting a shelter-in-place order for an affected area. Officials said the measures were precautionary while the issue was assessed.
A gas explosion destroyed a Dallas apartment building Thursday, injuring at least four and causing multiple fatalities. Emergency crews continue recovery efforts amid ongoing investigations.
Five villagers trapped for over a week in a flooded cave in central Laos have been found alive, while two remain missing. Rescuers from Laos and Thailand continue the search amid challenging conditions.