Holly Souther

5 days ago | daytondailynews.com | Holly Souther |Jen Balduf |Daniel Susco

He said near surface smoke is measured and has not reached the point where he is aware of anyone being able to smell the smoke from the fires. The air quality via AirNow by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Monday’s Air Quality Index is considered moderate at around 60. The Regional Air Pollution Control Agency, which covers air quality for Clark, Darke, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Preble counties, has the AQI at a moderate 54 Monday.

1 week ago | daytondailynews.com | Holly Souther

The fire department said at the scene, smoke was visible coming from the building and flames through a window. Crews with assistance from mutual aid departments extinguished the fire located in the kitchen area of the apartment. “According to on-scene witnesses, the occupants of the unit had already left the location and transported themselves to Miami Valley Hospital for evaluation of burn injuries prior to the arrival of fire personnel,” the fire department said.

1 week ago | daytondailynews.com | Holly Souther

Holly Souther is a staff writer for the breaking news team at Dayton Daily News and covers issues for Montgomery County. Souther seeks to create meaningful stories of interest, of relevance and other such important topics for local communities. Souther hopes to further create impactful pieces for everyday voices.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Holly Souther

May 27—A 34-year-old man was shot in Dayton Saturday afternoon, while the suspect is in custody. Crews responded to reports of a shooting at the 2200 block of Rugby Road around 2:15 p.m., according to Lt. Eric Sheldon for the Dayton Police Department. Sheldon said upon arrival, officers located a 34-year-old man with a non-life threatening gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital.

1 week ago | daytondailynews.com | Holly Souther

The report said the pedestrian attempted to cross North James H. McGee Boulevard at Rosedale Drive outside of the marked crosswalk and was hit by a 2011 Ford Taurus coming northbound at an unknown speed in the second lane from the east curb. The report stated the traffic signal for the vehicle was illuminated green. The pedestrian was transported to Miami Valley Hospital with suspected serious injuries. No other injuries were reported. In Other News12345