England Faces Extended Amber Alert as Freezing Temperatures Persist
An amber health alert for England has been extended to Tuesday (14/1/2025) due to ongoing freezing temperatures, which pose risks to vulnerable groups. The UK recorded its coldest night this winter at -14°C in Scotland, with lows possibly reaching -20°C. Yellow ice warnings are in place across parts of the UK, and snow is expected in some areas. The cold snap has disrupted travel, closed schools, and led to record rescue demands. Despite this, some, like ice skaters in Cambridgeshire, have embraced the weather. Temperatures are expected to gradually warm from Monday.
Source: The Guardian “Cold weather health alert extended for England with -20C possible”
Los Angeles Wildfires: Lucy Sherriff’s story of loss and survival
A Los Angeles resident, Lucy Sherriff, shares her harrowing experience as wildfires destroyed her home in the Palisades, along with 90% of her community. High winds and dry conditions fueled the flames, forcing chaotic evacuations and leaving roads congested. Initially hopeful her home would survive, she returned to find it reduced to ashes. Despite the devastation, she reflects on the moment she chose to leave with only essentials, realising safety and loved ones mattered most. The loss of her belongings, local landmarks, and sense of community has left her in despair, as she plans to seek refuge further north.
Source: BBC News “'I have nothing to go back to' - LA fires heartbreak”