‘It’s mindblowing’: US meteorologists face death threats as hurricane conspiracies surge
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Milton Was an Impressive Storm. Here Are 5 Things Our Meteorologist Noticed.
Last month’s Hurricane Helene will be widely remembered for the rainfall in the Appalachians and the surge along Florida’s west shore. Milton will stand out for other reasons.58 minutes ago -
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Hurricane Recovery Efforts Disrupted by Conspiracy Theories and Falsehoods
Experts warn that weather-related disinformation can rapidly escalate into real-world risks and distract from aid.4 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton: Death toll rises, millions remain without power
Communities in Florida are struggling to recover in the wake of Hurricane Milton, as millions of homes and businesses are still left without power. NBC's Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY.7 hours ago -
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‘It’s mindblowing’: US meteorologists face death threats as hurricane conspiracies surge
Storms Helene and Milton have triggered rise of misinformation stoked by Trump and fellow Republicans. Hurricane Milton – latest updates Meteorologists tracking the advance of Hurricane ...9 hours ago -
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Alaska US Rep. Peltola and Republican opponent Begich face off in wide-ranging debate
Democratic U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola of Alaska and Republican Nick Begich have faced off in a wide-ranging debate9 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton: providing conspiracy theorists with loads of made up material since 2024 | First Dog on the Moon
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Obama says Trump sees power ‘as a means to an end’; Harris speaks in Phoenix, Arizona – US politics live
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Destruction, death and heroism emerge in the wake of Hurricane Milton
Florida authorities began assessing the damage left by Hurricane Milton's passage across the state, after a night of high winds, torrential rain and storm surge.20 hours ago -
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How hurricane conspiracy theories took over social media
The misinformation has been fuelled by a social media universe that rewards engagement over truth.21 hours ago -
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False conspiracy theories that Hurricane Milton is part of a political plot are still spreading
Baseless conspiracy theories about weather modification and false claims about disaster relief efforts have continued to spread on X in recent days.21 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton: Biden says ‘outright lies’ risk lives as Florida deals with aftermath of storm – latest updates
President says false claims undermine rescue efforts after number of people killed as hurricane battered Florida. Full report: millions without power after Hurricane Milton How have you been ...21 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Hurricane Recovery Efforts Disrupted by Conspiracy Theories and Falsehoods
Experts warn that weather-related disinformation can rapidly escalate into real-world risks and distract from aid.23 hours ago -
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Deaths expected to rise as Florida begins to assess Hurricane Milton destruction
State battered by category 3 storm overnight, leaving more than 3.4m homes and businesses without power. Hurricane Milton – live updates The death toll from Hurricane Milton rose to at least ...23 hours ago - Florida -
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Death toll from Hurricane Milton reaches 11
The storm-related death toll from Hurricane Milton has reached 11 in Florida, according to an NBC News count. Jesse Kirsch reports from Bradenton Beach, where wind battered the area leaving debris ...Yesterday -
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Tornadoes, mass outages and deaths: what to know about Hurricane Milton’s impact
Tempest brought up to 10ft of storm surge and left millions at risk from flooding after hitting Florida on Wednesday. Hurricane Milton has killed at least nine people and left extensive property ...Yesterday -
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Video: Hurricane Milton sucks water out of Tampa Bay in rare reverse storm surge
Tampa Bay experienced a rare reverse storm surge as Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday evening.Yesterday -
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Surging US power demand set to exceed supply, says Bain
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Facing war in the Middle East and Ukraine, the US looks feeble. But is it just an act? | Adam Tooze
The idea that Biden is just muddling through these global crises isn’t convincing. Look closely and his foreign policy has been as radical as Trump’s. Writing on-the-spot histories always comes ...Yesterday -
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Hurricane Milton’s Storm Surge Threatens Dangerous Flooding in Florida
A combination of unrelenting rains and strong storm surge prompted officials to issue flash flood warnings in western and Central Florida.Yesterday - Florida -
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Tampa hospital uses AquaFence to prepare for Hurricane Milton
Tampa General Hospital, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, is preparing to continue normal operations during Hurricane Milton.Yesterday -
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Hurricane Milton downgraded to category 3 but risk-to-life warnings remain in place – live updates
This blog is closing down – you can follow all the latest in our new blog here . Here is some footage from the town of Treasure Island in Florida, which shows already deserted streets as ...Yesterday -
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Despite cleanup efforts, debris piles remain a threat during Hurricane Milton
Towers of trash still littered the Florida landscape Wednesday as Hurricane Milton barreled towards the Gulf Coast and garbage haulers suspended efforts to remove debris that could be dangerous in ...Yesterday -
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Clearwater mayor on Hurricane Milton threats
Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector says Hurricane Milton preparations involved major evacuations and convincing some residents to leave areas under threat. Rector joins CBS News' Lana Zak with more on ...2 days ago -
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Floridians struggle to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Milton and face gas shortages, jammed highways
Some Floridians are trying to get out of Hurricane Milton's path, but face challenges including evacuation routes jammed with traffic and shortages of gas.2 days ago -
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