#emergency-rescues

#emergency-rescues

Koko Crater Stairs, a popular hiking trail, remains closed after an 8-year-old boy fell nearly 20 feet and was critically injured. Despite signs, hundreds continue to hike.

In North Carolina, floodwaters from Tropical Storm Chantal caused widespread destruction, leading to the death of an 83-year-old woman and extensive evacuations.

It's extremely tragic, it's the worst drownings we've seen on the Easter long weekend, he told ABC Radio on Monday.

Candles are one of the most common causes of fire. It's really important that you never leave a candle unattended and keep them away from anything else that can easily catch alight. Consider using battery-powered, flameless LED candles instead, which are safe even if you fall asleep.