Viewer video: Large crowd at Typhoon Texas

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 20:34:00 +0200khou (en)

Parents are outraged after a youth lock-in at Typhoon Texas was abruptly shut down early Saturday morning.

Overcrowding shuts down Typhoon Texas overnight

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 20:34:00 +0200khou (en)

KATY, TEXAS - Parents are outraged after a youth lock-in at Typhoon Texas was abruptly shut down early Saturday morning. The church-based lock-in was reportedly scheduled to end at 6 a.m. Saturday. However, parents said kids were told to leave the water park at around 1 a.m. due to overcrowding and unruly behavior.

Charlotte's balcony debut caps day of pageantry for Queen's birthday

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 20:18:00 +0200worcesternews (en)

The nation has wished the Queen happy birthday with thousands turning out to celebrate the monarch's milestone as Princess Charlotte made her first Buckingham Palace balcony appearance. Three cheers rang out across The Mall for the Queen after she marked her 90th birthday with the traditional pomp and pageantry of the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

Charlotte's balcony debut caps day of pageantry for Queen's birthday

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 18:57:00 +0200wandsworthguardian (en)

The nation has wished the Queen happy birthday with thousands turning out to celebrate the monarch's milestone as Princess Charlotte made her first Buckingham Palace balcony appearance. Three cheers rang out across The Mall for the Queen after she marked her 90th birthday with the traditional pomp and pageantry of the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

Charlotte's balcony debut caps day of pageantry for Queen's birthday The nation has wished the Queen happy birthday with...

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 18:54:00 +0200belfasttelegraph (en)

Surrounded by some 45 members of her family the monarch smiled and waved from the balcony as she acknowledged the good wishes of the crowds which were larger than in previous years. Her 13-month-old great-granddaughter Charlotte - sucking on a finger to combat apparent teething - took the event in....

Katy waterpark shuts down when lock-in gets too rowdy

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 18:49:00 +0200chron (en)

An overnight youth lock-in at the Typhoon Texas waterpark in Katy was shut down hours early after the event apparently got out of control. The private event was supposed to last from 10:30 p.m. to 6 a.m., but shut down after a couple of hours, according to park officials and multiple posts on Facebook.

Costly Delays in the Port of Havana

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 18:30:00 +0200havanatimes (en)

HAVANA TIMES — Havana’s port-transport-domestic economy chain has been interrupted once again and, at the end of the day, it’s the majority of the Cuban population who suffer the consequences. Cuba relies heavily upon international trade, importing many of the basic products we buy.

Charlotte makes balcony bow at Queen's official 90th birthday parade Princess Charlotte has made her royal debut on the...

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 17:53:00 +0200belfasttelegraph (en)

The Colour being paraded on Horse Guards this year was the flag of Number 7 Company Coldstream Guards, the unit last performed this special role in 2007. Almost 1,500 officers and their men, in immaculate uniforms, were on parade with more than 300 horses featured.

Charlotte makes balcony bow at Queen's official 90th birthday parade

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 17:43:00 +0200southwalesargus (en)

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's toddler daughter fulfilled a special rite of passage as an HRH. The 13-month-old joined her family - including older brother Prince George - on the famous frontage of the London landmark for the first time, on the official 90th birthday of her great-grandmother the Queen.

Maulin: l’innocence et l’incendie

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 17:30:00 +0200causeur (fr)

À un certain degré d’ivresse, il arrive que la déambulation en zone urbaine dérape dans les plates-bandes d’un jeu de rôle fantastique et, à ce moment-là, comme dans les aventures qu’on y mime, le moindre objet abandonné revêt la valeur d’une arme magique à laquelle il ne s’agit plus que de trouver sa fonction.

Charlotte makes balcony bow at Queen's official 90th birthday parade

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 17:25:00 +0200oxfordtimes (en)

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's toddler daughter fulfilled a special rite of passage as an HRH. The 13-month-old joined her family - including older brother Prince George - on the famous frontage of the London landmark for the first time, on the official 90th birthday of her great-grandmother the Queen.

Private event shut down at Typhoon Texas

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 17:14:00 +0200click2houston (en)

KATY, TEXAS - A group of Katy parents say a lock-in at the Typhoon Texas Water Park was shut down Friday night after chaos erupted in the park. Parents who were at the lock in say the private event was shut down after two hours, forcing several children and teens to walk home.

Turns out, climate change hurts globalized economy too

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:43:00 +0200financialexpress (en)

Globalization has made the economic production far more vulnerable to the impacts of extreme weather, including heat stress on workers, according to a new study. The analysis by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Columbia University revealed that the susceptibility of the global....

Way of life: Giving importance to family preparedness

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 05:48:00 +0200abs-cbnnews (en)

MANILA - In 1976, Spencer W. Kimball, an American business, civic and religious leader, spoke of preparedness as "when properly pursued, is a way of life, not a sudden spectacular program." Interestingly, his statement did not come as a result of some major disasters like Super Typhoon Yolanda,....

Now is a good time to check the hurricane deductible on your homeowners insurance policy

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 05:42:00 +0200tampabay (en)

Bonnie, the tropical storm that drenched the Carolinas over Memorial Day weekend, did not reach hurricane status. But that storm, and the official start of the 2016 hurricane season, make this a good time for homeowners to check their insurance policies to see what is covered if a big storm hits.

Third named storm for the hurricane season makes history

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 05:40:00 +0200reporter-bz (en)

By Benjamin Flowers. The Reporter Newspaper Tropical Storm Colin formed this week, making history as the earliest named “third storm” in the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Colin formed on Sunday June 5, in the Gulf of Mexico and headed for the United States.

Rains throughout Treasure Coast on Friday

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 05:12:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

Several showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and early this evening, and some rainfall could be very heavy. Scattered showers and storms will move slowly toward the southeast across Okeechobee County, the Treasure Coast and offshore through mid afternoon.

Mayor of Hurricane Reminds People to Lock Their Cars

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 05:09:00 +0200tristateupdate (en)

HURRICANE, WV - The mayor of Hurricane is reminding people to lock their cars and buildings. Mayor Scott Edwards posted on Facebook over the past two nights in Hurricane multiple cars, outbuildings and a garage have had things stolen from them. The post adds it appears in these cases, the vehicles and structures were not locked.

Our countrymen's attitude has changed: Philippines' Aquino on his legacy

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 03:48:00 +0200channelnewsasia (en)

MANILA: With Rodrigo Duterte poised to take the reins, the Philippines is in its final days under President Benigno Aquino's administration. In an exclusive interview with Channel NewsAsia's Aya Lowe, the outgoing head of state reveals what he wishes to be remembered for and what is in store for him in the days to come.

Effects of warmer weather on productivity being felt worldwide, scientists say

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 23:39:00 +0200upi (en)

"Our study shows that since the beginning of the 21st century the structure of our economic system has changed in a way that production losses in one place can more easily cause further losses elsewhere," lead author Leonie Wenz, a researcher at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research,....

Domestic abuse concerns in aftermath of Fort McMurray fire

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:47:00 +0200CBC (en)

There are concerns that long after the last flames are extinguished, the Fort McMurray wildfire may ignite a different kind of danger for women struggling to escape abusive relationships. As thousands return to the city to begin rebuilding, experts warn the trauma of the disaster and the chaos that....

BBB on homes: Gulf Coast residents should become hurricane ready

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:41:00 +0200chron (en)

June marks the beginning of hurricane season for Gulf Coast residents, and, unfortunately, the greater Houston area already has experienced devastating floods throughout the spring and early summer. Storm hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, heavy rainfall, inland flooding, high winds, tornadoes and rip currents.

A Streak Not Seen Since 1900

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 18:25:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

is 144th consecutive Atlantic TC to not make US landfall as a major hurricane (Wilma-'05). Old record-69 TCs pic.twitter.com/MZEOEfLUOT Philip Klotzbach (@philklotzbach) June 7, 2016 The last time a Category 3 or stronger hurricane made landfall in the United States was Hurricane Wilma on Oct. 24, 2005, more than 10 years ago.

ISIS truck bomb factory destroyed by RAF in explosive Ministry of Defence footage

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 16:02:00 +0200themirror (en)

This ISIS truck bomb factory was destroyed by British RAF pilots as they flew over Iraq on Monday. Two Tornado GR4s armed with 1,000lb enhanced Paveway bombs dropped a single weapon on the building and flattened it. As the Ministry of Defence footage, taken from onboard cameras, shows, the target is....

Sri Lanka: As the Water Recedes: Sri Lanka Rebuilds

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 12:55:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

By Vishalini Chandara Sagar. Synopsis. Tropical cyclone Roanu hit Sri Lanka on 15 May 2016 causing severe flooding and numerous landslides across the country. As Sri Lanka picks up the pieces and rebuilds, it is critical to evaluate the efficacy of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response....

In trouble! - Portland Cottage Primary School principal fears property destruction by shelter occupants

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 07:55:00 +0200jamaica-gleaner (en)

Even though he has no objections to public schools being used as shelters during hurricane seasons, principal of the Portland Cottage Primary School Dale Edwards believes that his school will be in trouble if a hurricane hits Jamaica this year. The problem of having to pick up the pieces after....

