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Odds of new tropical development increase near Mexico on heels of Hurricane Erick

Just on the heels of Hurricane Erick, forecast models indicate there's a new area to watch for tropical development off the coast of Mexico.  ACAPULCO, Mexico – A cluster of thunderstorms in the Eastern Pacific Ocean has put the National Hurricane …

Hurricane Erick in Mexico damages businesses and boats

Hurricane Erick in Mexico has decimated businesses and stranded dozens of boats. This is the first major hurricane of the season, with another eight to 11 windstorms expected to hit the country. It is expected to move inland over Southern Mexico, with …

Poas volcano (Costa Rica) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 11 June-17 June 2025 (Continuing ...

Wed, 18 Jun 2025, 14:00 | BY: VN The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica-Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported continued activity at Poás during 10-17 June. Due to a sustained decrease in seismicity, a shift from inflation to …

WATCH | Hurricane Erick weakens to tropical storm over Mexico, leaves trail of damage

Officials cautioned that Erick's intense rains remained dangerous. “Life-threatening flooding and mudslides are expected, especially in areas of steep terrain,” the US National Hurricane Center said, forecasting up to 20cm of rain for Guerrero state …

Imagine Waking Up and Everything is Gone: The Urgent Need to Protect the Caribbean’s Digital Borders

Imagine waking up one morning and every system you rely on—your bank, your government portal, your hospital, your business—is locked, corrupted, or completely offline. No electricity bill can be paid. No patient records can be accessed. Flights can’t be …

‘No turning back now’

WESTERN BUREAU: After more than a decade of delays and broken promises, Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie says the long-overdue work on the Negril Fruit and Vegetable Market is set to begin in the next three months. “There is no turning back now …

Acapulco spared by Hurricane Erick's fury as storm hits southern Mexico

The Mexican resort of Acapulco awoke on Thursday under dark clouds, but without a drop of rain and small waves lapping at its central beach. It appeared the town had dodged the worst at least in terms of strong winds. The Associated Press

Water pipe burst forces newly-opened Cross Plains Mexican restaurant to close for repairs

Water pipe bursts, shutting down restaurant for repairs CROSS PLAINS (WKOW) – A burst water pipe has left a new local restaurant in pieces and a family scrambling to clean up the mess. Cece’s Reyes Tacos, a family-owned Mexican restaurant in Cross Plains, …

Erick turns rainmaker after hitting southern Mexico's Pacific coast as a strong hurricane

ACAPULCO, Mexico (AP) — With a steady rain falling on Acapulco, residents and remaining tourists emerged Thursday evening to walk outside or visit the few open businesses as the tropical depression that once was powerful Hurricane Erick scraped by ju …

Mexico assesses damage from Hurricane Erick as rising rivers leave at least 1 dead

Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of America remain quiet

We are almost three weeks into the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season and fortunately the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of America have remained quiet. The National Hurricane Center in Miami says no tropical activity is expected over the next …

Hurricane Erick Breaks Records as it Makes Landfall in Mexico

Early Thursday morning, Hurricane Erick made landfall along Mexico’s southwestern coast in the state of Oaxaca as a powerful Category 3 storm - producing winds of 125 mph, torrential rainfall, and life-threatening flooding. Erick is the earliest major …

Erick hits southwestern Mexico as Category 3 hurricane

Widespread damage but no deaths have been reported after Hurricane Erick made landfall as a major Category 3 storm along the southwestern coast of Mexico, according to officials. The cyclone has since weakened to a tropical depression. Hurricane Erick came …

Erick downgraded to Category 1 after drenching south Mexico's Oaxaca, Guerrero states

MEXICO CITY, June 19 (Xinhua) -- Hurricane Erick was downgraded to a Category 1 on the Saffir-Simpson scale of storm intensity as it dumped rain on southern Mexico Thursday, causing floods, damage to homes, power outages and roadblocks in parts of Oaxaca …

Hurricane Erick slammed into southern Mexico as a Category 3 storm before weakening as it moved inland

Barron, WI (54812) Today Thunderstorms this evening will give way to steady rain overnight. A few storms may be severe. Low 62F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 70%.. Tonight Thunderstorms this evening will give way to steady rain overnight. A few …

Canada Updates Travel Advisory For Cuba: 'Shortages Of Basic Necessities' Sparks Yellow Code

Once again, the government of Canada has issued a new travel advisory for one of the most popular countries in the Caribbean: Cuba. Officially known as the Republic of Cuba, this country is renowned for its rum and cigar production, as well as popular …

Erick weakens after hitting Mexico as a Category 3 hurricane

By FABIOLA SÁNCHEZ and LUIS ALBERTO CRUZ, The Associated Press ACAPULCO, Mexico (AP) — Powerful Hurricane Erick made landfall in Mexico’s southern state of Oaxaca early Thursday as a major hurricane before moving inland and weakening to a tropical storm as …

Hurricane Erick blasts Mexico with life-threatening storm surge, flooding rainfall and destructive winds

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Erick will go down in the record books as the first major hurricane to strike Mexico during the month of June, blasting the region with destructive storm surge, extreme wind gusts and torrential rainfall. Hurricane …

