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Published on May 7, 2025

Streets begin to flood in New Orleans as severe weather hits area. See the list.

Heavy downpours and gusty winds brought street flooding to parts of New Orleans on Wednesday morning, with more rain expected throughout the day. Street flooding has been reported along Earhart Boulevard beneath U.S. 90, on Canal Boulevard in Navarre and …

Source: Nola - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Florida weather: State smashed by more severe storms with ping pong-sized hail amid relentless rain

Around 16 million Florida residents are currently living in drought conditions, with levels reaching extreme in some regions, but that could be set to change amid a major shift in the weather pattern. Over the weekend, much of Florida was drenched as a wet …

Source: Irish Star - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Do you know what to do when a hurricane is coming?

When a storm is forecast to impact your area, take action immediately to be ready. Now is the time to cover your windows and secure loose outdoor items. Have multiple options when it comes to shelter. May 7 is day four of Hurricane Preparedness Week and …

Source: Northwest Florida Daily News - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Condo reform law approved by Florida House

Cutting it close, State Rep. Vicki Lopez's condo reform bill was approved in the waning days of the 2025 Florida Legislature, and is now an enrolled bill. Wednesday, the Florida House unanimously approved the final version of HB 913, sending it to Gov. …

Source: Islander News - Florida - Indeterminate
Published on May 7, 2025

Clean up of hurricane debris is underway at the Broad River

The project, funded by state and federal funds, will remove debris like trees, tires, and appliances. Work is expected to be completed by the end of summer with minimal disruption to public access. Cleveland County has hired a contractor to clean up …

Source: Shelby Star - North Carolina - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Hurricanes and earthquakes could lead to $300bn in global insured losses, finds Swiss Re Institute

07-05-25 / Kwanele Sibanda Hurricanes and earthquakes could lead to $300bn in global insured losses, finds Swiss Re Institute Zurich - 2025 started with wildfires in Los Angeles, causing an estimated US$40 billion in insured losses. While these losses …

Source: Insurance Biz South Africa - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Florida home insurance premiums near top nationwide

New data from Bankrate.com reveals that Florida homeowners are now paying some of the highest home insurance premiums in the country, second only to tornado-prone Nebraska. On average, Floridians shell out about $5,400 annually for home insurance.In …

Source: ABC7 - Florida - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Hurricanes Turn Heads with High Ranking in Joel Klatt’s Top 25

Spring practice is over. As college football teams prepare for summer workouts, post-spring rankings are popping up all over. One such ranking was submitted by college football analyst Joel Klatt of Fox Sports. One team that showed up in Klatt’s rankings …

Source: Yahoo Sports - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Preparing mentally for hurricane season while recovering from last year's storms

Hurricane season is always stressful. And it may weigh even heavier as you continue to recover from last year’s storms. So, how are you coping and dealing with the unknowns as hurricane season arrives on June 1? On this episode of Florida Matters, we …

Source: WUSF - Florida - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 7, 2025

Treasure Island fires city manager just weeks before hurricane season begins

TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. - With just three weeks until the start of hurricane season, Treasure Island city commissioners made a shocking and unexpected decision Monday night: They voted to fire City Manager Chuck Anderson. Big picture view: In a 3-2 vote …

Source: FOX 13 Tampa Bay - Florida - Indeterminate
Published on May 10, 2025

Panic as US vacation rental boom collapses and owners rush to sell at steep discounts

Vacation homes are being dumped at a rapid rate as fresh fears of a housing market crash — and a shrinking pool of renters — rattle sellers. The number of people buying second homes has plunged to its lowest level since records began, and is under a third …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on May 10, 2025

Tornado causes damage, minor injuries, sheriff says

HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WTVY) - Holmes County, Florida, Sheriff John Tate said he will survey damage caused by a tornado from the air on Saturday afternoon. He said initial reports indicate the twister inflicted damage on a few homes and caused what Tate …

Source: WTVY - Alabama - Pending
Published on May 10, 2025

Sabrina Valenti | NOAA cuts put coastal communities at risk

By Sabrina B. Valenti Every summer brings the familiar joys of sunny weather, family barbecues, and beach vacations. But for Americans on the Gulf or Atlantic coasts, the daily weather forecast always comes with a constant thrum of worry — any small …

