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A storm comes this weekend: Be careful with landslides!

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For the first time this winter, Los Angeles will have their first rains during the weekend between Saturday, January 25 and Monday, January 27. While it is forecast that rainfall will not be abundant, they will mean a respite in front of the devastating fires, but at the same time they bring the risk of landslides and landslides precisely in the areas swept through the fire. Meteorologists of the National Meteorology Service (NWS) anticipate that a little more than an inch of rain will fall, although the exact figure is unpredictable due to an unstable mass floating on southern California. According to the meteorologist of the Ktla television station, Kaj Goldberg, the mountains of San Gabriel and parts of Orange and Riverside counties could begin to receive rains from Saturday night. He pointed out that the possibilities of rain will be intermittent throughout the weekend, particularly Saturday night and Sunday morning. The probability of rainfall will persist until Sunday night, but the total sum does not yield a significant balance of rainwater for the region. The predictions of the National Meteorological Service are 0.8 inches for Los Angeles; 0.52 in Santa Clarita, 0.22 in Lancaster, 0.89 in Covina, 0.88 in Long Beach, 0.73 in Redondo and 0.4 in Oxnard. In high areas above 6,000 feet, between 2 and 4 inches of snow are expected. There is also a probability of 5 to 10% of isolated thunderstorms with more aggressive rains to these areas, which would result in a potential risk of generating a flow of debris, if they fall on a recently burned area like those of the mountains of Santa Monica and San Gabriel, ”said the NWS. “Residents who live near the scars of recent fires must make preparations to protect their homes, businesses and properties due to flood potential. Be prepared to evacuate if local authorities tell him to leave, ”they said in a statement. Los Angeles County published on its page on Instagram that residents of the areas impacted by forest fires can collect sandbags to protect their property from potential flood. The places where they can pick up the bags between 9 am and 5 pm are: Altadena Golf Course in 1456 e Mendoza Street, in Altadena, Ca 91101; Victory Park in the 2575 of Paloma Street in Pasadena, 91107; In the Robinson Park, 1801 N. Fair Oaks Ave. in Pasadena, 91103; And in the Flores Creek Park in the 3895 of Rambla Pacific Street in Malibu, 90265. In the middle of the week, given the probability of rains, Mayor Karen Bass issued an emergency executive order to reinforce the burned areas and mitigate the serious environmental and health impacts of the hazardous contaminants related to fire in the rainwater system, the beaches and ocean. The Emergency Executive Order orders the city’s public works teams, cleaning and eliminating vegetation, shoring the slopes, reinforcing roads and cleaning the rubble of the neighborhoods and the sinister areas before the rainy climate that could arrive on Saturday. “With predicted rains, it is imperative that we take energetic measures to avoid additional damage in burned areas and protect our waters and oceans from dangerous runoff,” said Mayor Bass. “I am ordering the city teams to quickly install reinforced concrete barriers, place sandbags and clean the rubble to underpin the burning areas and stop the flow of toxins. These communities have already suffered unimaginable losses; We are taking measures to avoid more damage. ” The orders of Mayor Bass include: Installation of reinforced barriers. Removal of fire remains with heavy equipment. Stormwater collection and driving to the sewerage system. The Emergency Executive Order will be implemented in coordination with Los Angeles County and state departments. While the region prepares for the first rains of winter, firefighters continue to fight against Palisades, Eaton and Hughes fires in Los Angeles County. The Palisades fire had been contained in 77% with a balance of 23,448 acres consumed by fire and 6,809 destroyed structures. The Eaton fire in Altadena was almost controlled at 95% with a balance of 14,021 acres razed by the flames, and 9,418 destroyed properties. The Hughes fire that exploded this week, braking in 56%, had ended 10,396 acres. The total deceased people of Eaton and Palisades fires are 28. (tagstotranslate) rains

