The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) National Response Team has been deployed to assist the Chula Vista Fire Department in the investigation into the shoe store fire that injured four firefighters Monday. The fire broke out at around 5:40 p.m., inside the Action Footwear, at 655 H Street, according to the Chula Vista Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 1/29/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KNSD-TV NBC 39 San Diego

VIDEO: Firefighters were called to a fire Thursday evening at the Meredith Marina and Boating Center. Meredith police dispatch confirmed that a building was fully involved in flames. Witnesses said they heard and felt an explosion. Thick smoke could be seen coming from the area of the marina. "There was a loud explosion.
- PUB DATE: 1/29/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WMUR-TV ABC 9 Manchester

On Thursday, Harris County officials outlined all the actions it has taken over the past two years to enhance environmental monitoring and enforcement. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said since the ITC chemical fire that happened in Deer Park in March 2019, county officials have been taken numerous steps to protect the county's environment against threats to public health and safety.
- PUB DATE: 1/29/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KHOU-TV CBS 11 Houston

More infectious COVID-19 variants have emerged around the world, and experts are saying the United States must adapt to a changed pandemic playing field. According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these variants spread more easily, and it’s unknown whether the illness caused is more severe.
- PUB DATE: 1/29/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: NBC News

With a limited number of vaccines available, some people desperate for their first shot, are crossing state lines. It’s being called vaccine tourism. That’s when someone travels out-of-state to get a vaccine. This just recently came to the attention of health leaders in Washington and they are now focusing on a way to screen, ensuring everyone vaccinated is a state resident.
- PUB DATE: 1/29/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KCYU-LD Fox 41 Yakima