Say goodbye to El Niño and hello to La Niña

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 05:38:00 +0200wivb (en)

AUSTIN (AP/KXAN) — This year’s monstrous El Nino, nicknamed Godzilla by NASA , is dead. It heated up the globe, ended the Central Texas drought, but didn’t quite end California’s four-year drought. El Niño delivered the promised rains to Central Texas, resulting in periods of deadly flooding, and a....

Flooded truck

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 03:57:00 +0200palmbeachpost (en)

Scott Olson. GALVESTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 12: Vehicles flooded by the tidal surge from Hurricane Ike sit along a street September 12, 2008 in Galveston, Texas. The eye of the hurricane is expected to make landfall at Galveston Island early Saturday morning.

Mr. Harry Cain Season Is Here

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 03:55:00 +0200belizetimes (en)

By G. Michael Reid. 0 Comments O God, Master of this passing world, hear the humble voices of your children. The Sea of Galilee obeyed your order and returned to its former quietude; you are still the Master of land and sea. We live in the shadow of a danger over which we have no control.

Mandeville subdivision in a tizzy over business’ request to share its water

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 03:31:00 +0200theneworleansadvocate (en)

When Florida Marine Transporters decided to build a larger office building in Mandeville, the company wanted to create a state-of-the-art office building with features like a geothermal heating and air-conditioning system and a sprinkler system rather than fire escapes, project manager Kenny Pullen said.

Shangri-La staff help cyclone victims in Ra

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 03:29:00 +0200fijitimes (en)

Shangri-La Fijian Resort and Spa general manager, Craig Powell distributes items to students at Navolau District School. Picture: BALJEET SINGH. Update: 1:19PM AT least 20 staff of Shangri-La's Fijian Resort and Spa are in Ra today to distribute items to cyclone ravaged areas.

Storm surge: Florida tops the nation with most property at risk

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 01:08:00 +02004-traders (en)

June 09 --Hurricane alley. As the 2016 storm season opens, CoreLogic says South Florida still has more property at risk of storm surge than any metro area but New York. In the West Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale Miami metro area, CoreLogic counts 780,842 low-lying homes with a reconstruction value of....

Grand Isle gets $3.4 million to elevate houses

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 00:22:00 +0200nola (en)

Grand Isle, Louisiana taken Wednesday, September 5, 2012, days after Hurricane Isaac. This is taken at the east end of the island, looking west. The Coast Guard base is at far right. (SUSAN POAG) The federal government is providing a big pot of money – almost $3.4 million – to elevate houses on Grand Isle .

Grand Isle gets $3.4 million for home elevations; more sought

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 23:52:00 +0200nola (en)

The federal government is providing a big pot of money – nearly $3.4 million – to elevate homes on Grand Isle. But those funds will only help a fraction of the homeowners on the island whose structures still need to be raised to protect them from flooding.

Pour cette nouvelle saison cyclonique qui a débuté le 1 er juin et prendra fin le 30 novembre 2016 12 tempêtes, 5 ouragans dont 2 majeurs sont attendus durant la saison cyclonique 2016, selon des prévisions de l’Université du Colorado aux États-Unis. Des averses localement orageuses sont encore prévues sur Haïti, notamment sur le Sud, les Nippes, ... (Lire la suite)

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 23:46:00 +0200haitiprogres (fr)

Pour cette nouvelle saison cyclonique qui a débuté le 1er juin et prendra fin le 30 novembre 2016 12 tempêtes, 5 ouragans dont 2 majeurs sont attendus durant la saison cyclonique 2016, selon des prévisions de l’Université du Colorado aux États-Unis. Des averses localement orageuses sont encore....

So Long El Nino, Hello La Nina?

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 22:47:00 +0200patch (en)

LOS ANGELES, CA - The winter El Nino, once described as a "Godzilla" weather pattern threatening to drench the coast with rains and put a dent in the Southland's years-long drought, is officially over, forecasters announced today. Officials with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration....

El Niño is dead, leaving behind legacy of a heated planet, devastated corals and monster storms

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 21:49:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

El Niño has met its demise. The much-hyped ocean-atmosphere oscillation was declared dead by the National Weather Service today . The pool of unusually warm water in the eastern tropical Pacific Ocean, the telltale indicator of El Niño, has cooled to near normal.

El Nino officially gone — We can 'stick a fork in it, it's done'

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 21:36:00 +0200digitaljournal (en)

"There's nothing left," NOAA's Climate Prediction Center deputy director Mike Halpert said. "Stick a fork in it, it's done." Halpert added that the monstrous El Nino triggered droughts in parts of Africa and India and played a role in the record number of tropical cyclones seen in the Pacific.

Philippines: Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) Shelter Response Outcome Assessment Final Report Philippines May 2016

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 21:18:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY. When Typhoon Haiyan, locally known as Yolanda, reached the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines on 8 November 2013, it was the strongest typhoon ever recorded to make landfall. Yolanda was the deadliest typhoon in Philippine history, killing over 6,000 people as it crossed the Visayas.

Showers, thunderstorms moving across parts of South Florida

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 20:59:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Portions of South Florida were experiencing heavy weather on Thursday afternoon as showers and thunderstorms moved across the region. In mid-afternoon, the National Weather Service issued a marine warning for South Florida coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach. The warning lasted until 2:30 p.

On vient de découvrir le plus grand arbre tropical !

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 20:44:00 +0200OuestFrance (fr)

Ce meranti jaune établit un nouveau record de hauteur en Malaisie. Sa cime culmine à 89,5 mètres. Mais ce bel arbre géant est menacé de disparition. Dans la célèbre fable de Jean de La Fontaine, le chêne se vantait de sa stature imposante. Il finit pourtant par être renversé par les vents violents.

Marine warning in effect until 2:30 p.m. for parts of Palm Beach, Broward counties

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 20:13:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

The National Weather Service has issued a marine warning for South Florida coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach. The warning will last until 2:30 p.m. because of a line of strong thunderstorms capable of producing winds up to 33 knots, meteorologists said.

Vintage photos: Hurricane of 1938

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 18:34:00 +0200masslive (en)

The most powerful and deadliest hurricane to hit New England in recent history struck on Sept. 21, 1938. It made landfall in New York as a Category 3 and the eye of the storm followed the Connecticut River north into Massachusetts, where the winds and flooding killed 99 people. The Connecticut River rose six to 10 feet above flood stage.

Earth's super-sized El Nino is over; coming up, La Nina

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 18:34:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

FILE - In this Jan. 5, 2016, file photo, Chris Lene sweeps water out of one of the businesses in the building he owns that was flooded by rainwater in Sacramento, Calif. Federal meteorologists proclaimed the end of the super-sized El Nino that further heated up the globe, but didn’t quite end California’s four year drought.

NASA examined Tropical Storm Colin's heavy rainfall from space

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 18:25:00 +0200phys (en)

This rainfall analysis between June 6 and 8 from NASA's IMERG analysis showed Colin 's heaviest precipitation occurred over central Florida. Extreme rainfall amounts of over 280 mm (11 inches) were measured during this period where tropical Storm Colin formed in the Gulf of Mexico. Credit: NASA/JAXA/SSAI, Hal Pierce.

Earth's super-sized El Nino is over; coming up, La Nina

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 18:19:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

FILE - In this Jan. 5, 2016, file photo, Chris Lene sweeps water out of one of the businesses in the building he owns that was flooded by rainwater in Sacramento, Calif. Federal meteorologists proclaimed the end of the super-sized El Nino that further heated up the globe, but didn’t quite end California’s four year drought.

Earth's super-sized El Nino is over; coming up, La Nina

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 18:17:00 +0200foxnews (en)

FILE - In this Jan. 5, 2016, file photo, Chris Lene sweeps water out of one of the businesses in the building he owns that was flooded by rainwater in Sacramento, Calif. Federal meteorologists proclaimed the end of the super-sized El Nino that further heated up the globe, but didn’t quite end California’s four year drought.

Netflix blocking tunnel broker to prevent access to geo-blocked content

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 16:03:00 +0200ibtimes-uk (en)

Netflix is seemingly installing blockades for customers who are using Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) to IPv6 tunnels to gain access to geo-blocked content. Earlier this year, Netflix clamped down on the use of VPNs (Virtual private network) and proxy servers used to access content available outside the territory.

What Does Colin's Early Appearance Mean?

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 13:35:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

We’ve “C”een an active Atlantic hurricane season so far, with two tropical storms and a hurricane already, but what does this early season activity say about the rest of the year? Not a whole lot. According to Michael Lowry, hurricane specialist for The Weather Channel, there were 18 "headstart....

Periods of rain likely today especially during the afternoon

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 12:05:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

It's going to be a good idea to travel with an umbrella today as there is a good chance you will encounter rain at some point. According to the National Weather Service , there's a 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms on Thursday, primarily during the afternoon and early evening.

Sub marine kubwa zaidi duniani

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 11:45:00 +0200jamiiforums (en)

Wapenzi wa habari za mambo ya kijeshi,sayansi na teknolojia na wataalamu wa masuala ya silaha, hebu oneni nchi tajiri zilivyojikita kwenye mambo ya silaha.Tazama ni nchi gani ina sub marine kubwa zaidi kushinda wengine,ni bahati tu,uwezo wa kisayansi na kiteknolojia ama uwezo wa kiuchumi na utajiri.Tujadili.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 07:51:00 +0200muscatinejournal (en)

Muscatine, IA (52761) Today. Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm in the morning will give way to lots of sunshine late. High 94F. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 60%.. Tonight. Partly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 69F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph.

