National › Another typhoon feared to make landfall on Hokkaido

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 23:38:00 +0200japantoday (en)

TOKYO. A typhoon is feared to make landfall on Japan ’s northernmost main island of Hokkaido on Sunday afternoon as it was headed north off the Pacific coast of northeastern Japan on Saturday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. Rain has already been falling in Hokkaido, where just days ago another....

California firefighters make gains after 100 homes destroyed

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 23:02:00 +0200saudigazette (en)

OAK HILLS, California — Firefighters gained ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee and destroyed about 100 homes, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the....

The Latest: Baton Rouge: much debris removal starts Monday

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 19:12:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

Amanda Burge looks at flood damaged items with two of her three children Aiden, left, and Hudson, center, in Denham Springs, La., Friday, Aug. 19, 2016. "Everything is gone. School is gone. Home is gone. Church is gone," said Burge, president of the Parent Teacher Organization at Denham Springs Elementary School.

The Latest: Baton Rouge: much debris removal starts Monday

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 19:12:00 +0200wcfcourier (en)

Amanda Burge looks at flood damaged items with two of her three children Aiden, left, and Hudson, center, in Denham Springs, La., Friday, Aug. 19, 2016. "Everything is gone. School is gone. Home is gone. Church is gone," said Burge, president of the Parent Teacher Organization at Denham Springs Elementary School.

Louisiana Flooding Latest: 40,000 Homes Damaged in Flood-Battered State, President Obama to Visit Tuesday

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 19:10:00 +0200patch (en)

As Louisiana recovers from historic levels of flooding, that has been described by the Red Cross as the worst natural disaster since Hurricane Sandy, impacting thousands of homes and leaving at least 14 people dead, President Obama has announced plans to visit the state on Tuesday and get a first-hand look at the damage.

Another typhoon feared to make landfall on Hokkaido

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 18:46:00 +0200kyodonews (en)

A typhoon is feared to make landfall on Japan 's northernmost main island of Hokkaido on Sunday afternoon as it was headed north off the Pacific coast of northeastern Japan on Saturday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. Rain has already been falling in Hokkaido, where just days ago another....

The Latest: Baton Rouge: much debris removal starts Monday

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 18:34:00 +0200newsok (en)

ST. AMANT, La. (AP) — The Latest on Louisiana flooding (all times local): 9:40 a.m. As search parties look for survivors, Louisiana continues to dig itself out from devastating floods, with local government saying debris removal will begin Monday in much of East Baton Rouge.

Tropical Storm Fiona Weakens; 2 Disturbances Gain Momentum

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 18:10:00 +0200patch (en)

TAMPA BAY, FL — As Tropical Storm Fiona weakens, two other disturbances under watch in the Atlantic Ocean are showing signs that further development over the next few days may occur. While Fiona poses no likely threat to Florida, it’s too early to tell where the disturbances will ultimately land.

Has the national media overlooked the floods in Louisiana?

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 17:51:00 +0200csmonitor (en)

With 20 parishes declared federal disaster areas, at least 13 people dead and over 30,000 people rescued by emergency responders, flooding has overwhelmed the state of Louisiana. For many locals, the disaster has resurrected memories of hurricane Katrina’s ravages – along with feelings of neglect.

Kirstie Alley slams Obama for not visiting Louisiana yet

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 17:47:00 +0200nydailynews (en)

Actress Kirstie Alley called out President Obama for not visiting flood-ravaged Louisiana sooner. (Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images) Look who’s squawking now! Actress Kirstie Alley star set off what she called a Twitter "firestorm" on Friday after she challenged Obama's reasoning for not visiting the flood-ravaged state of Louisiana sooner.

Hurricane center watching two far-off waves

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 17:40:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

Right on schedule, the tropics are heating up. Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center are keeping their eyes on two tropical waves rolling off Africa. One has a medium chance of developing into something more serious over the next five days and another right behind has a low chance.

Search for living, dead: Louisiana fights back from flooding

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 17:03:00 +0200timesdaily (en)

Amanda Burge looks at flood damaged items with two of her three children Aiden, left, and Hudson, center, in Denham Springs, La., Friday, Aug. 19, 2016. "Everything is gone. School is gone. Home is gone. Church is gone," said Burge, president of the Parent Teacher Organization at Denham Springs Elementary School.

Search for living, dead: Louisiana fights back from flooding

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 17:02:00 +0200newsok (en)

ST. AMANT, La. (AP) — Louisiana continues to dig itself out from devastating floods, with search parties going door to door looking for survivors or bodies trapped by flooding so powerful in some cases it disturbed the dead and sent caskets floating from cemeteries.

Amid Louisiana Flood Disaster, Youngest Bear Mental Scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 16:35:00 +0200theepochtimes (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La.—After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring....

Amid flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 16:29:00 +0200wptv (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) -- After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Japan sees three tropical cyclones at once

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 16:26:00 +0200aljazeera-en (en)

However difficult it is to forecast the weather, the results will always follow the laws of physics. At the moment, the forecast paths of three tropical storms, now close to Japan , seems to question logic. If all three followed similar paths - because all three are being steered by the same wind and....

In Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 16:15:00 +0200nola (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring....

Mexico on alert for Tropical Storm Kay

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:55:00 +0200digitaljournal (en)

By AFP 2 hours ago in World Mexican officials warned northwestern communities to be on alert Saturday as Tropical Storm Kay churns off the Pacific coast. At 0900 GMT the center of Kay was located some 310 miles (495 kilometers) southwest of the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, the US National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported.

Mexico on alert for Tropical Storm Kay

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:50:00 +0200themalaymailonline (en)

A woman covers herself from the rain as Mexico's Baja California peninsula braces for tropical storm Javier in Mazatlan, Mexico, August 8, 2016. — Reuters pic MEXICO CITY, Aug 20 — Mexican officials warned northwestern communities to be on alert today as Tropical Storm Kay churns off the Pacific coast.

Tropical Storm Fiona weakening in the open Atlantic Read Story Michael Prangley

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:43:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Tropical Storm Fiona continues to churn over the open Atlantic Ocean. The storm Saturday morning was looking ragged with maximum winds sustained at 40 mph and a minimum central pressure of 1008 mb. As of the 5:00 a.m. update from the National Hurricane Center, Fiona was located at 19.

Louisiana Floods Are Worst Natural Disaster Since Sandy

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:29:00 +0200nbcnews (en)

Red Cross: Louisiana flooding worst natural disaster in U.S. since Hurricane Sandy. The Red Cross has stated that the flooding in Louisiana is the worst natural to hit the United States since Hurricane Sandy made landfall four years ago. At least 13 have died due to the flooding, and officials say about 40,000 homes are destroyed.

Tropical Storm Fiona weaker but 2 other waves to watch

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:23:00 +0200al (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona was expected to be downgraded to a depression on Saturday. But there are two other areas to watch in the tropics. Both tropical waves had a 50 percent chance of developing into tropical depressions over the next five days, and both were expected to track to the west.

Mexico braces for Tropical Storm Kay

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:04:00 +0200thetimes-za (en)

Mexican officials warned northwestern communities to be on alert Saturday as Tropical Storm Kay churns off the Pacific coast. At 9.00am GMT the center of Kay was located some 310 miles (495 kilometers) southwest of the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, the US National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 15:03:00 +0200CBC (en)

After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring landscape that even....

Mexico on alert for Tropical Storm Kay

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 14:53:00 +0200business-standard (en)

The storm, which was heading towards the northwest at a speed of six miles per hour, was packing maximum sustained winds of 50 miles per hour, the NHC said. Even though the storm was not expected to make landfall, Mexican officials warned coastal communities to be on alert.

Hurricane Katrina Survivors Relive Familiar Nightmare In Baton Rouge

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 14:37:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. When cataclysmic flooding in New Orleans swallowed her home and stole her belongings, Hurricane Katrina survivor Linda Chase left the city she once loved and began life anew here. For more than a decade, she kept her painful memories buried.

