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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ star Trinity Bliss teases time jump in potential ‘Avatar’ sequels

Thursday, April 2 by ABC News

Trinity Bliss joined the world of Avatar when she was only 7 years old.The 16-year-old actress has spent the better part of her life training, filming and promoting her breakout role as Tuk Sully, the youngest child of Neytiri and Jake Sully, in both... Read More.

Fire danger weather continues in the Great Plains, while record-breaking temperatures bake the Southwest

Sunday, March 29 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- Widespread elevated fire weather danger is expected to continue across parts of the Rockies and Great Plains on Sunday, as the Southwest is forecast to see another day of record-shattering March heat wave temperatures.Wind gusts across the Plains are forecast on... Read More.

Intensifying drought could trigger water shortages and prolonged fire season in the West

Saturday, March 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Several regions in the West could be facing worsening drought conditions, increased wildfire risk, and reduced water supplies due to record-breaking temperatures and minimal winter snowpack.Much of the West has been coping with prolonged drought conditions that are now being worsened... Read More.

DuBois Council Postpones Fire Station Rebuild Proposal

Thursday, March 19 by wcednews

DUBOIS - A proposed step towards new fire stations is on hold after concerns from both the DuBois City Council and public. For the past four years, fire officials have been working on plans for potential new or rebuilt buildings for Oklahoma and North Point... Read More.

The trailer for ‘Man on Fire’ starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II has arrived

Wednesday, March 11 by ABC News

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II takes on the role of a former special forces mercenary named John Creasy in the new Netflix series Man on Fire, which fans can now get a glimpse of.A trailer for the series has dropped and is... Read More.

The trailer for ‘Man on Fire’ starring Yahya Abdul-Matten II has arrived

Wednesday, March 11 by ABC News

Yahya Abdul-Matten II takes on the role of a former special forces mercenary named John Creasy in the new Netflix series Man on Fire, which fans can now get a glimpse of.A trailer for the series has dropped and is... Read More.

Volunteering Locally: DuBois Fire Department

Wednesday, March 11 by wcednews

DUBOIS - The DuBois Fire Department is looking for you to get involved and support your community. Fire Chief Joe Mitchell explained that volunteering isn’t just about fighting fires, and you can help in multiple ways, from administrative work, fundraising, traffic control, and specialized rescue... Read More.

One Dead After Philipsburg Fire

Friday, March 6 by wcednews

PHILIPSBURG - One person has died after a late Wednesday night fire in Philipsburg. At around 11:30pm, crews were called to a Decatur Street house fire with calls claiming there were explosions. Crews were able to bring the blaze under control within an hour, however one... Read More.

Shed Fire Leads to Burn Warning

Tuesday, March 3 by wcednews

SYKESVILLE - A close call over the weekend has prompted fire crews to remind you about the dangers of unattended outdoor burning. On Saturday, first responders were dispatched to Sykesville for a shed fire that was threatening nearby homes. Upon arrival the shed was nearly... Read More.

Fire Services Benefiting from Consolidation

Tuesday, February 24 by wcednews

DUBOIS - The Consolidation of DuBois and Sandy Township Fire Departments has already begun showing benefits. Fire Chief Joe Mitchell told us that since the merger, efficiency has improved and costs have been able to be cut, especially with expensive fire trucks. “We anticipate about a... Read More.

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