Colin's Early Appearance Lacks Seasonal Significance

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 06:16:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

We’ve “C”een an active Atlantic hurricane season so far, with two tropical storms and a hurricane already, but what does this early season activity say about the rest of the year? Not a whole lot. According to Michael Lowry, Weather Channel Hurricane Specialist, there were 18 "Headstart Hurricane....

Florida Preps for Tropical Storm Colin

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 05:07:00 +0200newsweek (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (Reuters) - Florida's governor declared a state of emergency in dozens of counties on Monday as Tropical Storm Colin lashed the state with 50-mile-per-hour winds and torrential rain ahead of expected landfall later in the day along the northern Gulf Coast.

Rain, some heavy, throughout Treasure Coast on Wednesday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 05:04:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

CURRENT CONDITIONS. Deep moisture will combine with occasional surface heating and outflow boundaries to produce numerous showers and embedded lightning storms from Osceola and south Brevard across Indian River, Okeechobee, St. Lucie and Martin counties. Earlier activity has produced up to 3 inches in some locations.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 05:03:00 +0200sunherald (en)

A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas reached Texas, in theory, on Wednesday as part of an air-emergency evacuation practice run at some of the state's larger airports. The air and ground drills are a chance to practice and evaluate plans for evacuating and sheltering people — some with medical issues....

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 03:37:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

The air and ground drills are a chance to practice and evaluate plans for evacuating and sheltering people — some with medical issues — in the event of severe weather, according to Trooper Robbie Barrera of the Texas Department of Public Safety. "Exercise only, this is not a real scenario.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 03:33:00 +0200lacrossetribune (en)

The air and ground drills are a chance to practice and evaluate plans for evacuating and sheltering people — some with medical issues — in the event of severe weather, according to Trooper Robbie Barrera of the Texas Department of Public Safety. "Exercise only, this is not a real scenario.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 03:33:00 +0200muscatinejournal (en)

The air and ground drills are a chance to practice and evaluate plans for evacuating and sheltering people — some with medical issues — in the event of severe weather, according to Trooper Robbie Barrera of the Texas Department of Public Safety. "Exercise only, this is not a real scenario.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 02:47:00 +0200charlotteobserver (en)

A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas reached Texas, in theory, on Wednesday as part of an air-emergency evacuation practice run at some of the state's larger airports. The air and ground drills are a chance to practice and evaluate plans for evacuating and sheltering people — some with medical issues....

After nine years sending prayers to Jerusalem, Charlie Crist's paperwork is missing this hurricane season

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 23:58:00 +0200tampabay (en)

"Dear God," the note read, "please protect our Florida from storms and other difficulties. Charlie." No hurricanes made landfall in Florida that year. Over the next nine years, Crist had a prayer note delivered to the Western Wall before each hurricane season. And for those nine years, hurricanes stayed away from Florida.

Hurricane season just started and the tropics have been active

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 23:51:00 +0200wwlp (en)

Published: June 8, 2016, 5:00 pm Updated: June 8, 2016, 5:27 pm Adam Strzempko CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Hurricane Alex formed in the far eastern Atlantic way back in January. Recently it’s been the south that has been hit hard by the last two tropical storms.

BGIS Notices For June 08, 2016

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 23:21:00 +0200gisbarbados (en)

Records Section Closing Early Members of the public are asked to note that the Records Section of the Registration Department will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, June 9, from 3:00 p.m. to allow staff to attend a meeting. Persons are therefore asked to arrange their business accordingly. Any inconvenience caused is regretted.

Tropical Depression 1E dissipates

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 22:45:00 +0200phys (en)

On June 8 at 1500 UTC (11 a.m. EDT) NOAA's GOES-West satellite showed the remnants of Tropical Depression 1E dissipating on the western coast of Mexico. Credit: NASA/NOAA GOES Project. Tropical Depression 1E or TD1E didn't get far from the time it was born to the time it weakened to a remnant low....

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 21:49:00 +0200statesman (en)

A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas reached Texas, in theory, on Wednesday as part of an air-emergency evacuation practice run at some of the state's larger airports. The air and ground drills are a chance to practice and evaluate plans for evacuating and sheltering people — some with medical issues....

Firefighters give final salute to the last 9/11 search dog

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 20:19:00 +0200startribune (en)

Panting at the end of a thick leash, the elderly dog was gently lifted from a truck and placed on the veterinary office sidewalk outside. Then she hobbled slowing toward the building, passing more than a dozen men and women dressed in blue, their hands raised to their foreheads in a somber salute.

"Ouragan", le documentaire spectaculaire sur un phénomène climatique

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 19:44:00 +0200itele (fr)

Le documentaire "Ouragan" est sorti ce mercredi dans les salles. Il raconte comment l'ouragan "Lucy" a dévasté la Louisiane de la naissance d'une tempête en Afrique jusqu'à son apogée aux Etats-Unis. Plus de 300 jours de tournages et cinq années de conception plus tard, le résultat est époustouflant.

Global disasters lead to at least $7bn in claims as insurers aid the recovery process following May wildfires, floods, and storms - Aon report

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 18:48:00 +0200prnewswire (en)

. Canada wildfires set to become costliest disaster in country's history. 12:13 ET from CHICAGO June 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon Benfield's catastrophe model development team, today launches the latest edition of its monthly Global Catastrophe Recap report, which evaluates the impact of the natural....

NASA sees post-Tropical Storm Colin headed into history

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 18:44:00 +0200phys (en)

On June 7, 2016 at 15:25 UTC (11:25 a.m. EDT) NASA's Terra satellite captured this image of Tropical Storm Colin (03L) off the southeastern United States. Credit: NASA Goddard MODIS Rapid Response Team. The National Hurricane Center issued the last advisory on Post-Tropical Cyclone Colin at 5 p.m. EDT (2100 UTC).

Derecho science: The debate about what a derecho is, and what it isn't

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 18:36:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

This summer in Washington, D.C. we have enjoyed a derecho reprieve (so far!). However, there is another storm brewing: The basic, scientific criteria used to identify and categorize these violent storms remains embroiled in debate. A borderline derecho over the Midwest last July threw fuel onto the derecho debate fire.

Tracking RAIN and cooler weather...

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 18:29:00 +0200wfsb (en)

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - AFTERNOON UPDATE. This Thursday, as expected, began with sunshine and cooler weather. As of the Noon hour, rain was moving into western CT and it will continue pushing east as we head through the next few hours. While we can't rule out a rumble of thunder, storms shouldn't be....

Adieux à Bretagne, dernier chien-sauveteur du 11 septembre

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 18:04:00 +0200TF1 (fr)

Très malade, la chienne a été euthanasiée lundi dans un centre vétérinaire au Texas. En 2001, Bretagne avait participé avec sa maîtresse Denise Corliss aux recherches dans les décombres du World Trade Center. Elle avait ensuite rempli d'autres missions - notamment après le passage de l'ouragan Katrina.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:59:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

DALLAS (AP) — A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas (TAY'-hahs) will help first responders practice air emergency evacuation methods at some big Texas airports. Department of Public Safety Trooper Robbie Barrera says the drill began Wednesday and runs through Thursday. The exercise involves people supposedly needing to leave South Texas.

USA. Décès de Bretagne, le dernier chien sauveteur du 11-Septembre

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:53:00 +0200OuestFrance (fr)

Elle s'appelait Bretagne. Cette golden-retriever était le dernier chien-sauveteur du 11-Septembre 2001 encore en vie. Âgée et malade, elle a été euthanasiée lundi au Texas. Bretagne avait 16 ans, un grand âge pour un golden retriever. Et cette chienne de sauvetage a eu une carrière bien remplie.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:44:00 +0200sunherald (en)

A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas (TAY'-hahs) will help first responders practice air emergency evacuation methods at some big Texas airports. Department of Public Safety Trooper Robbie Barrera says the drill began Wednesday and runs through Thursday. The exercise involves people supposedly needing to leave South Texas.

No tropical systems expected in Gulf for next 5 days

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:30:00 +0200nola (en)

No tropical depressions, storms or hurricanes are expected to form in the next five days in the Gulf of Mexico, according to the Wednesday morning (June 8) update from the National Hurricane Center. The north Atlantic and the Caribbean Sea also are expected to be clear for the next week.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:24:00 +020012newsnow (en)

DALLAS (AP) - A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas (TAY'-hahs) will help first responders practice air emergency evacuation methods at some big Texas airports. Department of Public Safety Trooper Robbie Barrera says the drill began Wednesday and runs through Thursday. The exercise involves people supposedly needing to leave South Texas.

Record start to Atlantic hurricane season says little about its future course

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:19:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

North Atlantic. Why are both NOAA and CSU calling for an average hurricane season given the likelihood of La Niña developing over the next few months? The primary reason is that the far North Atlantic as well as the subtropical northeast Atlantic remain colder than normal.

Texas hurricane air evacuation drill runs through Thursday

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:15:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

A mock storm dubbed Hurricane Tejas (TAY'-hahs) will help first responders practice air emergency evacuation methods at some big Texas airports. Department of Public Safety Trooper Robbie Barrera says the drill began Wednesday and runs through Thursday. The exercise involves people supposedly needing to leave South Texas.

