New Orleans police said barriers weren't used for the New Year's festivities because they often malfunctioned and some were being replaced.
Crews have made progress against the California fires, with seemingly each new day bringing a further boost in containment.
Flood barriers have gone up as parts of the West ... and Worcestershire as levels rose to more than six metres, meaning flooding of properties was possible, according to the EA.
Deadly wildfires continue to ravage the Los Angeles area, as firefighters battle windy conditions to contain the ...
Containment numbers are cited constantly by authorities, but the official definition of the term might not match popular ...
The project includes cleaning and revitalizing East Lake and limiting access points throughout the neighborhood with barriers at 18 entry points and alleys. The barriers in particular have been a ...
Just because a fire is considered 100% contained does not mean it has stopped burning. Instead, 100% containment refers to having enough barriers in place to completely encircle the fire and keep it ...