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What I Learned After Breaking Down About Hurricane Milton on TV

My viral moment revealed a shared experience of climate anxiety across generations. It’s time that we channel it into action.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

In the Aftermath of Hurricane Milton, the Rays Still Don’t Have a Home

M.L.B.’s preference is for the team to stay in Florida, where there is no shortage of spring training and minor-league facilities.

Sports - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Johnson: Congress coming back early for hurricane relief would be ‘premature’

Congress is not scheduled to be back in session until after the election.

Politics - Politico - October 13

Arrest made after FEMA crews threatened amid hurricane relief efforts

FEMA says its disaster assistance teams will be at fixed locations after National Guard troops reportedly encountered armed militia who said they were "hunting FEMA" in North Carolina.

Arrest made in reported threats against FEMA over hurricane relief efforts

An arrest has been made following reports of an armed threat against FEMA workers in North Carolina who are helping victims impacted by Hurricane Helene. It comes amid a rise in misinformation and ...

Top stories - CBS News - October 15

New calls for Congress to return from recess for hurricane relief funding

There is a new wave of calls for Congress to come back from recess and approve a new round of hurricane relief funding with the Small Business Administration out of money for new disaster relief ...

Trump backs Congress returning from recess to pass hurricane relief

Former President Trump on Monday said he would be in favor of Congress returning early from recess to pass additional aid following Hurricane Helene. “I would be in favor of it, yeah. This is a ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Trump uses North Carolina visit to reiterate hurricane relief conspiracies

Republican candidate repeats false claims that Fema spent money on ‘illegal migrants’ in Helene-ravaged area. Donald Trump on Monday used a trip to a hurricane-ravaged part of North Carolina to ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

SBA’s Disaster Relief Fund Runs Dry After Milton’s Destruction Spikes Need

After hurricanes Milton and Helene bombarded Florida and other parts of the East Coast, the SBA’s funding pool has been depleted sooner than expected.

Business - Inc. - October 15

Volunteers Set Up Solar Power In Hurricane Helene Disaster Zone

Areas affected by Hurricane Helene are getting a solar power boost with help from volunteers.

Business - Inc. - October 13

Why some emergency alert systems failed during Hurricane Helene

Some people living in the path of Hurricane Helene may not have received crucial warnings to evacuate from the dangerous storm that killed more than 200 people across multiple states. While severe ...

Impact Plastics sued by family of worker killed by Hurricane Helene

The lawsuit claims Impact Plastics forced workers to stay at their posts even when conditions grew dangerous.

Top stories - CBS News - October 15

Hurricane Helene survivors still without power, homes destroyed by mud

Some Chimney Rock residents are finally getting access to their homes and are finding that mud and floods destroyed entire communities, roads and power equipment in North Carolina following ...

Top stories - CBS News - October 15

Nearly 100 People Are Still Missing in North Carolina After Hurricane Helene

Search and rescue teams are still looking for the missing, officials said, with 95 deaths already attributed to the storm’s wrath in the state.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 15

Dozens still missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene

Nearly three weeks after Hurricane Helene brought torrential rain and flooding to North Carolina, at least 92 people are still missing in the state. Janet Shamlian spoke with several people still ...

Top stories - CBS News - October 15

Daughter of woman missing since Hurricane Helene looks for closure

Nearly 100 people remain missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene hit three weeks ago, as crews continue to search through layers of mud and debris.

North Carolina opens up early voting in shadow of Hurricane Helene

Early voting begins in the battleground state of North Carolina on Thursday, as the western part of the state still feels the impacts of Hurricane Helene’s flooding three weeks later. More than 400 ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Watch live: Trump visits Asheville weeks after Hurricane Helene

Former President Trump is visiting Asheville, N.C., where he will tour damage from Hurricane Helene and deliver remarks. The event marks Trump's first visit to western North Carolina since ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Cases of dangerous bacteria doubled in Florida following Hurricane Helene

Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria, increases in concentration during heavy rain or flooding.

