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Hurricane Milton's aftermath leaves at least 13 dead, homes damaged

Hurricane Milton caused significant damage in Florida, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and extensive destruction across the state.

Tornadoes Leave Heavy Damage in Texas and Oklahoma

Tornadoes caused extensive damage in Texas and Oklahoma, leaving many without power and prompting emergency response measures.

Biden, Harris take stock of battered southeastern US after Hurricane Helene

Biden and Harris visit storm-damaged Carolinas and Georgia to address the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as recovery efforts are projected to take years.

Photos: The Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage in southeastern states, leading to significant loss of life and widespread power outages.

Surprise Tornado Touches Down on Scotts Valley

A rare tornado caused significant damage in Scotts Valley, California, injuring five and resulting in road closures and power outages.

Millions Are Without Power After Milton Tore Through Florida

Hurricane Milton left extensive damage in Florida but the Tampa Bay area experienced less destruction than anticipated.

Hurricane Milton's aftermath leaves at least 13 dead, homes damaged

Hurricane Milton caused significant damage in Florida, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and extensive destruction across the state.

Tornadoes Leave Heavy Damage in Texas and Oklahoma

Tornadoes caused extensive damage in Texas and Oklahoma, leaving many without power and prompting emergency response measures.

Biden, Harris take stock of battered southeastern US after Hurricane Helene

Biden and Harris visit storm-damaged Carolinas and Georgia to address the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as recovery efforts are projected to take years.

Photos: The Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage in southeastern states, leading to significant loss of life and widespread power outages.

Surprise Tornado Touches Down on Scotts Valley

A rare tornado caused significant damage in Scotts Valley, California, injuring five and resulting in road closures and power outages.

Millions Are Without Power After Milton Tore Through Florida

Hurricane Milton left extensive damage in Florida but the Tampa Bay area experienced less destruction than anticipated.
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Access to popular Cape beach hinges on raising money to replace washed-away stairs

Public support is needed to restore access to Marconi Beach after storm damage.
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Millions without power as Milton churns across Florida

Hurricane Milton has weakened but continues to pose severe threats with power outages and flooding across Florida.

Scenes From the Atmospheric River That Drenched California and the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest and Northern California faced a destructive storm, resulting in fatalities, power outages, floods, and snow, deeply impacting residents.

Accustomed to Disasters, Houston Didn't See This One Coming

Houston faced extreme storm causing damage, casualties, and power outages, prompting unity among officials.

Southern States Brace for Severe Weather After 3 Days of Deadly Storms

Severe weather including heavy rain, hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes hit parts of South in a fourth consecutive day, causing fatalities and power outages.

Tree kills New Jersey father-to-be during storm in East Orange

Severe thunderstorms in New Jersey caused one death and extensive power outages, prompting community support for affected families.

Tornado-spawning storms blow through the Midwest-including Chicago

Storms caused widespread damage and power outages in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan.

Millions without power as Milton churns across Florida

Hurricane Milton has weakened but continues to pose severe threats with power outages and flooding across Florida.

Scenes From the Atmospheric River That Drenched California and the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest and Northern California faced a destructive storm, resulting in fatalities, power outages, floods, and snow, deeply impacting residents.

Accustomed to Disasters, Houston Didn't See This One Coming

Houston faced extreme storm causing damage, casualties, and power outages, prompting unity among officials.

Southern States Brace for Severe Weather After 3 Days of Deadly Storms

Severe weather including heavy rain, hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes hit parts of South in a fourth consecutive day, causing fatalities and power outages.

Tree kills New Jersey father-to-be during storm in East Orange

Severe thunderstorms in New Jersey caused one death and extensive power outages, prompting community support for affected families.

Tornado-spawning storms blow through the Midwest-including Chicago

Storms caused widespread damage and power outages in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan.
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Typhoon hammers Philippines, displacing 400,000 people

Typhoon Man-yi caused extensive damage in the Philippines, displacing hundreds of thousands and creating life-threatening conditions with powerful winds and tidal surges.

