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Top stories - The New York Times
A Tale of Two Hurricanes Finds More That Differs Than Is the Same
Helene in North Carolina and Milton in Florida were very different storms in very different places.1 hour ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Biden to announce over $600M in resiliency projects following hurricanes
President Joe Biden will travel on Sunday to Florida areas ravaged by the back-to-back hurricanes, and announce funding for projects that strengthen the electrical grid.1 hour ago - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
The Observer view on climate change: Hurricane Milton is a portent – but it’s not too late | Observer editorial
We are losing in the fight against global warming, it is time to put effort into controlling what we pump into the atmosphere. The havoc unleashed by Hurricane Milton provided unambiguous ...5 hours ago - Climate -
Tech - ABC News
Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone
Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene downed power lines and washed out roads all over North Carolina’s mountains, the roar of gas-powered generators is both unpleasant and essential5 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Harris helps pack aid boxes for North Carolina hurricane victims ahead of Sunday campaign push
The vice president agreed with one helper who said “it takes a village.”6 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
As Florida reels, focus turns to restoring power, assisting victims in Hurricane Milton's wake
Restoring power, clearing debris and distributing fuel are now the top priorities in Florida as the state continues to reel in the wake Hurricane Milton.6 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Fuel shortages hinder Hurricane Milton cleanup efforts in Florida
Hurricane Milton killed at least 23 people when it tore across central Florida, flooding barrier islands and spawning deadly tornadoes.6 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
How to predict and prevent catastrophic landslides from hurricanes
Hurricane Helene triggered hundreds and potentially thousands of landslides, according to federal geologists. Dave Malkoff explores how mapping out the destruction can help predict future disasters.8 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Tensions rise in Tampa after Hurricane Milton leaves many without gas, power
Florida residents continued their Hurricane Milton cleanup efforts while over one million were still without power. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said 37 million gallons of fuel arrived at Florida ...9 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Sunday shows preview: Harris, Trump enter final stretch; US recovers from Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Vice President Harris and former President Trump are in the final stretch of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, and both are looking to galvanize their supporters while campaigning in ...13 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Floridians returning home after Milton battle traffic jams and fuel shortages
More than 1.5 million people still without power as damaged communities confront lengthy rebuilding. Thousands of people who fled the onrushing Hurricane Milton are facing fuel shortages, debris ...14 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
DeSantis: Three gas stations offering free fuel amid gas shortage post-Milton
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced that three fuel distribution sites would be set up and provide free fuel to the state’s residents at a Saturday press conference after multiple cities were ...15 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
How schools are tackling misinformation as false claims about hurricanes, election run wild
Schools face challenges teaching children how to identify and handle misinformation without getting political, especially in recent days as false claims swirl surrounding the recent hurricanes and ...16 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Are hurricanes the COVID of the 2024 election?
The 2024 election is set to be a contentious one, with Republicans and Democrats raising questions about voting access following the hurricanes, and leaders in Congress needing to step up to ensure ...16 hours ago - Covid -
Top stories - CBS News
Back-to-back hurricanes rock presidential race
Hurricanes Milton and Helene have rocked the 2024 presidential race, which is less than four weeks away. Vice President Kamala Harris is returning to storm-battered North Carolina on Sunday as ...19 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Milton recovery efforts continue
Hurricane Milton carved a path of destruction across the center of Florida, unleashing flooding, powerful winds and even tornadoes. Now, many Floridians who evacuated the area are returning home to ...21 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Millions still without power after Hurricane Milton
As Florida grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, at least 17 are dead and over a million homes and businesses remain without power. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY.21 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Hurricane Milton updates: 16 dead across Florida in storm's aftermath
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane on Florida's west coast near Siesta Key.21 hours ago - Florida -
World - The Guardian
Florida begins long road to recovery after double hurricane strike
The twin blow from Milton and Helene has left the state reeling – and the act of rebuilding will be lengthy and costly. More than just clouds were swirling when a tropical disturbance that would ...23 hours ago - Florida -
Business - MarketWatch
Hurricane Milton squeezed Florida’s orange crops at a critical time. What comes next?
Most of Florida’s orange crops took a direct hit from Hurricane Milton, marking a major setback for growers in the state that have been dealing with the effects of what may be the worst known ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Insurance is failing hurricane survivors: ‘People thought they were covered’
Flooding is separate from typical US home insurance and many homeowners are not adequately covered. As millions of US residents begin working to file insurance claims on their homes in the ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Key disaster loan program 'quickly exhausting' funds after hurricanes
Officials are warning a key federal program that provides disaster loans to businesses and homeowners is running critically low on funds in the aftermath of back-to-back hurricanes, increasing the ...Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Hurricanes Helene and Milton walloped parts of the U.S. What will they do to GDP?
Hurricanes Milton and Helene put lots of people out of work temporarily and could add upward pressure to inflation, but the storms are unlikely to put a big dent in the growth of the U.S. economy.Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Hurricanes Amplify Insurance Crisis in Riskiest Areas
After Helene and Milton, some small Florida companies risk bankruptcy. Larger ones will be in the hot seat with lawmakers and consumer groups.Yesterday -
Sports - ABC News
Kucherov scores go-ahead goal, two empty-netters to push Lightning past Hurricanes in season opener
Nikita Kucherov had a third-period hat trick to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 in the season opener for both teamsYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Biden says Hurricane Milton caused staggering $50bn in estimated damage
Sixteen people killed by storm but state spared ‘worst-case scenario’ as accusations fly between political candidates. Joe Biden said on Friday that experts estimate that Hurricane Milton caused ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Sports - ABC News
MLB spring training facilities spared extensive damage from Hurricane Milton
Major League Baseball spring training facilities on Florida’s west coast appear to have been mostly spared major damage during Hurricane MiltonYesterday - MLB -
Politics - NBC News
Florida residents assess damage and begin recovery after Hurricane Milton
NBC News Correspondents Marissa Parra and Chase Cain are on the ground in Florida, talking to residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Sandra Tapfumaneyi ...Yesterday - Florida -
Tech - GameSpot
How You Can Help Hurricane Milton Relief Efforts By Playing Xbox Games
A pair of devastating hurricanes recently devastated parts of Florida and surrounding states, and many might be wondering what they can do to help. The American Red Cross is one of the ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Hurricane Milton was intensified by human-driven climate change, say scientists
Storm estimated to have caused about $50bn in damage, according to President Joe BidenYesterday - Climate -
Business - Financial Times
British Airways to axe hundreds of flights over shortage of planes
Airline blames cancellations on delayed deliveries of Rolls-Royce engines and parts for its Boeing 787 fleetYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Hurricanes refocus attention to scarcity of flood insurance in high-risk Florida
Only about one-third of homes in Florida’s flood zones are covered by insurance. Residents say the state ‘should provide every incentive’ to obtain it. Many of the million-dollar houses lining ...Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - BBC News
Why this hurricane season has been 'extraordinary'
Hurricanes Helene and Milton have bookended a particularly stormy period. What's behind it?Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Todd Bowles, Mike Evans say their hearts are with hurricane-ravaged Tampa Bay
Bucs players, coaches and their families are in New Orleans. They don't know if they'll return home after Sunday's game.3 days ago