At least 10 people die after snow storm in the southern United States

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The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with Animal Services officers, conducted an operation in Clements, Californiawhich resulted in the arrest of a woman after 27 dead horses were discovered on several properties. During the search, authorities found other horses alive, but in deplorable conditions and with restricted access to food and water, the sheriff’s office said, according to ABCNews. In this sense, the woman identified as Jan Johnson, a resident of Clements, was put behind bars and faces multiple charges, including animal cruelty, threats to a public official, criminal threats and possession of a short-barreled firearm. He is currently in custody at the San Joaquin County Jail. Some horses were rescued Meanwhile, rescue teams, along with veterinarians present at the scene, began a process of evaluating and classifying the surviving horses. After a detailed analysis, 16 horses were rescued and are now under the care of Oakdale Equine Rescue, where they will receive the medical and nutritional care necessary for their recovery. However, authorities reported that four horses and a bull had to be sacrificed due to being in a serious state of health. “We are committed to protecting the well-being of all animals in our community and will continue to investigate this matter.”declared the police officers. “Thank you to our officers and Animal Services team for their dedication and quick action in addressing this situation. “We would also like to thank Oakdale Equine Rescue for their incredible support in helping us with this rescue.” Meanwhile, the investigation continues, and additional assessments are being conducted on the property to determine the status of other animals that may be at risk. Keep reading: – Six men were arrested in Rhode Island for organizing underground cockfights– Heartwarming rescue of abandoned dog during Hurricane Milton in Florida sparks outrage– Suffolk County prosecutor to investigate abuse allegations against Honey Bear at Long Island shelter

In Japan, a perfect storm is sinking one of its greatest gastronomic symbols: izakayas

