A third ammonia leak in a week forced the evacuation of over 1,000 people from the Rocky Ridge YMCA in Calgary on Friday. While the leak triggered the facility’s safety systems, causing minor discomfort but no injuries, it highlighted the ongoing issue and the YMCA’s commitment to safety.
The Israeli military has issued an order for the evacuation of Gaza City, according to reports from the Associated Press. The order comes amid escalating tensions in the region.
Heavy rains in the Midwest have caused widespread flooding, resulting in at least two deaths, evacuations, and significant damage. Further storms are expected, adding to the challenges faced by communities already dealing with floodwaters and extreme heat.
The Sikkim administration has evacuated over 1,200 tourists stranded in North Sikkim following landslides triggered by heavy rains. The evacuation began on June 17th, with the Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps playing a crucial role. The situation worsened after a newly constructed suspension bridge collapsed, cutting off access to North Sikkim and Dzongu. The government has also ordered the closure of all government schools in Mangan district due to safety concerns.
Over 1,200 tourists are stranded in Sikkim’s Mangan district due to disrupted road and communication networks caused by landslides. If weather permits on Sunday, evacuation efforts will commence. The state has experienced two natural calamities in recent days, including a landslide in Namchi district that claimed three lives and one in Mangan district that killed six.
The Republican National Committee (RNC) headquarters in Washington, D.C. was evacuated on Wednesday morning after a suspicious package was reported. Police responded to the scene and cleared the package, which contained two vials of blood. The source of the package and its contents remain under investigation.
On Tuesday, May 21, an Australian military C130 Hercules aircraft carrying tourists stranded in New Caledonia during a week of rioting and looting finally arrived in Brisbane. The flight, the first successful evacuation since the unrest erupted, brought approximately 50-60 passengers to safety, including children and pregnant women. The unrest, which began on May 13, has left six dead and hundreds injured, prompting the French government to send forces to quell the protests fueled by opposition to French rule.
The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 has downgraded an evacuation order to an alert for an area affected by a wildfire near Teepee Creek. The fire is now being held, and crews are monitoring the area. Residents in the affected area can now return home but must be prepared to leave if conditions change. The evacuation alert remains in place for Township Road 741 to a quarter section north of Township Road 734 and Range Road 32 to the Smoky River.
An evacuation order for Grande Prairie County has been downgraded to an alert as the wildfire moves away from the community. However, residents must prepare for a possible evacuation at any time. Meanwhile, evacuation alerts are still in place for Fort McMurray and surrounding areas in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB). Fire crews and resources continue to work on the fire, which is expected to increase in activity as temperatures rise. Winds are expected to push the fire away from Highway 63 and towards the Athabasca River.
A major structure fire in Bathurst, New Brunswick, is still burning but under control after forcing residents of St. Anne Street to evacuate on Saturday night. The City of Bathurst announced that the temporary shelter at the City Hall Pavillion Gym closed at 3 a.m. as it was safe for residents to return home, but the gym has since reopened to provide shelter for those concerned about air quality. The fire broke out at an Eddy Group location, a building materials store, and an air quality advisory has been issued for the western area of St. Anne Street.
