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Top stories - ABC News
Hurricane Milton tracker: Milton strengthens to Category 5 storm again
Hurricane Milton, which re-strengthened to a Category 5 hurricane Tuesday afternoon, is taking aim at Florida.40 minutes ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Florida faces 'matter of life and death' as Hurricane Milton closes in
The "monster" storm is due to hit heavily populated Tampa Bay with full force on Wednesday.2 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - The New York Times
Antisemitism and Threats Directed at Officials Over Storm Response
Some online posts have threatened violence against FEMA officials. A research group found that the X platform has been one of the main drivers of misinformation.4 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
‘There is a lot of noise’ that could stop people from seeking disaster aid: fmr. FEMA administrator
Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss how communities are preparing for Hurricane Milton with it set to make landfall on Florida’s west coast.7 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
Nothing will ‘shame’ Trump from backing off false claims about FEMA’s hurricane response
Former President Trump continues to attack the federal government’s response to Hurricane Helene. Vice President Harris, meanwhile, is expanding her media blitz ahead of November.7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - ABC News
Harris goes after Trump's false claims about FEMA's storm response
"It's profound and it is the height of irresponsibility and, frankly, callousness," Harris said of Trump's claims.7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
More than 80 organizations call on Congress to return to fund FEMA after Hurricane Helene
More than 80 organizations urged Congress in a Tuesday letter to return from its pre-election recess to pass a supplemental package replenishing funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency ...9 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA chief: Trump accusations 'completely false'
Deanne Criswell, administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), pushed back on former President Trump’s “completely false” claims that the agency lacks on-the-ground personnel in ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump campaign peddling false claims about FEMA allocations
Former President Donald Trump has falsely claimed several times that FEMA is diverting funds away from Republicans and favoring Democrats. FEMA has been fighting back against those claims while ...12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Harris: Trump ‘lacks empathy’ in suggesting FEMA diverting funds away from hurricane relief
Vice President Harris on Tuesday suggested that former President Trump doesn’t have compassion for others when discussing his claims that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is ...12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - ABC News
As Trump pushes false FEMA claims, officials warn of 'extremely damaging' impacts
FEMA officials pushing back against misinformation about Hurricane Helene recovery and assistance.13 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA has resources to respond to Hurricane Milton, Mayorkas says
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said late Monday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has the necessary resources to respond effectively to Hurricane Milton, which is ...14 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Why Hurricane Milton's storm surge threat is growing
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.15 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Floridians prepare for Hurricane Milton's dangerous storm surge
Places like Fort Myers, Florida, could see anywhere from 10 to 15 feet of storm surge depending on Hurricane Milton's path. It's a community still rebuilding from Hurricane Ian, which hit in 2022. ...15 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Fema chief warns ‘dangerous’ Trump falsehoods hampering Helene response
Misinformation spread by Trump, his supporters and others about the hurricane has shrouded recovery efforts . A slew of falsehoods about Hurricane Helene, including claims of funds diverted from ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - ABC News
What to know about FEMA disaster relief ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall
In the wake of Hurricane Helene's damage and ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall, FEMA has faced criticism and misinformation surrounding its disaster response.Yesterday -
Top stories - ABC News
WH calls Trump claim FEMA disaster relief money spent on migrants 'absolutely false'
DHS pushed back on his claim FEMA has no funds left for recovery efforts.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Storm-weary Florida braces for Hurricane Milton as storm intensifies to Category 5
Hurricane Milton exploded in strength Monday with winds topping 180 miles per hour. The monster hurricane is now expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday in Florida. Cristian ...Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - NBC News
Hurricane Milton explodes into Category 5 storm
With winds of 180 mph, Milton is now a Category 5 storm. It's headed for Florida's Gulf Coast, which is struggling to recover from Hurricane Helene. Several counties have issued mandatory ...Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Bucs to leave Tampa on Tuesday ahead of storm
In advance of Hurricane Milton, the Buccaneers are leaving the Tampa area early and heading to New Orleans on Tuesday.Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
FEMA Faces Severe Staffing Shortage As Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida
Fewer than 10 percent of the agency’s disaster workers are available to respond to Hurricane Milton and other calamities.Yesterday - Florida -
Business - Financial Times
Oil surges above $80 as conflict and storm spark supply fears
Hedge funds reverse short positions as market has surged nearly 20% from year-to-date low in the last monthYesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Hurricane Milton now Category 5, threatens Florida: What to know
Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm Monday as Floridians brace for yet another major storm to make landfall this week. The storm comes less than two weeks after Hurricane ...Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Vanderbilt, Arkansas fined for fans storming field
The Southeastern Conference has fined Vanderbilt and Arkansas after their fans stormed the field following upset wins on Saturday.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
What is a storm surge, and what is the threat from Hurricane Milton?
Storm surges often pose great danger when hurricanes such as Milton hit – here’s what you need to know. Just two days before Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida, it rapidly ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Hurricane Milton intensifies to category 5 as Florida braces for ‘major impacts’
Storm could make landfall on Wednesday as state prepares what could be biggest evacuation since 2017. Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified into a category 5 hurricane, just two days before it ...Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Milton now Category 5 storm
Hurricane Milton has strengthened into a Category 5 storm as it barrels toward the U.S. threatening much of Florida's West coast with monumental surges and potential flooding. CBS News' Cristian ...Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
As Hurricane Milton Approaches, Florida Urges Residents to Evacuate
Officials urged residents in the expected path of the hurricane to heed evacuation orders as the state mobilizes resources to respond to the storm.Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - NBC News
Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 storm
Hurricane Milton has strengthened to a Category 5 storm as it approaches Florida's Gulf Coast and is expected to make landfall Wednesday. NBC News' Dana Griffin and Bill Karins report on the ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 4 storm
Hurricane and storm surge watches are in effect for Florida’s Gulf Coast as Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall Wednesday. NBC News’ Melissa Parra reports how communities already affected ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Milton now a Category 4 storm, headed for western Florida
Parts of western Florida already impacted by Helene are now bracing for Hurricane Milton, a storm that has rapidly intensified into a major Category 4 storm in the Gulf of Mexico. CBS News ...Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Helene sparks political battles amid FEMA's response
Hurricane Helene isn't just causing destruction — political debates and false claims are now clouding the recovery process. Erik Hooks, FEMA's deputy administrator, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Helene survivors describe storm's devastating impact
More than 230 people are now confirmed dead making Helene the deadliest hurricane since Katrina struck in 2005. About half of the fatalities are in North Carolina. Survivors hit by the devastating ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Milton forecasted to slam Florida as a dangerous Category 3 storm
The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams gives a look at Hurricane Milton's latest path as it heads toward Florida with an anticipated landfall Wednesday.Yesterday - Florida