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Wood thinned from forests prevents wildfires and heats Native American homes

Growing up on the Washoe tribal land spread across Nevada and California known as Hung-A-Lel-Ti territory, Kenneth Cruz started splitting wood when he was around 12. The youngest of eight — seven boys and one girl, with one brother living elsewhere — to a …

Multiple soldiers injured in Lismore, NSW as two army trucks collide on their way to help flood-hit region

Dozens of soldiers have been injured after two Australian Defence Force trucks collided in northern NSW. The crash happened on Tregeagle Rd in Tregeagle on Saturday about 5pm, with up to 36 people injured in the horrific incident. Nineteen ambulance crews …

Dozens injured after army trucks crash in flood zone

In southeast Queensland, residents are still being battered by destructive winds after ex-tropical cyclone Alfred was downgraded, with gusts more than 90km/h recorded on the Gold Coast on Saturday afternoon.

Ex-Cyclone Alfred reaches mainland as heavy rain and damaging floods expected

Queenslanders are facing a massive clean-up task, with more than 260,000 homes and businesses left without power on Saturday, as residents of south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales remain on watch for damaging floods and significant rainfall. …

Officials monitoring Mohawk River, breaking up ice sheets in bid to stave off jams, floods

SCHENECTADY COUNTY, NY (WRGB) — Niskayuna and New York state canal officials are continuing to monitor water levels of the Mohawk River for potential flooding due to ice jams. In the past, ice jams have forced evacuations in the Niskayuna and Rotterdam …

Look out for hippos, crocodiles in flood waters, govt warns

THE Ministry of Tourism has urged the public especially those residing in flood-prone areas and near water bodies to exercise extreme caution, warning that there is an increase of hippos and crocodiles in these regions. In a statement, Friday, Ministry of …

Naples family scammed $30K in hurricane repair fraud

Whitney Christy and her family fell victim to a contractor impersonation scheme, losing over $30,000 in supposed hurricane repairs. “I’m still shocked how big of a scheme it turned into,” said Christy. Reife Nels Peterson, also known as RJ, was arrested …

Weathering the Storm – Part 2: Construction Insurance’s Protection Against Natural Disasters

In the wake of increasingly frequent natural disasters, construction insurance has become more critical than ever. While many stakeholders view insurance as just another project cost, it is actually your first line of defense against catastrophic losses …

Stallions stifle Tornadoes in 4th round

FAIRMONT — Ahead of Friday’s fourth-round 2A state playoff game, Fairmont girls basketball coach Marcus Thompson said of Southeast Alamance’s defense: “Their zone is very good, they don’t make a lot of mistakes in their zone.” Once the game between the …

Morocco: Two children killed in floods

Struggling with a debilitating drought, Morocco is now experiencing heavy rainfall resulting in floods that have been causing destruction and deaths. Several regions of the country have been hit by devastating floods, claiming the lives of at least two …

Civic hackers tackle needs of L.A. wildfire survivors

At the GitHub headquarters in San Francisco on Wednesday, roughly 100 developers gathered for a hackathon, attempting to use their coding skills to bring information and services to survivors of the recent Los Angeles wildfires. Jason Lally, California’s …

Flood Disaster: How Nigeria lost 314 lives in 3 months

•North accounts for 90% of deaths •Why northern cities’re flooded in ‘dry season’ – Experts By Clifford Ndujihe IN the last three months, no fewer than 314 Nigerians have been drowned across the country by furious floods with the northern part of Nigeria …

Floods: 418 people evacuated in Beaufort

KOTA KINABALU: A total of 418 people from 121 families have been evacuated due to the floods in Beaufort as of 8am on Saturday (March 8), with the Membakut expected to be the next district to be affected. The Sabah Disaster Management Committee Secretariat …

Beat Hurricanes to Progress: Seruvakula

Seruvakula indicated that Iliesa Erenavula was selected as captain because of his leadership qualities. Fiji Under-20 head coach Senirusi Seruvakula. The Sportsworld Fiji Under-20 team must win their first match against the Hurricanes if they are to …

Ten dead, hundreds evacuated in Argentina floods

At least ten people were killed and more than a thousand evacuated in the Argentine port city of Bahia Blanca on Friday as torrential rains flooded homes and hospitals, destroyed roads and forced officials to cut power. Eight hours of nonstop rain left the …

3 Essential Money Moves To Rebuild After A Natural Disaster

MadameNoire Featured Video Source: Jason Armond / Getty The Los Angeles wildfires that scorched large parts of the county in January are estimated to exceed $250 billion in total damage and economic loss. Aside from the emotional and mental toll that …

UK signee Acaden Lewis wanted to help eastern Kentucky flood victims

When Kentucky basketball commit Acaden Lewis and his father, Jarett, learned about the devastating floods in eastern Kentucky, they wanted to do something to help. “We are big on community service,” Jarett Lewis explained. × Javascript is required for you …

