Portland Mayor Mark Dion discussed the aftermath of a three-alarm fire at a boat repair shop, praising first responders for preventing further damage and injuries. The state fire marshal and Portland Fire Department are investigating the cause. Dion emphasized the city’s commitment to rapid reconstruction, promising to streamline permits and inspections. He highlighted the importance of the marine economy and the community’s support, noting local businesses’ resilience and the organizing efforts for reconstruction. Dion also acknowledged challenges with unhoused individuals but expressed optimism about Portland’s future, underscoring the city’s collaborative spirit.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