Source: Times-Standard - California - Neutral
Published on May 10, 2025

N.Y. weather forecast: Here's what to expect this summer

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — It’s no secret that New York can get pretty warm in summer. But this year looks to be even hotter than usual. AccuWeather recently issued its summer outlook for 2025, which revealed temperatures in New York City and the rest of the …

Source: SI Live - New York - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Getting back to business after the storm

Jacksonville, Fl – Each time I return home to see the scars left behind from Hurricane Helene in Treasure Island. Months later, I see slow improvements. Salt-washed storefronts that were shuttered for months are open but others may never return. A few of …

Source: News4Jax - Florida - Neutral
Published on May 10, 2025

NOAA puts coastal communities at risk

Every summer brings the familiar joys of sunny weather, family barbecues, and beach vacations. But for Americans on the Gulf or Atlantic coasts, the daily weather forecast always comes with a constant thrum of worry — any small disturbance in the Atlantic …

Source: The Bradenton Times - Florida - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

How To Find Your Ideal Retirement Spot

The Villages, a fast-growing active retirement haven in central Florida north of Orlando, is one of Forbes' Best Places To Retire In 2025. Michael Warren/Getty Images Ken and Kathy Granacki are doing retirement their way. In their early 50s they …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on May 10, 2025

Acting Head of FEMA Ousted as Trump Seemingly Moves to Eliminate the Agency

One day after the acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency said that eliminating FEMA was not “in the best interest of the American people,” the Trump administration ousted him. Now, as the country heads into the stretch of months most prone …

Source: Inside Climate News - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

'Don't get in my way,' new acting head of federal disaster agency warns in call with staff

FILE - A neighborhood still flooded from Hurricane Milton prepares to have the FEMA Disaster Recover Center covert to a polling location for the general election on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, in Ridge Manor, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Carlson, File) WASHINGTON (AP …

Source: Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia - Pending

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

Wildfires Erupts in Syria, Firefighters Battle Harsh Terrain, Heat

(MENAFN) Wildfires that erupted on Wednesday in Syria's coastal Latakia province have burned through over 30 hectares of rural land, the Syrian Civil Defense reported on Sunday. Authorities confirmed there have been no injuries or residential damage …

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 08:49 GMT

Floods Leave Dozens Dead, Missing in DRC

(MENAFN) About 62 individuals have been confirmed deceased and 50 others are still unaccounted for following destructive flooding that inundated villages along Lake Tanganyika in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu …

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 07:55 GMT

Severe Floods Devastate DRC Villages, Claiming Over 62 Lives

(MENAFN) Authorities in the eastern South Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo confirmed that at least 62 people died and another 50 are still missing after severe flooding ravaged villages along Lake Tanganyika. The disaster struck the …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:37 GMT

Stronger than the Storm and NEW DAY to Host Psychological First Aid Training at 2025 Governor's Hurricane Conference

Participants to Learn How to Respond During Crises, Disasters, and Traumatic Events; Hurricane Conference Takes Place May 11-16, 2025, in West Palm Beach, FL WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stronger than …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:14 GMT

Open Hearts Foundation Awards $30,000 in Wildfire Relief Grants

Supporting Displaced Families and Chronically Ill Patients in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles County, Open Hearts Foundation awarded $30 …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:59 GMT

Gov. Kemp Signs FY26 Budget - Providing Hurricane Helene Relief and Important Investments in Education, Healthcare, and ...

ATLANTA, GEORGIA, May 9 - Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lt. Governor Burt Jones, House Appropriations Chairman Hatchett, constitutional officers, and members of the Georgia General Assembly, and state leaders today signed the …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

California launches new AI-powered chatbot that provides wildfire resources in 70 languages

Whether looking for home hardening strategies, defensible space guidance, or the latest on wildfire incidents over 10 acres across the state, users now have a simpler, more accessible way to get the answers they need—any time, day or night. “In an era of …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Latimer County, Oklahoma

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

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:14 GMT

Open Hearts Foundation Awards $30,000 in Wildfire Relief Grants

Supporting Displaced Families and Chronically Ill Patients in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles County, Open Hearts Foundation awarded $30 …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:39 GMT

Addressing the Rise of Mold Biotoxin Illnesses Amid Extreme Weather: A Metabolic Approach to Healing

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), a debilitating condition often triggered by mold exposure, affects millions of Americans—many of whom remain undiagnosed. With …