‘We were not prepared’: three weeks in a small town devastated by Hurricane Helene

Gerton, North Carolina, population 250, was badly hit by the storm. Emma Churchman describes how the community came together in the aftermath. The small mountain community of Gerton, about 16 miles ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

North Carolina lawmakers convene again to address Hurricane Helene's billions in damages

North Carolina state legislators are returning to work to consider further relief for recovery from Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene's damage in North Carolina estimated at record $53 billion

The catastrophic flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina likely caused at least a record $53 billion in damages and recovery needs, state officials say.

Asheville Tap Water Is Restored, but Not Drinkable, After Hurricane Helene

People in the storm-hit area can resume flushing toilets and taking showers, but the water is often yellow or brown. Officials are asking for patience with repair efforts.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

HCA Healthcare’s stock slides 9% after earnings are weighed down by Hurricane Helene

HCA is expecting Hurricane Helene’s impact on facilities in North Carolina and Hurricane Milton’s impact on facilities in Florida in October to shave 60 cents to 90 cents off fourth-quarter EPS.

Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago

Hurricane Helene hasn't stopped western North Carolinians from voting early

Hurricane Helene leveled communities in the western part of North Carolina but hasnt deterred residents from early voting. In fact, turnout is shattering records in the battleground state.

Milton Disrupted the Flow of Drinking Water—so Florida Deployed a Machine to Harvest It From Air

A Tampa-based company that makes atmospheric water generators and the state of Florida were able to supply one to a hospital shortly after Milton made landfall.

Tech - Wired - October 14

Florida's Manasota Key utterly devastated after Hurricane Milton made landfall nearby

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — Sand is piled up to the first floor of most homes on Manasota Key, a sliver of land off Florida’s west coast, where devastation is widespread.

Hurricane Milton aftermath: Stingrays from Rays' Tropicana Field safe, relocated to aquarium

The stadium's roof was ripped to shreds amid 100-mph winds

Sports - CBS Sports - October 15

Man arrested after dog found tied to post ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall

The dog was found up to its chest in flood waters off Interstate 75 in Tampa on Oct. 9, as many residents were evacuating due to Milton.

Man accused of leaving dog tied to fence ahead of Hurricane Milton is charged with animal cruelty

A Florida man who allegedly tied his dog to a fence and abandoned it as Hurricane Milton approached the state is now charged with aggravated animal cruelty.

Man who left dog tied to pole during Hurricane Milton faces felony charges, state attorney says

The dog was found scared and soaking wet, standing up to its chest in a puddle last week.

Politics - The Hill - October 16

MLB wants Rays to find local replacement venue after Tropicana Field wrecked by Hurricane Milton

The Trop's roof was shredded by the storm earlier this month

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

Four astronauts return to Earth after being delayed by Boeing's Starliner problems and Hurricane Milton

Tech - ABC News - 5 days ago

Trump still falsely claiming that FEMA is diverting funds from hurricane relief to help migrants

Former President Donald Trump campaigned in North Carolina on Monday where he continued to peddle false claims that FEMA is diverting funds from hurricane relief to assist migrants. CBS News ...

Colorado State vs. Air Force live stream, how to watch online, CBS Sports Network channel finder, odds

CBS Sports Network is home to some big games in the Week 8 slate

Sports - CBS Sports - October 19

92 people still missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, governor says

At least 92 people are still unaccounted for in North Carolina as first responders sort through the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, weeks after the storm devastated the western part of the state The ...

North Carolina governor says at least 92 still missing after Hurricane Helene

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) said Tuesday that at least 92 individuals are still missing after Hurricane Helene swept through the state nearly three weeks ago. In a press conference with the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Small Business Administration disaster loan program exhausts funds after Hurricane Helene

The Small Business Administration said it has exhausted funds for its disaster loan program following increased demand from Hurricane Helene, with Congress being in recess.

Major challenges remain in North Carolina more than two weeks after Hurricane Helene

More than two weeks after Hurricane Helene, school systems in western North Carolina were still struggling with lack of water and damage. Schools are not set to reopen until the end of the month. ...

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