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Huge wildfire lays waste to campsite, threatens Yosemite
Huge wildfire lays waste to campsite, threatens Yosemite
Updated: Tuesday, August 27 2013 3:06 AM EDT2013-08-27 07:06:57 GMT
The Rim Fire appears to have a ferocious appetite and is scorching and scarring everything in its path.More >>
The Rim Fire appears to have a ferocious appetite and is scorching and scarring everything in its path.More >>
Brush fire scorches 100 acres near Makaha
Brush fire scorches 100 acres near Makaha
Updated: Sunday, August 18 2013 4:09 PM EDT2013-08-18 20:09:38 GMT
Fire crews are working to put out a brush fire that broke out about a quarter mile past Keaau Beach Park before 5 p.m. Saturday. Homes are being threatened and the blaze is still not under control. CopyrightMore >>
Fire officials say a brush fire that broke out Saturday afternoon scorched about 100 acres and threatened homes near Makaha.More >>
T.S. Pewa maintains strength as it leaves the Central Pacific
T.S. Pewa maintains strength as it leaves the Central Pacific
Updated: Saturday, August 17 2013 11:43 PM EDT2013-08-18 03:43:32 GMT
A tropical disturbance far southwest of the main Hawaiian Islands has formed into Tropical Storm Pewa, according to the Central Pacific Hurricane Center. Forecasters said as of 11 a.m. Friday, Pewa wasMore >>
Tropical Storm Pewa maintained its 65 mile per hour winds as it approached the International Date Line far west of Hawaii, the Central Pacific Hurricane Center said.
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Yarnell Hill Fire: Remembering Arizona's Fallen Firefighters
Yarnell Hill Fire: Remembering Arizona's Fallen Firefighters
Nineteen firefighters were killed in a fast-moving wildfire in the central Arizona town of Yarnell on June 30.More >>
Nineteen firefighters were killed in a fast-moving wildfire in the central Arizona town of Yarnell on June 30.More >>
Yarnell Hill Fire: Wildfire firefighters battling flames and emotion
Yarnell Hill Fire: Wildfire firefighters battling flames and emotion
Updated: Monday, July 15 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-07-15 19:33:18 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News
On the first tour of some of the destruction near Yarnell, you get an idea of how firefighters are balancing the emotions of losing 19 of their own while also working to put out the blaze. "We're doingMore >>
On the first tour of some of the destruction near Yarnell, you get an idea of how firefighters are balancing the emotions of losing 19 of their own, while also working to put out the blaze.

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Yarnell Hill Fire is 100 percent contained, officials say
Yarnell Hill Fire is 100 percent contained, officials say
Updated: Thursday, July 11 2013 1:47 PM EDT2013-07-11 17:47:50 GMT
Crews report that the Yarnell Hill Fire that reached 8,400 acres is now 100 percent contained. It started on Friday, June 28 just after 5:30 p.m., around three and a half miles west of the small communityMore >>
Full containment is expected for midnight on Friday, July 12.More >>
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Viewers submit incredible photos of Doce Fire
Viewers submit incredible photos of Doce Fire
Doce wildfire
Viewer-submitted photos of the wildfire near Prescott.More >>
The fire commander is concerned how effective air power will be fighting the wildfire if winds exceed 30 mph on Thursday.More >>
Carpenter wildfire threatens east side of Mt. Charleston
Carpenter wildfire threatens east side of Mt. Charleston
The Carpenter 1 fire on Thursday afternoon spread to the east side of Mount Charleston, forcing evacuations in the Kyle and Lee canyon areas.More >>
The Carpenter 1 fire on Thursday afternoon spread to the east side of Mount Charleston, forcing evacuations in the Kyle and Lee canyon areas.More >>
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Smoke billows from Carpenter Canyon fire
Smoke billows from Carpenter Canyon fire
Crews with the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management are battling a wildfire in the Carpenter Canyon area of Mt. Charleston.More >>
Crews with the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management are battling a wildfire in the Carpenter Canyon area of the Spring Mountains.More >>
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Emotions flow at vigil for Yarnell Fire victims
Emotions flow at vigil for Yarnell Fire victims