Super Typhoon Man-yi fells power lines, causes tidal surges in Philippines

Super Typhoon Man-yi has significantly impacted the Philippines, causing mass evacuations and dangerous weather conditions.

Typhoon hammers Philippines, displacing 400,000 people

Typhoon Man-yi caused extensive damage in the Philippines, displacing hundreds of thousands and creating life-threatening conditions with powerful winds and tidal surges.

Super Typhoon Man-yi fells power lines, causes tidal surges in Philippines

Super Typhoon Man-yi has significantly impacted the Philippines, causing mass evacuations and dangerous weather conditions.
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#flooding

Weather Tracker: Hurricane Rafael triggers nationwide blackout in Cuba

Hurricane Rafael confirms NOAA's predictions for an active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, demonstrating significant impacts on several regions.

Op-Ed: Navigating the Flooded Future of New York's Underground

New York City's subway network is facing significant challenges with flooding due to climate change.
The response from city officials to storm damage has been slow and communities feel neglected.

Flood damage in Long Island's Suffolk County prompts state of emergency

Suffolk County declared a State of Emergency after a storm caused severe flooding and damage in Long Island.

Francine weakens to tropical storm after slamming into Louisiana coast

Hurricane Francine weakened from a category 2 hurricane to a tropical storm, causing significant flooding and wind damage in Louisiana.

Southern California Braces for Potential Mudslides Even as Rains Slow

The atmospheric river storm in California is beginning to taper off, but officials warn that even small amounts of additional precipitation could trigger landslides.
The storm has caused record-breaking amounts of rain, mudslides, and damage to structures in Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California.

Weather Tracker: Hurricane Rafael triggers nationwide blackout in Cuba

Hurricane Rafael confirms NOAA's predictions for an active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, demonstrating significant impacts on several regions.

Op-Ed: Navigating the Flooded Future of New York's Underground

New York City's subway network is facing significant challenges with flooding due to climate change.
The response from city officials to storm damage has been slow and communities feel neglected.

Flood damage in Long Island's Suffolk County prompts state of emergency

Suffolk County declared a State of Emergency after a storm caused severe flooding and damage in Long Island.

Francine weakens to tropical storm after slamming into Louisiana coast

Hurricane Francine weakened from a category 2 hurricane to a tropical storm, causing significant flooding and wind damage in Louisiana.

Southern California Braces for Potential Mudslides Even as Rains Slow

The atmospheric river storm in California is beginning to taper off, but officials warn that even small amounts of additional precipitation could trigger landslides.
The storm has caused record-breaking amounts of rain, mudslides, and damage to structures in Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California.
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Emergency Roofing Repairs in London - Get Your Roof Fixed Fast: Expert Roofing 24/7 Service

Roof emergencies require immediate attention to prevent further damage.
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Floridians survey Milton's damage and get ready for a lengthy recovery

Evacuating before Hurricane Milton likely saved lives, showcasing the importance of assessing risks in hurricane-prone areas.

Hurricane Milton live updates: millions in Florida without power as US counts cost of storm

Hurricane Milton caused severe damage in Florida, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive rescues amid tornado activity and significant storm surges.

Hurricane Milton leaves more than 2.8 million without power as it slams Florida, causing deaths and flooding

Hurricane Milton caused widespread damage in Florida, severely affecting St. Petersburg and leading to loss of life and extensive power outages.

Hurricane Milton: At least 10 dead and millions without power in Florida

Hurricane Milton caused significant destruction in Florida but avoided feared storm surge, resulting in lower than expected damage.

Flights between Ireland and Florida cancelled as US braces for Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton is expected to cause significant disruption with winds of 290km/h and has led to mass evacuations and flight cancellations in Florida.

Rays say it may take 'weeks' to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck region

Hurricane Milton severely damaged Tropicana Field, ripping the roof apart, though no injuries were reported.