Tracking the tropics; fewer storms this weekend Read Story

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 14:22:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Good morning! I'm Meteorologist Ashley Batey with relatively low thunderstorm chances for today, with coverage only around 30%. Any storms that do develop will begin around midday for the Bay area, then head inland during the late afternoon and wind down early this evening. Highs will be near 90 with heat indices over 100.

China: Vietnam, China, LAO PDR, Myanmar - Tropical Cyclone DIANMU (GDACS, NCHMF, JTWC, CMA, Local Media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 19 August 2016)

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 13:19:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

Tropical Cyclone DIANMU made landfall on 18 August early morning (UTC) in Guangdong (China) as a Tropical Storm continued moving east slightly strengthening. As of 19 August early morning (UTC), about 40 000 people are reported to have been evacuated and 200 houses have been damaged in Hainan province (China).

Mexico on alert for Tropical Storm Kay

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 13:09:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

A resident walks along a flooded road damaged during a landslide caused by the passage of Tropical Storm Earl in the community of Xaltepec, Puebla state, eastern Mexico on August 8, 2016 (AFP Photo/Alfredo Estrella) Mexico City (AFP) - Mexican officials warned northwestern communities to be on....

DZMM coverage sa panahong may sakuna, ibinahagi

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 12:59:00 +0200abs-cbnnews (en)

Hindi lang paghahatid ng balita ang pangunahing misyon ng isang Radyo Patrol reporter tuwing may sakuna. Tulad nina Radyo Patrol 45 Dexter Ganibe at Radyo Patrol 46 Johnson Manabat, noong humagupit ang Typhoon Yolanda at lindol sa Visayas taong 2013, naging daan sila para makapagbigay ng serbisyo publiko sa mga nasalanta.

Mexico on Alert for Tropical Storm Kay

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 12:53:00 +0200naharnet-en (en)

Mexican officials warned northwestern communities to be on alert Saturday as Tropical Storm Kay churns off the Pacific coast. At 0900 GMT the center of Kay was located some 310 miles (495 kilometers) southwest of the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, the US National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported.

The Next Named Storm?

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 12:40:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. A tropical disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean may become a tropical depression or storm. This system may pose a threat to the Lesser Antilles mid- to late next week. It is far too soon to determine whether this poses a threat beyond the Lesser Antilles.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 12:39:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring....

Donald Trump visite la Louisiane, victime des inondations

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 12:31:00 +0200capital-FR (fr)

par Bryn Stole. Le candidat républicain à l'élection présidentielle américaine Donald Trump s'est rendu vendredi en Louisiane, ravagée par les inondations le week-end dernier, malgré les appels du gouverneur de l'Etat aux politiques à ne pas s'arrêter dans les zones touchées par le déluge.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 11:30:00 +0200680news (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. – After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 11:08:00 +0200cfra (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 11:06:00 +0200timescolonist (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring....

Trump tours flood-ravaged Louisiana — before Obama or Clinton

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 11:05:00 +0200nypost (en)

While President Obama relaxed on Martha’s Vineyard and Hillary Clinton hobnobbed with celebs in Miami, Donald Trump toured flood-battered Louisiana on Friday, drawing cheers as he met with victims and volunteers. Joined by his running mate, Indiana Gov.

Typhoon Dianmu kills two, injures one in northern province

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 10:31:00 +0200vnexpress (en)

It has caused serious flooding and disrupted traffic on the road from Lao Cao City to popular tourist town Sapa. After reducing to a low-pressure system, Typhoon Dianmu has caused heavy rains in northwestern Vietnam, raising flood alert level in the Thao River above the top level.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 10:31:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:47:00 +0200eastoregonian (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:26:00 +0200tristateupdate (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:23:00 +0200wivb (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:19:00 +0200krmg (en)

After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring landscape that even....

Weather watchers keep eye on developing wave

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:14:00 +0200virginislandsdailynews (en)

“It is definitely something to watch,” Alamo said. “There is a lot of dust in the area. The thing is, this wave is pretty far south. Most of the dust is to the north. It is not as affected by the dust.” Dennis Feltgen, a meteorologist and spokesman for the National Hurricane Center, said that the....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:10:00 +0200timesfreepress (en)

Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring landscape that even their parents can scarcely grasp: Homes filled with ruined possessions must be quickly gutted. Damaged schools and daycare centers are closed indefinitely. Parents juggling jobs and cleanup work must also line up caretakers for their kids.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:06:00 +0200wncn (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:03:00 +0200wfsb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:02:00 +0200seattletimes (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:01:00 +0200wsfa (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 09:00:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring landscape that even....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:57:00 +0200kiro7 (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:57:00 +0200newson6 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:51:00 +0200wxow (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana Flood Disaster, Youngest Bear Mental Scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:50:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:41:00 +0200actionnewsjax (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:40:00 +0200AP (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:38:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:37:00 +0200kptv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:37:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:36:00 +0200wafb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:35:00 +0200news9 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:35:00 +0200wbrc (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:34:00 +0200fox13memphis (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:30:00 +0200statesman (en)

After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring landscape that even....

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:29:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - After floods devastated pockets of south Louisiana, mental scars are already showing on the youngest victims of a disaster that prompted more than 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged.

Amid Louisiana flood disaster, youngest bear mental scars

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 08:27:00 +0200startribune (en)

Children who endured harrowing rescues are returning home to a jarring landscape that even their parents can scarcely grasp: Homes filled with ruined possessions must be quickly gutted. Damaged schools and daycare centers are closed indefinitely. Parents juggling jobs and cleanup work must also line up caretakers for their kids.

California firefighters make gains after 100 homes destroyed

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 07:57:00 +0200trust (en)

(Updates containment and acreage figures; adds color quotes from owner of landmark diner destroyed by fire) By Alan Devall. OAK HILLS, Calif., Aug 19 (Reuters) - Firefighters gained ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands....

California firefighters make gains after 100 homes destroyed

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 07:51:00 +0200in-cyprus (en)

Firefighters gained ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee and destroyed about 100 homes, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75 miles....

Red Cross says floods worst disaster in U.S. since Hurricane Sandy

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 07:37:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

Floodwaters are still threatening homes in rain-soaked Louisiana in a disaster that has killed 13, forced 30,000 rescues and left an estimated 40,000 homes damaged. The American Red Cross has called it “the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Superstorm Sandy” hit New Jersey in 2012.

The story behind one of the iconic photos of Hurricane Bob

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 06:41:00 +0200bostonglobe (en)

Globe Staff August 19, 2016. Stan Grossfeld Boston is actually windier than Chicago, the so-called Windy City. The area near what was then known as the Hancock Tower is notorious for being a wind tunnel, even without Hurricane Bob. As in any storm there were some yahoos running around, tempting the fates.

California firefighters make gains after 100 homes destroyed

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 06:05:00 +0200reuters (en)

OAK HILLS, Calif. Firefighters gained ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee and destroyed about 100 homes, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass....

California firefighters make gains after 100 homes destroyed

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:54:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Alan Devall. OAK HILLS, Calif. (Reuters) - Firefighters gained ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee and destroyed about 100 homes, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near....

Tropical Storm Kay Spins Off Mexico

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:54:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. Tropical Storm Kay has formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Kay's center will remain off Baja California. It will spin down to a remnant low by Monday or Tuesday. Tropical Storm Kay became the 11th named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season early Friday morning several hundred miles south of Los Cabos, Mexico.

How will Louisiana flooding affect insurance rates?

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:52:00 +0200nola (en)

It will take years -- and hours of public meetings -- before it's known exactly how historic flooding in Louisiana will alter flood maps and insurance rates across the state. The state's top insurance regulator is among those bracing for higher costs in many areas.

California firefighters make gains after 100 homes destroyed

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:47:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Alan Devall. OAK HILLS, Calif. (Reuters) - Firefighters gained ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee and destroyed about 100 homes, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near....

