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Hawaii flood crisis: dam at risk as thousands evacuated and more rain looms

Hawaii is experiencing its worst flooding in more than 20 years, with heavy rain threatening the Wahiawa dam and prompting evacuations for about 5,500 people on Oahu’s North Shore; officials warn of possible dam failure as more rain is forecast, and Governor Green says storm costs could exceed $1 billion, with federal aid being pursued.

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Suspect in custody after blaze damages Mississippi’s largest synagogue; vow to rebuild

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Suspect in custody after blaze damages Mississippi’s largest synagogue; vow to rebuild

Authorities say a fire heavily damaged Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi’s largest synagogue, and a suspect has been taken into custody in what officials call arson; the FBI and Joint Terrorism Task Force are aiding the investigation. No one was injured, several Torahs were damaged or destroyed, and leaders vow to rebuild while continuing Shabbat worship with support from other congregations.

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