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LA is in a shortage of 911 dispatchers
Officials say a delay in connecting with a 911 dispatcher could continue if more operators are not hired or trained soon. Eric Leonard reports for the NBC4 I-Team on Feb. 29, 2024.
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This tool helps prepare you for major looming earthquakes in California
In a world where natural disasters often strike without warning, having even a brief advance notice can make a critical difference. Here’s where the MyShake app comes into play.
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What to know about the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill in Los Angeles
Millions of people will be participating in the International Shakeout this week as Los Angeles residents practice what to do if an earthquake occurs.
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Emergency preparedness kits: What you need to pack
Are you prepared for an emergency? The Los Angeles Fire Department recommends having certain items in a bag ready to go when disaster strikes.
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What you'll want to pack in your emergency ‘go bag'
The devastating wildfires in Maui serve as a somber reminder of the importance of being prepared for an emergency. NBC4’s Lolita Lopez shares what you’ll want to pack in yours. She reports for the NBC4 News on Aug. 11, 2023.
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Daughter Recalls When Her Mother Was Kidnapped
A daughter’s worst nightmare came true yesterday when her car was stolen with her mother inside. Tracey Leong reports for the NBC4 News on Mar. 11, 2023.
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Emergency Alert Sent to Phones in LA is Canceled Immediately. Here's What Happened
What sounded like an Amber Alert sent phones in Southern California blaring Friday afternoon in an emergency alert notification from CHP that was immediately canceled.
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School Bus Crashes Into NJ House, Shifting Entire Foundation
A full-size school bus somehow crashed into a house in New Jersey early Friday, slamming into it so hard that it shifted the foundation and compromised the entire structure, authorities say. The crash occurred around 9 a.m. in West Caldwell, near Terrace Place and Passaic Avenue. No kids were aboard the bus. Witnesses said the driver was led from the…