As Netflix attempts to limit VPN use, IPv6 users lose out

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:04:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

Because of infrastructure issues—most typically, transit providers in certain locations without IPv6 service to local ISPs—transitional technologies like 6in4 and 6rd are necessary for users who require IPv6 connectivity. Hurricane Electric's free IPv6 tunnel service is not advertised as being an....

Learn the difference between hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:02:00 +02007online (en)

Ever wonder what is the difference between a hurricane and cyclone? The answer isn't what you expect. (AccuWeather) If you've ever wondered what separates hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons from one another, the only difference is that they happen in different geographical locations.

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Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:00:00 +0200patch (en)

A Bethesda boy's online petition asks the US and France to designate an area to recall the lives lost on D-Day at Normandy Beach. A storm now located over the southern Gulf of Mexico has been upgraded to a tropical storm by the National Hurricane Center.

Much cooler weather on the way!

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 16:29:00 +0200wfsb (en)

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - MUCH COOLER TODAY & TOMORROW. The air mass moving in behind a front that moved through last night will be unseasonably cool. Highs today will be in the 60s to near 70 degrees. Temperatures will probably stay in the lowers 60s in the Litchfield Hills! A brisk northwesterly breeze could gust as high as 30 mph.

Regional meeting on UN disaster risk reduction framework set to open in Paraguay

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 15:39:00 +0200irishsun (en)

. UN Wednesday 8th June, 2016 7 June 2016 -- The risk that natural disasters will affect more people in the Americas is increasing as urban centres across the continent continue to experience rapid growth, the head of the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR) for the region has....

Port authority sets fire drill in Zamboanga

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 15:22:00 +0200sunstar (en)

THE Philippine Ports Authority, through its Port Management Office (PMO) of Zamboanga City, is set to conduct a fire drill on Thursday, June 9, to determine the preparedness of the port community in handling a contingent event such as fire breakout in the facility.

Tropical Update

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 14:50:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

The National Hurricane Center declared Colin as "post-tropical" late Tuesday morning. Colin's center of circulation became elongated and not well defined as it moved off the Southeast coast. This means it will no longer be considered a tropical cyclone as it moves away from land over the western Atlantic Ocean.

Just in time for hurricane season, NOAA gets a new global ocean satellite

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 14:43:00 +0200phys (en)

Credit: NOAA Headquarters. This week, NOAA officially assumed control of the Jason-3 satellite, the latest in a series of spacecraft that measure the surface height of the global ocean, monitor the rate of sea-level rise and help NOAA's National Weather Service more accurately forecast the strength....

Reducing climate change disaster risk

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 14:20:00 +0200trust (en)

Updated: Wed, 25 May 2016 Plan aims to boost resilience to quakes, cyclones and floods, and save lives by preparing better for disasters By Nita Bhalla | Wed, 8 Jun 2016; Sri Lanka’s deadly landslide and torrential rain point to weaknesses in sharing disaster updates By Amantha Perera | Wed, 25 May 2016; By 2050, 1.

South Carolina Residents Urged To Prepare Emergency Communication Plan For 2016 Hurricane Season

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 14:15:00 +0200prnewswire (en)

GREENVILLE, S.C. June 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- This month marks the start of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, reminding South Carolina residents that preparation is key to keeping their families safe and ready for severe weather. Verizon Wireless, which operates the nation's largest and most....

Cameroun: Une tornade fait cinq morts à Mayo-Oulo

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:13:00 +0200allafrica-fr (fr)

Des édifices administratifs endommagés, des habitations détruites. Le préfet du Mayo-Louti s'est rendu sur place pour constater les dégâts. La ville de Mayo-Oulo est dans le désarroi et la consternation. Cette unité administrative du département du Mayo-Louti, située à 150 Km environ de Garoua, vient de vivre une situation catastrophique.

Be prepared: State agencies practice hurricane lane reversal

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 12:06:00 +0200wbtv (en)

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - With hurricane season underway, South Carolina law enforcement agencies are testing plans to reverse lanes on major highways leading to the coast to help in storm evacuations. The Department of Public Safety is working with other state and local agencies in the evacuation exercise set for Wednesday.

Une tornade fait cinq morts à Mayo-Oulo

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 11:22:00 +0200cameroon-tribune (fr)

Des édifices administratifs endommagés, des habitations détruites. Le préfet du Mayo-Louti s’est rendu sur place pour constater les dégâts. La ville de Mayo-Oulo est dans le désarroi et la consternation. Cette unité administrative du département du Mayo-Louti, située à 150 Km environ de Garoua, vient de vivre une situation catastrophique.

Texas firefighters give farewell salute to last 9/11 rescue dog

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:41:00 +0200yakimaherald (en)

Before Bretagne the golden retriever died, she received one final salute — for her hard work, for her gentle ways, for her service in that devastating place 15 years ago. Panting at the end of a thick leash, the elderly dog was gently lifted from a truck and placed on the veterinary office sidewalk outside.

Firefighters give farewell salute to last 9/11 rescue dog

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:25:00 +0200nzherald (en)

Before Bretagne the golden retriever died, she received one final salute - for her hard work, for her gentle ways, for her service in that devastating place 15 years ago. Panting at the end of a thick leash, the elderly dog was gently lifted from a truck and placed on the veterinary office pavement outside.

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Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:21:00 +0200adhoc (en)

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Oil Search executive believes there is still 40 Tcf of gas ...

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:21:00 +0200adhoc (en)

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Wed, 08 Jun 2016 08:36:00 +0200adhoc (en)

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Firefighters gave a final, farewell salute to the last 9/11 rescue dog

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 07:10:00 +0200messenger-inquirer (en)

Panting at the end of a thick leash, the elderly dog was gently lifted from a truck and placed on the veterinary office sidewalk outside. Then she hobbled slowing toward the building, passing more than a dozen men and women dressed in blue, their hands raised to their foreheads in a somber salute.

Alerte orange pour orages et inondations dans 8 départements

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 07:09:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Cinq départements du nord de la France sont maintenus en vigilance orange mercredi au petit matin en prévision de violents orages : le Pas-de-Calais, le Nord, la Somme, l'Oise et l'Aisne. La fin de l'événement était prévue pour mercredi vers 6 heures. Trois départements restent en alerte orange pour....

Firefighters gave a final, farewell salute to the last 9/11 rescue dog

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 06:27:00 +0200post-gazette (en)

Before Bretagne the golden retriever died, she received one final salute for her hard work, for her gentle ways, for her service in that devastating place 15 years ago. Panting at the end of a thick leash, the elderly dog was gently lifted from a truck and placed on the veterinary office sidewalk outside.

Active start to hurricane season doesn't foretell

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 06:23:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild or calm ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

T.D. One-E Brings Flood, Mudslide Threat to Mexico

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:55:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Tropical Depression One-E formed near the Pacific coast of Mexico on Monday afternoon. The threat for flash flooding and mudslides is increasing as the depression spins near the Mexican coast. Here's the latest from the National Hurricane Center: Tropical Depression One-E is located about 45 miles....

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Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:45:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

The court must decide whether Gretna Racing is entitled to slot machines because voters approved a countywide referendum in 2012, but ruling will have statewide implications. MMA fighter Kimbo Slice, who was born in the Bahamas and grew up in Miami, was hospitalized Monday near his home in Coral....

World: World - Severe weather events - ECHO Daily Map | 07/06/2016

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:09:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

CHINA • Severe weather, including heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail, has continued to affect the central and southern areas of the country, causing more casualties and damage. • According to national authorities, five people have died, one has gone missing, 11 have been injured, over 3 600 people....

Thorough policy on preventing floods vital

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:09:00 +0200taipeitimes (en)

The media have been full of images of the flooding at the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. It is embarrassing, to say the least, because it happened at the main gateway to Taiwan. More than 10cm of rain fell in Taoyuan’s Pusin (埔心), Lujhu (蘆竹) and Guanyin (觀音) districts in just three hours.

Florida Declares Emergency as Colin Threatens Heavy Rains

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:07:00 +0200bloomberg (en)

Tropical Storm Colin moved out to sea early Tuesday after knocking out power to thousands, prompting Florida Governor Rick Scott to declare a state of emergency. The threat of a storm surge flooding shifted to the Atlantic Coast from the Gulf of Mexico. The system may bring 1 to 3 inches (7.

Houston Forecast: Pleasant Tuesday evening

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:59:00 +0200khou (en)

HOUSTON - It's shaping up to be a nice Tuesday evening with temps in the 80s, according to KHOU 11 News Chief Meteorologist David Paul. Temps are expected to drop into the low-70s overnight into Wednesday morning. There's a slight chance for a scattered shower Wednesday afternoon.

Colin Continues To Move Away

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:55:00 +0200cbs12 (en)

' Colin ' made landfall as a tropical storm in the Big Bend area of FL around midnight . As of the midday Tuesday advisory from the National Hurricane Center, Colin has become a post-tropical cyclone as it continues it's fast, far journey away from Florida, heading out to the Atlantic passing east of North Carolina.

World Humanitarian Data and Trends 2014

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:50:00 +0200unocha (en)

In 2013 the humanitarian community was confronted with emergencies of unprecedented magnitude. This interactive - based on the publication - shows the impact of natural disasters and conflict on the millions of people affected worlwide, the changing nature of the crises and looks at the critical....

