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Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break
Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break As spring breakers head to Mexico, the US State Department is warning travelers about serious safety risks. Related story - US Travel Advisory Expanded: These 23 Nations Now Under Warning Recent incidents involving American tourists have raised alarms, necessitating immediate attention from those planning trips south of the border. Travelers are urged to remain vigilant and informed to ensure their safety during this popular travel season. Important Safety Concerns Every year, thousands of US citizens visit Mexico for spring break, drawn by its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture…

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by Joe Lombardi
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US Issues Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: Here's Why US Issues Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: Here's Why
US Issues Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: Here's Why The US is warning American travelers to "exercise increased caution" if they visit the Turks and Caicos Islands. The State Department updated its travel advisory for Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, Mar. 4. The "level 2" advisory comes after several US citizens were arrested for carrying bullets in their luggage. The British Overseas Territory southeast of The Bahamas has very strict gun laws. "Firearms and ammunition, including single bullets brought by mistake in carry-on bags or luggage, are illegal," the State Department said. "Police strictly enforce these laws, even at the…

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by Chris Spiker
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Grandmother Mauled to Death by Hippo on African Safari; Husband Sues Stamford Tour Company Grandmother Mauled to Death by Hippo on African Safari; Husband Sues Stamford Tour Company
Grandmother Mauled to Death by Hippo on African Safari; Husband Sues Stamford Tour Company A New Jersey man is suing a Connecticut-based safari company after his wife was mauled to death by a hippopotamus during a bush walk in Zambia last year.  Craig Manders, 72, of Cranford, NJ, is suing African Portfolio, an Old Greenwich-based travel company, after a hippopotamus fatally attacked his wife, Lisa Manders, 70 — a Long Island, NY native — in Lower Zambezi National Park on June 5, 2024. NJ mom of three was mauled to death by a hippo that charged them on African safari: lawsuit https://t.co/An7NOJ2hpt pic.twitter.com/YFz7oRFoHA — New York Post (@nypost) February 13, 2025 …

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by Josh Lanier
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New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Connecticut New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Connecticut
New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Connecticut Here's a look at snowfall accumulation totals from Connecticut and Massachusetts compiled by the National Weather Service for the storm that moved through Saturday night, Feb. 8 into Sunday, Feb. 9. Location Amount Time/Date Provider Connecticut Fairfield County Sandy Hook 6.1 inches 0900 AM 02/09 COCORAHS Bridgeport Airport 5.0 inches 0700 AM 02/09 Official NWS Obs 1 E Danbury 5.0 inches 0700 AM 02/09 Trained Spotter New Canaan 5.0 inches 0800 AM 02/09 COCORAHS Newtown 5.3 S 5.0 inches 084…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In New Haven County: Town-By-Town Breakdown Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In New Haven County: Town-By-Town Breakdown
Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In New Haven County: Town-By-Town Breakdown Connecticut woke up to a fresh dusting of snow on Dec. 21, 2024, with totals ranging from barely half an inch to over 2 inches in some towns.  Wondering how your town stacked up? The National Weather Service full breakdown for Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex, and New London counties. Fairfield County led the way, with Stamford topping the list: Stamford 1.0 S: 2.5 inches  New Canaan: 2.2 inches Sandy Hook: 1.8 inches New Fairfield: 1.8 inches Ridgefield 2.4 NNE: 1.7 inches Norwalk: 1.5 inches Fairfield: 1.5 inches Darien: 1.3 inches Monroe: 1.0 inch Bridgeport Airport: 0.8 …

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by Cecilia Levine
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CT Man Busted With Loaded Gun at Bradley Airport In Carry-On Bag: Police CT Man Busted With Loaded Gun at Bradley Airport In Carry-On Bag: Police
CT Man Busted With Loaded Gun at Bradley Airport In Carry-On Bag: Police A Connecticut man was arrested at Bradley International Airport TSA agents found a loaded handgun in his carry-on bag at a TSA security checkpoint, authorities said.  Jason Hines, 38, of Ashford in Windham County, was stopped around 4:30 a.m. when TSA officers found the pistol in his bookbag during routine screening, Connecticut State Police said. The gun was loaded with nine rounds of 9mm ammunition in the magazine. Hines told troopers he had forgotten the firearm was in his bag when he arrived at the Windsor Locks airport. Officials arrested him without incident, and authorities char…

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by Josh Lanier