BECOL donates hurricane relief funds to the Red Cross

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:31:00 +0200reporter-bz (en)

By Benjamin Flowers. The Reporter Newspaper The Belize Electric Company Limited (BECOL), this week, donated some $200,000 in funding to the Belize Red Cross to assist with relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Earl. Lynn Young, president and CEO of BECOL handed over the cheque to Lilly Bowman, executive director of the Red Cross, on Monday.

PACT donates $40,000 for relief efforts

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:31:00 +0200reporter-bz (en)

By Julia Arzu. The Reporter Newspaper The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) made a donation of $40,000 to the Belize Red Cross Society’s disaster relief effort on Thursday morning at the Red Cross office on Gabourel Lane in Belize City. Sympathizing with the thousands of Belizeans who were....

Tropics active in the Atlantic with 3 systems

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:31:00 +0200wptv (en)

The tropics are very active in the Atlantic Ocean with three systems. 1) Tropical Storm Fiona continues to churn its way to the northwest but it has slowed down considerably. Fiona is expected to become a tropical depression over the weekend. Fiona still will not have any impact on the U.S.

Tracking the tropics; fewer storms this weekend

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 05:20:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Saturday will be hot with high temps will continuing in the low 90's and feel like temps close to 100 degrees. Tropical Update: Tropical Storm Fiona is moving W/NW at 10 mph, has winds of 45 mph around the core, and a pressure of 1006 mb. The track will take it out over the open central Atlantic and eventually NW over some cooler waters.

You still have some more chances for rain this weekend

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 04:56:00 +0200wtva (en)

Heating of the day and little bits and pieces of disturbed weather once again made the weather headlines today. These were the factors that gave our area some more of the scattered showers and thunderstorms today across the area. While a lot of areas did miss out on some good rainfall, a few of the....

Nashvillians stuff truck, raise money for Louisiana flood victims

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 04:49:00 +0200tennessean (en)

In the pouring rain, strangers drove their vehicles up to the back of the truck and unloaded hundreds upon hundreds of supplies that, before daybreak, will be on their way to Baton Rouge, La., into the hands of some of the more than 60,000 flood victims. "We're doing it Louisiana-style," event organizer Kimberly Daigle, 35, said of the torrent.

Flooded Louisiana neighborhood to 'come back strong, better'

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 04:28:00 +0200cnn (en)

National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Tommy Owens and his roommate had been working for months to renovate the South Point home they bought in January. Owens was working with the Guard to rescue folks in St. Helena Parish when the storm hit. His superiors let him go check on his home, and he found all the....

How Will Assistance Be Given to Hurricane Victims?

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 03:20:00 +0200channel5belize (en)

Aug 19, 2016 How Will Assistance Be Given to Hurricane Victims? According to Councilor Phillip Willoughby, who also heads the City Emergency Management Organization, CEMO, there is a strict process in place to assist disaster victims. Phillip Willoughby, CEMO.

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 02:51:00 +0200arabnews (en)

FONTANA, California: Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon....

Facebook Safety Check activated for Typhoon Dianmu in northern Vietnam

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 02:46:00 +0200vnexpress (en)

A street in Hai Ba Trung District in Hanoi is under water following heavy rains during Typhoon Dianmu. Photo by VnExpress/Tran Huan This is the first time the feature has been turned on for an incident in the Southeast Asia nation. Facebook on late Friday afternoon surprised many by activating the....

President Obama to Visit Flood-Ravaged Baton Rouge

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 02:18:00 +02007online (en)

BREAKING NEWS Child found dead inside home in Richmond Hill, Queens. President Obama to Visit Flood-Ravaged Baton Rouge. President Obama is expected to travel to Baton Rouge next Tuesday to get a firsthand look at the devastating flood damage in the state.

Tropical depression could form by next week: National Hurricane Center

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 02:13:00 +0200nola (en)

A tropical wave about 600 miles southwest of the Cape Verde Islands could develop into a tropical depression by the middle of next week, the said Friday evening (Aug. 19). National Hurricane Center The system is moving westward at 15 to 20 mph across the Atlantic Ocean and into the eastern Caribbean Sea.

Author Emily finds her inspiration in New Orleans An Enniscorthy woman living in Cork has written a book inspired by Hurricane Katrina and set in New Orleans where she went on honeymoon with her husband eight years ago. Out & About

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 01:42:00 +0200independent-ie-regional (en)

Emily (38) will be signing copies of the self-published book in Wexford Library on Thursday August 18 at 7 pm and all are welcome to go along. A daughter of Joe and Joan Nolan who retired from Enniscorthy to Rosslare, Emily is a granddaughter of Florrie and the late Fran Nolan formerly of the Corner Shop in Barrack Street, Wexford.

Kuchikomi › Will this year's abnormally dry season lead to a water shortage?

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 01:28:00 +0200japantoday (en)

Yet another doom and glooom "sky is falling" article. Buried deep in the article is a quiet confident statement that water projects have been an ongoing concern in Japan for over 50 years. Anyone who does not spend their life in a cubicle will note that Japan's whole paddy rice system not only....

Family Research Council President Tony Perkins' home destroyed by flood of 'near biblical proportions'

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 01:18:00 +0200christiantoday (en)

Family Research Council (FRC) President Tony Perkins is one of the victims of the massive flooding that struck Louisiana earlier this week. According to him, the deluge was "near biblical proportions." In the Soundcloud for the FRC, Perkins says his family was forced to flee their home using a....

World: Concern mounts for hundreds of thousands of children out of school due to severe flooding in South and East Asia

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:33:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

In the wake of severe flooding across Bangladesh, India, China and Nepal, Save the Children warns that years of development progress could be eroded if education isn’t prioritised during the emergency response. Intense flooding in South and East Asia has so far affected almost 40 million people....

Gallatin High students collecting items for Louisiana flood victims

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:25:00 +0200tennessean (en)

Gallatin High School students and staff are doing their part to help those affected by devastating flooding in Louisiana by hosting a relief drive at the school in the coming days. At least 13 people have died in catastrophic flooding across five parishes in Louisiana, according to recent news reports.

News Death toll climbs as result of Louisiana's historic flooding Death toll climbs as result of Louisiana's historic flooding Rain continued to fall in parts of Louisiana Thursday, where tens of thousands of people are reeling from floods which started last Friday. News 19 minutes ago

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:15:00 +020012news (en)

Rain continued to fall in parts of Louisiana Thursday, where tens of thousands of people are reeling from floods which started last Friday. Thirteen people are dead and more than 80,000 have applied for federal disaster aid across the state. Nearly 40,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed.

'What am I going to do?' Louisiana flooding leaves thousands looking for housing as losses hit $20.7 billion

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:12:00 +0200latimes (en)

It’s been nearly a week since storms flooded Baton Rouge and surrounding central Louisiana parishes, killing 13 and displacing thousands in what the Red Cross is calling the worst natural disaster since Hurricane Sandy in 2012. So far, 9,000 claims have been filed for flood insurance, and 86,560....

Nashville Helps Dogs In Louisiana Flooding

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:12:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The recent flooding in Louisiana has killed at least a dozen people and damaged thousands of homes. It's also separated at least 1,000 pets from their owners, leaving shelters in that state inundated with new arrivals. Members of the Nashville Humane Association traveled to....

President Obama Will Travel to Baton Rouge to Assess Flood Damage

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:01:00 +0200eurweb (en)

*After being slammed for deciding to stay on vacation in Martha’s Vineyard in lieu of visiting Louisiana amid its worst flooding since Hurricane Katrina, the White House has confirmed that President Obama will travel to the state on Aug. 23 to assess the damage and meet with responders and victims.

Tropics: Fiona weakens, but the tropics are getting active

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 23:43:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona weakens Friday afternoon, another system may form. Tropical Storm Fiona weakened Friday afternoon and was forecast to fall to tropical depression strength over the weekend. But the National Hurricane Center is monitoring another distant weather system and is expecting a third one to come off the coast of Africa soon.

Trump insults Obama, signs hats in flood-wracked Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:59:00 +0200nydailynews (en)

GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump took a few shots Friday at golf-loving President Obama as he was welcomed enthusiastically during a tour of flood-ravaged Louisiana. “We knew you would be here for us!” shouted one woman in the East Baton Rouge Parish during Trump’s three-hour visit of the waterlogged neighborhoods.