Tropical Storm Colin leaves mess across Tampa Bay area

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:44:00 +0200tampabay (en)

Roads flooded, power dropped, and millions of gallons of partially treated sewage flowed into area waters as the tail of the storm whipped through with throttling force. Colin 's winds ripped apart tents at a homeless shelter, downed trees and broke boats free from their moorings, though the storm....

Weather 45 mins ago 8:35 p.m. Tropical Storm Colin heads out to sea after soaking Florida

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:33:00 +0200khou (en)

Tropical Storm Colin , the first tropical system to hit Florida in three years, headed out to sea Tuesday after soaking portions of the state and the Southeast. As of 5 p.m. EDT Tuesday, the center of the storm was 205 miles east-northeast of Cape Hatteras, N.C., with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph, the National Hurricane Center reported.

Emergency-related tech heightens the urgency for connectivity

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 03:02:00 +0200ibtimes-au (en)

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Intempéries: Seize départements placés en alerte orange orages

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 02:26:00 +020020minutes (fr)

. INTEMPERIES Le Nord et l’Est de la France sont en alerte Bulletin de Météo France pour la soirée du 7 juin 2016. - Météo France. A.Ch. avec AFP Publié le 07.06.2016 à 18:05; Mis à jour le 07.06.2016 à 18:05. ont été placés en vigilance orange ce mardi après-midi en prévision des violents orages....

VIDEO. Bretagne, dernier chien-sauveteur du 11-Septembre, a été euthanasié

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 02:26:00 +020020minutes (fr)

. ANIMAUX La chienne de Denise Corliss avait 16 ans, soit plus de 110 ans en âge humain... Publié le 07.06.2016 à 11:08; Mis à jour le 07.06.2016 à 13:12. Le 11 septembre 2001 , Bretagne (prononcez Brittany), un golden retriever de deux ans, a participé pendant deux semaines et plus de 12 heures....

Simulation helps MC work out kinks at special needs shelter | Video

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 01:41:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

MARTIN COUNTY More than 100 Martin County employees and volunteers gathered Tuesday at Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School as "Hurricane Lucas" struck the Martin County area as part of a hurricane simulation exercise. "No beds, what do you mean no beds?" shouted Malecia Matheny, 56, who played "Lois.

Nation-Now 56 mins ago 4:58 p.m. Active start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild -- or calm -- year

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 01:08:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild or calm ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

Firefighters give farewell salute to last 9/11 rescue dog

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:48:00 +0200nzherald (en)

Before Bretagne the golden retriever died, she received one final salute - for her hard work, for her gentle ways, for her service in that devastating place 15 years ago. Panting at the end of a thick leash, the elderly dog was gently lifted from a truck and placed on the veterinary office pavement outside.

Nation-Now Active start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild -- or calm -- year

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:44:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild or calm ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

Crews practice for quake 'like nothing we have ever seen'

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:35:00 +0200oregonlive (en)

The news story would have read: More than 4,200 people died and 15,000 were injured Tuesday after a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck 60 miles off the Oregon Coast, creating a 40-foot-high tsunami that slammed into seaside towns. But instead of a real event, it was the training scenario Oregon and....

Who pays for $3 billion MR-GO wetlands restoration?

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:26:00 +0200nola (en)

Louisiana and the Army Corps of Engineers sparred before a three-judge panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday (June 7) over whether the state should pay 35 percent of the almost $3 billion corps plan to restore wetlands along the closed Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet . U.S.

Regional meeting on UN disaster risk reduction plan set to open in Paraguay

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:21:00 +0200un-org (en)

. Destroyed houses in the Santa Rosa neighborhood, the area most affected by the earthquake in Muisne, Esmeraldas, Ecuador. Photo: UNICEF/Santiago Arcos. 7 June 2016 #150 The risk that natural disasters will affect more people in the Americas is increasing as urban centres across the continent....

Nation-Now Active start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild -- or calm -- year

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:19:00 +0200kgw (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild or calm ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:15:00 +0200wlwt (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Fast start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild year

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:08:00 +0200usaToday (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild — or calm — ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:07:00 +0200krcrtv (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:03:00 +0200wesh (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Here’s what’s propelling natural-gas futures to 7-month highs

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:03:00 +0200marketwatch (en)

July natural gas futures settled at $2.474 per million British thermal units Tuesday—the highest since Oct. 20. Prices scored a gain of 10.6% last week. Weekly increases in domestic natural-gas supplies have been lower than normal “so the surplus is being worked down,” said James Williams, energy economist at WTRG Economics.

13 min ago 4:49 p.m. June 7, 2016 Here’s what’s propelling natural-gas futures to 7-month highs

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:03:00 +0200marketwatch (en)

Here’s what’s propelling natural-gas futures to 7-month highs. Natural gas is elbowing coal aside when it comes to cooling the U.S. Combined with weather worries, that could allow the commodity to build on gains that propelled it to its highest close in more than seven months. July natural gas futures settled at $2.

News Minute: Here is the latest North Carolina news from The Associated Press at 4:40 p.m. EDT

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:03:00 +0200wbtv (en)

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - The state Court of Appeals has vacated the criminal contempt sentence for a jury foreman who was ordered to spend 30 days in a North Carolina jail for taking notes on his cellphone. A three-judge panel of the court on Tuesday reversed and vacated the sentence for Christopher....

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:57:00 +0200wcvb (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:56:00 +0200wxii12 (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Tropical Storm Colin soaks Florida, heads out to sea

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:55:00 +0200azcentral (en)

Tropical Storm Colin , the first tropical system to hit Florida in three years, headed out to sea Tuesday after soaking portions of the state and the Southeast. As of 5 p.m. EDT Tuesday, the center of the storm was 205 miles east-northeast of Cape Hatteras, N.C., with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph, the National Hurricane Center reported.

Fast start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild year

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:55:00 +0200azcentral (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild — or calm — ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

Tropical Storm Colin weakens after dumping rain on Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:44:00 +0200cnn (en)

Colin , which brought heavy rains and wind gusts to the Southeast after it made landfall in Florida early Tuesday, is no longer a tropical storm and is moving out into the Atlantic. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Nation-Now Tropical Storm Colin soaks Florida, heads out to sea Tropical Storm Colin soaks Florida, heads out to sea Tropical Storm Colin, the first tropical system to hit Florida in three years, headed out to sea Tuesday after soaking portions of the state and the Southeast. Nation-Now 21 minutes ago

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:43:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Tropical Storm Colin , the first tropical system to hit Florida in three years, headed out to sea Tuesday after soaking portions of the state and the Southeast. As of 5 p.m. EDT Tuesday, the center of the storm was 205 miles east-northeast of Cape Hatteras, N.C., with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph, the National Hurricane Center reported.

Scott buys lunch for first responders

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:43:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Gov. Rick Scott brought lunch on Tuesday for about 50 first responders in Hillsborough County as thanks for keeping the public safe during Tropical Storm Colin . He says he is shocked that the state has seen three named storms just one week into hurricane season.

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:38:00 +0200kcci (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Tropical Storm Colin drenches Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:36:00 +0200Koat (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin is now a post-tropical cyclone with only a few outer bands still over land. In Florida, flooding across the Tampa area left drivers stranded Tuesday. Photos from CNN affiliate Bay News 9 showed downed trees and roads that looked like rivers.

Nation-Now Active start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild -- or calm -- year Active start to hurricane season doesn't foretell wild -- or calm -- year Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild — or calm — ride. Nation-Now 36 minutes ago

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:34:00 +0200kgw (en)

Tropical Storm Colin may be the earliest "C" storm on record, indicating an active start to this year's hurricane season, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're in for a wild — or calm — ride. Colin, currently spinning out to sea after drenching Florida, is only the third "C" storm to ever form in June.

Tropical Storm Colin soaks Florida, heads out to sea

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:19:00 +0200elpasotimes (en)

Tropical Storm Colin , the first tropical system to hit Florida in three years, headed out to sea Tuesday after soaking portions of the state and the Southeast. As of 2 p.m. EDT Tuesday, the center of the storm was 45 miles east of Cape Hatteras, N.C., with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph, the National Hurricane Center reported.

Last surviving 9/11 search dog Bretagne dies at 16

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:09:00 +0200nigeriaonline (en)

HOUSTON — The last known surviving Ground Zero search dog died at 16 on Monday, and human first responders gave her a tearful farewell. Bretagne, a golden retriever who had since retired but was still a regular companion for some Houston-area firefighters, was ailing physically.

News Minute: Here is the latest South Carolina news from The Associated Press at 4:40 p.m. EDT

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 23:01:00 +0200wbtv (en)

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A federal judge says jurors will be picked this fall in the trial of a white man accused of killing nine members of a historic black Charleston, South Carolina, church. Chief U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel on Tuesday set Nov. 7 as the day to begin selecting jurors for the federal trial of Dylann Roof.

Tropical storm warnings discontinued for Colin

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:56:00 +0200nola (en)

The National Hurricane Center has discontinued all tropical storm warnings as the remnants of Colin speed off into the Atlantic Ocean. Forecasters said the center of post-tropical cyclone Colin was moving toward the northeast at close to 40 mph. The center of the storm was expected to move away from....

