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U.S. donates firefighting equipment to El Salvador to strengthen fire response
To enhance El Salvador’s ability to respond to fires during the dry season, U.S. authorities have donated specialized aerial equipment for firefighting.
The donation includes four “Bambi Buckets,” with a total value of $198,253.20. This contribution is part of the U.S. Humanitarian Assistance Program (HAP), led by the U.S. Department of Defense. The “Bambi Buckets” are large, collapsible devices designed to carry up to 360 gallons of water and are to be used by UH-1H and Bell 412 helicopters for firefighting efforts. These devices enable helicopter pilots to refill from water sources such as lakes, rivers, and ponds, reducing the need to return to a fixed base. This capability significantly improves operational efficiency by reducing the time between water drops, helping to prevent the spread of fires and minimizing their impact on communities and forest areas, U.S. authorities explained.
U.S. Ambassador William Duncan explained that the donation demonstrates the U.S. commitment to supporting the Salvadoran government in environmental protection and public safety. He also highlighted the partnership between the two countries in responding to natural disasters.
“This donation is a testament to our ongoing commitment to support the government of El Salvador in its mission to protect the environment and the safety of the Salvadoran people. It reflects the strong partnership between our countries and our shared dedication to combating natural disasters and protecting vulnerable areas from devastating fires,” said Duncan.
International
Delta Airlines cancels 1,100 flights amid winter storm chaos
More than 3,000 flights were canceled on Friday, and thousands more were delayed due to a winter storm in the southern United States, according to airlines and the flight tracking website FlightAware. Delta Airlines crews expect to return to normal operations on Saturday, the company stated in a release.
“Unforeseen severe winter conditions at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Georgia) caused the closure of all five runways for more than two hours on Friday morning,” the airline said. Delta canceled about 1,100 flights across its network on Friday due to the “freezing rain that fell throughout the day and early afternoon, leading to diversions.”
Additionally, a Delta Airlines aircraft had to abort its takeoff due to a motor issue, also at Atlanta Airport.
More than 200 passengers and crew members aboard a Boeing 757-300 bound for Minneapolis were evacuated via emergency slides, according to a statement from the airline reported by U.S. media. An investigation is underway.
Airports in Dallas Fort Worth (Texas) and Charlotte Douglas (North Carolina) were also affected by the severe weather, with over 1,200 flights canceled.
International
At least 20 injured in tram collision at Strasbourg Train Station tunnel
On Saturday afternoon, two trams collided in the tunnel leading to the Strasbourg train station in northeastern France, resulting in at least 20 injuries, according to the local prefecture. “The initial assessment indicates that 20 people are in a state of relative emergency,” said a spokesperson, noting that the circumstances of the accident had not yet been determined.
A security perimeter was established in front of the station, where several ambulances arrived, as reported by an AFP journalist.
A video taken by a witness and shared on social media shows a chaotic scene, with two heavily damaged trams in the tunnel near the station. One of the trams appears to have derailed due to the impact.
Since Strasbourg revamped its tram network in 1994, no major accidents had been reported until this incident.
International
Judge declares Donald Trump not guilty in Stormy Daniels case
Judge Juan Merchan acquitted U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in the case involving former porn actress Stormy Daniels.
“At this moment, I am issuing this verdict to cover all 34 charges,” Merchan stated. The judge also wished Trump good luck in his second term as president.
Trump will now become the first criminal president.
Merchan declined to impose any punishment. This decision strengthens Trump’s acquittal and clears the way for his return to the White House without the threat of prison or a fine.
“Never before has this court faced such a unique and remarkable set of circumstances,” Judge Merchan said.
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