UN Human Rights Commission accuses Pakistan of withholding aid
Pakistan has been accused of imposing a severe crackdown in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), including road blockades, mass arrests and the use of counter-terrorism laws, resulting in a “serious humanitarian crisis”, according to testimony to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).Mirza Shafiq, chairman of the Swiss Kashmir Human Rights Commission, said in a speech during the 62nd session of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights that roads connecting the region to Pakistan have been blocked by police and rangers, disrupting the transportation of basic supplies including food, medicine and other necessities.“These restrictions could trigger widespread unrest across the region,” Shafiq said, describing the situation as “brutal rather than political.”He expressed concern about his 90-year-old mother’s deteriorating health, saying he had been unable to contact her for nearly three weeks and was having trouble getting her weekly medication.
British People’s Party lodges protest at UN in Geneva
The United Kashmir People’s National Party (UKPNP) also staged a demonstration at the iconic Broken Chair Memorial outside the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva, coinciding with a meeting of the United Nations Human Rights Council. UKPNP leaders Jamil Maqsood and Amjad Yousuf condemned the actions of the Pakistani army and security forces, specifically mentioning the June 7 shooting in Rawalakot that left many dead and injured.Shafiq claimed that more than 22 people were allegedly killed, 576 people were arrested and 34 people were booked under the anti-terrorism law as protests continued across PoJK in the past 20 days. He also claimed that the bodies of some of the victims had not yet been returned to their families.He urged the international community to intervene and facilitate dialogue between the Pakistan government and the Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC).
Violations raised in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pashtun human rights defender Fazal Ur Rehman Afridi also addressed the UN Human Rights Council, accusing Pakistan of widespread human rights violations in Pashtun, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces.Afridi claimed that the situation in PoJK had become “extremely critical” after JKJAAC was banned. He claimed that Pakistani security forces launched a violent crackdown that left dozens of civilians dead and hundreds injured.He also condemned the reported life sentence imposed on Baloch human rights activist Dr Mahrang Baloch, saying the judiciary was compromised and called for her immediate release.Afridi urged the United Nations Human Rights Council to launch an international investigation into the allegations and demanded unrestricted access for international rights organizations and journalists to conflict-affected areas.
looking for Nancy Guthrie Continuing on, a person claiming to be an investigator shared another photo of son-in-law Tommaso Cioni. Jonathan Lee Riches, or JLR, who has been covering the case in Tucson since the beginning, shared Cioni’s photo on X.
It is believed that Maso Sione dropped Nancy Guthrie home the night before she was reported missing. (X/@JLRINVESTIGATES)
“Tommaso Sione is hanging out with people at school. Where is Nancy Guthrie?” he wrote.
This isn’t the first time Jaguar Land Rover has shared photos of Cioni or his wife. Anne Guthrie. In the past, he has also dug up old photos and posted them, usually asking where Nancy Guthrie was. 84-year-old TODAY host mother Savannah Guthrie She was reported missing on February 1 from her home in the Catalina Foothills near Tucson, Arizona. Authorities believe she was kidnapped the night before.
Four months later, no suspects have been released. Meanwhile, speculation continues surrounding Savannah’s sister Anne and her husband Sioney. This occurred despite the fact that the lead investigative agency, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, had made it clear that the Guthrie family would not be considered suspects in the case. Public interest in Sioney and his wife has continued since the octogenarian was believed to have dined with Anne before Sioney dropped her off home the night before he was reported missing. This would make them one of the last people to see her before her abduction.
It is worth noting that Tommaso Cioni is a secondary school teacher who worked at BASIS Oro Valley. Photos shared by Jaguar Land Rover show him resting his hands on the shoulders of two people wearing BASIS Oro Valley apparel – as emblazoned on the purple tops. Their faces are blurred in the photo, but Sione is looking straight into the camera.
The photo sparked mixed reactions online.
