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AM rain clearing, drier weather on the way! – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – Belle Oliver – 2024-03-26 08:13:11

SUMMARY: After rain and storms last night and lingering showers this morning, Columbus, Mississippi will begin to dry out today. By late morning and early afternoon, the rain should be gone, with cloud coverage decreasing as a cold front passes. High temperatures will reach 70 degrees today, with mostly clear and cooler conditions overnight. The rest of the week and weekend are looking dry and mostly clear, with Wednesday being the coolest day at 65 degrees. Warmer temperatures are expected for the rest of the week and weekend as the rain clears out.

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LIVE: Firefighters hope for a break from fierce winds in LA

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www.wjtv.com – Marc Sternfield – 2025-01-10 08:58:00

SUMMARY: Massive wildfires in Los Angeles have killed 10 people and destroyed over 10,000 structures, including homes, schools, and historic landmarks. Winds have fueled the blazes, with the largest fire in Pacific Palisades being the most destructive in LA’s history. As firefighters gain some containment, the threat remains with winds expected to intensify again. Over 180,000 people are under evacuation orders, and schools have closed due to smoke. California National Guard troops have been deployed to protect communities. The fires, exacerbated by climate change, are expected to extend the state’s already lengthening wildfire season. The damage is estimated at up to $150 billion.

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LIVE: Thousands of homes burn in Los Angeles wildfires

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www.wjtv.com – Tony Kurzweil – 2025-01-09 07:37:00

SUMMARY: Firefighters in Los Angeles are battling several major wildfires that have claimed five lives and destroyed nearly 2,000 structures, including homes and businesses. Among the hardest hit are the Pacific Palisades and Eaton fires, with the Palisades Fire becoming the most destructive in the city’s history, scorching over 17,000 acres. Strong winds have hampered firefighting efforts, but conditions improved slightly, allowing teams to make progress. Evacuation orders were issued for approximately 130,000 residents, and notable figures, including celebrities, lost their homes. The destruction has targeted densely populated areas, revealing the growing impact of climate change on wildfire seasons.

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LIVE: Authorities provide update as deadly wildfires tear through LA area

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www.wjtv.com – Matthew Knight – 2025-01-08 09:11:00

SUMMARY: Multiple wildfires in Los Angeles have caused devastation, with at least two deaths, over 1,000 destroyed structures, and thousands injured. The fires, fueled by fierce Santa Ana winds, include the Eaton, Palisades, and Hurst fires, which have rapidly spread across neighborhoods. More than 100 homes have burned in the Eaton Fire, and 1,000 structures were lost in Pacific Palisades. Thousands have been evacuated, including celebrities like Mark Hamill and Mandy Moore. Firefighting efforts are hindered by high winds, and emergency responders are stretched thin. The fires are exacerbated by dry conditions, with over 180,000 people losing power.

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