Distribution channels: Environment, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 18:42 GMT

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) CONFERENCE & EXPO WILL RETURN TO MANDALAY BAY CONVENTION CENTER, JUNE 16-18

The premier event for fire & life safety professionals to address today’s leading issues, challenges and trends LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Fire Protection® (NFPA®) annual Conference & Expo …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

FEMA May Assist With Disaster Affected Wells and Septic Systems in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners in disaster-declared counties whose wells or septic systems were damaged by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for financial help from FEMA. Septic systems …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

FEMA May Assist With Disaster Affected Wells and Septic Systems in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners in disaster-declared counties whose wells or septic systems were damaged by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for financial help from FEMA. Septic systems …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Latimer County, Oklahoma

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

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

Apply with FEMA Even If You Have Insurance

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky residents who were affected by the April 2 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for disaster assistance even if you have insurance. Under federal law, FEMA cannot duplicate …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:29 GMT

Prescribed Burning Supports Community Risk Reduction Across Louisiana Landscapes

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As wildfire risks rise across many Southern landscapes, prescribed burning has emerged as a critical land management tool for reducing combustible vegetation, restoring ecological …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:27 GMT

Gulf 52 Addresses Critical Need for Effective Evacuation Routes in Densely Populated Regions

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As urban centers across South Louisiana and the Gulf Coast continue to grow, the challenge of executing efficient evacuation strategies during emergencies has become increasingly …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

Kimberly’s Canine Care Partners with spcaLA to Support Wildfire Relief Efforts for Displaced Animals

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Southern California, Kimberly’s Canine Care, an online pet parent apparel shop known for its stylish products and commitment to …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 22:42 GMT

Norwall PowerSystems Announces Generac's New 28kW Generator

The New Generac 28kW Generator is just months away. Entire line gets a makeover: new cabinets, engine improvements, Mobile link, controller, and transfer switch LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Norwall …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 02:38 GMT

Los granjeros y trabajadores agrícolas pueden ser elegibles para recibir asistencia de FEMA

FRANKFORT, Kentucky —Los granjeros y peones agrícolas de Kentucky cuyas herramientas o equipos fueron dañados por las tormentas severas, vientos directos, tornados, deslizamientos de tierra y de lodo ocurridos en febrero y abril pueden ser elegibles para …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 02:38 GMT

Displacement Assistance

Displacement Assistance helps survivors who can’t return to their home following a disaster by giving them up-front money to help with immediate housing needs. What is Displacement Assistance? Displacement Assistance is money you can use to stay in a …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Eastern Tennessee Communities Awarded $2 Million for Helene Costs

The state of Tennessee and FEMA have awarded nearly $2 million for emergency and permanent work to repair bridges, restore utilities, remove debris and take measures to protect 14 Eastern Tennessee counties affected by Tropical Storm Helene. The major …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Wyoming County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) closing permanently Friday, May 9

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in Wyoming County is closing permanently Friday, May 9, 2025, at 6 p.m. The center is located at: Wyoming County Disaster Recovery Center Wyoming Court House 24 Main Ave Pineville, WV …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

Jase Adds 5 Essential Meds to Its Case Becoming the First Medication Supply Company With This Comprehensive Coverage

Jase, the leader in emergency preparedness and personal medical supply kits, has officially upgraded its flagship product—the Jase Case. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase, the leader in emergency …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

Ashley Paul Releases Heartfelt New Mother’s Day Anthem 'Mother’s and Daughters'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ashley Paul releases a deeply emotional and soul-baring new single just in time for Mother’s Day, titled “Mothers and Daughters.” The song was written …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 01:48 GMT

FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available

LOS ANGELES – If you received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while working toward your permanent housing goals, we encourage you to stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA) may be available …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Georgia Survivors Have Received More Than $549 Million for Helene Recovery

As of May 5, more than $549 million in federal assistance and low-interest loans has gone out to Hurricane Helene survivors in Georgia Eight months after the devastating storm, families and individuals have received money for basic repairs to their homes, …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:16 GMT

FEMA Encourages Eligible Kentucky Disaster Survivors of April Storms To Apply for Programs Before the Assistance ...

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA is encouraging eligible Kentucky disaster survivors to apply for assistance programs including Child Care, Serious Needs Assistance and Displacement Assistance before the June 25 deadline. Do not miss out on assistance that may be …

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