Hundreds of friends and family gathered for a candlelight vigil Tuesday evening on the Prescott High School football field to honor the 19 Arizona Hotshot firefighters who were killed Sunday.More >>
Hundreds of friends and family gathered for a candlelight vigil Tuesday evening on the Prescott High School football field to honor the 19 Arizona Hotshot firefighters who were killed Sunday.More >>
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Viewers get close look at Yarnell Hill Fire
Viewers get close look at Yarnell Hill Fire
Wildfire near Yarnell
A growing wildfire southwest of Prescott began sparking evacuations Sunday morning before it killed 19 Granite Mountain Hotshot firefighters. Here are images from those viewers.More >>
A growing wildfire southwest of Prescott began sparking evacuations Sunday morning before it killed 19 Granite Mountain Hotshot firefighters. Here are images from those viewers.More >>
Fire near Nogales grows to 1,650 acres
Fire near Nogales grows to 1,650 acres
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 9:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:24:50 GMT
The Soldier Basin Fire, 5 miles east of the Nogales Airport, has grown to 1,650 acres, the U.S. Forest Service said Sunday. The human-caused blaze was under investigation as firefighters reached 5 percentMore >>
The Forest Service said Sunday morning it was using two helicopters, eight engines and six water tenders, among other resources.More >>

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SLIDESHOW: Winter Storm Views
SLIDESHOW: Winter Storm Views
A growing collection of icy and snowy images from NE Arkansas and SE Missouri from a late fall storm beginning on 12/5/13 that brought a full gambit of winter precipitation - ice, sleet, and heavy snow in some areas.More >>
A growing collection of icy and snowy images from NE Arkansas and SE Missouri from a late fall storm beginning on 12/5/13 that brought a full gambit of winter precipitation - cold rain, ice, sleet, and heavy snow in some areas.
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SLIDESHOW: November 17 storm
SLIDESHOW: November 17 storm
Pics from the powerful storm that moved through the area on Sunday, November 17, 2013.More >>
Pics from the powerful storm that moved through the area on Sunday, November 17, 2013.More >>
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Viewers' storm photos - Nov. 17, 2013
Viewers' storm photos - Nov. 17, 2013
Channel 4 viewers shared their photos of the storm clouds Nov. 17, 2013. Send yours to pix@wsmv.com.More >>
Channel 4 viewers shared their photos of the storm clouds Nov. 17, 2013. Send yours to pix@wsmv.com.More >>
SLIDESHOW: Desert in bloom
Desert in bloom
SLIDESHOW: Snowfall in Tucson
Snowfall in Tucson
A storm dropped snow all over Tucson and southern Arizona today.More >>
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Monsoon 2013: Viewers' photos
Monsoon 2013: Viewers' photos
Monsoon lightning. (Source: Paola Garcia)
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The first monsoon storm of 2013 left its mark on Flagstaff on Tuesday, dropping large hail and flooding many streets. Here are photos from one viewer.More >>
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Best of Arizona's summer storms 2013
Best of Arizona's summer storms 2013
The first dust storm of the 2013 summer season developed in Pima County July 10 and was followed by a second storm July 12. The storms continued through the summer until the September end to the monsoon.More >>
The first dust storm of the 2013 summer season developed in Pima County July 10 and was followed by a second storm July 12.More >>
SLIDESHOW: Giant Louisiana Sinkhole
SLIDESHOW: Giant Louisiana Sinkhole
The Assumption Parish, LA sinkhole continues to grow. The ground opened up on August 3, 2012 and residents were evacuated from their homes. Click here to see the photos from August 2012 until now.More >>
The Assumption Parish, LA sinkhole continues to grow. The ground opened up on August 3, 2012 and residents were evacuated from their homes. The sinkhole, or slurry, is consuming land and trees. Many images are from the Assumption Parish Police Jury. Click here to see the photos from August until now.
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Your pics: Flooding in northwest Las Vegas Valley
Your pics: Flooding in northwest Las Vegas Valley
FOX5 viewers sent in tons of pictures of flooding in the northwest part of the Las Vegas Valley.