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If you like the animeJapanese cinema or you have simply had the enormous fortune to visit Tokyo or any other city in Japan, it is quite likely that you have seen one or another izakaya. The name may not ring a bell. Your image for sure yes. Typical bars where you can drink beer or sake with office colleagues while devouring chicken skewers, plates of sashimi or bowls of edamameThere are few places more iconic in Japanese gastronomy. The problem is that tradition is not necessarily synonymous with success. The izakaya They may be emblematic, but they are going through hard momentswith its highest level of bankruptcies in the last decade (at least) and a large part of the stores that still exist, recognizing economic difficulties. Good story, bad data. If each city has its own urban landscape, made up of unmistakable symbols, in Japanese cities one of those iconic pieces are the izakaya. There are many. And with a long tradition. There are even different types: robotayaki, yakitor-ya, oden-ya…depending on their characteristics and specialization. Neither its long history nor its roots have freed hundreds of izakayas to close its doors for the last two years. In 2023 they declared 204 bankruptcies and, in the absence of definitive data for the exercise, between January and November 2024, 203 were registered, which indicates that in all likelihood it has been their toughest exercise since at least 2010. More closures than with COVID-19. The data collected by Teikoku Databank are certainly devastating. That between January and November of last year 203 izakayas If they declared bankruptcy, meaning that they accumulated debts exceeding ten million yen, about $64,000, it is a bad sign for several reasons. To begin with, it is the highest figure during that period since at least 2010, when 115 were counted bankruptcies from January to November. Furthermore, the balance as of November 30, 2024 was practically identical to that of the entire 2023 financial year, which means that in all likelihood the year closed with a higher balance. There would be a third reason why the statistics of Teikoku are worrying: the bankruptcies of 2023 and 2024 far exceed those recorded in 2020, probably the year most affected by the COVID pandemic. During that year, 189 succumbed to economic asphyxiation. izakayas. Does it affect everyone equally? No. Family businesses, which can be equated to microenterprises or small or medium-sized businesses, suffer the most. The diary The Manichi remember that of the 203 izayakas bankrupt between January and November of last year, around half (100) were establishments with a capital of less than one million yen, $6,400. Another 86 had a capital between one and ten million yen, which did not exceed $64,000. What does this data mean? That not all izayakas They seem to be suffering equally. The Mainichione of the most relevant newspapers in Japan, even talks about a “clear gap” between small establishments and those in the hands of chains. One of them, Watami Co.has even shown signs that it is doing better than other years: reservations for the December holidays, closely related to income, were between 10 and 20% higher in 2024 than in 2023. “Survival of the fittest”. reading What they get from Teikoku Databank is clear: “Medium, small and micro businesses have limited options when it comes to adopting countermeasures and the current situation is accelerating the survival of the fittest within the industry.” izayakasomething that was difficult to see during the pandemic.” However, there would be two worrying indicators for the sector. Its economic weight seems to have shrunk in a short time. At the end of last year it was estimated that the izakayas reached an estimated size of 10.6 billion dollarssignificantly above the 5,680 to which it was reduced in 2021, during the pandemic, but still far from the levels at which it was moving before COVID-19 entered the scene. During fiscal year 2017, it is estimated that this value was around $12.1 billion. The scenario is not flattering either. A considerable percentage of those responsible for izakayas (about 40%) have recognized that during fiscal year 2023 they went through economic difficulties, which leaves out the possibility that there are more businesses that are headed to ruin. And what is the reason? Reasons rather. that the izakayas seem to be going through a “lean season” can be explained for several reasons. Some of a general nature, related to the economic context, and others more linked to its culture and business model. Among the first, the demographic drift from Japan, inflationthe increase in the cost of imports due to yen weaknessthe impact of the Ukrainian war on the supply and cost of energy or labor costs. The izakayas They are not the only places in Japan that have suffered the consequences of that explosive cocktail. Restaurants specializing in ramen are not exactly going through their best times either, with more than 70 businesses in bankruptcy in 2024, 30% more than the previous year. In their case, there is also an equally important handicap: the reluctance of many hoteliers to charge more than a thousand yen for their bowls of noodle soup, a psychological barrier from which, they believe, they could lose their clientele. “A vestige of bygone eras”. At izakayas They are also affected by another factor, more intrinsic and linked to their business model. For years in its premises it was not unusual to find office colleagues drinking together when leaving work or on the way home, but that habit was cut during the pandemic and does not seem to have recovered. Or at least with the same vitality as before. Not to mention that Gen Z seems less interested for alcohol. “He izakaya It is a vestige of earlier times, when the postwar generation of baby boomers dominated”, explains to Guardian Robbie Swiennerton, food critic for Japan Times. “Nowadays there are fewer young people and they don’t drink as much, nor do they want to drink in the same … Read more

one storm goes and another comes

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The storm Garoé already he leaves and that can be clearly seen in today’s time. Of the instability that has predominated these days in the west of the peninsula and the Canary Islands, only a few storms remain in Western Andalusia and La Palma. Both areas are still under yellow alert, but this will be lifted at 11. That doesn’t mean it won’t rain more during the rest of the day. They are expected cloudy skies and precipitation in large areas of the peninsula. Also in the Canary Islands. However, they will be much lighter showers than those we have seen these days ago. A special event also took place yesterday: the first snowfall in the Canary Islands in 2025. Today’s weather can bring more snow in La Palma and Tenerife on peaks above 2,000 meters. Therefore, the situation is more stable, but the Sun will not predominate. Not yet. More information about today’s weather Precipitation will remain in the same places as these days ago, but with less intensity, especially as the day progresses. Yes, there will be some temperature variations in today’s weather. According to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET)it is expected that the maxims They descend in the Cantabrian, Ebro, eastern Catalonia and most of the southeastern third of the peninsula, while they possibly ascend in the mountains and south of the Pyrenees. In the rest of the country, few changes in the maximums are expected. With respect to the minimal, They will decrease practically across the board, except in Mediterranean areas of the peninsula and the Canary Islands, where for the moment they will remain with few changes. And what about the wind? These days ago, the wind has also been the protagonist. However, even a possible tornado was predicted. However, today only some are foreseen strong intervals on the coasts of Galicia, the Cantabrian peaks and the west of the Canary Islands. In the latter, light winds from the eastern provinces may increase to moderate at the end of the day. Éowyn will arrive transformed into explosive cyclogenesis. Credit: Oliver Mann (Unsplash) Another storm is approaching, although it will not affect today’s weather Garoé leaves, but Éowyn is on the way. And no, we are not talking about The Lord of the Rings. This is a new storm that, as expected, will experience a explosive cyclogenesis in the Atlantic, just before entering Spain through the Galicia area. This will occur on Friday, although its most intense effects are expected on Saturday. That day, the rains will mainly affect Galicia, Asturias and the northwest of Castilla y León. Éowyn will also leave strong gusts of wind in Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria and Navarra. In addition, a maritime storm is expected in Galicia. In the rest of the peninsula, widespread rains are expected, although in the Mediterranean area they would already be very weak, since the storm will reach this area almost without force. In short, after the Garoé storm, it seems that calm is coming, but we do not know for how long. Let’s remember that we still have a lot of winter left. We’d better not put away our umbrellas or coats.