Tropical rains, tornadoes threaten half of the US

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:52:00 +0200eagletribune (en)

ATLANTA — From tropical rains to tornadoes, about half of the U.S. expected to see wet and at times severe weather this weekend, capping a week of scorching temperatures out West and flooding that killed nine soldiers when their military vehicle got caught in the rushing waters of a rain-swollen creek at Fort Hood, Texas.

Hurricane event set for June 17 at mass grave for victims of 1928 storm

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:49:00 +0200palmbeachpost (en)

A hurricane awareness and preparedness event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the mass grave for victims of the The grave is part of a city memorial and park at Twenty-Fifth Street and Tamarind Avenue in West Palm Beach . It is believed to hold as many as 700 victims of the storm,....

Hurricane-Central 8 mins ago 3:11 p.m. Tropical Storm Colin soaks Florida, heads out to sea

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:30:00 +0200wcnc (en)

Tropical Storm Colin , the first tropical system to hit Florida in three years, headed out to sea Tuesday after soaking portions of the state and the Southeast. As of 2 p.m. EDT Tuesday, the center of the storm was 45 miles east of Cape Hatteras, N.C., with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph, the National Hurricane Center reported.

Colin loses tropical storm status

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:15:00 +0200caribbean360 (en)

FLORIDA, United States, Tuesday June 7, 2016 – Colin has been downgraded to a “post-tropical” cyclone by the National Hurricane Centre (NHC). The tropical system, which developed into a storm two days ago, is now moving away from the United States after downing trees and power lines in Tampa, Florida yesterday.

News Minute: Here is the latest South Carolina news from The Associated Press at 1:40 p.m. EDT

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:00:00 +0200wbtv (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - As Tropical Storm Colin continues to speed away from the southeastern United States, power has been restored to some 85,000 homes in Florida. Duke Energy says 7,600 people were still without power Tuesday morning. The National Hurricane Center said Colin was about 120 miles southeast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina at 11 a.

Hurricane Forecasters Hope for Continued Streak of Luck on U.S. Coasts

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:54:00 +0200finanznachrichten-en (en)

FT. WORTH, TX -- (Marketwired) -- 06/07/16 -- Not a single major hurricane has made U.S. landfall since 2005, and that relatively lengthy streak of luck has made some coastal property owners a bit nervous. Experts at Interstate Restoration advise business owners and others along the U.S.

Disasters cost Jamaica government $4 billion

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:44:00 +0200caribbean360 (en)

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Tuesday June 7, 2016 – Disasters such as hurricanes, tropical storms and depressions, and floods over the last 15 years have cost the Government and people of Jamaica more than $4 billion. This was disclosed by Deputy Director General of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and....

Governor, Attorney General thank first responders for work during tropical storm

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:40:00 +0200tampabay (en)

TAMPA — First responders got a handshake from the governor, coffee and Cuban sandwiches Tuesday for their work during Tropical Storm Colin . Gov. Rick Scott visited the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office on N Falkenburg Road to personally thank about 30 law enforcement officers.

HOT PORT NEWS from GAC

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:37:00 +0200hellenicshippingnews (en)

Tuesday, June 7, 2016, Singapore Under the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act (Cap. 170A), no person shall supply water to vessels within the port unless: (a) he is authorised to do so by a public licence or an exemption granted by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (“MPA”)....

NASA sees slow-moving Tropical Depression 1E over Southern Mexico

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:21:00 +0200phys (en)

On June 6, 2016 NASA's Aqua satellite captured this visible light image of Tropical Depression 1E over southwestern Mexico and Guatemala. Credit: NASA Goddard MODIS Rapid Response. Tropical Depression 1E or TD1E continued to hug the coast of southwestern Mexico as NASA's Aqua satellite passed....

No longer tropical storm, Colin still felt in Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:13:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

A NASA's Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) image shows the Tropical Storm Colin over Florida and the U.S. South-East coast in this satellite image released by on June 6, 2016. Courtesy GOES Project Science/NASA/Handout via REUTERS By Letitia Stein. TAMPA, Fla.

No longer tropical storm, Colin still felt in Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 20:56:00 +0200reuters (en)

TAMPA, Fla. Letitia Stein The storm Colin dissipated off coastal North Carolina on Tuesday and moved out to sea after pounding the U.S. Southeast with torrential rains and winds, but flooding remained a concern in parts of Florida that received the brunt of the tropical storm.

No longer tropical storm, Colin still felt in Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 20:52:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

A NASA's Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) image shows the Tropical Storm Colin over Florida and the U.S. South-East coast in this satellite image released by on June 6, 2016. Courtesy GOES Project Science/NASA/Handout via REUTERS By Letitia Stein. TAMPA, Fla.

No longer tropical storm, Colin still felt in Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 20:51:00 +0200es-noticias (en)

By Letitia Stein. TAMPA, Fla. (Reuters) - The storm Colin dissipated off coastal North Carolina on Tuesday and moved out to sea after pounding the U.S. Southeast with torrential rains and winds, but flooding remained a concern in parts of Florida that received the brunt of the tropical storm.

RMI, FSM Suffering ‘Worst Drought In Recorded History’

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 20:20:00 +0200pidp (en)

Pacific Islands Development Program, East-West Center With Support From Center for Pacific Islands Studies, University of Hawai‘i. Some atolls close to running out of drinking water. WELLINGTON, New Zealand (Radio New Zealand International, April 1, 2016) – Some parts of the Federated States of....

"Les caprices de l'archiduchesse Marie-Ségolène pourrissent la vie du roi"

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 19:43:00 +0200lexpress (fr)

Cependant que le roi frit tel le boudin sur les braises attisées par Monsieur de Martinet, l’archiduchesse, très vénère, peste, bouillonne, tempête, et clame son indignation. Peu lui chaut que la France patauge. L’archiduchesse, telle la Seine en tumulte, sort de son lit comme un ouragan, quitte son....

Une réunion régionale au Paraguay vise à contribuer aux efforts globaux de prévention des catastrophes

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 19:00:00 +0200un-org-newscentre (fr)

7 juin 2016 #150 Les Nations Unies cherchent à réduire considérablement le nombre de personnes touchées par des catastrophes à travers le monde alors que l'an dernier ce chiffre a atteint 100 millions, dont 50 millions de personnes affectées par la sécheresse.

Alerte orange aux orages dans 16 départements du nord-est de la France

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 18:34:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Seize départements étaient en vigilance orange mardi après-midi en prévision des violents orages qui ont commencé à toucher le Nord et se déplacent vers l'est de la France . Les départements du Nord-Pas-de-Calais et de Picardie, de Champagne-Ardenne, de Lorraine, la Côte-d'Or, la Haute-Saône et le....

Bretagne, le dernier chien-sauveteur du 11-Septembre, est mort BFMTV

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 18:12:00 +0200msn-fr (fr)

Elle était le dernier chien à avoir participé aux opérations de sauvetage lors des attentats du 11 septembre 2001 contre le World Trade Center, à New York. Bretagne - prononcée "Brittany" - une golden retriever âgé de 16 ans, a été euthanasiée lundi. © Fournis par BFMNews.

Tropical Storm Colin weakens to a post-tropical cyclone: NHC

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 17:36:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - Colin , the third named tropical storm of the 2016 Atlantic season, has weakened into a post-tropical cyclone, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said on Tuesday. The post-tropical cyclone, currently about 120 miles (190 km) southwest of Cape Hatteras in North Carolina, is moving toward....

Le dernier chien sauveteur du 11-Septembre est mort (VIDÉO)

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 17:35:00 +0200nordeclair (fr)

Elle s’appelait Bretagne, c’était une femelle Golden Retriever. À 18 ans, elle était le dernier chien sauveteur à avoir travaillé dans les décombres du World Trade Center le 11 septembre 2001, à New York. Âgée de 2 ans à l’époque, Bretagne (prononcez « Britney ») était intervenue à Ground Zero avec....

Southeast Gets More Rain As Tropical Storm Colin Heads East

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 17:03:00 +0200baltimore-cbslocal (en)

Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into southeast Georgia, and The National Hurricane Center said Colin marked the earliest that a third named storm has ever formed in the Atlantic basin. By 8 a.m.

Tropical Storm Colin made landfall in central Florida, now it's headed out to sea

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 16:59:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

Late Monday night, the center of Tropical Storm Colin made landfall near Cedar Key, Fla. — about 90 miles north of Tampa, pushing ashore over four feet of water from the Gulf of Mexico. Then, as it crossed the Florida peninsula, it unloaded up to 11 inches of rain.

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 16:00:00 +0200jsonline (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Tropical Storm Colin Drops Heavy Rain on Southeast

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:53:00 +0200time (en)

(TAMPA, Fla.) Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:46:00 +0200AP (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Florida declares emergency as Colin threatens with heavy rains

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:43:00 +0200sentinelsource (en)

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has declared a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Colin bears down on the state's west coast where it will strike later Monday before crossing into the Atlantic to menace Georgia and South Carolina. Flood and flash flood warnings stretch from North Carolina to Florida where....