Moana Pasifika vs Hurricanes recap: Super Rugby Pacific round four

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following the February Severe Storms and Floods

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Kentucky homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and floods may …

Disaster Recovery Centers in Mingo and Wyoming Counties, W.Va. Opening Monday March 10

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Two Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will be opening on Monday March 10, at 8:00 a.m. One DRC will open in Mingo County at Williamson Campus in Williamson, WV and the other will open in Wyoming County at the Wyoming County Courthouse in …

XOP Networks and Exacom Partner to Deliver Enhanced Communication Solutions

Our combined solutions enhance functionality, reliability, security, and compliance of mission-critical communications for the shared customer base. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XOP Networks, a leading provider …

SorbiForce Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on StartEngine to Scale U.S. Production Amid Growing Market Demand

SorbiForce Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on StartEngine PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SorbiForce, a pioneer in sustainable battery technology, has launched a new crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine as part of …

ADDITIONAL ENTERTAINERS ADDED TO TOMORROW’S TWO VIRGINIAS, ONE MISSION TELETHON

BLUEFIELD, WV, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Two Virginias will unite for an unprecedented evening of entertainment and community support during the Two Virginias, One Mission telethon. The event will be broadcast live …

FEMA Extends Deadline to Apply for Wildfire Disaster Assistance

LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles County homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured or underinsured damage to their property from the January wildfires have a few weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA has extended the application deadline to …

FEMA Application Deadline Extended for North Carolinians

HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, FEMA has extended the deadline to apply for assistance after Tropical Storm Helene to April 7, 2025. FEMA may be able to help with temporary lodging, basic home repairs, personal property loss …

Pierce Aerospace B1 Remote ID Beacon Selected for to DIU’s Blue UAS Framework

Pierce Aerospace announced that DIU selected the company's B1 Remote ID Beacon for the Blue UAS Framework. FISHERS, IN, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pierce Aerospace, a dual-use aerospace technology firm and global …

Backstage at Larsen’s: a star-studded charity event to support fire victims in Southern California

The highly anticipated Backstage at Larsen’s charity event at Larsen’s Steakhouse Woodland Hills was a resounding success. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated Backstage at Larsen’s charity …

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following the February Severe Storms and Floods

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Kentucky homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and floods may …

FEMA Encourages Survivors to Apply for Assistance; More Than $1 Million Has Been Approved to Date

Charleston, W.Va.— More than $1 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 1,334 households in West Virginia following the impacts of the severe storm and flooding on February 15. This milestone, which was reached just one week after …

Be Alert to Fraud After Kentucky Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Kentuckians should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after recent flooding. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, …

Leadership Book, "Serving From The Heart" Featuring Leadership Authority Garrett Milby Hits #1 in under 6 hours

Renowned Speaker,Media Coach and Leadership Authority Tricia Andreassen Co-Authors with Garrett Milby on Best-Selling Book Highlighting Servant Leadership HICKORY NC, NC, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leadership Book called …

Lessons from Recent Hurricanes: What Homeowners and Businesses Should Know

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent hurricanes have demonstrated the ongoing risks that severe storms pose to homes, businesses, and infrastructure in the Gulf region. Strong winds, heavy rainfall, and storm …

Understanding Smoke Damage and Effective Remediation Methods

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage extends beyond visible stains and odors, affecting structural materials, air quality, and long-term property integrity. The complexity of smoke residue requires a strategic …

YU2SHINE Introduces Empower-mE®’s 'Mini Meds': 3-Minute Meditations for Energy Alignment

only THREE minutes away from a better state of mind. BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE, the global leader in Quantum Personal Development™, proudly unveils 'Mini Meds,' the latest feature in the Empower-mE® …

ALLATRA IPM Discussed Climate Research and Systemic Challenges with Ben-Gurion University Experts in Israel

BEER SHEVA, ISRAEL, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maryna Ovtsynova, President of the ALLATRA International Public Movement, along with Kamilla Marchenko, President of ALLATRA ISRAEL CLIMATE SOLUTIONS, and Anna Kotlyar, ALLATRA Israel …

Ky Alicia Thomas Foundation Hosts Giveback Event to Support High School Students Affected by Eaton Canyon Wildfires

Providing Grad Night & Prom scholarships, mental health support, and community healing for students impacted by the wildfires. PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ky Alicia Thomas Foundation & Friends is …

Surviving the Next Big Disaster: Practical Tips from a Prep Expert in a One-Hour Webinar

Join Jennifer Heller, disaster prepping expert and founder of Here Comes the Apocalypse, for the “I’m Sorry You Have to Prep” Webinar. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jennifer Heller, founder of Here Comes the …

Estill, Johnson, Simpson Counties Now Eligible for FEMA Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Additional counties in the commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for Kentucky’s severe storms and flooding that took place from Feb. 14, 2025, and continuing.  Homeowners and renters in Estill, Johnson …

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Trinity County, Texas

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Trinity County, Texas. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …