Monday, September 18 2017 9:11 AM EDT2017-09-18 13:11:40 GMT
Tuesday, September 19 2017 4:53 AM EDT2017-09-19 08:53:17 GMT
Natural disasters such as this summer's hurricanes and wildfires can put a strain on state budgets, especially those experiencing an economic slowdown.
Natural disasters such as this summer's hurricanes and wildfires can put a strain on state budgets, especially those experiencing an economic slowdown.
Monday, September 18 2017 12:13 AM EDT2017-09-18 04:13:11 GMT
Tuesday, September 19 2017 12:25 AM EDT2017-09-19 04:25:00 GMT
Maria is expected to become much stronger over the next 48 hours, following a path that would take it near many of the islands wrecked by Hurricane Irma and on to Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Maria is expected to become much stronger over the next 48 hours, following a path that would take it near many of the islands wrecked by Hurricane Irma and on to Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Monday, September 18 2017 9:31 PM EDT2017-09-19 01:31:56 GMT
Tuesday, September 19 2017 12:23 AM EDT2017-09-19 04:23:08 GMT
Two-time Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro came to the United Nations on Monday to appeal to all countries and organizations to help rebuild the devastated Caribbean island of Barbuda and ensure that "paradise is...
Two-time Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro came to the United Nations on Monday to appeal to all countries and organizations to help rebuild the devastated Caribbean island of Barbuda and ensure that "paradise is not lost.".
Monday, September 18 2017 3:51 AM EDT2017-09-18 07:51:37 GMT
Monday, September 18 2017 10:24 AM EDT2017-09-18 14:24:04 GMT
A new Associated Press analysis shows that rising sea levels and fierce storms have failed to stop relentless population growth along U.S. coasts in recent years.
A new Associated Press analysis shows that rising sea levels and fierce storms have failed to stop relentless population growth along U.S. coasts in recent years.
Saturday, September 16 2017 3:39 PM EDT2017-09-16 19:39:39 GMT
Monday, September 18 2017 9:22 AM EDT2017-09-18 13:22:03 GMT
Population growth and development along U.S. coastlines are increasing faster than in inland areas, potentially putting more people and buildings in the path of future destruction from violent storms and rising sea...
Population growth and development along U.S. coastlines are increasing faster than in inland areas, potentially putting more people and buildings in the path of future destruction from violent storms and rising sea levels.
Sunday, September 17 2017 10:21 AM EDT2017-09-17 14:21:25 GMT
Monday, September 18 2017 9:04 AM EDT2017-09-18 13:04:53 GMT
The man overseeing Texas' Hurricane Harvey rebuilding efforts sees his job as "future-proofing" before the next disaster, but he will face the same political and bureaucratic challenges that have long stalled...
The man overseeing Texas' Hurricane Harvey rebuilding efforts sees his job as "future-proofing" before the next disaster, but he will face the same political and bureaucratic challenges that have long stalled meaningful storm protection improvements.
Monday, September 18 2017 6:57 AM EDT2017-09-18 10:57:38 GMT
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While the long-term effects of hurricanes on birds is not fully understood, ornithologists do understand that many species normally seen mostly at sea are caught up in the hurricane winds and distributed widely outside their normal ranges.
While the long-term effects of hurricanes on birds is not fully understood, ornithologists do understand that many species normally seen mostly at sea are caught up in the hurricane winds and distributed widely outside their normal ranges.
Sunday, September 17 2017 12:12 AM EDT2017-09-17 04:12:51 GMT
Monday, September 18 2017 12:24 AM EDT2017-09-18 04:24:10 GMT
Hurricane season roared on as Jose threatened heavy surf along the U.S. East Coast, Tropical Storm Norma was set to brush Mexico's resort-studded Baja California Peninsula, and Tropical Storm Maria formed and was...
Hurricane season roared on as Jose threatened heavy surf along the U.S. East Coast, Tropical Storm Norma was set to brush Mexico's resort-studded Baja California Peninsula, and Tropical Storm Maria formed and was expected to strengthen into a hurricane.
Saturday, September 16 2017 3:09 PM EDT2017-09-16 19:09:47 GMT
Sunday, September 17 2017 10:23 AM EDT2017-09-17 14:23:20 GMT
Officials in Florida are going door-to-door warning residents who live near the Withlacoochee River north of the Tampa Bay area of the potential for record-high flooding in the coming days.
Officials in Florida are going door-to-door warning residents who live near the Withlacoochee River north of the Tampa Bay area of the potential for record-high flooding in the coming days.
Saturday, September 16 2017 8:19 AM EDT2017-09-16 12:19:34 GMT
Sunday, September 17 2017 10:04 AM EDT2017-09-17 14:04:25 GMT
Three days after Hurricane Irma hit Florida, the first 911 call from the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills came in. Then came another call. Then another.
Three days after Hurricane Irma hit Florida, the first 911 call from the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills came in. Then came another call. Then another.
Saturday, September 16 2017 2:59 PM EDT2017-09-16 18:59:52 GMT
Sunday, September 17 2017 7:31 AM EDT2017-09-17 11:31:40 GMT
Hurricane season is roaring on as Norma edges toward Mexico's resort-studded Baja California Peninsula, Jose threatens heavy surf along the U.S. East Coast and Tropical Storm Lee forms in the Atlantic far from land.
Hurricane season is roaring on as Norma edges toward Mexico's resort-studded Baja California Peninsula, Jose threatens heavy surf along the U.S. East Coast and Tropical Storm Lee forms in the Atlantic far from land.
The National Hurricane Center confirmed the development of both Tropical Storm Lee and Tropical Storm Maria Saturday, the 12th and 13th named storms of the 2017 hurricane season.
The National Hurricane Center confirmed the development of both Tropical Storm Lee and Tropical Storm Maria Saturday, the 12th and 13th named storms of the 2017 hurricane season.
Friday, September 15 2017 7:48 AM EDT2017-09-15 11:48:58 GMT
Saturday, September 16 2017 9:01 AM EDT2017-09-16 13:01:31 GMT
The Florida nun who became a viral sensation when she helped clear trees downed by Hurricane Irma says she had to Google instructions on how to start the chain saw. She laughed at being called the 'chain saw nun,'...
The Florida nun who became a viral sensation when she helped clear trees downed by Hurricane Irma says she had to Google instructions on how to start the chain saw. She laughed at being called the 'chain saw nun,' but said she didn't mind the attention.
Wednesday, September 13 2017 11:20 AM EDT2017-09-13 15:20:49 GMT
Friday, September 15 2017 11:12 AM EDT2017-09-15 15:12:38 GMT
A group selfie from some Florida police officers has caused a social media stir, prompting some Facebook users to inquire about their marital status and others to ask to be arrested.
A group selfie from some Florida police officers has caused a social media stir, prompting some Facebook users to inquire about their marital status and others to ask to be arrested.
Thursday, September 14 2017 3:08 AM EDT2017-09-14 07:08:11 GMT
Friday, September 15 2017 7:00 AM EDT2017-09-15 11:00:26 GMT
Florida emergency workers have been urged to immediately check the welfare of those in nursing homes after eight people died in a scorching facility that lost its air conditioning in the storm.
Florida emergency workers have been urged to immediately check the welfare of those in nursing homes after eight people died in a scorching facility that lost its air conditioning in the storm.
Thursday, September 14 2017 4:08 PM EDT2017-09-14 20:08:26 GMT
Friday, September 15 2017 6:32 AM EDT2017-09-15 10:32:17 GMT
Caribbean families with U.S. citizenship are separating to rebuild their lives after Hurricane Irma devastated several islands last week as a Category 5 storm.
Caribbean families with U.S. citizenship are separating to rebuild their lives after Hurricane Irma devastated several islands last week as a Category 5 storm.