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FOX5 viewers sent in tons of pictures of flooding in the northwest part of the Las Vegas Valley.More >>
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25 photos of The Dalles wildfire
25 photos of The Dalles wildfire
The fire, part of the Government Flat Complex, destroyed several homes and buildings near The Dalles
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The fire, part of the Government Flat Complex, destroyed several homes and buildings near The Dalles
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Weird weather may be new normal
Weird weather may be new normal
Updated: Wednesday, December 11 2013 4:26 AM EST2013-12-11 09:26:07 GMT
One possible cause or contributing factor is changing ocean temperature.More >>
One possible cause or contributing factor is changing ocean temperature.More >>
Modest Eastern snowstorm brings closures, delays
Modest Eastern snowstorm brings closures, delays
By The Associated Press Another round of snow is in the forecast for the mid-Atlantic region, just in time for the morning commute.More >>
A modest snowstorm pushed through New England on Tuesday, causing messy travel conditions and widespread school and government closures along the Eastern seaboard despite bringing less accumulation than expected.More >>
Cold dis-comfort: Antarctica set record of -135.8
Cold dis-comfort: Antarctica set record of -135.8
Feeling chilly? Here's cold comfort: You could be in East Antarctica which new data says set a record for soul-crushing cold.More >>
Feeling chilly? Here's cold comfort: You could be in East Antarctica which new data says set a record for "soul-crushing" cold.More >>
Storm snarls travel; power outages persist
Storm snarls travel; power outages persist
A storm that crept across the country bringing snow, ice and miserable road conditions is heading toward New England as more wintry weather was expected to persist in making it hard on air travelers.More >>
Snow and bitter cold snarled traffic and prompted another 1,650 U.S. flight cancellations on Monday, and tens of thousands of people were still without power after January-like weather barged in a month early.More >>
Winter storm frustrates travelers at Atlanta's airport
Winter storm frustrates travelers at Atlanta's airport
Updated: Monday, December 9 2013 7:22 AM EST2013-12-09 12:22:18 GMT
A powerful winter storm that blew across the country over the weekend made a mess of the Northeast, Midwest and South Central states. The storm kept travelers from getting in and out of the region,More >>
A powerful winter storm that blew across the country over the weekend made a mess of the Northeast, Midwest and South Central states.More >>

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Teen uses 'affluenza' defense in deadly drunken driving case
Teen uses 'affluenza' defense in deadly drunken driving case
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 12:40 PM EST2013-12-12 17:40:08 GMT
(WFAA/KTVT/CNN) - A Texas teenager killed four people while driving drunk and his attorney chose an unusual defense to keep him out of prison. Ethan Couch got drunk then jumped behind the wheel of hisMore >>
A Texas teenager killed four people while driving drunk and his attorney chose an unusual defense to keep him out of prison.More >>
"Kissing bug" could be a killer
Kissing bug could potentially kill people, pets
Scientists call it the "kiss of death." The "kiss" comes from a tiny bug that can actually kill humans and pets.
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Have you ever seen one of these around the house? Scientists say these little insects can deliver the "kiss of death" to humans and pets -- and they're becoming more common around the Mid-South.More >>
Interpreter at Mandela event: I was hallucinating
Interpreter at Mandela event: I was hallucinating
The man accused of faking sign interpretation next to world leaders at Nelson Mandela's memorial told a local newspaper that he was hallucinating and hearing voices.More >>
The man accused of faking sign interpretation while standing alongside world leaders like U.S. President Barack Obama at Nelson Mandela's memorial service said Thursday he hallucinated that angels were entering the...More >>
Hattiesburg resident arrested for child exploitation
Hattiesburg resident arrested for child exploitation
Updated: Wednesday, December 11 2013 3:40 PM EST2013-12-11 20:40:52 GMT
This is a news release from the Attorney General's Office Jackson, MS—A Hattiesburg resident has been arrested on charges of child exploitation, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today. William Conley,More >>
A Hattiesburg resident has been arrested on charges of child exploitation, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.More >>
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Shark surprises fishing kayaker in waters off Oahu
Shark surprises fishing kayaker in waters off Oahu
When Isaac Brumaghim took his kayak out to fish in waters off of Leeward Oahu, he never knew he'd have a close encounter with a shark leaping out of the water just feet from his boat.More >>
When Isaac Brumaghim took his kayak out to fish in waters off of Leeward Oahu, he never knew he'd have a close encounter with a shark leaping out of the water just feet from his boat.More >>

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Current Winter Storm Watches, Warnings & Advisories
Current Winter Storm Watches, Warnings & Advisories
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 4:39 PM EST2013-12-12 21:39:34 GMT
Winter Weather Advisories remain in effect for a light winter mix.
Winter Weather Advisories continue for a light winter mix.
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Modest Eastern snowstorm brings closures, delays
Modest Eastern snowstorm brings closures, delays
By The Associated Press Another round of snow is in the forecast for the mid-Atlantic region, just in time for the morning commute.More >>
A modest snowstorm pushed through New England on Tuesday, causing messy travel conditions and widespread school and government closures along the Eastern seaboard despite bringing less accumulation than expected.More >>
Brookport Bridge re-opens, warming centers available
Brookport Bridge re-opens, warming centers available
Updated: Tuesday, December 10 2013 2:11 PM EST2013-12-10 19:11:22 GMT
Many roads are still covered and crews continue to work to dig out from the ice, sleet, and snow that pounded the Heartland Thursday and Friday.
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Many roads are still covered and crews continue to work to dig out from the ice, sleet, and snow that pounded the Heartland Thursday and Friday.
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Cold dis-comfort: Antarctica set record of -135.8
Cold dis-comfort: Antarctica set record of -135.8
Feeling chilly? Here's cold comfort: You could be in East Antarctica which new data says set a record for soul-crushing cold.More >>
Feeling chilly? Here's cold comfort: You could be in East Antarctica which new data says set a record for "soul-crushing" cold.More >>
Storm snarls travel; power outages persist
Storm snarls travel; power outages persist
A storm that crept across the country bringing snow, ice and miserable road conditions is heading toward New England as more wintry weather was expected to persist in making it hard on air travelers.More >>
Snow and bitter cold snarled traffic and prompted another 1,650 U.S. flight cancellations on Monday, and tens of thousands of people were still without power after January-like weather barged in a month early.More >>

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NWS confirms two tornadoes Sunday in Middle TN
NWS confirms two tornadoes Sunday in Middle TN
Updated: Monday, November 18 2013 3:43 PM EST2013-11-18 20:43:20 GMT
Storm damage has been reported in some parts of Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky after a line of strong and severe storms made their way through the area Sunday evening.More >>
Storm damage has been reported in some parts of Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky after a line of strong and severe storms made their way through the area Sunday evening.More >>
NWS confirms tornado touchdown in northern Mich.
NWS confirms tornado touchdown in northern Mich.
Updated: Monday, November 18 2013 2:46 PM EST2013-11-18 19:46:57 GMT
Strong storms swept through Mid-Michigan Sunday as a cold front moved across the state. The primary threat was wind, and thunderstorm wind gusts in excess of 60mph were recorded throughout Mid-Michigan.More >>
The National Weather Service out of Gaylord has confirmed one tornado in Otsego County near Waters, Mich.More >>
Communities in Midwest pick up pieces after deadly storms
Communities in Midwest pick up pieces after deadly storms
Updated: Monday, November 18 2013 8:57 AM EST2013-11-18 13:57:58 GMT
Communities are reeling in the wake of Sunday's deadly storms that brought death and destruction in Illinois.More >>
Communities are reeling in the wake of Sunday's deadly storms that brought death and destruction in Illinois.More >>
NWS confirms three tornadoes touchdown in Ohio
Storm survey shows evidence of Ashland tornado on Wednesday
Updated: Thursday, July 11 2013 5:36 PM EDT2013-07-11 21:36:18 GMT
The National Weather Service released a public information statement regarding the severe weather that took place in Ohio on Wednesday, July 10.More >>
The National Weather Service released a public information statement regarding the severe weather that took place in Ohio on Wednesday, July 10.More >>
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NWS confirms 2 tornadoes in Wednesday's storms
NWS confirms 2 tornadoes in Wednesday's storms
Updated: Thursday, July 11 2013 4:50 PM EDT2013-07-11 20:50:57 GMT
The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes touched down in northwest Ohio during Wednesday's storms.More >>
The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes touched down in northwest Ohio during Wednesday's storms.More >>

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Thousands in UK face another day of flooding
Thousands in UK face another day of flooding
Thousands of people in Britain face a second day of flooding Friday as the country confronts its worst tidal surge in 60 years after a powerful storm with hurricane-force gusts roared across northern Europe.More >>
Hundreds of people in Britain mopped up flooded homes on Friday after a powerful storm that scoured northern Europe with hurricane-force gusts kicked up the biggest tidal surge in 60 years, swamping stretches of shoreline.More >>
