fromwww.npr.org59 minutes agoUS newsPhotos: A look back at the fall of Saigon and the final days of the Vietnam WarThe fall of Saigon marked the end of the Vietnam War and the South Vietnamese government.
fromwww.nytimes.com1 day agoUS newsThe Americans Fled Vietnam 50 Years Ago. I Visited the Buildings They Left Behind.The Fall of Saigon was marked by chaos and pivotal moments of evacuation, particularly witnessed by Nguyen Van Hiep.
fromwww.npr.org59 minutes agoUS newsPhotos: A look back at the fall of Saigon and the final days of the Vietnam WarThe fall of Saigon marked the end of the Vietnam War and the South Vietnamese government.
fromwww.nytimes.com1 day agoUS newsThe Americans Fled Vietnam 50 Years Ago. I Visited the Buildings They Left Behind.The Fall of Saigon was marked by chaos and pivotal moments of evacuation, particularly witnessed by Nguyen Van Hiep.
fromwww.dw.com1 day agoGermany politicsWill Germany renege on pledges to take in Afghans? DW 04/29/2025Germany's commitment to evacuate Afghans at risk is uncertain, with no planned flights on the horizon despite previous promises.
fromwww.nytimes.com1 week agoSF politicsOpinion | Gov. Josh Shapiro: Finding Moral Clarity After an Arsonist's AttackAn early morning fire at the governor's residence prompted an immediate evacuation, with family and pets accounted for despite initial concerns.
World newsfromwww.nytimes.com1 month agoJapan Fights Its Largest Wildfire in More Than 30 YearsA massive wildfire in Ofunato, Japan, has led to one death, destruction of homes, and evacuation of thousands.
SnowboardingfromDefector2 months agoGidget The Survivor | DefectorKathy Kohner Zuckerman faced incredible loss as her home was destroyed by wildfire, yet found support from family during difficult times.
Los Angelesfromwww.aljazeera.com3 months agoNew US Hughes' wildfire rips through mountains north of Los AngelesFirefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire in Castaic Lake, prompting urgent evacuation orders for local residents.
Los Angelesfromwww.theguardian.com3 months agoFirefighters battle to keep upper hand on new wildfire north of Los AngelesThe Hughes fire near Los Angeles has led to significant evacuations, with over 50,000 people affected.
US newsfromwww.nytimes.com3 months agoNew Brush Fire Breaks Out in L.A., Threatening Area Near U.C.L.A.A significant brush fire near Los Angeles is growing, leading to evacuation warnings and posing a threat to nearby landmarks and communities.
Los Angelesfromwww.aljazeera.com3 months agoProgress made as firefighters battle new blaze near Los AngelesEvacuation orders have been lifted for thousands as firefighters make progress against a massive wildfire north of Los Angeles.
World newsfromwww.nytimes.com1 month agoJapan Fights Its Largest Wildfire in More Than 30 YearsA massive wildfire in Ofunato, Japan, has led to one death, destruction of homes, and evacuation of thousands.
SnowboardingfromDefector2 months agoGidget The Survivor | DefectorKathy Kohner Zuckerman faced incredible loss as her home was destroyed by wildfire, yet found support from family during difficult times.
Los Angelesfromwww.aljazeera.com3 months agoNew US Hughes' wildfire rips through mountains north of Los AngelesFirefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire in Castaic Lake, prompting urgent evacuation orders for local residents.
Los Angelesfromwww.theguardian.com3 months agoFirefighters battle to keep upper hand on new wildfire north of Los AngelesThe Hughes fire near Los Angeles has led to significant evacuations, with over 50,000 people affected.
US newsfromwww.nytimes.com3 months agoNew Brush Fire Breaks Out in L.A., Threatening Area Near U.C.L.A.A significant brush fire near Los Angeles is growing, leading to evacuation warnings and posing a threat to nearby landmarks and communities.
Los Angelesfromwww.aljazeera.com3 months agoProgress made as firefighters battle new blaze near Los AngelesEvacuation orders have been lifted for thousands as firefighters make progress against a massive wildfire north of Los Angeles.
fromMiami Herald2 weeks agoMiami foodGas odor prompts University of Miami to close a science building, officials sayCox Science Building evacuated due to gas or chemical odor, no injuries reported.