Floridians survey Milton's damage and get ready for a lengthy recovery

Evacuating before Hurricane Milton likely saved lives, showcasing the importance of assessing risks in hurricane-prone areas.

Hurricane Milton live updates: millions in Florida without power as US counts cost of storm

Hurricane Milton caused severe damage in Florida, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive rescues amid tornado activity and significant storm surges.

Hurricane Milton leaves more than 2.8 million without power as it slams Florida, causing deaths and flooding

Hurricane Milton caused widespread damage in Florida, severely affecting St. Petersburg and leading to loss of life and extensive power outages.

Hurricane Milton: At least 10 dead and millions without power in Florida

Hurricane Milton caused significant destruction in Florida but avoided feared storm surge, resulting in lower than expected damage.

Flights between Ireland and Florida cancelled as US braces for Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton is expected to cause significant disruption with winds of 290km/h and has led to mass evacuations and flight cancellations in Florida.

Rays say it may take 'weeks' to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck region

Hurricane Milton severely damaged Tropicana Field, ripping the roof apart, though no injuries were reported.
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Dolphin Restaurant razed, storm-damaged Santa Cruz Wharf repairs underway

The Dolphin Restaurant was demolished for repairs to the Santa Cruz Wharf, highlighting the impacts of storm damage and the need for infrastructure improvements.

Dolphin Restaurant razed, storm-damaged Santa Cruz Wharf repairs underway

The Dolphin Restaurant was demolished to facilitate important repairs to the Santa Cruz Wharf after severe storm damage.

Dolphin Restaurant razed, storm-damaged Santa Cruz Wharf repairs underway

The Dolphin Restaurant was demolished for repairs to the Santa Cruz Wharf, highlighting the impacts of storm damage and the need for infrastructure improvements.

Dolphin Restaurant razed, storm-damaged Santa Cruz Wharf repairs underway

The Dolphin Restaurant was demolished to facilitate important repairs to the Santa Cruz Wharf after severe storm damage.
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Biden surveys Hurricane Milton destruction in Florida, pledges support

Biden pledges ongoing support for Florida's recovery after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
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Hurricanes refocus attention to scarcity of flood insurance in high-risk Florida

Hurricanes Helene and Milton exposed the urgency for flood insurance among Florida homeowners due to low coverage rates and significant storm damage.

What Long Islanders need to know about insurance coverage after a storm

Homeowners generally need separate flood insurance to cover storm damage, as standard policies often do not include flood-related losses.

The vast majority of California flood victims' losses won't be covered by insurance

Many homeowners in California affected by the recent storms had no flood insurance coverage.
Even those with flood insurance may not be fully covered due to policy limits.

Hurricanes refocus attention to scarcity of flood insurance in high-risk Florida

Hurricanes Helene and Milton exposed the urgency for flood insurance among Florida homeowners due to low coverage rates and significant storm damage.

What Long Islanders need to know about insurance coverage after a storm

Homeowners generally need separate flood insurance to cover storm damage, as standard policies often do not include flood-related losses.

The vast majority of California flood victims' losses won't be covered by insurance

Many homeowners in California affected by the recent storms had no flood insurance coverage.
Even those with flood insurance may not be fully covered due to policy limits.
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#weather-forecast

A Once-Dormant Hurricane Season Is Spinning Into Action

The Atlantic hurricane season may extend into December with ongoing activity despite an average overall impact this year.

Storm repairs to close PCH north of Malibu overnight indefinitely

A six-mile stretch of Pacific Coast Highway north of Malibu will be closed indefinitely overnight due to storm damage.
Caltrans officials are concerned about another approaching storm that could cause further road damage.

A Once-Dormant Hurricane Season Is Spinning Into Action

The Atlantic hurricane season may extend into December with ongoing activity despite an average overall impact this year.