Tommaso Cioni’s photo sparks reaction
one person commented “His eyes give me a bad feeling.” Others additional “Creepy. Students should not be touched either.” However, there was no suggestion that the person photographed with Sione was a student and not a staff member.
Another one explain “I agree that his eyes are creepy in every picture he takes.” Others, meanwhile, are more supportive of Cione, who has been unnecessarily subject to public speculation since former NewsNation reporter Ashley Banfield claimed he was a possible suspect in the case. Notably, her claims were quickly dismissed by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
“But you, me and your army don’t know him. It seems to me wrong to judge him for a horrific crime with zero information. Is there an interview with him? I don’t like being judged like that. Let those sins cast the first stone,” one person explain In his defence. Another netizen pointed out that there is nothing unusual about teachers taking pictures at school. “Yes, that’s what teachers do…” They wrote.
Two of the most repressed countries end up taking part in FIFA’s ‘Pride Match’
Rainbow flags flew amid a sea of Iranian and Egyptian flags at Seattle’s World Cup Stadium on Friday as teams from two of the most repressive countries against LGBTQ+ people took the field in a game that became an unlikely symbol of inclusivity.Coincidentally, the city’s “Pride Battle” ended up being a high-stakes showdown between Iran and Egypt, with promotion to Group G still undetermined and a move strongly opposed by both countries. But Seattle officials and its football community say the unique pairing is an opportunity to showcase the city’s inclusivity.“I don’t think there is a sport that has a global event like the World Cup that creates unity and diversity and brings together so many cultures,” said Jess Fishlock, captain of National Women’s Soccer League club Seattle Reign. “I think we can see that firsthand at Pride.”
Same-sex relations are illegal in Iran and gays are executed for sodomy, while Egypt prosecutes gays and suppresses outward expressions of gay pride, including the rainbow flag.In December last year, these countries complained to FIFA about the Pride Match and requested that the celebrations be cancelled. The Iranian Football Association said in a statement that it had made its position clear to FIFA in multiple letters and meetings and assured that “no ceremonies or promotional activities related to this issue will be held in the stadium nor will it be used as part of the official game plan.”“Iran and Egypt are two Muslim countries with deep cultural and religious commonalities, and the views expressed by the two federations reflect the common values and beliefs of the two peoples,” the Iranian federation said.In a major shift from the 2022 World Cup, FIFA now considers the rainbow flag a human rights statement and will allow fans to wave it in stadiums, said Hana Tadesse, a spokesperson for the World Cup organizing committee in Seattle. FIFA confirms that “rainbow flags and other flags representing sexual orientation and gender identity are allowed fifa world cup Stadium Code of Conduct 2026. “
Seattle organizers decided on Pride’s branding ahead of December’s World Cup draw. When the group stage schedule was set, the Seattle committee found itself looking to the Pride celebrations as a shoulder plan for a game involving two countries that criminalize same-sex relations.FIFA president Gianni Infantino tried to downplay the Pride branding in a January interview, saying: “I have to clarify, there will be no Pride match at the World Cup. Seattle will host FIFA World Cup matches on the same day as events organized by outside organizations. But this has nothing to do with the game itself. “The Human Dignity Trust said the Iranian state criminalizes homosexuality and imposes the maximum death penalty under its criminal code. It also said same-sex sex is prohibited in Egypt and provides for prison sentences and fines.
Seattle embraces inclusivity
Invited by the local organizing committee, Stacy Harbor, who works for an LGBTQ+ nonprofit, took 20 young people to the game and handed them “goodie bags” filled with Pride face paint, flags and headbands.“Seattle is home to a group of people of Egyptian, Iranian descent. This is an opportunity for them to represent their intersectional identities,” she said. “This is an opportunity to show the world what Seattle is like. Seattle is an inclusive city. We always have been and always will be. “Ilona Lohrey, president and CEO of the Greater Seattle Business Association, an LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce, described Seattle as one of the most inclusive cities in the country.“I think it gives us an opportunity to showcase who we are as a city, who we are as a people and how diversity makes us stronger,” Lore said.With input from The Associated Press and The Athletic
American electric car maker Rivian (did you know they make electric cars with sad, laughing clown eyes?) held a media event for its new R2 SUV near Park City, Utah, two weeks ago. I’ll spare you the clinical detachment: it’s awesome. I want one. I will buy one. Exactly within a year. Please don’t tell my wife.