Torontofromwww.toronto.com1 month agoUPDATE: Several schools evacuated following bomb threats in TorontoMultiple Toronto schools evacuated due to bomb threats, with police conducting safety checks.
fromBoston.com2 weeks agoBoston foodWoburn courthouse evacuated after gas mask-wearing man allegedly uses pepper spray indoorsA man armed with a gas mask and pepper spray caused an evacuation at Woburn District Court after deploying pepper spray indoors.
Torontofromwww.toronto.com1 month agoUPDATE: Several schools evacuated following bomb threats in TorontoMultiple Toronto schools evacuated due to bomb threats, with police conducting safety checks.
fromBoston.com2 weeks agoBoston foodWoburn courthouse evacuated after gas mask-wearing man allegedly uses pepper spray indoorsA man armed with a gas mask and pepper spray caused an evacuation at Woburn District Court after deploying pepper spray indoors.
fromwww.npr.org3 months agoUS newsFire at one of the world's largest battery plants forces evacuations in CaliforniaA major fire at a California battery storage plant led to the evacuation of hundreds and raised safety concerns about lithium batteries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk1 month agoUK newsHayes resident describes explosion and raging substation fire as hundreds evacuatedA huge explosion caused a fire at an electrical substation in Hayes, resulting in evacuations and power outages.
fromABC7 San Francisco2 weeks agoEast Bay (California)Fire damages Berkeley nonprofit, prompts evacuations at nearby apartmentsA significant early morning fire in Berkeley disrupted a local nonprofit and neighboring apartments, raising concerns about fire alarm effectiveness.
fromSFGATE3 months agoTravelHere's where the Moss Landing fire smoke will be worstThe fire at Moss Landing Power Plant has led to evacuation orders and significant air quality concerns due to smoke dispersion.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk2 months agoMiscellaneousFire in luxury hotel sees 100 evacuated in Marylebone on Valentine's DayA significant fire has broken out at the Chiltern Firehouse hotel, leading to the evacuation of around 100 people.
fromwww.standard.co.uk2 months agoLondonChiltern Firehouse on fire with 100 evacuated from luxury hotel as blaze spreads to roofA fire at the Chiltern Firehouse hotel caused evacuation hours before Valentine's Day, involving about 100 people.
fromwww.npr.org3 months agoUS newsFire at one of the world's largest battery plants forces evacuations in CaliforniaA major fire at a California battery storage plant led to the evacuation of hundreds and raised safety concerns about lithium batteries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk1 month agoUK newsHayes resident describes explosion and raging substation fire as hundreds evacuatedA huge explosion caused a fire at an electrical substation in Hayes, resulting in evacuations and power outages.
fromABC7 San Francisco2 weeks agoEast Bay (California)Fire damages Berkeley nonprofit, prompts evacuations at nearby apartmentsA significant early morning fire in Berkeley disrupted a local nonprofit and neighboring apartments, raising concerns about fire alarm effectiveness.
fromSFGATE3 months agoTravelHere's where the Moss Landing fire smoke will be worstThe fire at Moss Landing Power Plant has led to evacuation orders and significant air quality concerns due to smoke dispersion.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk2 months agoMiscellaneousFire in luxury hotel sees 100 evacuated in Marylebone on Valentine's DayA significant fire has broken out at the Chiltern Firehouse hotel, leading to the evacuation of around 100 people.
fromwww.standard.co.uk2 months agoLondonChiltern Firehouse on fire with 100 evacuated from luxury hotel as blaze spreads to roofA fire at the Chiltern Firehouse hotel caused evacuation hours before Valentine's Day, involving about 100 people.
fromABC7 Los Angeles3 weeks agoAtlanta FalconsAmerican flight evacuated after smoke in cabin; video shows passengers on wingAn American Airlines flight was evacuated due to smoke reports after landing safely.
