Tag: Evacuations
A battery plant fire in California started during a boom for energy storage
AUSTIN, Texas -- A fire at one of the world’s largest battery plants in Northern California contained tens of thousands of lithium batteries...
Franklin Fire less than 10% contained in Malibu, California, crews battling flames for 3rd day
Containment is still in the single digits for the Franklin Fire that's forced thousands of evacuations in Malibu, California. CBS News correspondent Carter...
The hunt for gasoline is adding to Floridians’ anxiety as Milton nears
TAMPA, Fla. -- Florida gas stations struggled to keep up with demand Tuesday as long lines and empty pumps compounded the stress for...
Airlines say they're capping fares in the hurricane's path as Biden warns against price gouging
A few airports in Florida began closing and airlines canceled hundreds of flights on Tuesday ahead of Hurricane Milton's arrival. Government officials from...
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa evacuated twice after suspicious devices found at the casino
TAMPA, Fla. -- The Seminole Hard Rock Tampa was evacuated Sunday night and again on Monday after the discovery of two suspicious devices...
Interstate is closed outside Atlanta as residents evacuate due to a chemical plant fire
CONYERS, Ga. -- Some residents east of Atlanta were evacuated while others were told to shelter in place Sunday to avoid contaminants from...