The Rivian R2 Performance (pictured in Launch Green) is the American electric carmaker’s third production vehicle, following the large luxury R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV.
In fact, I rate Rivian’s charming, innovative new Terrain Robot as one of the best vehicle designs in the world, not least because it looks convincingly like an SUV, with its culturally relevant hatchback silhouette, taller wheels and tires (32 inches), higher ground clearance (9.6 inches), steeper windshield angle, flatter hood and roof, and a squarer cross-section. If you let me, this is what Americans want their SUVs to look like, not robot lawnmowers from alien golf courses (I’m looking at you, Toyota bZ).
The best-selling electric car in the United States is Tesla’s Model Y, and it’s not an SUV. The R2 exploits the Model Y’s biggest weakness.
Rivian will release the R2 midsize SUV in phases by early 2027. The series debuts with the R2 Performance, available now with a dual-motor combination producing 656 horsepower and 609 pound-feet of torque.
For Rivian’s team, overcoming the aerodynamic drag inherent in traditional core designs was a doubly difficult task that required extensive computer simulations and iterative, millimeter-scale modeling. Details can be hard to see: note that the windshield wipers are located in a recessed area below the hood line (sunroof), so they don’t interfere with airflow over the windshield. Admire the stocking smoothness of the window frames around the cottage greenhouse. With the help of this AI-optimized slipstream, the R2 Performance’s 88 kWh battery pack is expected to provide a range of 330 miles, slightly better than the Model Y Premium (327 miles). Check the box.
By comparison, the R2 is slightly larger than the Toyota RAV4 and is the California-based automaker’s third product, following the large luxury R1T and R1S (pickup and SUV). The first R2 Performance vehicles are now available, starting at just under $60,000, which is about $25,000 lighter than the R1S. Later this year, Rivian plans to release the R2 Premium (starting at $53,990). In early 2027, the single-motor R2 Standard should drop, starting at just $44,990. I figured I had to tell my wife something then.
In some ways, the R2’s overall excellence couldn’t have come at a better time. The R2 project was started almost from scratch to take advantage of the latest advances in automotive manufacturing and global supply chains (China). Most first-generation electric vehicle projects require a traditional electrical architecture, consisting of dozens of electronic control modules (ECMs) dedicated to specific functions (windows, doors, wipers, brakes), all connected by miles of thick wires. R2’s new zone control architecture is neatly arranged across three large processors. The shorter wires reduce overall weight by 44 pounds and make production less susceptible to chip shortages.
The Rivian R2’s minimalist cabin décor features high-quality textiles in restrained tones. The central touchscreen runs Rivian’s operating system, Rivian OS. The R2 does not support Apple CarPlay.
Another sign of maturity: a body mass index of R2. This midsize five-passenger, four-door, two-motor SUV has a significantly stiffer hybrid metal monocoque body and body panels and can weigh up to 5,000 pounds. That’s about a ton lighter than the R1S and 455 pounds lighter than the current Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, a near-IC-powered sibling.
Historically, high battery costs have tended to replace customer-facing value – the goodies we can’t have, like top-of-the-line sound systems, premium interiors and finishes, the latest communications and connectivity. The R2 Performance has no advantage over similar products in its price range. Technology investors will love interacting with the R2’s unique Haptic Halo selector, housed in the steering wheel’s side arm. These electronically damped wheel selectors provide three-axis inputs, using micro-torque feedback to simulate the bump and pull of physical brakes. Many people find them very intuitive. I need to practice.