Winter storm spreads across southern US with ice and snow

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NEW ORLEANS— A massive storm of snow, sleet and freezing rain hit the southern United States on Wednesday, setting new records for snowfall and exposing the region to unaccustomed winter joys and dangers. From Texas and extending south to Florida and the North Carolina coast, snow and sleet caused ice accumulation in cities New Orleans, Atlanta and Jacksonville, Florida. In Alabama, the weight of the snow caused the dome of the Mobile Civic Center to collapse, which is scheduled for demolition to make way for a new arena for sporting events. At least eight deaths were attributed to the storm as temperatures settled below freezing with even colder wind chills. The arctic air also turned much of the north-central and eastern parts of the country into a freezer, causing hundreds of flights to be cancelled. Government offices remained closed, as did classrooms for more than a million students who are more accustomed to hurricane evacuations than snow days. New Englanders know what to do on days like these: Terry Fraser of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, didn’t have his windshield snow removal tool with him when he went out to visit his granddaughter in Brunswick, Georgia, so he used the card from a discount store to remove snow and ice from his rental van in a frozen hotel parking lot. “This is what we do up north when you don’t have a scraper,” Fraser said. “Hey, it works.” In Tallahassee, Florida, the Holmes family set their alarms for the early hours of Wednesday and headed out in search of a snow-covered slope before it melted. Layla, 9, and Rawley, 12, used what they had: their surfboards. “You have to be creative in Florida!” said mom, Alicia Holmes. Anchorage wants its snow backThe record 10 inches (25 centimeters) of snowfall in New Orleans more than doubled the snowfall Anchorage, Alaska, has received since early December, the National Weather Service said. “We would like our snow back,” the weather service office in Anchorage joked in a post on the social network X. “Or at least some King Cake in return.” Anchorage was also warmer Wednesday morning than New Orleans, Atlanta, Jacksonville or Charlotte, North Carolina, according to the weather service. Dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills are forecast to persist in the southern region of the country on Thursday morning, with widespread frost in some places through the weekend, the weather service said. The thermometer is expected to return above freezing on Thursday in places such as New Orleans, and by Friday in Tallahassee and the coast of the Carolinas. Interstate highway closures Snow and ice also forced road closures, including a several-mile stretch of Interstate 10. Causeways and bridges crossing the Louisiana marshes were particularly prone to frost. “Louisiana, if you can, just hang in there,” Gov. Jeff Landry said, warning that Tuesday’s “magical” snow day would turn dangerous Wednesday as conditions worsened. In Charleston, South Carolina, it took crews nearly 16 hours to reopen traffic along the massive 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) Ravenel Bridge, which carries about 100,000 vehicles a day. Icy conditions plagued drivers in Georgia, where authorities responded to more than 1,000 calls for help. Who needs a beach when there’s snow?Some people took advantage of the Ravenel Bridge’s steep overpasses and turned them into makeshift sledding tracks. On the Outer Banks, children slid down snow-covered sand dunes near where the Wright Brothers made their first flight, while adults attempted to navigate waist-deep drifts of snow at Kitty’s Pier. Hawk. One ferry system suspended service between the barrier islands. “Maybe every 10 years we get a good snowfall like this,” said Ryan Thibodeau, 38, co-owner of Carolina Designs Realty, a vacation rental company. The storm that triggered the first blizzard warnings for some locations along the Texas and Louisiana coast also blanketed the beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama, and Pensacola Beach, Florida. Snow covering the South Carolina sand from Hilton Head to Myrtle Beach created more opportunities to convert surf gear into sleds. “It didn’t have the speed of a sled,” Alex Spiotta said as his family rode a boogie board on the Isle of Palms, South Carolina. “But in the south, you have to use whatever you have.” Other things that were used as sleds were: a laundry basket in Montgomery, Alabama; a pool tube in Houston; and kayaks, cardboard boxes and alligator inflatables on the Mississippi River levees in Louisiana. A vehicle was dragging a skier down a street in Pensacola, Florida. In Metairie, Louisiana, several nuns were having fun throwing snowballs at a priest. Flight cancellations and fatalitiesNearly 2,000 flights were canceled in the United States and another 2,300 were postponed as of midday Wednesday, according to the website FlightAware.com. The unprecedented demand for electricity to stay warm was met by the Tennessee Valley Authority, which provides power to more than 10 million customers in seven states, and PJM Interconnection, which operates the 13-state grid. But more than 100,000 families were without power in the Mid-Atlantic region Wednesday morning, according to the website PowerOutage.us. The Texas Department of Safety and Security reported that five people were killed early Tuesday when a tractor-trailer crashed into other vehicles on an icy highway southwest of San Antonio. Two people died from the cold in Austin, Texas, where emergency crews responded to more than a dozen reports of “cold exposure.” In Georgia, authorities said one person died of hypothermia. And yet the planet is warmingIn Southern California, where fires have killed at least 28 people and consumed thousands of homes, Santa Ana winds and arid conditions worsened by climate change continued to raise concerns. Although the United States, which covers approximately 2% of the planet’s land surface, experiences unusually low temperatures, the planet as a whole sets heat records. So far in 2025, the first 20 hottest days of a year on record have been experienced, according to the European climate service Copernicus, leaving last year’s mark behind, according to the data, which goes back to 1940. So far this year, U.S. … Read more