fromABC7 Los Angeles4 weeks agoUK newsVolcano begins erupting in southwestern Iceland; nearby town, Blue Lagoon spa evacuatedA volcanic eruption in southwestern Iceland has led to evacuations in Grindavik and the nearby Blue Lagoon spa.
fromwww.dw.com4 weeks agoUK newsIceland evacuates Blue Lagoon amid volcano threat DW 04/01/2025Icelandic authorities evacuated Grindavik due to magma flows and earthquake activity suggesting an imminent volcanic eruption.
fromwww.dw.com4 weeks agoUK newsIceland evacuates Blue Lagoon amid volcano eruption DW 04/01/2025Iceland evacuates Grindavik and Blue Lagoon as volcano erupts, marking the eighth eruption in the region since late 2023.
fromABC7 Los Angeles4 weeks agoUK newsVolcano begins erupting in southwestern Iceland; nearby town, Blue Lagoon spa evacuatedA volcanic eruption in southwestern Iceland has led to evacuations in Grindavik and the nearby Blue Lagoon spa.
fromwww.dw.com4 weeks agoUK newsIceland evacuates Blue Lagoon amid volcano threat DW 04/01/2025Icelandic authorities evacuated Grindavik due to magma flows and earthquake activity suggesting an imminent volcanic eruption.
fromwww.dw.com4 weeks agoUK newsIceland evacuates Blue Lagoon amid volcano eruption DW 04/01/2025Iceland evacuates Grindavik and Blue Lagoon as volcano erupts, marking the eighth eruption in the region since late 2023.
fromwww.standard.co.uk1 month agoUK newsGatwick Airport evacuated after fire alarm sparks passenger chaosA fire alarm triggered an evacuation at Gatwick Airport's North Terminal, but no actual fire was found.
NYC parentsfromwww.nytimes.com2 months agoWhat kids took with them when they fled the L.A. wildfiresChildren faced difficult choices during evacuations due to wildfires, learning the importance of personal belongings they cherish.
Online Community DevelopmentfromLos Angeles Times2 months agoEvacuations failed and 85 people died during California's deadliest wildfire. What are lessons for L.A.?The Camp fire underscored the critical need for timely evacuation alerts during wildfires.
US newsfromwww.nytimes.com1 month agoThey Can Still Make Art and Music After Fleeing the L.A. FiresEvacuees prioritized rescuing pets and sentimental items over clothing during the fires.
fromwww.npr.org1 month agoUS newsWildfires ravage South Korea, killing 18 and destroying a 1,300-year-old templeSevere wind-driven wildfires in South Korea led to 18 deaths and mass evacuations, marking one of the country's worst wildfire disasters.
fromLos Angeles Times3 months agoCaliforniaMany residents with disabilities can't flee fires on their own. Could a database help?L.A. County plans to create a database for residents with disabilities to improve evacuations during wildfires.
fromwww.nytimes.com1 month agoUS newsIt Got Everything': Oklahoma Residents Who Escaped Fires Brace for LossesCommunity members evacuated due to wildfires devastating their neighborhood in Oklahoma.
NYC parentsfromwww.nytimes.com2 months agoWhat kids took with them when they fled the L.A. wildfiresChildren faced difficult choices during evacuations due to wildfires, learning the importance of personal belongings they cherish.
Online Community DevelopmentfromLos Angeles Times2 months agoEvacuations failed and 85 people died during California's deadliest wildfire. What are lessons for L.A.?The Camp fire underscored the critical need for timely evacuation alerts during wildfires.
US newsfromwww.nytimes.com1 month agoThey Can Still Make Art and Music After Fleeing the L.A. FiresEvacuees prioritized rescuing pets and sentimental items over clothing during the fires.
fromwww.npr.org1 month agoUS newsWildfires ravage South Korea, killing 18 and destroying a 1,300-year-old templeSevere wind-driven wildfires in South Korea led to 18 deaths and mass evacuations, marking one of the country's worst wildfire disasters.
fromLos Angeles Times3 months agoCaliforniaMany residents with disabilities can't flee fires on their own. Could a database help?L.A. County plans to create a database for residents with disabilities to improve evacuations during wildfires.