Wheelie trading allows drivers to harness the R2’s ultra-intelligent, ultra-fast user experience, with crisp, easy-to-read graphics and playful animations spread across the compass display and display in the center of the dash. Input lag is no longer an issue. Note: Rivian does not support Apple CarPlay; instead, it has its own device connection protocol and navigation embedded in the Rivian operating system.
The Haptic Halo controller is one of the innovations of the 2027 Rivian R2. These three-axis controllers are mounted in the side arms of the steering wheel and use micro-torque feedback to simulate the bump and pull of physical brakes.
The highlight of any walk around is the R2’s power hatch window, which is so practical I could barely contain myself. Surfboards, ladders, stockpiles of lumber, perennial Christmas trees – all can be extended out of the open hatch window long enough to get where you need to go.
Whether on the road or on gravel, the R2 Performance is a luxury car. Our example, equipped with the starter pack spec, did just that, shaking off the red light like a frightened tarpon, and I just hung on. In rally mode (exclusive to high-performance models), the battery can provide up to 646 horsepower to front- and rear-mounted AC synchronous motors. Rivian officially reports a 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds. Meanwhile, a combined 609 pound-feet of torque works out to 4,400 pounds of towing capacity.
The company says the R2 has a maximum charging power of 230 kW and can restore approximately 150 miles of range in 15 minutes, or 10%-80% of charge in 30 minutes. The R2 uses a NACS charging plug, and the car has access to Tesla’s Supercharger network.
Price is the final frontier of parity. The R2 Performance version starts at $57,990. That includes the whole smash: a full 656 horsepower electronically tuned with rear bias, dual-motor AWD and 21-inch tires. However, if you call the White House in the next five minutes (not really), Rivian is offering the Launch Package as a free option that includes a towing package, Nvidia-powered driver assistance technology (Autonomy+), and a Launch Key Fob.
There is no mass-market electric car in the world that offers better value for money. I’m sure my wife would agree.
2027 Rivian R2 Performance and Release Kit
The R2 Performance version starts at $57,990. That includes the whole smash: a full 656 horsepower electronically tuned with rear bias, dual-motor AWD and 21-inch tires.
base price $57,990
test price $61,485
Propulsion Fully electric with dual AC synchronous motors, 88 kWh, 400V lithium-ion battery pack, rear biased, multi-mode/terrain all-wheel drive.
China has removed six senior military officers and former financial regulator Li Yunze from their posts and recently investigated former Politburo member Ma Xingrui as a deputy to the National People’s Congress, the latest sign that President Xi Jinping’s sweeping anti-corruption campaign continues to target China’s political and military institutions.The National People’s Congress Standing Committee removed the officials, according to a notice issued by the National People’s Congress Standing Committee, which cited the state-run Xinhua News Agency, but did not provide any reasons for the dismissals. China’s Defense Ministry did not immediately respond to Reuters’ request for comment.The move marks an escalation in Xi’s years-long anti-corruption drive that has seen dozens of senior Communist Party officials and officials investigated, removed and purged. People’s Liberation Army (People’s Liberation Army) Commander.Among them is Gen. Xu Xueqiang, head of the Central Military Commission’s Equipment Development Department, the agency responsible for overseeing the development, procurement and testing of PLA military equipment. Xu has also served as the commander-in-chief of China’s manned space program since 2022.General Li Fengbiao, Political Commissar of the Western Theater Command of the People’s Liberation Army, General Guo Puxiao, Political Commissar of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force, Lieutenant General Wang Kangping of the Eastern Theater Command, Lieutenant General Zhang Minghua of the Cyberspace Force, and Army Lieutenant General Yin Hongxing.According to the South China Morning Post, there are indications that several dismissed commanders are under investigation.The newspaper reported that General Xu missed a key Communist Party meeting last October, while Lieutenant General Wang Kangping attended the meeting but was not promoted to a full member of the party’s Central Committee. Lieutenant General Yin Hongxing was also absent when Xi Jinping made a surprise inspection of Tibet in August last