Congregation stranded after flood waters surround church
Congregation stranded after flood waters surround church
Updated: Monday, August 19 2013 6:54 AM EDT2013-08-19 10:54:02 GMT
The rains came in fast and heavy Sunday afternoon across South Mississippi catching many people by surprise. That includes the members of one Gulfport church. When they arrived for services around 11:30More >>
The rains came in fast and heavy Sunday afternoon across South Mississippi catching many people by surprise. That includes the members of one Gulfport church.More >>
Thousands lose power, see heavy damage, flooding from storms
Thousands lose power, see heavy damage, flooding from storms
Updated: Thursday, July 11 2013 2:26 PM EDT2013-07-11 18:26:21 GMT
Thousands of people are still without power after a massive storm packing strong winds, heavy rain and hail, ripped through northwest Ohio Wednesday afternoon.More >>
Thousands of people are still without power after a massive storm packing strong winds, heavy rain and hail, ripped through northwest Ohio Wednesday afternoon.More >>
DMR helps train visiting first responders for high water hurricane duty
DMR helps train visiting first responders for high water hurricane duty
Updated: Thursday, July 11 2013 6:54 AM EDT2013-07-11 10:54:07 GMT
Emergency responders from central Mississippi are on the coast for some hurricane response training. They're getting a tour of area waterways from the Department of Marine Resources. The first respondersMore >>
Emergency responders from central Mississippi toured area waterways Wednesday. They're part of a task force that could be deployed to the coast during a hurricane.More >>
Cars stuck in water covered roadways
Cars stuck in water covered roadways
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:18:00 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Roadways around the Mid-South are flooding resulting in cars getting stuck in massive puddles and flooded areas. At least three cars are halfway under water at Goodman Road and Elmore Road.More >>
Roadways around the Mid-South are flooding resulting in cars getting stuck in massive puddles and flooded areas.More >>

LOCALLOCALMore>>
Marion County man dies near scene of car collision with his horse as home burns
Marion County man dies near scene of car collision with his horse as home burns
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 4:02 PM EST2013-12-12 21:02:43 GMT
Marion County authorities responded Thursday to a house fire that then lead to the discovery of the owner's body near a car wreck involving the deceased man's horse. Thursday evening, firefighters withMore >>
Marion County authorities responded Wednesday to a house fire that then lead to the discovery of the owner's body and a car wreck involving the deceased man's horse.More >>
HHS burglaries prompt school officials to replace security cameras
HHS burglaries prompt school officials to replace security cameras
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 3:04 PM EST2013-12-12 20:04:10 GMT
After a rash of burglaries at Hattiesburg High School, school officials started making strides to replace storm damaged cameras 11 months after the February 10, 2013 tornado. Security Systems IntegratorMore >>
After a rash of burglaries at Hattiesburg High School, school officials started making strides to replace storm damaged cameras 11 months after the February 10, 2013 tornado.More >>
State resumes sending inmates to Alcorn County
State resumes sending inmates to Alcorn County
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 2:51 PM EST2013-12-12 19:51:39 GMT
This is a news release from The Mississippi Department of Corrections The Mississippi Department of Corrections will resume sending inmates to the Alcorn County Regional Correctional Facility startingMore >>
The Mississippi Department of Corrections will resume sending inmates to the Alcorn County Regional Correctional Facility starting Dec. 17.More >>
Hattiesburg garbage truck fire extinguished on Highway 98
Hattiesburg garbage truck fire extinguished on Highway 98
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 2:26 PM EST2013-12-12 19:26:08 GMT
Shortly after 9 a. m. in Hattiesburg on Thursday the city's fire department responded to a fire inside a garbage truck on Hwy 98 west. The truck's contents were discovered to be on fire, and the fireMore >>
Shortly after 9 a. m. in Hattiesburg on Thursday the city's fire department responded to a fire inside a garbage truck on Hwy 98 west.More >>
Midday Guests: Wendy and Houston Rhodes with the Seth Harris Childhood Cancer Foundation
Midday Guests: Wendy and Houston Rhodes with the Seth Harris Childhood Cancer Foundation
Updated: Thursday, December 12 2013 12:54 PM EST2013-12-12 17:54:25 GMT
Today's Midday Guests were Wendy and Houston Rhodes with the Seth Harris Childhood Cancer Foundation.More >>
Today's Midday Guests were Wendy and Houston Rhodes with the Seth Harris Childhood Cancer Foundation.More >>

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