Storm repairs to close PCH north of Malibu overnight indefinitely

A six-mile stretch of Pacific Coast Highway north of Malibu will be closed indefinitely overnight due to storm damage.
Caltrans officials are concerned about another approaching storm that could cause further road damage.
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#north-carolina

Capturing a Community in Ruin

The author's anxiety over storm damage highlights the growing threat of climate change effects in lived environments.

Here Are 7 Organizations to Donate to in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation, killing over 100 and displacing millions across several states, with long-term recovery expected for affected communities.

Capturing a Community in Ruin

The author's anxiety over storm damage highlights the growing threat of climate change effects in lived environments.

Here Are 7 Organizations to Donate to in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation, killing over 100 and displacing millions across several states, with long-term recovery expected for affected communities.
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A sought-after Florida beach town digs out after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene brought unprecedented devastation to Pass-a-Grille, causing severe flooding and loss of life despite its historical shelter from storms.

Helene death toll rises to 200, making it deadliest storm to hit mainland US since Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Helene has caused at least 200 confirmed deaths, making it the deadliest hurricane on the U.S. mainland since Hurricane Katrina.

A sought-after Florida beach town digs out after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene brought unprecedented devastation to Pass-a-Grille, causing severe flooding and loss of life despite its historical shelter from storms.

Helene death toll rises to 200, making it deadliest storm to hit mainland US since Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Helene has caused at least 200 confirmed deaths, making it the deadliest hurricane on the U.S. mainland since Hurricane Katrina.
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#natural-disaster

A Year After a Deadly Flood, a Libyan City Is Rebuilding but Not Whole

The city of Derna faces a profound transformation as the community grapples with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding and rising fear of the sea.

Evacuations ordered and airports closed as Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam

Super Typhoon Yagi is among the most powerful storms to hit northern Vietnam in the last decade, causing widespread damage and evacuations.

A Year After a Deadly Flood, a Libyan City Is Rebuilding but Not Whole

The city of Derna faces a profound transformation as the community grapples with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding and rising fear of the sea.

Evacuations ordered and airports closed as Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam

Super Typhoon Yagi is among the most powerful storms to hit northern Vietnam in the last decade, causing widespread damage and evacuations.
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#infrastructure

Shocked by extreme storms, a Maine fishing town fights to save its waterfront

Plans are underway in Stonington to fortify infrastructure against the impacts of climate change after severe storms caused significant damage.

Cost of Owens Valley storm damage continues to mount for Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

Heavy storms causing $100 million damage to LA DWP infrastructure and Owens Valley dust control systems.
Efforts to build resilience in Owens Valley operations amid storm damage challenges.

Shocked by extreme storms, a Maine fishing town fights to save its waterfront

Plans are underway in Stonington to fortify infrastructure against the impacts of climate change after severe storms caused significant damage.

Cost of Owens Valley storm damage continues to mount for Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

Heavy storms causing $100 million damage to LA DWP infrastructure and Owens Valley dust control systems.
Efforts to build resilience in Owens Valley operations amid storm damage challenges.
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Typhoon Yagi Weakens After Killing 21 in Vietnam

Typhoon Yagi caused severe damage in northern Vietnam, resulting in at least 21 deaths and over 200 injuries.

Cleanup continues across New York City after remnants of Debby bring down hundreds of trees citywide

Crews in NYC cleaned up storm damage, highlighting the importance of prompt response to downed trees and wires for public safety.

Hurricane Categories Don't Capture All of a Storm's True Dangers

Focusing solely on a hurricane's category on the Saffir-Simpson scale may lead to underestimating the true dangers posed by the storm.

A portion of Mulholland Drive, damaged by mudslides in winter storms, reopens

Mulholland Drive section reopens after storm damage and emergency repairs.
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Ventura declares state of emergency as strong winds, high surf continue to batter Southern California coast

Ventura declared a state of emergency due to strong winds and high surf.
The city will seek emergency funding from the state to repair damages.

