survivor
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An OBE goes to Jeff Edwards, who said he felt "greatly honoured" after receiving the letter regarding his promotion for services his to survivors of disasters, to charity and to the community in Aberfan.
From BBC
Gerstner’s survivors include his wife, Robin; a daughter, Elizabeth; and grandchildren.
Some Altadena residents say a Rose Parade float featuring firefighters pouring syrup over pancakes feels insensitive to firestorm survivors.
From Los Angeles Times
The records depict harried disaster workers appearing to take dangerous shortcuts that could leave hazardous pollution and endanger thousands of survivors poised to return to these communities.
From Los Angeles Times
And the strength and resilience shown by survivors of January’s SoCal firestorm has been something to behold.
From Los Angeles Times
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