Two deaths reported in Houston caused by the historic winter storm

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Houston authorities reported that Two deaths have been recorded that may have been caused by low temperatures caused by the historic winter storm hitting the southeastern United States. Ed Gonzalez, Harris County Sheriff, reported through his count of that on the morning of January 20 A man was found dead behind an apartment complex from 12355, Antoine Drive, northwest of the county. According to the sheriff, there were no signs that it was an intentional death, so we believe that the frost could have contributed to this death. Later, González reported that andThey found another deceased person in the parking lot of a restaurant at 307 South Fry Rd. It is another man, possibly a homeless person. It is believed that he could have died due to the low temperatures. A historic snowstorm has been sweeping across the Gulf Coast, moving from the east through the south, since early this week. More than 2,000 flights were canceled Tuesday across the United States and Autoports remained closed in Houston due to the storm, that produced debilitating travel conditions and power outages across the region, officials warned Near Beaumont, Texas, more than 5 inches of snow was recorded Tuesday, the most that city has seen in more than 100 years. One hypothermia-related death was reported in Georgia, according to James Stallings, director of the Georgia Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. Keep reading:• Winter storm causes historic snowfall in Florida Panhandle• More than 2,000 flights canceled due to historic snowstorm that hits the southern US• Winter storms hit Northeast, delaying holiday weekend travel

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