fromwww.nytimes.com1 month agoUS newsIt Got Everything': Oklahoma Residents Who Escaped Fires Brace for LossesCommunity members evacuated due to wildfires devastating their neighborhood in Oklahoma.
fromwww.independent.co.uk1 month agoUK newsHomes crumble after roof collapses on sleeping residents in Notting HillA roof collapse in Notting Hill forced twelve residents to evacuate their homes.
fromwww.standard.co.uk1 month agoLondon politicsFamilies evacuated after homes collapse' in middle of the night in Notting HillResidents were evacuated safely after a roof collapse in Notting Hill; no injuries reported.
fromwww.independent.co.uk1 month agoUK newsHomes crumble after roof collapses on sleeping residents in Notting HillA roof collapse in Notting Hill forced twelve residents to evacuate their homes.
fromwww.standard.co.uk1 month agoLondon politicsFamilies evacuated after homes collapse' in middle of the night in Notting HillResidents were evacuated safely after a roof collapse in Notting Hill; no injuries reported.
fromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoMiscellaneousThe next 24 hours will be critical': flooding to second-storey level possible as torrential rain soaks QueenslandNorth Queensland faces severe weather with high rainfall, causing prepare-to-leave warnings and potential dangerous flooding.Authorities issue evacuation warnings as heavy rains continue and flooding risks rise.
fromenglish.elpais.com1 month agoReal MadridHeavy rains in southern Spain trigger flooding and evacuationsHeavy rains in southern Spain have caused flash floods and evacuations in Malaga and Cordoba.
fromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoMiscellaneousThe next 24 hours will be critical': flooding to second-storey level possible as torrential rain soaks QueenslandNorth Queensland faces severe weather with high rainfall, causing prepare-to-leave warnings and potential dangerous flooding.Authorities issue evacuation warnings as heavy rains continue and flooding risks rise.
fromenglish.elpais.com1 month agoReal MadridHeavy rains in southern Spain trigger flooding and evacuationsHeavy rains in southern Spain have caused flash floods and evacuations in Malaga and Cordoba.
Los AngelesfromLos Angeles Times1 month agoPossible armed shooter reported at Loma Linda hospital. Facility under evacuationPossible armed shooter prompted evacuation at Loma Linda University Medical Center.
World newsfromwww.bostonherald.com1 month agoGuatemala's Volcano of Fire erupts and forces evacuationsGuatemala's Volcano of Fire erupts, prompting evacuations with 300 families affected and 30,000 at risk.
World newsfromwww.theguardian.com1 month agoStrong eruption' of volcano in Guatemala forces evacuationsA significant eruption of the Fuego volcano prompted evacuation of nearly 1,000 residents in Guatemala due to serious safety concerns.
World newsfromwww.bostonherald.com1 month agoGuatemala's Volcano of Fire erupts and forces evacuationsGuatemala's Volcano of Fire erupts, prompting evacuations with 300 families affected and 30,000 at risk.
World newsfromwww.theguardian.com1 month agoStrong eruption' of volcano in Guatemala forces evacuationsA significant eruption of the Fuego volcano prompted evacuation of nearly 1,000 residents in Guatemala due to serious safety concerns.
Coronavirusfromwww.aljazeera.com1 month agoRare' Tropical Cyclone Alfred bears down on Australia's east coastTropical Cyclone Alfred is poised to hit Queensland and New South Wales for the first time since 1974, prompting mandatory evacuations.
LawfromAbove the Law1 month agoBomb Threat Received At Biglaw Office - Above the LawHogan Lovells evacuated its Washington office due to a bomb threat, prioritizing employee safety and law enforcement's investigation.
Fundraisingfromwww.aljazeera.com2 months agoGaza war survivors mark another sombre Ramadan far from homeOver 1,400 Palestinians evacuated to Doha for Ramadan, feeling isolated from their families amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
RenovationfromHomebuilding & Renovating2 months ago'I'm staying put' 87-year-old refuses to leave home built by his grandfather despite growing 65ft sinkholeAn 87-year-old man refuses to evacuate his historic home despite a growing sinkhole, demonstrating deep emotional ties to his property.
fromwww.standard.co.uk2 months agoUK newsMajor incident declared after Surrey sinkhole grows forcing evacuations and sucks in gardenA major sinkhole has opened in Godstone, leading to evacuations and road closures, with ongoing safety concerns for residents.
