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Hurricane misinformation hinders relief efforts: DHS head
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Mayorkas warns of hurricane misinformation Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas warned over the weekend that hurricane ...Politics - The Hill - October 14 -
Florida and North Carolina continue hurricane cleanup
As disinformation and conspiracy theories swirl around the government's response to recent hurricanes, communities in Florida and North Carolina are still picking up the pieces. Janet Shamlian has ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Hurricane Milton's storm surge reshapes Florida coastline
Several communities across Florida and North Carolina are recovering after back-to-back hurricanes. CBS News' Tom Hanson is in Manasota Key on Florida's west coast with the latest on recovery efforts.Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Hurricane Milton pushed giant debris into homes, roads
Boulders that were apparently placed years back as a wave break to shield homes on the beach of Manasota Key, Florida, were pushed into town by Hurricane Milton. CBS News' Dave Malkoff has more as ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Hurricane misinformation stokes fears ahead of election
The flood of conspiracy theories and rumors following the severe weather in the South is sparking concerns that political figures’ embrace of misinformation is just the beginning as the general ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
How to spot fake hurricane images online
A wave of images generated by artificial intelligence confused and misled many social media users after real hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the southern U.S. CBS News Confirmed producer Alex ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
After Hurricane Milton, Get Ready for Mold
Thousands may now be at risk of mold-related illnesses following this year's hurricanes in the American South.Tech - Wired - October 16 -
Relief, NC: Hurricane Helene | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Sunday on 60: Sharyn Alfonsi surveys one of the hardest-hit areas by Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that tore through six states. Alfonsi visits communities in rural western North Carolina ...Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Developers designing Florida homes to withstand hurricanes
The village of Cortez on Florida's west coast took a direct hit from Hurricane Milton. But several homes in one Cortez community emerged from the storm unscathed. That is because developers built ...Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Trump to visit Asheville to tour hurricane devastation
Former President Trump will visit Asheville, N.C., a city devastated by Hurricane Helene last month, to deliver remarks and see the damage firsthand on Monday. The visit will bring Trump to a part ...Politics - The Hill - October 18 -
How Hurricane Helene is threatening dialysis patients
Hurricane Helene is gone, but its ripple effects continue all across the U.S., with tens of thousands of dialysis patients now at risk of losing access to lifesaving care due to a shocked supply ...Politics - The Hill - October 20 -
Hurricane Oscar hits Cuba as it struggles with power outage
Millions of people are still without power, with food rotting in fridges and no water supply in many homes.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
From hurricanes to injuries: The Bucs have leaned on 'resiliency'
Tampa Bay was hit with two hurricanes in a 14-day span, but Todd Bowles' calm has helped keep team focused.Sports - ESPN - October 21 -
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Kristy strengthens into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean
Forecasters say Kristy has strengthened into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean and is expected to remain away from land as the storm grows more powerfulWorld - ABC News - October 22 -
North Carolina schools reopen after Hurricane Helene
Thousands of students in North Carolina returned to school Friday for the first time since Hurricane Helene tore through portions of the state about a month ago. Rob Marciano reports.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
United Way and Paramount to air benefit for hurricane relief
United Way Worldwide and Paramount Global have announced they will host a benefit to raise funds for those impacted by Hurricanes Helene and MiltonEntertainment - ABC News - 2 days ago -
United Way and Paramount to Air Hurricane Relief Benefit
The program will air on CBS Television and CMT at 8 p.m. ET.Business - Inc. - 2 days ago -
October jobs take a hit from hurricanes, strike
This month's report reflects a lot of noise due to hurricanes, Boeing machinists strike.Politics - CBS News - 9 hours ago -
Jobs report offers blurry snapshot of economy days before election: What to know
The latest jobs report data is incomplete due to one-off disturbances last month.Top stories - ABC News - 7 hours ago -
Is the Trump Trade Back?
Market observers see signs that investors increasingly believe Donald Trump will win the election, but there may be alternate explanations for a shift in sentiment.Business - The New York Times - October 17 -
New York menswear is back!
The city’s retail offering for men has been lacklustre, but a wave of product lovers are seeking to change thatWorld - Financial Times - October 18 -
Can Boeing come back?
The aircraft maker was a great American company — then things started falling apart.Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Biden tours hurricane-hit Florida, announces $612M in resiliency projects for state
President Joe Biden is touring Florida areas ravaged by the back-to-back hurricanes and to announce funding for projects that strengthen the electrical grid.Top stories - ABC News - October 14 -
Biden details aid, assistance for Florida after Hurricane Milton and Helene
President Joe Biden made remarks in St. Pete Beach, Fla., while surveying storm damage caused by Hurricane Helene and Milton. Biden announced over $600 million in recovery for the states affected ...Top stories - NBC News - October 13 -
Biden Visits Florida After Hurricane Milton and Calls for Bipartisan Relief Effort
The president surveyed damage in Florida and announced $612 million for projects to help the electric grid in areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.Top stories - The New York Times - October 14 -
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 ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Full restoration of hurricane power outages in Florida expected Tuesday
Residents face an uphill battle as they rebuild from the back-to-back storms that devastated Florida communities.Politics - The Hill - October 14 -
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.Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Hurricane Milton brings flow of wild animals to Floridian's backyards
Authorities in Florida are warning residents to avoid flood waters, as displaced alligators, snakes, and stingrays have appeared in unexpected places following Hurricane Milton. NBC’s Guad Venegas ...Top stories - NBC News - October 14 -
Hurricane Milton debris, sand cover Florida roads, homes
As crews work to bring back power after Hurricane Milton, residents in Treasure Island, Florida, are returning home after evacuating to mounts of debris and sand that were swept into town by the ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Hurricane Milton payouts likely to hit $36bn, according to risk modellers
Storm underlines growing risks from extreme weather to southern states in USBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
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