year, further fueling speculation about his identity.In addition to the military, the NPC also removed Ma Xingrui, the former party secretary of the Xinjiang Autonomous Region, and Li Yunze, the former director of the State Financial Supervision Administration, from their positions in the legislature.Jack Ma, a former member of the Communist Party of China’s Politburo, resigned as party secretary of the Xinjiang Autonomous Region in July last year. Xinhua News Agency said at the time that he would be “transferred to other positions.” However, China’s top anti-corruption watchdog, the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI), launched an investigation into him in April, the South China Morning Post reported.The South China Morning Post also reported that Li Yunze’s profile was suddenly removed from the State Financial Supervisory Authority’s website in April, before his successor was appointed the following month.The NPC also removed Guo Yonghang, former Guangzhou party secretary and a close aide to Ma Xingrui. According to the newspaper, Guo was placed under investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection in March.The latest removals come as Xi Jinping continues to tighten control over the military. According to the South China Morning Post, the anti-corruption campaign has led to the ouster of dozens of senior PLA commanders, including members of the Politburo. Of the seven members of the Central Military Commission appointed by the 2022 CCP Congress, only Xi Jinping and PLA anti-corruption general secretary Zhang Shengmin remain in office.Xi Jinping has emphasized many times that the military will remain the core focus of this battle.According to the South China Morning Post, Xi Jinping said at the annual meetings of China’s legislative body and the Supreme Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference in March this year that “the barrel of the gun lies in the military. There must be no people who are half-hearted about the party in the military, and there must be no sanctuary for corrupt elements.”The latest personnel changes underscore how Xi Jinping’s more than decade-long anti-corruption campaign continues to reshape the top brass of China’s military, political leadership and financial regulatory system.
Carlsbad bouncer fires Taser at man’s face at close range.
A security guard in Carlsbad, California, was arrested for allegedly firing a Taser into a man’s face at close range outside a bar. The incident captured on camera showed a confrontation outside the venue before the man fell to the ground.Video circulating online showed a shirtless man standing near the entrance of the venue. A security guard pulled out a stun gun and shot him at close range, causing him to fall to the ground in pain.A video later showed the guard being escorted away in handcuffs by police.The incident reportedly occurred on the evening of Wednesday, June 24, around 8:30 pm, during a crowded watch party for the Mexico vs. Czech Republic football match at 101 Park, local outlet SanDiegoVille reported.“The investigation determined that during the incident, a security guard allegedly used a stun gun during an altercation. The adult male was evaluated by the Carlsbad Fire Department and transported to a local hospital for treatment,” the outlet quoted a statement from the Carlsbad Police Department as saying.David Marquez, 42, of San Marcos, was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and a stun gun, police said.“The incident remains under investigation. We are continuing to review all available evidence and have no further information to release at this time.”The New York Post reports that Marquez is being held in the Vista County Jail on two felony charges. The victim was transported to a trauma center for treatment, but
Two of the most repressed countries end up taking part in FIFA’s ‘Pride Match’
Rainbow flags flew amid a sea of Iranian and Egyptian flags at Seattle’s World Cup Stadium on Friday as teams from two of the most repressive countries against LGBTQ+ people took the field in a game that became an unlikely symbol of inclusivity.Coincidentally, the city’s “Pride Battle” ended up being a high-stakes showdown between Iran and Egypt, with promotion to Group G still undetermined and a move strongly opposed by both countries. But Seattle officials and its football community say the unique pairing is an opportunity to showcase the city’s inclusivity.“I don’t think there is a sport that has a global event like the World Cup that creates unity and diversity and brings together so many cultures,” said Jess Fishlock, captain of National Women’s Soccer League club Seattle Reign. “I think we can see that firsthand at Pride.”