Heavy rain continues to bring threat of flooding

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:39:00 +0200wtsp (en)

I'm Meteorologist Ashley Batey tracking some heavy rain that is only slowly drifting south of the Bay area. This will be moving toward Manatee and Sarasota counties and continuing through Polk county over the next several hours. Street flooding is likely, so give yourself plenty of extra time as....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:30:00 +0200wbrc (en)

By TAMARA LUSH and JASON DEAREN Associated Press. More >> TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov.

Tropical Storm Colin heads east, dumping heavy rain on Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:16:00 +0200CBC (en)

Winds near 85 km/h. In Florida, where Colin has poured some 25 centimetres of rain on some cities, Scott cautioned that the state has seen severe flooding in unlikely places after previous storms. "We'll just see how well it runs off," Scott said. "I always remember back to [Tropical Storm] Isaac in....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:08:00 +0200barrie (en)

TAMPA, Fla. -- Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:01:00 +0200foxnews (en)

Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into southeast Georgia,....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:57:00 +0200startribune (en)

Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into southeast Georgia, and The National Hurricane Center said Colin marked the earliest that a third named storm has ever formed in the Atlantic basin. By 5 a.m. EDT Tuesday, the storm was moving into the Atlantic, away from the Georgia coast.

News story: Armed Forces Minister praises tireless work of UK military against Daesh

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:57:00 +0200gov-uk (en)

Armed Forces Minister Penny Mordaunt has praised the tireless dedication of the UK Armed Forces stationed abroad as they continue to degrade Daesh in Iraq and Syria. For the first time the Minister has visited the UK headquarters for the combined counter Daesh operations, RAF Reaper launch and....

Patrick Kanner veut envoyer un tweet à Karim Benzema CONFIDENTIELS RTL - Le ministre des Sports veut inviter le footballeur à faire cause commune contre le racisme. Partager Commenter

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:54:00 +0200RTLFrance (fr)

CONFIDENTIELS RTL - Le ministre de la Jeunesse et des Sports veut inviter le footballeur à prendre une initiative et à faire cause commune contre le racisme. Emmanuel Macron bousculé : "Une colère qui vire à l'hystérisation", déplore Alba Ventura Crédit Image : AFP/L.

Southeast Gets More Rain as Tropical Storm Colin Heads East

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:53:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into southeast Georgia,....

The Latest: Colin’s center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:52:00 +0200therepublic (en)

TAMPA, Fla. The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin’s center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm’s maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:50:00 +0200durhamregion (en)

TAMPA, Fla. — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:48:00 +0200simcoe (en)

TAMPA, Fla. — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:44:00 +0200thespec (en)

TAMPA, Fla. — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:38:00 +0200dailymail (en)

The National Hurricane Center said Colin marked the earliest that a third named storm has ever formed in the Atlantic basin. Residents may soon expect some relief though. As of 5am on Tuesday, the storm was moving into the Atlantic, away from the Georgia coast.

Flash Flood Warning in effect for Pinellas,

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:37:00 +0200wtsp (en)

A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Northern Hillsborough and Southern/Central Pinellas County until 9a.m. Very heavy rains continue here in the Bay area and if you are heading out for the morning commute, you will need to use extra caution. Remember, do not attempt to drive your vehicle through flood waters.

The Latest: Florida cities get up to 9 inches from Colin

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:33:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

TAMPA, Fla. The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 8:15 a.m. Some cities in Florida got 9 inches of rain during Tropical Storm Colin. The National Weather Service said Tuesday that parts of Pinellas County, along Florida's Gulf Coast, got that much rain.

Florida governor declares state of emergency after Tropical Storm makes landfall - TRACK THE STORM WITH MYFOX HURRICANE

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:16:00 +0200foxnews (en)

Tropical Storm Colin made a mess as it moved across northern Florida early Tuesday, flooding roads and knocking out power to thousands. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency in 34 of the state's 67 counties as the storm churned its way across the state into southeast Georgia.

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin expected to rev up speed

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:07:00 +0200wivb (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 7:10 a.m. Forecasters expect Tropical Storm Colin’s forward progress to speed up during the day Tuesday as it chugs along the southeast coast, most likely just off shore. Jack Beven, senior hurricane specialist at the National....

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:00:00 +0200wbrc (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 7:10 a.m. Forecasters expect Tropical Storm Colin's forward progress to speed up during the day Tuesday as it chugs along the southeast coast, most likely just off shore. Jack Beven, senior hurricane specialist at the National....

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin expected to rev up speed

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:49:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 7:10 a.m. Forecasters expect Tropical Storm Colin's forward progress to speed up during the day Tuesday as it chugs along the southeast coast, most likely just off shore. Jack Beven, senior hurricane specialist at the National....

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin expected to rev up speed

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:49:00 +0200startribune (en)

7:10 a.m. Forecasters expect Tropical Storm Colin 's forward progress to speed up during the day Tuesday as it chugs along the southeast coast, most likely just off shore. Jack Beven, senior hurricane specialist at the National Hurricane Center, said the storm was moving at 31 mph early Tuesday....

Tropical Storm Colin bypasses S.C., for now

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:43:00 +0200CBSnews (en)

Damage from Tropical Storm Colin to home in Jacksonville, Florida area is seen on June 6, 2016. MIAMI -- After lashing northern Florida, Tropical Storm Colin seems to be bypassing South Carolina, for now. No rain was reported early Tuesday across the state, although earlier rain has brought the usual street flooding in downtown Charleston.

Tropical Storm Colin makes landfall in Florida, prompting warnings

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:37:00 +0200CBC (en)

It says the storm's maximum sustained winds were around 85 km/h with higher gusts, and it is moving to the northeast at 37 km/h. It is expected to continue moving in that direction at a faster speed over the next 48 hours. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Colin 's centre is moving into the....

Tropical Storm Colin Heads East

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:28:00 +0200usnews (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin Expected to Rev up Speed

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:22:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 7:10 a.m. Forecasters expect Tropical Storm Colin's forward progress to speed up during the day Tuesday as it chugs along the southeast coast, most likely just off shore. Jack Beven, senior hurricane specialist at the National Hurricane Center,....

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin bypassing South Carolina

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:20:00 +0200eastoregonian (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 6:25 a.m. Tropical Storm Colin seems to be bypassing South Carolina. No rain was reported early Tuesday across the state, although earlier rain has brought the usual street flooding in downtown Charleston.

Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:08:00 +0200wkbw (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Tropical Storm Colin heads for Georgia after flooding northern Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:07:00 +0200barrie (en)

TAMPA, Fla. - Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

TS Colin moves across North Florida, heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:57:00 +0200wptv (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. RELATED: Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency for 34 counties in Central and North....

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin Bypassing South Carolina

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:52:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 6:25 a.m. Tropical Storm Colin seems to be bypassing South Carolina. No rain was reported early Tuesday across the state, although earlier rain has brought the usual street flooding in downtown Charleston.

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin bypassing South Carolina

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:48:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 6:25 a.m. Tropical Storm Colin seems to be bypassing South Carolina. No rain was reported early Tuesday across the state, although earlier rain has brought the usual street flooding in downtown Charleston.

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:42:00 +0200wbtv (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 6:25 a.m. Tropical Storm Colin seems to be bypassing South Carolina. No rain was reported early Tuesday across the state, although earlier rain has brought the usual street flooding in downtown Charleston.

The Latest: Tropical Storm Colin bypassing South Carolina

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:41:00 +0200startribune (en)

6:25 a.m. Tropical Storm Colin seems to be bypassing South Carolina. No rain was reported early Tuesday across the state, although earlier rain has brought the usual street flooding in downtown Charleston. The National Weather Service still has a tropical storm warning in effect for the entire....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:31:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

TAMPA, Fla. — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:28:00 +0200eagletribune (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into....

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:28:00 +0200eagletribune (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:26:00 +0200kiro7 (en)

TAMPA, Fla. — TAMPA, Fla. (AP) ��� Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across....

Southeast gets more rain as Tropical Storm Colin heads east

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:20:00 +0200sunherald (en)

Tropical Storm Colin was expected to continue dropping heavy rains over the Southeast on Tuesday after moving across northern Florida, knocking out power and flooding roads. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as the storm churned its way across the state into southeast Georgia,....

Center of tropical storm Colin moving into Atlantic: U.S. NHC

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:17:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the center of tropical storm Colin was moving into the Atlantic, off the coast of Georgia. The storm, located about 90 miles (145 km) south-southwest of Charleston, South Carolina, with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph (85 km/h), is expected to....

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:17:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:12:00 +0200nzherald (en)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) " The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:11:00 +0200startribune (en)

5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin 's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph). Some strengthening is expected, but the storm is forecast to lose its tropical cyclone status by Tuesday night.

Tropical Storm Colin makes Florida landfall, moving into Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:10:00 +0200palmbeachpost (en)

Tropical Storm Colin made landfall at about 2 a.m. near Dekle Beach in Taylor County, according to the National Weather Service. It has since moved off the coast of Georgia and into the Atlantic. As of 5 a.m., the storm still had maximum sustained winds of 50 mph, and was about 90 miles south southwest of Charleston, S.

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:00:00 +0200foxnews (en)

TAMPA, Fla. – The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

The Latest: Colin's Center Moving Into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 11:52:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

Center of tropical storm Colin moving into Atlantic: U.S. NHC

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 11:49:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

(Reuters) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the center of tropical storm Colin was moving into the Atlantic, off the coast of Georgia. The storm, located about 90 miles (145 km) south-southwest of Charleston, South Carolina, with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph (85 km/h), is expected to....