President Obama to Visit Flood-Ravaged Baton Rouge

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:57:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

President Obama is expected to travel to Baton Rouge next Tuesday to get a firsthand look at the devastating flood damage in the state. The White House said in a press release the President was updated Friday morning by DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson , who is on the ground in the state, on the ongoing recovery efforts in the flood-affected regions.

Obama to visit flood-ravaged Louisiana next week after returning from vacation

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:56:00 +0200latimes (en)

President Obama plans to visit Louisiana next week to assess the damage of massive floods there and to talk with local officials about how the federal government can best help in recovery, the White House said Friday. Obama wants to get a “first-hand look” at the devastation, White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said in a statement.

Weather forecast: Weekend rain chances lower, highs in the 90s

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:55:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

Sent via News 13+ app: A nice sunrise greets the day on Granada Bridge in Ormond Beach on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. (Larry McIntyre, viewer) ORLANDO -- Here's what the Central Florida weather forecast looks like for Friday night and the weekend: Rain chances stay at 30% to 40% for the weekend; High....

Obama will visit Louisiana next week

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:52:00 +0200CBSnews (en)

President Obama is scheduled to visit Baton Rouge, Louisiana next week, the White House announced Friday afternoon. Following his return from the first family’s vacation on Martha’s Vineyard this week, the president will tour flood-damaged areas in Baton Rouge on Tuesday, Aug. 23. Mr.

President to visit Baton Rouge on Tuesday

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:48:00 +0200foxcarolina (en)

BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) - President Barack Obama will visit Baton Rouge on Tuesday to tour flood damaged areas, and see the response efforts firsthand. Friday morning, the president received an update from DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson on the ongoing response and recovery efforts following the Secretary's trip to the region on Thursday.

President Barack Obama Will Visit Flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:30:00 +0200nbcnews (en)

President Barack Obama will visit Louisiana on Tuesday following devastating floods that have killed at least 13 people and displaced tens of thousands, the White House said Friday. Obama will visit Baton Rouge Tuesday, the White House said. Obama has been criticized for continuing his vacation on....

Tracking the tropics; Few storms through early evening

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 22:25:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Happy Friday! The 10 weather team is tracking a few showers and storms through the early evening with most of the activity pushing east of I-75 after 5 p.m. Rain coverage will be around 30%. We'll stay dry overnight with partly cloudy skies and low temps dropping down to the upper 70's.

In Louisiana, acts of kindness flourish amid the misery

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:55:00 +0200wqad (en)

We’ve seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we’re seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the US since Hurricane Sunday. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

California Blue Cut Wildfire Torches 100 Homes

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:53:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

By Alex Dobuzinskis. LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and destroyed about 100 houses, officials said.

FLASHBACK: In 2007 Ad, Hillary Said Katrina Victims Were ‘Invisible’ To President Bush

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:51:00 +0200dailycaller (en)

Neither Clinton nor Obama plan to visit the region. Obama is vacationing in Martha’s Vineyard, where he has golfed several times. Clinton issue a statement on Friday, just as Trump was arriving to survey the flood damage. She did not, however, criticize Obama for continuing his vacation.

The Next Named Storm?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:39:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. A tropical disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean may become a tropical depression or storm. This system may pose a threat to the Lesser Antilles mid- to late next week. It is far too soon to determine whether this poses a threat beyond the Lesser Antilles.

Artist David Bates understands the savagery of Louisiana flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:35:00 +0200dallasnews (en)

Massive flooding in Louisiana is a subject all too familiar to David Bates. When Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast and tore asunder the New Orleans levee system in August 2005, the artist found himself mesmerized, unable to turn away from the anguish that all but screamed from the television screen.

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding It's said that the worst of times can bring out the best in people.We've seen it over and over

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:28:00 +0200yourerie (en)

(CNN) It's said that the worst of times can bring out the best in people. We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes.

Elections 16 mins ago 1:52 p.m. Donald Trump visits flood-ravaged Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:24:00 +0200wtsp (en)

In East Baton Rouge Parish, Friday, Trump’s motorcade drove through hard-hit communities, where ripped up carpet and flooring, furniture and the entire contents of homes were piled on the curb. People who were still mucking out their homes, in some instances, came out to wave at the motorcade with gloved hands dirty from their house-gutting work.

Displaced Louisiana Resident Critiques Scant National Media Coverage Of Floods

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:23:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

“You see celebrities getting more coverage than we are right now." Amid historic rainfall and flooding in his town, Louisiana resident Cody Bourgeois was forced to evacuate his home, but quickly realized he left one of his most important possessions behind ― his mother’s urn.

Southern California firefighters make progress; 100 homes destroyed

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:13:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Alex Dobuzinskis. LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and destroyed about 100 houses, officials said.

NASA sees Tropical Storm Lionrock south of Japan

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:12:00 +0200phys (en)

NASA's Terra satellite captured this infrared image of Tropical Storm Lionrock on Aug. 19, 2016, at 9:10 a.m. EDT that showed strongest storms with coldest cloud top temperatures (yellow) northeast of the center. Credit: NASA/NRL. Tropical Storm Lionrock was moving south of Japan when NASA's Terra....

NASA's terra satellite sees Tropical Storm Dianmu over Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:12:00 +0200phys (en)

On Aug. 19 at 3 a.m. EDT (07:00 UTC), NASA's Terra satellite captured a visible light image of Tropical Storm Dianmu over Vietnam. Credit: NASA Goddard MODIS Rapid Response Team. NASA's Terra satellite saw Tropical Storm Dianmu after making landfall in northeastern Vietnam. On Aug. 19 at 3 a.m.

Southern California firefighters make progress; 100 homes destroyed

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:11:00 +0200reuters (en)

LOS ANGELES Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and destroyed about 100 houses, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in....

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:07:00 +0200kcci (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 21:00:00 +0200wxii12 (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

Firefighters gain ground on Southern California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:58:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Alex Dobuzinskis. LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and destroyed about 100 houses, officials said.

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:57:00 +0200wcvb (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

2016 Getty Images In Louisiana, acts of kindness flourish amid the misery

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:56:00 +0200clickondetroit (en)

(CNN) - It's said that the worst of times can bring out the best in people. We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes.

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:56:00 +0200wlwt (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

High climbing to around 90 Friday

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:55:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

Warm day ahead with high temperatures around 90 Friday | Tropics, Radar. ADVISORIES. The rip current risk is moderate. The wildfire risk is moderate for Indian River and Martin counties and low for St. Lucie County. TODAY'S FORECAST. Keep an eye on conditions with This afternoon, it's mostly sunny, with highs near 90 on the Treasure Coast.

Firefighters gain ground on Southern California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:50:00 +0200reuters-in (en)

LOS ANGELES Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and destroyed about 100 houses, officials said. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in....

2016 Getty Images In Louisiana, acts of kindness flourish amid the misery

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:50:00 +0200news4jax (en)

(CNN) - It's said that the worst of times can bring out the best in people. We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes.

Zillow C : Want to know your risk of flooding? Plantation company develops prediction models

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:49:00 +02004-traders (en)

Aug. 19 --Rising sea levels. Coastal flooding. Hurricane storm surge. It's one thing to hear about the possibility of catastrophe. It's another when you learn exactly how these might affect you and your home. A Plantation startup company has developed a model that can tell individual homeowners the....

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:49:00 +0200wesh (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

2016 Getty Images In Louisiana, acts of kindness flourish amid the misery

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:48:00 +0200click2houston (en)

(CNN) - It's said that the worst of times can bring out the best in people. We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes.

Want to know your risk of flooding? Plantation company develops prediction models

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:40:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

A Plantation startup company has developed a model that can tell individual homeowners the risk they face from flooding over their 30-year mortgage. Coastal Risk Consulting provides homeowners with an easy-to-read score that shows their risk, as well as recommendations on how they can improve their property to mitigate future problems.

Firefighters gain ground on Southern California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:40:00 +0200reuters (en)

LOS ANGELES Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass....

