Officials said a search and rescue operation is underway, adding there is no information on any casualties at this time.

The president has said he think states would be better at handling disasters including hurricanes and wildfires.

An airplane collided with a helicopter while trying to land at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday ...

Shyam Rana, Anna Daniell and Melanie Johnson have been recognised with the Humanitarian Medal for their responses to major disasters.