Thursday, September 14 2017 11:18 AM EDT2017-09-14 15:18:36 GMT
Thursday, September 14 2017 5:29 PM EDT2017-09-14 21:29:09 GMT
Tropical Storm Norma has formed far off Mexico's western Pacific coast and is expected to gain strength and move toward the resort-studded Baja California peninsula.
Tropical Storm Norma has formed far off Mexico's western Pacific coast and is expected to gain strength and move toward the resort-studded Baja California peninsula.
Wednesday, September 13 2017 6:17 AM EDT2017-09-13 10:17:36 GMT
Thursday, September 14 2017 3:51 PM EDT2017-09-14 19:51:39 GMT
France's president is promising to rebuild stronger Caribbean territories amid anger over his response to Hurricane Irma. In a news conference Tuesday, he promised to evacuate those who want to leave and provide...
France's president is promising to rebuild stronger Caribbean territories amid anger over his response to Hurricane Irma. In a news conference Tuesday, he promised to evacuate those who want to leave and provide services and shelter to those who stay.
Saturday, September 9 2017 10:57 AM EDT2017-09-09 14:57:42 GMT
Thursday, September 14 2017 4:10 AM EDT2017-09-14 08:10:37 GMT
In the whirr of Hurricane Irma preparations, drug users in Miami's Overtown neighborhood stocked up on sterile water they'll use to mix their heroin and clean syringes they'll use to inject it.
In the whirr of Hurricane Irma preparations, drug users in Miami's Overtown neighborhood stocked up on sterile water they'll use to mix their heroin and clean syringes they'll use to inject it.
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, first responders in Florida are most likely focused on recovery efforts, but sometimes people make recovering after a natural disaster a little difficult.
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, first responders in Florida are most likely focused on recovery efforts, but sometimes people make recovering after a natural disaster a little difficult.
Wednesday, September 13 2017 5:29 PM EDT2017-09-13 21:29:47 GMT
Wednesday, September 13 2017 5:29 PM EDT2017-09-13 21:29:47 GMT
A couple in Key West showed tremendous bravery during the storm, staying behind to protect eight dolphins at the Island Dolphin Care facility they run.
A couple in Key West showed tremendous bravery during the storm, staying behind to protect eight dolphins at the Island Dolphin Care facility they run.
Wednesday, September 13 2017 4:17 AM EDT2017-09-13 08:17:30 GMT
Wednesday, September 13 2017 3:42 PM EDT2017-09-13 19:42:17 GMT
Hurricane Irma ended up sparing Tampa the catastrophic wind damage and flooding that many feared, but experts say the region is unprepared for the bad storm that will one day make a direct hit there.
Hurricane Irma ended up sparing Tampa the catastrophic wind damage and flooding that many feared, but experts say the region is unprepared for the bad storm that will one day make a direct hit there.
Wednesday, September 13 2017 3:27 AM EDT2017-09-13 07:27:39 GMT
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Elderly flood victims Vera Dupuis and husband Joseph: A decision to stay put in their swamped senior citizens building they've called home for more than a quarter century.
Elderly flood victims Vera Dupuis and husband Joseph: A decision to stay put in their swamped senior citizens building they've called home for more than a quarter century.
Wednesday, September 13 2017 7:14 AM EDT2017-09-13 11:14:48 GMT
Wednesday, September 13 2017 7:40 AM EDT2017-09-13 11:40:15 GMT
An off-duty officer in Miami was driving through the neighborhood when he stopped in his tracks and filmed the nun at work with a chainsaw, helping clear debris.
An off-duty officer in Miami was driving through the neighborhood when he stopped in his tracks and filmed the nun at work with a chainsaw, helping clear debris.
Here's a look at some of the costliest U.S. hurricanes and their impact. The information comes from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Association.
Here's a look at some of the costliest U.S. hurricanes and their impact. The information comes from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Association.
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Flash Flood Warnings are issued for an area by the local National Weather Service Office. In Tucson, that office is located on the University of Arizona campus. The meteorologists on duty at the time
The extremes of flash floods can be seen on streamflow gauges located across the area.