Firefighters gain ground on Southern California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:40:00 +0200trust (en)

(Adds dateline, byline; updates figures on acreage and containment) By Alex Dobuzinskis. LOS ANGELES, Aug 19 (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and consumed dozens of structures.

NASA sees wind shear affecting Tropical Storm Fiona

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:38:00 +0200phys (en)

On Aug. 18 at 12:05 p.m. EDT (16:05 UTC) NASA's Aqua satellite captured a visible light image of Tropical Storm Fiona in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. Credit: NASA Goddard MODIS Rapid Response Team. An image from NASA's Aqua satellite showed that southwesterly wind shear was affecting Tropical Storm....

Trump tours flood damage as campaign reels from shakeup

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:38:00 +0200usnews (en)

A day after striking a more conciliatory tone and expressing rare "regret" for provocative remarks, Trump basked in the appreciation of a group of aid volunteers gathered at a Baton Rouge church. It was a visit that drew a contrast with President Barack Obama and Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton,....

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:37:00 +0200Koat (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

News 36 mins ago 12:53 p.m. Tropics Starting to Get Busy

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:35:00 +0200khou (en)

August through October is peak season for hurricanes. We're in it now. We're tracking 'Fiona' and it looks like 'Gustov' is about to take form. Stay informed and get your supplies BEFORE a storm threatens us. That way you can stay at home, safe with your family, while every one else panics to buy supplies at the last minute.

Acts of kindness flourish in Louisiana amid flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:30:00 +0200wyff4 (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

As flood waters recede, will Baton Rouge's 'togetherness' hold?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:23:00 +0200csmonitor (en)

As the floodwaters in Baton Rouge, La. begin to recede, residents find themselves at a crossroads. It’s been a tough summer for the city: first, the police shooting of unarmed black man Alton Sterling; then, the slaying of three police officers; and now torrential flooding that has killed 13 people....

Firefighters gain ground on Southern California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:12:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Alex Dobuzinskis. LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that forced tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes and consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near....

Heading into a future of extremes

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:03:00 +0200nzherald (en)

In San Bernardino County, California, 82,000 people were ordered to leave their homes on Thursday as an explosive wildfire "hit with an intensity that we hadn't seen before", as one fire official said, and surged across more than 120 square kilometres.

Earth observation satellite Formosat-2 retired after 12 years of service

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 19:55:00 +0200ChinaPost (en)

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- The Formosat-2, Taiwan's first Earth observation satellite, has been decommissioned after 12 years of service — seven years longer than it was designed to survive. The satellite, which lost the ability to adjust its camera's angle and position after a malfunction in June, completed....

Donald Trump visits flood-ravaged Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 19:49:00 +0200bbc (en)

Image copyright AP. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has toured flood-ravaged areas of the US state of Louisiana, days after heavy rains forced thousands to flee their homes. The disaster has been compared in scope to Super Storm Sandy, which hit the New York area in 2012.

Flood insurance woes push Ellicott City businesses under heavy water

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 19:48:00 +0200baltimoresun (en)

"You pay your whole life thinking you are protected. But when push comes to shove, the cost is on me. Now, I question the value of having insurance at all," Coyne said. Insurance woes are popping up along parts of old Ellicott City, where few Main Street businesses, faced with high premiums, bought flood insurance.

Trump, Pence to visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 19:22:00 +0200channelnewsasia (en)

REUTERS: U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate planned to visit Baton Rouge on Friday to survey the damage after recent deadly floods in Louisiana, sources with knowledge of the trip said, despite calls from the state's governor advising against any touring of the area.

No-name storm dumped three times as much rain in Louisiana as Hurricane Katrina

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:54:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

Ryan Maue, a meteorologist for WeatherBell Analytics, computed that the no-name storm deposited the equivalent of 7.1 trillion gallons of water on Louisiana. “Enough water fell that it could fill Lake Pontchartrain about four times,” he said. Hurricane Katrina, by comparison, only left behind about 2.

Trump, Pence visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:52:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Bryn Stole. BATON ROUGE, La. (Reuters) - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate arrived in the flood-damaged city of Baton Rouge on Friday but the state's Democratic governor advised against touring areas affected by recent deadly rains.

Tropical Storm Fiona Could Be Getting Some Company

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:44:00 +0200caribbean360 (en)

FLORIDA, United States, Friday August 19, 2016 – Tropical Storm Fiona is still moving through the Atlantic, with forecasters saying it won’t be more than a tropical depression by weekend, but along has come another tropical wave that could develop in another few days.

Trump, Pence to visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:38:00 +0200thestar-my (en)

(Reuters) - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate planned to visit Baton Rouge on Friday to survey the damage after recent deadly floods in Louisiana, sources with knowledge of the trip said, despite calls from the state's governor advising against any touring of the area.

Louisiana Flooding Is Worst Natural Disaster Since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross Says

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:37:00 +0200usnews (en)

Red Cross: La. Flooding Is Worst U.S. Disaster Since Sandy Donald Trump touched down for a visit of flooded areas Friday, while some are criticizing President Barack Obama for not making a trek to the state. The ongoing flooding in Louisiana is the worst natural disaster since Hurricane Sandy four years ago, the Red Cross says.

Déclenchées par le typhon Dianmu, des pluies torrentielles s'abattent sur les villes du sud de la Ch

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:34:00 +0200TF1 (fr)

Monde 42 secondes le 19/08/16 à 18h18 Déclenchées par le typhon Dianmu, des pluies torrentielles s'abattent sur les villes du sud de la Ch. Le Centre national de prévisions sur l'environnement maritime de Chine (CNPEM) a élevé son alerte au niveau jaune sur les vagues provoquées par le typhon....

Trump, Pence head to flood-wracked Louisiana as governor grumbles

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:29:00 +0200nydailynews (en)

Donald Trump arrived Friday in flood-ravaged Louisiana, a quickly-arranged visit plugged by his campaign as presidential and denounced by critics as a photo op. The Republican White House hopeful landed at the Baton Rouge airport shortly after running mate Mike Pence arrived to meet with the state’s senior GOP officials.

The Latest: Sheriff Changes Baton Rouge Curfew Start Time

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:25:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

(all times local): 11 a.m. Louisiana The sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in Louisiana is changing the start time of the parish's curfew. Sid Gautreaux said in a news release Friday the nightly curfew will begin at midnight, instead of 10 p.m. The curfew's end time will remain 6 a.m.

Tracking the Tropics: Something to Watch

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:18:00 +0200cbs12 (en)

CBS12 — There's a tropical wave that we are watching closely, and you should too. It's being called Invest 99L by the National Hurricane Center and is located at a latitude, longitude of 10.4N, 31W. Not sure where that is? Well, from South Florida it lies 3,200 miles to the east-southeast! That....

PHOTOS: Remembering Hurricane Camille 47 years later

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:18:00 +0200nbc12 (en)

NELSON, VA (WWBT) - This week marks the 47th anniversary of Hurricane Camille, which initially struck the Mississippi coast on Aug. 17, 1969, and then hit Virginia two days later, dumping more than 2 feet of rain and leaving more than 150 people dead. Camille made landfall as a Category 5 with winds of at least 175 mph.

Trump, Pence visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:10:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Bryn Stole. BATON ROUGE, La. (Reuters) - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate arrived in the flood-damaged city of Baton Rouge on Friday but the state's Democratic governor advised against touring areas affected by recent deadly rains.

Trump, Pence visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:09:00 +0200reuters (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate arrived in the flood-damaged city of Baton Rouge on Friday but the state's Democratic governor advised against touring areas affected by recent deadly rains. Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards' office said....

Viet Nam: Storm Dianmu makes landfall from Hải Phòng to Ninh Bình

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:08:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

HÀ NỘI – Storm Dianmu has made landfall from the northern Hải Phòng port city to the northern Ninh Bình province this afternoon, the National Hydrometeorological Forecast Centre said. The storm, the third of its kind to hit the country so far this year, is moving west at 15km to 20km per hour and....