Same-sex relations are illegal in Iran and gays are executed for sodomy, while Egypt prosecutes gays and suppresses outward expressions of gay pride, including the rainbow flag.In December last year, these countries complained to FIFA about the Pride Match and requested that the celebrations be cancelled. The Iranian Football Association said in a statement that it had made its position clear to FIFA in multiple letters and meetings and assured that “no ceremonies or promotional activities related to this issue will be held in the stadium nor will it be used as part of the official game plan.”“Iran and Egypt are two Muslim countries with deep cultural and religious commonalities, and the views expressed by the two federations reflect the common values and beliefs of the two peoples,” the Iranian federation said.In a major shift from the 2022 World Cup, FIFA now considers the rainbow flag a human rights statement and will allow fans to wave it in stadiums, said Hana Tadesse, a spokesperson for the World Cup organizing committee in Seattle. FIFA confirms that “rainbow flags and other flags representing sexual orientation and gender identity are allowed fifa world cup Stadium Code of Conduct 2026. “
Seattle organizers decided on Pride’s branding ahead of December’s World Cup draw. When the group stage schedule was set, the Seattle committee found itself looking to the Pride celebrations as a shoulder plan for a game involving two countries that criminalize same-sex relations.FIFA president Gianni Infantino tried to downplay the Pride branding in a January interview, saying: “I have to clarify, there will be no Pride match at the World Cup. Seattle will host FIFA World Cup matches on the same day as events organized by outside organizations. But this has nothing to do with the game itself. “The Human Dignity Trust said the Iranian state criminalizes homosexuality and imposes the maximum death penalty under its criminal code. It also said same-sex sex is prohibited in Egypt and provides for prison sentences and fines.
Seattle embraces inclusivity
Invited by the local organizing committee, Stacy Harbor, who works for an LGBTQ+ nonprofit, took 20 young people to the game and handed them “goodie bags” filled with Pride face paint, flags and headbands.“Seattle is home to a group of people of Egyptian, Iranian descent. This is an opportunity for them to represent their intersectional identities,” she said. “This is an opportunity to show the world what Seattle is like. Seattle is an inclusive city. We always have been and always will be. “Ilona Lohrey, president and CEO of the Greater Seattle Business Association, an LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce, described Seattle as one of the most inclusive cities in the country.“I think it gives us an opportunity to showcase who we are as a city, who we are as a people and how diversity makes us stronger,” Lore said.With input from The Associated Press and The Athletic
On June 26, Boise, Idaho, experienced severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a special weather advisory, warning of winds up to 50 mph and the possibility of “penny-sized” hail in the area.
Heavy rain is expected in Boise, Idaho, in a special weather advisory message issued by the National Weather Service. (newly created)
“A special weather statement has been issued for City of Boise ID, Boise ID, and Eagle ID until 10:15 PM PDT (12:15 AM ET),” the NWS said, sharing a map of the affected areas.
Meanwhile, horrific videos and photos from the storm in Boise are circulating online.
“The wild skies captured at a small rodeo outside of Boise tonight just in time to put my patio mats in place,” one person wrote on X.
Another video posted on Facebook showed heavy rain. “Holy hole in the donut, Batman! What a storm in Boise/Meridian, ID right now!! Thunder, lightning, hail, rain…, a combination of storms!!” the person wrote.
There was also a video showing a man skidding in the water on the street in the rain.
The NWS also issued an alert, “A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the Boise metro. This thunderstorm has gusts of 50-60 mph and is accompanied by heavy rain, road flooding, and small hail. Shelter immediately!”. While this has raised concerns about tornadoes, there have been no confirmed reports of tornado formation in the area.
Boise hail, storm and rain: Terrifying visuals emerge
CBS 2 Boise shared photos of the hail online and reported that the storm caused widespread power outages. Meanwhile, a video shared online showed hail on the ground.
Many others shared clips of the effects of the storm and heavy rain in Boise.
“This caused the roof I was working on to start leaking,” one wrote.
Another shared a video from their home.
“My apartment balcony,” they wrote. One person noted that severe weather also affected Meridian, which is about 12 miles from Boise.