5-day alert for heavy rain and thunderstorms in Mexico City

Mexico City’s Civil Protection agency, the Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC), issued a special warning today in response to the rainy season that has swept the capital over the past several days. Forecasters expect …

Disaster Recovery Center in Franklin County to Close June 20

The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Franklin County will permanently close this Friday, June 20 at 7 p.m.  The center is located at:  First Baptist Church of Gray Summit 2705 Highway 100 Gray Summit, MO 63039 Open daily 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Help is still …

President Donald J. Trump Increases Federal Cost Share for West Virginia

WASHINGTON -- Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Administrator, David Richardson, announced that President Donald J. Trump made additional disaster assistance available to the state of West Virginia to supplement recovery efforts in the areas …

FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Upper Applegate Road Fire in Oregon

BOTHELL, Wash. -  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Upper Applegate Road Fire burning in Jackson County, Oregon.  The state of Oregon’s request for a declaration under …

Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in the City of St. Louis

Disaster Recovery Centers with FEMA Individual Assistance staff are opening in the City of St. Louis to help people affected by the May 16 tornado and storms. The first Disaster Recovery Center opens this Saturday, June 21. At all locations, FEMA and the U …

ENDERBY ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES GLOBAL OCEAN PROTECTION CAMPAIGN 'ENDANGERED WONDERS' IN RESPONSE TO UNOC 2025

An ambitious campaign leveraging the power of film and storytelling to drive transformative action for ocean conservation, polar resilience and blue investment. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Responding to the urgent …

Exploring the Benefits of Bubble Insulation and Prodex Total

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bubble insulation is gaining popularity as an efficient and versatile thermal barrier for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. This innovative material features …

ENDERBY ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES GLOBAL OCEAN PROTECTION CAMPAIGN 'ENDANGERED WONDERS' IN RESPONSE TO UNOC 2025

An ambitious campaign leveraging the power of film and storytelling to drive transformative action for ocean conservation, polar resilience and blue investment. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Utah’s Forsyth Fire

DENVER – This morning, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Forsyth Fire burning in Washington County, Utah near Pine Valley. FEMA Region 8 approved the state’s request …

Disaster Recovery Centers in Garrard, Muhlenberg, Oldham and Webster Counties to Close Permanently; Help is Still ...

FRANKFORT, Ky. –The Disaster Recovery Centers in Garrard, Muhlenberg, Oldham and Webster counties are scheduled to close permanently. Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Tennessee

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Tennessee to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from April 2-24, 2025.  The President…

Pacific Proworks Inc. Sets the Standard for Residential Construction and ADU Development in Los Angeles

With more homeowners looking to convert garages or add backyard units to house extended family or generate passive income. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pacific Proworks Inc. a leading construction firm in Southern …

The Front Line Foundation Partners with a Pair of Hastings Business Owners to Raise Money for Local First Responders

2nd annual benefit collects thousands of dollars for Hastings Fire, Police and the Dakota Country Sheriff’s office MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) announced today the …

Wemhoff Tile and Remodeling Expands Service Area to Include Gretna, Blair, and And Communities Throughout Omaha Region

Wemhoff Tile and Remodeling expands bathroom remodeling and tile services to Gretna, Blair, and surrounding Omaha communities to meet growing demand. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Experienced contractor extends …

Patriot Select Assumes About 12,000 Policies from Citizens, Places Full Reinsurance Program to Increase Market Presence

ST. PETERSBURG , FL, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patriot Select Property and Casualty Insurance Company has successfully assumed nearly 12,000 homeowners multi-peril insurance policies from Citizens Property Insurance …

FEMA Assistance May Be Available for Losses Not Covered by Insurance

OKLAHOMA CITY –If you sustained damage from the March 14-21 wildfires and straight-line winds, and initially did not receive FEMA assistance because of insurance coverage, you may now be eligible. For residents in Cleveland, Creek, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma …

Severe Storms and Fires Highlight the Urgent Need for Public Adjusters

As tornadoes, hailstorms, and wind-driven fires sweep across the US, homeowners are facing serious property losses—and an uphill battle with insurance companies STOW, OH, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As tornadoes, …

FlexTek Partners with Emergency Sandbag Response to Enhance Nationwide Flood Preparedness

FlexTek and ESR to establish a nationwide network of hundreds of skilled sandbag technicians and drivers, ensuring rapid response during emergencies. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FlexTek LLC, a leader in modern …

Hurricane and Wildland Fire Video Teleconferences Highlight Emergency Management Readiness for 2025

This month, FEMA headquarters and regional leadership teams across the nation coordinated with emergency management experts from federal, state, tribal and territorial partners in seven video teleconferences to test connectivity capabilities and discuss …

Agribusiness Risk Services Appoints Alex Shaw as Technical Claims Director Amid Continued Growth

ARS, a leading provider of specialized claims management for U.S. Farm, Agribusiness, and Commercial Property, promotes Alex Shaw to Technical Claims Director. WINSTON-SALEM, NC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agribusiness Risk …

Claims Office Reimbursement Available for Certain Risk-Reduction Projects: November 14, 2025, Deadline for Claimants

SANTA FE, NM — Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire claimants whose structures were left with increased risks of wildfires, flooding or other cascading impacts may be reimbursed for costs to reduce these risks to pre-fire levels, but they must finish the work by …