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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 -
How back-to-back hurricanes could impact insurance rates across the U.S.
As Florida residents recover from hurricanes Milton and Helene, experts say the damage will likely worsen the home insurance crisis in the state and could lead to higher rates nationwide. CBS News ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Over 90% of power restored in parts of Florida ravaged by Hurricane Milton
As Florida cleans up and digs out after Hurricane Milton, things are looking a bit brighter in some of the hardest hit places. While some neighborhoods still do not have power, electricity has been ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
For Entrepreneurs Hit by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Tax Relief Is Here
The IRS extends its October 15 deadline for storm victims and reminds taxpayers about casualty loss deductions available.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
How Hurricanes Helene and Milton could affect the 2024 election
Hurricanes Helene and Milton may not change many voters' minds, but they could dampen turnout in the hardest-hit areas.Top stories - ABC News - October 15 -
Another storm brews in the Atlantic amid 'above-normal' hurricane season
A storm system in the Atlantic could potentially strengthen into a tropical depression as it heads towards the Caribbean later this week, according to the National Hurricane Center.Top stories - NBC News - October 15 -
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 -
Babcock Ranch in Florida Offered Shelter During Hurricane Milton
On the west coast of Florida, a town built to weather hurricanes hosted more than 2,000 people during Hurricane Milton. Could communities like this help shape Florida’s future?World - The New York Times - 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 -
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.Top stories - ABC News - October 15 -
Old and fabricated hurricane videos go viral. Here's how to spot them.
The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips on how to spot misleading natural disaster videos online.Top stories - CBS News - 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 -
Fans push Rays-in-Oakland talk after Tropicana Field hurricane damage
MLB fans on X were quick to push the Tampa Bay Rays-to-Oakland talk, just days after Hurricane Melton destroyed Tropicana Field's roof and thrust the franchise's 2025 home into question.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
After hurricanes, officials confront damaged polling places, displaced voters
Following the damage done by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, election officials are scrambling to relocate polling locations and restore normalcy to the voting process.Top stories - ABC News - October 16 -
Man arrested after dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton
Giovanny Aldama Garcia could face prison time after the animal was found up to its chest in water.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Hurricane Milton’s insured losses could reach $50 billion, says Verisk
Data and technology company Verisk Analytics Inc. VRSK said Wednesday it estimates the insured losses to onshore property from Hurricane Milton could range from $30 billion to $50 billion.Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
After Hurricanes, Navigating Insurance Claims Process Remains Challenging
Business and home owners digging out from Helene and Milton must depend on payouts to start rebuilding.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
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.Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
CSX stock sees biggest drop in 3 years after railroad warns of hurricane impact, discloses SEC subpoena
Shares of CSX Corp. booked their biggest percentage drop in more than three years after the railroad operator on Wednesday said the fourth quarter would be “more challenging” in the wake of falling ...Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
Federal Government Approves $1.8 Billion in Hurricane Recovery Funds
After two major storms, the Biden administration has set nearly $2 billion in hurricane recovery funds.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
Flooded cars for sale in Arizona? How consumers can spot hurricane damage
As recent Hurricanes Milton and Helene continue to devastate the East Coast, Arizonans could also be affected - in a different way.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
Cortez, Florida, recovers from 4 hurricanes in 2 years
Cortez, Florida, has faced four hurricanes in the last two years, including Hurricane Milton one week ago. The entire state is still working to recover, as thousands remain without power. CBS News ...Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Hurricane victims push for donations as right-wing falsehoods cloud recovery efforts
Residents are launching GoFundMe to finance repairs but worry that scams and falsehoods, including right-wing disinformation, will hamper their appeals for help.Top stories - NBC News - October 17