Meanwhile, more videos were shared.
One of the photos shows water from the rain gushing onto hail-covered ground. Another photo showed a car driving through water on a street and lightning streaking across the sky.
More photos of hail were also shared. One of the photos shows hailstones on the grass.
Another showed a hail-covered street and quipped: “God bless the civil engineers who over-design the height of our homes!”.
South Korea claimed that Chinese and Russian fighter jets entered its air defense zone (AI picture, for reference only)
South Korea deployed fighter jets on Saturday after more than 10 Chinese and Russian military aircraft entered its air defense identification zone (ADIZ), Seoul said, prompting the military to take precautionary measures amid rising regional tensions.Agence France-Presse quoted the Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul as saying: “The South Korean military detected Chinese and Russian aircraft before they entered the area and deployed air force fighter jets to deal with any emergencies.”So far, neither China nor Russia has commented on the matter.The latest development follows a similar incident in December 2025, when nine Chinese and Russian military aircraft entered South Korea’s Air Defense Identification Zone, sparking strong protests from South Korea and Japan. Following the incident, South Korea’s Defense Ministry lodged a formal protest with Beijing and Moscow, while Japan expressed “grave concerns” about its impact on regional security. China and Russia later said the flights were part of joint strategic air patrols over the East China Sea and the Western Pacific. Saturday’s operation comes against the backdrop of ongoing military cooperation between Beijing and Moscow, which have conducted numerous joint air and sea patrols in the region in recent years.
vegetation fire What became known as the “Deer Fire” broke out in Antioch, california The project was completed on June 27 and currently covers 30 acres, according to WatchDuty. The fire was reported in the 4300 block of Deer Mountain Lane in Contra Costa County.
A vegetation fire known as the “Deer Fire” broke out in Antioch, California. Images used for representational purposes. (no splash)
The Contra Costa County Fire Department noted that they are working with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to respond to the situation. “CONFIR and CALFIRE in the Unified Command are ongoing at the time of the second vegetation fire alarm in Antioch. Current area is 30 acres,” they shared.
The fires began with a “slow to moderate spread” and required a second-alarm response, according to a website that tracks wildfire outbreaks across the country. Later updates from duty officer The fire “has increased in intensity and fire crews have been deployed on Deer Hill Lane to protect the structure,” the report said.
The official cause of the fire is unknown and no injuries were reported.
Deer fire, Antioch: Terrifying visuals appear
One person on Facebook shared a map of where the fire started, along with a screenshot showing Contra Costa County Fire and Rescue units having units responding to the Deer Fire. “The fire of Antioch passed over Caesar,” they wrote.
Another page shared a photo and noted “Two wildland fire alarms at Deer Valley Road and Deer Mountain Lane. Possibly ignited by automatic gunfire.” You can see Photos here.
previous page X A photo of the fire was also shared and it was claimed that “a 100-acre vegetation fire near Deer Valley Road and Sand Creek has the potential to spread.” However, this news has not yet been confirmed through an official statement.
Another photo was shared on X, which was also shared on WatchDuty. This image was taken from the Mt. Diablo North camera.
“The Deer Fire south of Antioch has no air strikes, is estimated at 15 acres, has two alarms and Cal Fire,” wrote the person who shared the image.
Many people also reacted to news of the fire. “Isn’t this the same place that burned down a few years ago?” one of them asked. Another added: “Someone was setting off fireworks at Dozier Libby! I was outside yesterday afternoon with my daughter (she was practicing reversing in a straight line in front of the school) and then as we were getting ready to go home, at the roadblock where you have to turn left, we found the remains of a box of fireworks and another one standing next to the box!”.
One person shared a photo of the fire as seen from their home.
One concerned parent added: “The scary thing is that my daughter was not in Prewett and Hillcrest and could see the fires.” The flames were reportedly seen in Brentwood, about eight to 10 miles from Antioch.
