Disasters

How federal disaster money favors the rich
The federal government spends billions of dollars each year helping communities rebuild after disasters and to prevent future damage. But that money isn't always allocated to those who need it most.
In 'absolute miracle,' girls found safe after 2 days in California woods
The sisters, ages 5 and 8, chose to stay put and drink water from leaves, officials said. Their disappearance in a rugged region launched a 250-person-strong search operation.
Sheriff's deputies say their snowmobile hit a power pole in Blakeley Township Sunday about 4:30 p.m. Authorities say the male driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The female passenger was taken to a hospital where she was pronounced dead.
23 dead, dozens missing in tornado-blasted Alabama community
A tornado roared into southeast Alabama and killed at least 23 people and injured several others Sunday, part of a severe storm system that caused catastrophic damage and unleashed other tornadoes around the Southeast.
At least 14 dead from tornadoes, severe storms in South
An apparent tornado roared into southeast Alabama and killed at least 14 people and injured several others Sunday, part of a severe storm system that destroyed homes, snapped trees and unleashed other tornadoes around the Southeast.
Pedestrian deaths reach highest level in decades, report says
A safety group estimates 6,227 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2018 -- a 4 percent increase over 2017 and the highest mortality rate since 1990.
At least 20 people killed in fire at Cairo's main train station
A train locomotive crashed into a barrier at the main train station in Egypt's capital Cairo. Then, authorities say its fuel tank exploded, sending flames through the crowded travel hub.