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 18:02:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Some Louisiana flood victims are looking forward to Donald Trump's expected visit

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:50:00 +0200latimes (en)

“Trump is a businessman who knows for sure revitalization efforts. Why not?” said Sharon Bell, who lost her home in Denham Springs. Bell, 56, who drives a taxi, said the controversy surrounding Trump’s often-combative nature did not prevent her from welcoming the GOP candidate. “His loose lips can’t sink a ship that is already sunk.

Worth monitoring: Atlantic wave that could become Tropical Storm Gaston

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:36:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona is on the decline, but may pave the way for a new storm — which may earn the name Gaston — which could become more menacing. Fiona is still spinning in the central Atlantic, clashing with dry air and increasing wind shear. It is now forecast to weaken to a tropical depression by the end of the weekend.

Typhoon Dianmu weakens into tropical depression, leaving 3 injured in Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:32:00 +0200sinacom (en)

HANOI， Aug. 19 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu has weakened into a tropical depression after making landfall in northern Vietnam Friday afternoon， according to the country's National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting. The Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development said three people injured when the typhoon hit Hanoi.

Trump steps down from campaign pulpit to visit Louisiana flood victims

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:21:00 +0200csmonitor (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. — Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross says

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:12:00 +0200cnn (en)

Baron Leblanc, left, and George Snyder move a refrigerator out of George's flooded home in St. Amant on Thursday, August 18. More than 30,000 people have been rescued in southern Louisiana after heavy rains caused flooding. "This is a major disaster," Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards has said.

Fiona to weaken into tropical depression over the weekend: NHC

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:10:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, is expected to become a tropical depression over the weekend, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said in its latest report on Friday. The storm is located about 1295 miles (2080 km) west of the Cape Verde....

Fiona to weaken into tropical depression over the weekend: NHC

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:08:00 +0200reuters (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, is expected to become a tropical depression over the weekend, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said in its latest report on Friday. The storm is located about 1295 miles (2080 km) west of the Cape Verde Islands with....

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:06:00 +0200newsok (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:05:00 +0200news-herald (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. >> Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

The story behind one of the iconic photos of Hurricane Bob

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:02:00 +0200bostonglobe (en)

Advertisement. Stan Grossfeld Boston is actually windier than Chicago, the so-called Windy City. The area near the Hancock Building is notorious for being a wind tunnel, even without Hurricane Bob. As in any storm there were some yahoos running around, tempting the fates. You try to take photos from the safety of the car, but sometimes you can’t.

Hurricane Center watching two tropical waves off Africa coast (w/tracking map)

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:00:00 +0200tampabay (en)

Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center are keeping their eyes on two tropical waves rolling off Africa. One has a medium chance of developing into something more serious over the next five days and another right behind has a low chance. It's way too soon to tell what, if any, threat they may pose to land.

Typhoon Dianmu weakens into tropical depression, leaving 3 injured in Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:57:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

HANOI, Aug. 19 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu has weakened into a tropical depression after making landfall in northern Vietnam Friday afternoon, according to the country's National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting. The Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development said three people injured when the typhoon hit Hanoi.

NASA spots strong convection in strengthening Tropical Storm Kay

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:47:00 +0200phys (en)

On Aug. 18, 2016, at 4:53 p.m. EDT (2053 UTC) when NASA's Aqua satellite looked at Kay as the storm was classified as a depression. Strongest storms (purple) with coldest cloud top temperatures appeared south of the center at that time. Credit: NASA JPL, Ed Olsen.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:41:00 +0200wxow (en)

By JILL COLVIN and STEVE PEOPLES Associated Press. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential....

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:35:00 +0200fox13memphis (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:29:00 +0200krmg (en)

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump delivers a campaign speech in Charlotte, N.C. Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) Eric Trump, foreground, son of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, listens as his father delivers a campaign speech in Charlotte, N.C. Thursday, Aug.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:27:00 +0200AP (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:27:00 +0200sltrib (en)

Baton Rouge, La. • Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:24:00 +0200actionnewsjax (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt.

Full Article: Trump, Pence to visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:20:00 +0200wsau (en)

(Reuters) - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate planned to visit Baton Rouge on Friday to survey the damage after recent deadly floods in Louisiana, sources with knowledge of the trip said, despite calls from the state's governor advising against any touring of the area.

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:19:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump delivers a campaign speech in Charlotte, N.C. Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) Eric Trump, foreground, son of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, listens as his father delivers a campaign speech in Charlotte, N.C. Thursday, Aug.

Catastrophic Floods In Louisiana Have Caused Massive Housing Crisis

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:19:00 +0200npr (en)

Devastating floods in Louisiana have left an estimated 40,000 houses damaged; some 86,000 people have applied for federal disaster aid in the wake of the disaster. It's a crisis some people are comparing to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The disaster area stretches over 20 parishes, Eileen....

Trump, Pence to visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:16:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

(Reuters) - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate planned to visit Baton Rouge on Friday to survey the damage after recent deadly floods in Louisiana, sources with knowledge of the trip said, despite calls from the state's governor advising against any touring of the area.

Pinoy recalls bayanihan amid Louisiana flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:14:00 +0200abs-cbnnews (en)

Thousands remain displaced from their homes because of the Louisiana flood, which has been declared by the Red Cross as the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Hurricane Sandy four years ago. U.S. Census data show that there are more than 4,000 Filipinos in the southeast region....

Trump travels to Louisiana to survey flood damage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:12:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence were traveling to Louisiana Friday to survey the flood damage that killed at least 13 people and displaced thousands more. Pence arrived ahead of the Republican presidential nominee, who was seen chatting on the tarmac with Louisiana Lt. Gov.

Trump, Pence to visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:10:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate planned to visit Baton Rouge on Friday to survey the damage after recent deadly floods in Louisiana, sources with knowledge of the trip said, despite calls from the state's governor advising against any touring of the area.

Typhoon Dianmu leaves path of destruction in northern Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:07:00 +0200vnexpress (en)

Heavy rains inundate streets, fell trees and sweep away vehicles in typhoon-hit areas. Despite reducing to a low-pressure system as it made landfall in Vietnam, Typhoon Dianmu has left a trail of destruction across Hanoi, deluging streets, toppling trees and sweeping away motorbikes.

Trump, Pence to visit flooded Louisiana as governor warns against 'photo op'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 16:07:00 +0200reuters (en)

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his running mate planned to visit Baton Rouge on Friday to survey the damage after recent deadly floods in Louisiana, sources with knowledge of the trip said, despite calls from the state's governor advising against any touring of the area.

Acts of kindness flourish amid floodwaters

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 15:49:00 +0200wyff4 (en)

We've seen it over and over whenever tragedy has struck. And we're seeing it again in Louisiana, dealing with the worst disaster in the US since Hurricane Sunday. Thousands have lost their homes. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, both in their community and elsewhere, they have not lost hope.

Typhoon Dianmu leaves 560,000 affected

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 15:46:00 +0200caspionet (en)

Typhoon Dianmu hits China. 560 thousand people were affected. No victims were reported yet. 40,000 thousand local residents were evacuated in the province of Hainan. The region suffered the monthly rainfall for two days. Railway and air communication was suspended. 25,000 fishing boats were forced to return to ports.

Remembering Hurricane Bob: 25 years ago

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 15:31:00 +0200wcvb (en)

Bob formed just east of the Bahamas on Aug. 16, 1991, StormTeam 5 meteorologist Harvey Leonard said. The storm moved along the coast and intensified along the way, but did not make landfall until it reached New England on Aug. 19. It peaked as a Category 3 storm as it moved up the coast, but settled....

Tropical Storm Fiona expected to weaken

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 15:30:00 +0200chron (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona is expected to lose power during the next few days as it veers northwest in the Atlantic. The storm on Friday had maximum sustained winds of 45 mph and was moving west-northwest at 10 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Louisiana paper says vacation or not, time for Obama to visit flood-ravaged state

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 14:54:00 +0200foxnews (en)

Floodwater covers the site of the LSU Fire and Emergency Training Institute after heavy rains in Baton Rouge, La., Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016. (Bill Feig/The Advocate via AP) Now that flood waters are receding, it’s time for President Obama to visit flood-ravaged Louisiana, the “most anguished state in....