RenovationfromHomebuilding & Renovating2 months ago'I'm staying put' 87-year-old refuses to leave home built by his grandfather despite growing 65ft sinkholeAn 87-year-old man refuses to evacuate his historic home despite a growing sinkhole, demonstrating deep emotional ties to his property.
UK newsfromwww.standard.co.uk2 months agoMajor incident declared after Surrey sinkhole grows forcing evacuations and sucks in gardenA major sinkhole has opened in Godstone, leading to evacuations and road closures, with ongoing safety concerns for residents.
fromTime Out London2 months agoLondonThis celebrity hotspot restaurant in London is closed until further notice after a devastating fireA fire at the Chiltern Firehouse on Valentine's Day forced the evacuation of over 100 people, causing extensive damage.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk2 months agoMiscellaneousInvestigation launched as 100 evacuated after HUGE fire at luxury London hotelA fire at Chiltern Firehouse led to evacuation but resulted in no injuries; extensive firefighting efforts contained the blaze.
fromTime Out London2 months agoLondonThis celebrity hotspot restaurant in London is closed until further notice after a devastating fireA fire at the Chiltern Firehouse on Valentine's Day forced the evacuation of over 100 people, causing extensive damage.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk2 months agoMiscellaneousInvestigation launched as 100 evacuated after HUGE fire at luxury London hotelA fire at Chiltern Firehouse led to evacuation but resulted in no injuries; extensive firefighting efforts contained the blaze.
fromEater2 months agoCookingIn the Wake of LA's Fires, I've Developed a New Approach to Stocking My FridgeThe author reflects on the emotional impact of returning home after evacuation, particularly regarding their empty fridge and freezer.
fromLos Angeles Times2 months agoCaliforniaPasadena shelter closes, Duarte shelter opens for Eaton fire victimsThe remaining fire victims from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium have been relocated to the Duarte gym as recovery efforts proceed.
fromEater2 months agoCookingIn the Wake of LA's Fires, I've Developed a New Approach to Stocking My FridgeThe author reflects on the emotional impact of returning home after evacuation, particularly regarding their empty fridge and freezer.
fromLos Angeles Times2 months agoCaliforniaPasadena shelter closes, Duarte shelter opens for Eaton fire victimsThe remaining fire victims from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium have been relocated to the Duarte gym as recovery efforts proceed.
Left-wing politicsfromTruthout2 months agoGroup Says Some Airbnb Hosts Illegally Spiked Rental Prices Amid LA FiresAirbnb hosts drastically increased rates post-fires, prompting legal action against price gouging in L.A.'s short-term rental market.
Miscellaneousfromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoState of emergency declared on Santorini after earthquakes shake islandSantorini faces a state of emergency amid intense seismic activity, with over 12,000 people evacuating due to a series of earthquakes.
Digital lifefromwww.nytimes.com2 months agoNonstop Quakes Leave a Tourist Island Empty and Its Residents on EdgeSantorini faces unprecedented uncertainty as over 13,000 residents evacuate amidst hundreds of earthquakes in February.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoMiscellaneousSantorini: Thousands flee Greek island amid quake warnings DW 02/04/2025Residents of Santorini are evacuating due to numerous earthquakes, fearing a larger quake may hit.Authorities are taking precautionary measures, including closing schools and sending rescue teams to the region.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoMiscellaneousSantorini: Hundreds flee Greek island amid quake warnings DW 02/04/2025Santorini experiences significant seismic activity prompting evacuation and emergency measures.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoMiscellaneousSantorini earthquakes: Could a major seismic event happen? DW 02/04/2025Santorini experiences hundreds of earthquakes, leading to evacuations amid fears of volcanic eruption or tsunami.
fromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoMiscellaneousEveryone is on tenterhooks': Santorini streets empty after days of tremorsResidents of Santorini are evacuating due to fears of volcanic eruptions following frequent earthquakes.
Miscellaneousfromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoState of emergency declared on Santorini after earthquakes shake islandSantorini faces a state of emergency amid intense seismic activity, with over 12,000 people evacuating due to a series of earthquakes.
Digital lifefromwww.nytimes.com2 months agoNonstop Quakes Leave a Tourist Island Empty and Its Residents on EdgeSantorini faces unprecedented uncertainty as over 13,000 residents evacuate amidst hundreds of earthquakes in February.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoMiscellaneousSantorini: Thousands flee Greek island amid quake warnings DW 02/04/2025Residents of Santorini are evacuating due to numerous earthquakes, fearing a larger quake may hit.Authorities are taking precautionary measures, including closing schools and sending rescue teams to the region.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoMiscellaneousSantorini: Hundreds flee Greek island amid quake warnings DW 02/04/2025Santorini experiences significant seismic activity prompting evacuation and emergency measures.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoMiscellaneousSantorini earthquakes: Could a major seismic event happen? DW 02/04/2025Santorini experiences hundreds of earthquakes, leading to evacuations amid fears of volcanic eruption or tsunami.
fromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoMiscellaneousEveryone is on tenterhooks': Santorini streets empty after days of tremorsResidents of Santorini are evacuating due to fears of volcanic eruptions following frequent earthquakes.
fromSFGATE2 months agoSF real estateMeryl Streep Had To 'Cut a Car-Size Hole' in Fence of $4.5 Million L.A. Home To Flee Wildfires After Fallen Tree Left Her TrappedMeryl Streep narrowly escaped California wildfires after a tree blocked her only exit, using wire cutters to escape through a neighbor's yard.
fromwww.mercurynews.com2 months agoEast Bay (California)Man finds 525-pound animal under his home after Los Angeles fires. The bear goes by BarryA bear took refuge under a man's house during California wildfires, showcasing the unexpected wildlife interactions amid evacuations.
fromSFGATE2 months agoSF real estateMeryl Streep Had To 'Cut a Car-Size Hole' in Fence of $4.5 Million L.A. Home To Flee Wildfires After Fallen Tree Left Her TrappedMeryl Streep narrowly escaped California wildfires after a tree blocked her only exit, using wire cutters to escape through a neighbor's yard.
fromwww.mercurynews.com2 months agoEast Bay (California)Man finds 525-pound animal under his home after Los Angeles fires. The bear goes by BarryA bear took refuge under a man's house during California wildfires, showcasing the unexpected wildlife interactions amid evacuations.
fromwww.dailynews.com3 months agoEast Bay (California)All Pacific Palisades residents allowed to return; rebuilding timeline still uncertainResidents of Pacific Palisades can return home after fire evacuations, but access limitations remain amidst community rebuilding efforts.
fromwww.nytimes.com3 months agoUS newsDespite Quick Spread, Laguna Fire Is Largely Under ControlThe Laguna fire in Ventura County was quickly controlled by firefighters, who effectively mitigated its impact on a nearby university campus.
fromLos Angeles Times3 months agoCaliforniaHughes fire: Evacuations, road closures, sheltersThe Hughes fire has prompted evacuation orders and warnings around Lake Castaic.Roads in the area, such as Dry Gulch Road, are closed due to the fire.
fromLos Angeles Times3 months agoLos AngelesAnother brush fire ignites in Santa Ana River bottom in Riverside CountyJurupa Valley fire crews are actively battling a rapidly spreading brush fire that has escalated under critical fire conditions.
fromLos Angeles Times3 months agoCaliforniaHughes fire: Evacuations, road closures, sheltersThe Hughes fire has prompted evacuation orders and warnings around Lake Castaic.Roads in the area, such as Dry Gulch Road, are closed due to the fire.
fromLos Angeles Times3 months agoLos AngelesAnother brush fire ignites in Santa Ana River bottom in Riverside CountyJurupa Valley fire crews are actively battling a rapidly spreading brush fire that has escalated under critical fire conditions.