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Large fire reported at building near Touro Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana
A major fire has been reported in a large building near Touro Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Emergency responders are on the scene, and initial reports indicate that several individuals may be trapped inside the building.
The New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD) has deployed multiple units to combat the blaze, which was first reported late Monday afternoon.
Firefighters are working diligently to control the flames and conduct rescue operations to ensure the safety of those potentially inside.
The exact cause of the fire and the total number of people affected remain unclear at this time. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel unobstructed access.
Local law enforcement and emergency medical services are also on-site, coordinating efforts to provide assistance and assess the situation.
Updates regarding the fire’s status and the condition of those affected are expected as the situation develops.
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. — Alabama State Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a 63-year-old man Thursday evening in Walker County.
Authorities identified the victim as Roger D. Naramore, a resident of Nauvoo, Alabama.
The collision occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 5, approximately five miles north of Jasper.
According to Senior Trooper Gregory Corble, Naramore was operating a Suzuki VZ800 motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 32-year-old Kayla House.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene, but Naramore was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.