New tropical disturbance bears watching with 50% chance of development

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 14:50:00 +0200palmbeachpost (en)

A new tropical wave about 350 miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands has piqued the interest of the National Hurricane Center, which is giving it a 50 percent chance of development over the next five days. The system, dubbed 99-L, is a disorganized grouping of showers for now, but warm sea....

Bad weather's inevitable; bad theology isn't

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 14:33:00 +0200nola (en)

Aerials of flooding in Baton Rouge, La. following record-breaking rainfall and flooding. Interstate 12 runs through the middle of this photograph. (G. ANDREW BOYD, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) My aunt's house had flooded again. I don't remember how many times family had driven out to her home,....

Tropical Storm Fiona may have company next week

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 13:57:00 +0200al (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona was moving northwest in the central Atlantic on Friday, but a new tropical wave to its south was becoming one to watch. It had a 50 percent chance of development over the next five days. (National Hurricane Center) A weak Tropical Storm Fiona continued to move northwestward in....

High today climbing over 90

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 13:53:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

ADVISORIES. 6:43 a.m.: It will be a warm day, with high temperatures in the lower 90s along the coast and mid 90s inland. Isolated lightning storms will develop over the coastal counties after midday, mainly west of Interstate 95. The greatest coverage and intensity of storms is expected to occur....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:50:00 +0200timesofoman (en)

San Francisco: Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:44:00 +0200ahram-EN (en)

Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75 miles....

Tropics: Fiona expected to fizzle, but the tropics are getting active

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:39:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona expected to weaken over weekend. Tropical Storm Fiona continues to spin in the open Atlantic, posing no immediate threat to land and projected to weaken over the next few days. But the National Hurricane Center is monitoring another distant weather system and is expecting a third one to come off the coast of Africa soon.

5 things for Friday, August 19: Ryan Lochte, Louisana, Olympics

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:38:00 +0200cnn (en)

So it looks like Lochte's story just doesn't hold water. Brazilian police say he and three other swimmers weren't robbed; they vandalized a gas station bathroom and then got into an altercation with security guards. Now, everyone agrees someone pulled a gun and money changed hands. But calling that a "robbery" seems a little much.

As people flee disasters, is this what climate change looks like?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:38:00 +0200thespec (en)

It followed dramatic flooding in Louisiana that the Red Cross termed our "worst natural disaster" in this country since Hurricane Sandy four years ago. Thirteen have been killed and 40,000 homes damaged and those numbers could get worse. The same week as the Louisiana and California disasters, the....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:28:00 +0200cyprus-mail (en)

Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75 miles....

AP NewsAlert MIAMI (AP) — US National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Kay forms in the Pacific off Mexico's

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:03:00 +0200fox13memphis (en)

MIAMI (AP) — US National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Kay forms in the Pacific off Mexico's coast. Copyright 2016 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

News 1 HRS AGO AP NewsAlert

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:03:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

MIAMI (AP) — US National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Kay forms in the Pacific off Mexico's coast. Copyright 2016 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Louisiane : l’eau se retire, le bilan est dramatique

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:00:00 +0200LeMonde (fr)

En images. L’eau s’est enfin retirée en Louisiane, après six jours d’inondations dramatiques. Vendredi 12 août des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues dans cet Etat américain du Sud-Est. Bilan : 13 morts, 20 000 habitants secourus ou évacués et plus de 40 000 habitations touchées.

AP NewsAlert

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:53:00 +0200nzherald (en)

MIAMI (AP) " US National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Kay forms in the Pacific off Mexico's coast. AP. This story has been automatically published from the Associated Press wire which uses US spellings. Get the news delivered straight to your inbox.

Storm Dianmu makes landfall in North Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:42:00 +0200vietnamnet-en (en)

Storm Dianmu has made landfall from the northern Hai Phong port city to the northern Ninh Binh province this afternoon, the National Hydrometeorological Forecast Centre said. Rain in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province. The storm, the third of its kind to hit the country so far this year, is moving....

Typhoon Dianmu makes landfall in N. Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:39:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

HANOI, Aug. 19 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu made landfall in northern Vietnam on Friday afternoon, according to the country's National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting. The storm landed at northern Hai Phong city and Thai Binh province in northern Vietnam at around 02:00 p.m. local time (0700 GMT) on Friday, said the center.

Le typhon Dianmu touche terre dans le sud de la Chine

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:37:00 +0200cctv-fr (fr)

08-19-2016 16:30. GUANGZHOU, 18 août (Xinhua) -- Le typhon Dianmu a atteint jeudi à15h40 le bourg de Dongli, de la ville de Leizhou, dans la province méridionale du Guangdong. Dianmu, le 8e typhon de l'année, se dirige vers l'ouest à une vitesse de 20 km/h, et devra traverser la péninsule de....

South China's Hainan affected by typhoon 'Dianmu'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:35:00 +0200gmw (en)

Cars drive on a road in Haikou, capital of South China's Hainan province, Aug 18, 2016. Hainan was affected by typhoon "Dianmu", the eighth of the season, with many regions greeting heavy rainfall. [Photo/Xinhua] GMW Guest Anonymous View all Comments are filtered for language and registration is not required.

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:23:00 +0200nna-en (en)

NNA - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75....

AP NewsAlert

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:20:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

Yahoo!-ABC News Network © 2016 ABC News Internet Ventures. All rights reserved. Yahoo!-ABC News Network © 2016 ABC News Internet Ventures. All rights reserved. US National Hurricane Center : Tropical Storm Kay forms in the Pacific off Mexico's coast.

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:16:00 +0200trust (en)

Aug 19 (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon....

Tropics: Fiona expected to fizzle, but two other distant systems being monitored

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:14:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona expected to weaken over weekend. Tropical Storm Fiona continues to spin in the open Atlantic, posing no immediate threat to land and projected to weaken over the next few days. But the National Hurricane Center is monitoring two other distant weather systems that could come into play.

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:58:00 +0200straitstimesSG (en)

CALIFORNIA (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday (Aug 19) against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in....

Firefighters Gain Ground On Monster Southern California Wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:45:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

Aug 19 (Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:41:00 +0200in-cyprus (en)

Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75 miles....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:19:00 +0200reuters-in (en)

Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75 miles....

Full Article: Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:15:00 +0200wsau (en)

(Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:05:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:05:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

(Reuters) - Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass....

Firefighters gain ground on California wildfire

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:02:00 +0200reuters (en)

Firefighters were gaining ground on Friday against a wildfire burning in a Southern California mountain pass that has forced some 80,000 residents to flee their homes and has consumed dozens of structures. The Blue Cut fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin in the Cajon Pass about 75 miles....

États-Unis : la Louisiane dévastée par les inondations

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 09:49:00 +0200francetvinfo (fr)

Après six jours d'inondations, l'eau s'est enfin retirée en Louisiane. De retour chez eux ce jeudi 18 août, les habitants retrouvent leur maison dévastée. Vendredi dernier, des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues dans cet État américain du Sud-Est, provoquant des inondations historiques.

The Flood Brings Us Together. Let’s Not Forget the Divides.

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 09:38:00 +0200nytimes (en)

Terrance Carter, nephew of Alton Sterling, in his flood-damaged home in Baton Rouge, La. Credit Max Becherer for The New York Times. Baton Rouge, La. — Her eyes were a shade of red that could be achieved only by equal parts crying, worry and lack of sleep. “I’ve lost everything,” she said. In the past week, I’ve heard that phrase too many times.

Cela fait bien longtemps que les Etats-Unis n'ont pas connu d'ouragan majeur, et le retour de bâton pourrait s'en trouver d'autant plus violent

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:41:00 +0200atlantico (fr)

Manipuler, c'est mal... Vous aimeriez être de ceux à qui on ne peut rien refuser... Marchander dans les magasins, ce n'est pas votre genre. Vous vous sentez redevable quand on vous a rendu service. Vous doutez qu'on puisse manipuler les gens pour leur bien.Ce que les autres pensent de vous compte beaucoup.