The Latest: Colin's center moving into the Atlantic

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 11:48:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

The Latest on Tropical Storm Colin . (all times local): 5:35 a.m. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Colin's center is moving into the Atlantic east of the Georgia coast. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday morning are near 50 mph (85 kph).

Indicators point to more active hurricane season

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 11:19:00 +0200antiguaobserver (en)

Months after climatologists forecast a normal hurricane season for 2016, new information has surfaced to suggest otherwise. Antiguan Climatologist Dale Destin said the latest round of forecasts has pointed to the most active season since 2012. “Our ensemble (mean) forecast calls for 14 named storms....

Les leçons de deux siècles d'inondations

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 10:10:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Article publié sur theconversation.com Face au retour régulier des inondations, qui constitue le premier risque naturel en France , tirer les leçons des événements passés apparaît comme une évidence. Un travail d'inventaire des « inondations remarquables en France », réalisé en 2011, a fait l'objet....

Tropical Storm Colin Wanders Across Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 08:36:00 +0200nbcnews (en)

Like a ditzy rom-com actress, a disorganized Tropical Storm Colin was skittering along Florida's Gulf Coast early Tuesday without much direction and was forecast to leave behind some heavy rain and wind gusts before falling apart as it heads toward the Atlantic. At 2 a.m.

Tropical Storm Colin is Making Landfall in Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 05:45:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Tropical Storm Colin is making landfall in the Florida Big Bend area Monday night. Colin will continue to bring heavy rain and possible flooding to parts of Florida and the Southeast into Tuesday. In addition, the storm could spawn a few tornadoes and cause some coastal flooding.

Disaster Management, Women And The World Humanitarian Summit

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 05:25:00 +0200modernghana (en)

The first ever World Humanitarian Summit (WHS) was held in Istanbul, Turkey on Monday, 23 rd May, 2016. The 2-day event, according to the United Nations, was to serve as a “ wake up call for action in the service of common humanity, providing a launch pad for new initiatives.

Go To Tampa Patch

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 05:12:00 +0200patch (en)

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Go To Florida Patch

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 05:12:00 +0200patch (en)

A storm now located over the southern Gulf of Mexico has been upgraded to a tropical storm by the National Hurricane Center. Forecasters are giving the storm an 80 percent chance of forming into a tropical cyclone over the next 48 hours. A Florida man faces criminal charges after Volusia County....

T.D. One-E a Flood Threat to Mexico

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 05:05:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Tropical Depression One-E formed near the Pacific coast of Mexico on Monday afternoon. This depression is forecast to move near or over the Mexico coast into Tuesday with a threat of heavy rainfall, which could cause flooding and mudslides in southern Mexico.

Tropical Storm Colin: Cyclone strengthens as it brings rain and flooding to Florida

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 04:01:00 +0200ibtimes-uk (en)

Tropical Storm Colin has strengthened and is expected to continue doing so as its nears the Florida coast Monday (6 June) evening. The National Hurricane Center has extended tropical storm warnings to North Carolina. The cyclone was located about 35 miles south-southwest of Apalachicola, Florida and is moving northeast at 23 mph.

Prone to calamities, Sandhkuda remains without cyclone shelter

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 03:05:00 +0200newindianexpress (en)

PARADIP: SANDHKUDA slum in Paradip Port area is virtually a sitting duck so far as natural disaster is considered. Despite its high threat level from calamities, the slum continues to be deprived of basic facilities including a cyclone shelter. Fishermen communities from Andhra Pradesh and Tamil....

Le forcené dévaste le pavillon de son ex-femme

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 02:58:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Un ouragan n'aurait pas fait pire. Le forcené qui a dévasté le pavillon de son ex-épouse dans la nuit de samedi à dimanche à Chenevelles, petite commune paisible au sud-est de Châtellerault, n'a rien épargné. Les faits se sont produits vers 3 h, dans un lotissement du centre-bourg, rue du Gobert.

Sloppy Tropical Storm Colin harasses Florida with rain, wind

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 00:46:00 +0200palmbeachpost (en)

A sprawling Tropical Storm Colin pushed into Florida’s Gulf coast Monday, clobbering anything on its soggy east side with heavy rains, gusting winds and squalls that triggered tornado warnings from Naples to Jacksonville. As of 5 p.m., Colin was speeding toward North Florida at 23 mph and boasting 50 mph winds.

Florida declares emergency as storm Colin threatens

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 00:26:00 +0200nzherald (en)

Florida Governor Rick Scott has declared a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Colin bears down on the state's west coast where it will strike today before crossing into the Atlantic to menace Georgia and South Carolina. Flood and flash flood warnings stretch from North Carolina to Florida where as....

Learn the difference between hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 22:28:00 +02007online (en)

If you've ever wondered what separates hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons from one another, the only difference is that they happen in different geographical locations. "We call a tropical system a hurricane in the Atlantic and northeast Pacific. In the northern Indian ocean, they're called cyclones.

Damage left by last 3 tropical storms to hit Florida

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 22:17:00 +0200nzherald (en)

MIAMI (AP) " A hurricane hasn't made a direct hit on Florida since 2005, but the state hasn't escaped the flooding, torrential rains and tornadoes caused by tropical storms crossing its peninsula. The damage left by the last three tropical storms to make landfall in Florida, according to National....

Damage left by last 3 tropical storms to hit Florida

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 22:00:00 +0200therepublic (en)

MIAMI A hurricane hasn’t made a direct hit on Florida since 2005, but the state hasn’t escaped the flooding, torrential rains and tornadoes caused by tropical storms crossing its peninsula. The damage left by the last three tropical storms to make landfall in Florida, according to National Hurricane....

HOT PORT NEWS from GAC

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 21:54:00 +0200hellenicshippingnews (en)

Dock draft recommendations Port News Monday, June 6, 2016, Freeport TX, United States Effective immediately, the Brazos Pilots recommend the following Draft Recommendations for vessels calling at Seaway: DOC #3: RETURN TO PROJECT DEPTH RECOMMENDED DRAFT 42’ FRESH WATER The lowest observed sounding from latet survey was 43 feet MLLW.

Un ouragan n'aurait pas fait pire Le forcené qui a ...

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 10:21:00 +0200adhoc (fr)

Un ouragan n'aurait pas fait pire Le forcené qui a dévasté le pavillon de son ex-épouse dans la nuit de samedi à dimanche à Chenevelles, petite commune paisible au sud-est de Châtellerault, n'a rien épargné Les faits se sont produits vers 3 h, dans un lotissement du centre-bourg, rue du Gobert....

Le forcené dévaste le pavillon de son ex-femme

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 07:43:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Un ouragan n'aurait pas fait pire. Le forcené qui a dévasté le pavillon de son ex-épouse dans la nuit de samedi à dimanche à Chenevelles, petite commune paisible au sud-est de Châtellerault, n'a rien épargné. Les faits se sont produits vers 3 h, dans un lotissement du centre-bourg, rue du Gobert.

A Bolbec, la Demi-lune reste vigilante

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 23:31:00 +0200normandie (fr)

Militant « pour un environnement meilleur pour tous à Bolbec, dans le respect des personnes, de la protection du patrimoine » et présidée depuis 1990 par Dominique Sieurin, l’association de la Demi-lune ne relâche pas son attention sur la question des risques naturels.

La Floride se prépare pour une tempête tropicale et des inondations

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 18:42:00 +0200lapresse-CA (fr)

Un système météorologique dans le nord-ouest de la mer des Caraïbes pourrait se transformer en tempête tropicale avant de frapper la Floride, a prévenu le centre américain de surveillance des ouragans, dimanche. Le centre a indiqué qu'un avion d'observation avait été envoyé afin d'examiner le....

Tornade artistique pour le grand final des Furies à Châlons

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 17:48:00 +0200lunion (fr)

D epuis lundi, nous ne regardons plus la météo. Cela ne sert a rien », lâchait un membre des Furies, peu de temps avant le début des spectacles hier. Malgré les pesantes menaces d’orages sur le secteur, tout le monde, artistes comme spectateurs, n’avait qu’une envie en tête : s’éloigner du....

VIDEO - Ali vs Foreman : Revivez le plus illustre des combats de l'histoire de la boxe

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 10:14:00 +0200Europe1 (fr)

The Rumble in the Jungle. Llittéralement, "Le combat dans la jungle". D'un côté, George Foreman, l'incontestable champion du monde, véritable machine à KO. De l'autre, le challenger Mohamed Ali, ancien maître de la catégorie. Le rendez-vous est pris le 30 octobre 1974, à Kinshasa. Dans un stade en furie, plus de 100.

Ces citations, aussi extravagantes qu'inattendues, qui ont contribué à forger la légende de Mohamed Ali

Sat, 04 Jun 2016 15:25:00 +0200rtbf (fr)

Mohamed Ali, avait des poings, mais aussi une langue. Et elle pouvait parfois être aussi cinglante que le reste. Bref aperçu des déclarations les plus marquantes de Mohamed Ali, l'ex-champion de boxe américain, décédé vendredi à l'âge de 74 ans: Je suis le plus grand. Vole comme le papillon, pique comme l'abeille, et vas-y cogne mon gars, cogne.