Seeking federal aid, Gov. Newsom signs emergency proclamation for Topanga Canyon Boulevard

Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency to address storm-damaged roads, enables access to federal funding for repairs.

Ventura declares state of emergency as strong winds, high surf continue to batter Southern California coast

Ventura declared a state of emergency due to strong winds and high surf.
The city will seek emergency funding from the state to repair damages.

Seeking federal aid, Gov. Newsom signs emergency proclamation for Topanga Canyon Boulevard

Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency to address storm-damaged roads, enables access to federal funding for repairs.
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Firefighters contain destructive fire on historic California pier

The fire at the Oceanside pier was contained with heavy damage to a vacant restaurant but minimal loss to the pier itself.

Photos: April showers - and snow - pelt Bostonians and blow things over during surprise nor'easter

Parts of Massachusetts and New York were hit by heavy rain, winds, sleet, and snow in a surprising April storm.
The storm caused commuting difficulties, damages like downed trees and stoplights, and diverse impacts across various regions.

California pier closes after storm knocks loose pilings - leaving end dangling over ocean

The recent storm caused significant damage to the Cayucos Pier, temporarily closing it for repairs.
San Luis Obispo County responded to various storm damages including downed trees and signs.
#climate-change

'Complete failure': Beloved Calif. state beach closed until further notice

Visitors disappointed as Refugio State Beach remains closed for repairs due to storm damage, including fallen date palms and sinkholes.

Atmospheric river storms are getting stronger, and deadlier. The race to understand them is on

Scientists are using advanced tools to measure and study atmospheric rivers like the recent storm in California.
Warming oceans are making atmospheric rivers more dangerous, causing deadly floods and significant damage.

'Complete failure': Beloved Calif. state beach closed until further notice

Visitors disappointed as Refugio State Beach remains closed for repairs due to storm damage, including fallen date palms and sinkholes.

Atmospheric river storms are getting stronger, and deadlier. The race to understand them is on

Scientists are using advanced tools to measure and study atmospheric rivers like the recent storm in California.
Warming oceans are making atmospheric rivers more dangerous, causing deadly floods and significant damage.
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Isla Vista bluff collapses during storm, damaging a student apartment balcony

A balcony on a bluff in Isla Vista is eroded, nearly falling into the ocean after record breaking rains in Southern California.
The terrace on the 6700 block of Del Playa Drive is cracked and hanging off the edge of the bluff, which has been eaten away by coastal erosion over the past few decades.

California storm causes as much as $11 billion in damages

The recent storm in California has caused an estimated $9 billion to $11 billion in damage and economic losses.
Global warming is predicted to increase the intensity of both deluges and droughts in California.
Evacuation orders were issued for parts of Montecito, a coastal enclave home to celebrities including Oprah Winfrey and Meghan Markle.

Is my tree at risk of falling? As wind sweeps Northern California, use these tips to tell

Trees toppled in Sacramento due to strong winds
Tips on recognizing a tree at risk of falling and responsibility for fallen tree damages

Diverse forests of slow-growing trees more resilient to storms, study finds

Forests with diverse tree species are more resilient to storms than monocultures
The type of trees also matters, with hardwood species being more resilient than conifers

Mauritius on highest alert as tropical storm Belal batters Indian Ocean island

Mauritius raised a cyclone warning alert to maximum as tropical storm Belal caused havoc on the island.
Thousands of people were without power and there was one fatality in a road accident caused by the storm.

Brooklyn Small Businesses Devastated by September 29 Floods Receive $75,000 in Grants

The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce dispersed $75,000 in grant checks to small businesses affected by a rainstorm in September.
New York Presbyterian Health System and Wells Fargo Bank provided the funding for the grants.
12 businesses received grant checks to help them recover from storm damage.

Refugio State Beach closed for repairs, but officials hope to reopen it later this summer

Refugio State Beach in Santa Barbara County, California, remains closed due to extensive winter storm damage with plans to reopen in the summer.
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