Key L.A.-Las Vegas highway link reopens as wildfire rages on

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:09:00 +0200trust (en)

(Adds detail on containment, lifting of some evacuation orders, paragraphs 1-2, 5-6) By Krystian Orlinski. WRIGHTWOOD, Calif., Aug 18 (Reuters) - The main highway linking Southern California to Las Vegas reopened on Thursday as firefighters gained ground on a fast-moving wildfire that raged for a third day in mountains east of Los Angeles.

Key L.A.-Las Vegas highway link reopens as wildfire rages on

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:05:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Krystian Orlinski. WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. (Reuters) - The main highway linking Southern California to Las Vegas reopened on Thursday as firefighters gained ground on a fast-moving wildfire that raged for a third day in mountains east of Los Angeles. More than 80,000 residents were ordered to evacuate....

8th typhoon of year hits Guangdong

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:01:00 +0200china (en)

Typhoon Dianmu, the eighth typhoon this year, made landfall in Leizhou, Guangdong province, around 3:40 pm on Thursday, battering southern coastal regions with gales and torrential rains. The typhoon will move west into Beibu Gulf on Thursday night, and grow stronger to affect Guangdong, the Guangxi....

Hainan affected by typhoon 'Dianmu'

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:59:00 +0200sinacom (en)

A car is seen trapped in water under an overpass in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, Aug. 18, 2016. Hainan was affected by typhoon "Dianmu", the eighth of the season, with many regions greeting heavy rainfalls. (Photo/Xinhua) Cars drive on a road in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, Aug.

US pastor who blamed gays for God's wrath flees flooded home The Guardian

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:43:00 +0200msn-uk (en)

Religions around the world have interpreted natural phenomena as God’s will for as long as we’ve had gods and religions. But in God’s arsenal of punishments, perhaps none are as storied as the flood. In modern times, conservative evangelicals have claimed floods, such as the one that followed....

Vietnam Airlines cancels flights due to Typhoon Dianmu

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:33:00 +0200vnexpress (en)

Flights to and from Hai Phong and Thanh Hoa are most affected. National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has cancelled 10 flights scheduled on August 19 due to Typhoon Dianmu, the third typhoon to hit the Southeast Asian country this year. The 10 flights were scheduled to depart from or arrive at Cat....

PACT gives $40,000 for Hurricane Relief to Red Cross

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:14:00 +0200channel5belize (en)

Hurricane relief funds were handed over to the Belize Red Cross today by an unusual donor. The Protected Areas Conservation Trust, an environmental N.G.O., handed over a forty thousand dollars cheque to the humanitarian organization to assist children most affected by Hurricane Earl.

Co-Managers of Protected Areas Also Get Assistance

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:14:00 +0200channel5belize (en)

As to the other sixty thousand dollars; it is being used to assist co-managers, who manage protected areas and parks on behalf of the government of Belize. The winds associated with Hurricane Earl damaged many of the visitors centers, the trail systems and many trees are down.

Tropical storm Dianmu hits northern Vietnam

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:08:00 +0200vnexpress (en)

It will make landfall Friday noon and is likely to trigger flash floods and landslides. Tropical Storm Dianmu has hit the coast of northern Vietnam at around 10 a.m. local time on Friday with maximum wind speeds reaching 90-100 kilometers per hour. At 4 a.m.

Tempête Dianmu : faire au mieux pour protéger la vie de la population et les biens de l’Etat

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:00:00 +0200vietnamplus-fr (fr)

Hanoi (VNA) - Le Premier ministre Nguyen Xuan Phuc a eu une séance de travail jeudi après-midi à Hanoï avec le Centre national de prévisions météorologiques et hydrologiques pour discuter des mesures de prévention de la tempête tropicale Dianmu qui s’approchait la côte vietnamienne.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:48:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn’t know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Fiona Faces Challenges in the Atlantic

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:45:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. Tropical Storm Fiona formed Wednesday evening in the central Atlantic Ocean. Fiona faces two main obstacles that could spell its eventual demise. The tropical storm is no threat to land. Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, is a bit more....

Twelve-E to Become a Tropical Storm

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:45:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. A tropical depression has formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The depression should strengthen to become "Kay" on Friday. Bands of heavy rain and high surf are the biggest concerns in Baja California. Tropical Depression Twelve-E formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean Thursday....

Louisiana flooding is worst disaster since Sandy, but people aren’t talking about it

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:31:00 +0200postcrescent (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

As US floods recede, new wildfires threaten thousands Louisiana residents begin a huge post-flood clean up as California's governor declares a state of emergency over the latest wildfires. The natural disasters follow what NASA says was the hottest month on record.

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:19:00 +0200deutschewelle-en (en)

California's latest wildfire mushroomed into an inferno covering more than 120 square kilometers (46 square miles) in just a day, the National Wildfire Coordinating Group said on Wednesday. The fast spread of the so-called "Blue Cut" fire led to a mandatory evacuation order for at least 82,000....

Louisiana Flooding: One Extended Family Has Lost 13 Homes

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:08:00 +0200nbcnews (en)

In the small community of Colyell in Livingston Parish, one extended family is recovering from a staggering loss. Gary Wheat and 36 of his relatives lost their homes — 13 in all — spread over a 25-acre area. "I've never seen it like this," he said. "[The water] just come up so fast. We didn't have time to get everything out.

Hot, cloudy weather to continue in Shanghai

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:01:00 +0200china (en)

The hot, cloudy weather should continue for another two days, but a cold front is expected to bring rain and cooler temperatures from Sunday, forecasters said yesterday. Today will be cloudy with intermittent showers in northern areas of the city in the afternoon, and the temperature should range between 28 and 36 degrees Celsius.

Weather 10 hour ago 11:48 a.m. Tropical Storm Fiona churns in the Open Atlantic

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 04:59:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

MIAMITropical Storm Fiona continues to churn in the open Atlantic with tropical storm force winds and is expected to streghthen over the next two days with less shear in place. Wind speeds are at 45 mph with higher gusts as it moves west-northwest. Models are in good agreement with keeping Fiona out....

President Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 04:53:00 +0200theherald-news (en)

The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out of their homes in the Baton Rouge and Lafayette areas of the state. At least 13 people have died as a result of the flooding, and at one point 11,000 were in shelters. That number has dropped as water levels have receded.

Local sisters struggle with Louisiana flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 04:35:00 +0200cbs6albany (en)

WATERVLIET -- "I mean I couldn't imagine if I had gone two weeks late with him, I would've been delivering him in my own home or in a boat somewhere,” said Louisiana resident Katlyn Willis. In a stroke of pure luck, first time mom Katlyn Willis and her infant son Lucas just happened to catch a....

Heavy rain expected to bring more flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 04:11:00 +0200mmtimes (en)

Eight people have died, nearly half a million have been driven from their homes or face imminent threat of flooding, and nearly K700 million (US$590,000) has been spent on flood-relief measures as heavy rain continues to batter most states and regions of the country.

Key Los Angeles-Las Vegas highway link reopens as wildfire rages on

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 04:07:00 +0200themalaymailonline (en)

A helicopter makes a water drop during the Soberanes fire off of Rancho San Carlos Road near Carmel Valley, California, July 29, 2016. — Reuters pic WRIGHTWOOD, Aug 19 — The main highway linking Southern California to Las Vegas reopened yesterday as authorities battled a fast-moving wildfire that....

Obama slammed for being on vacation amid Louisiana flood disaster

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 04:05:00 +0200nydailynews (en)

The rain and floods that have battered Louisiana are the worst national disaster in the U.S. since Hurricane Sandy, the Red Cross says, but not bad enough for President Obama to interrupt his Martha’s Vineyard vacation and show up on the scene, critics charged.

Utah to send $670K to polygamous town for flood prevention

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 03:33:00 +0200sltrib (en)

A polygamous community on the Utah-Arizona border where at least a dozen people were swept away to their deaths in flash flooding last year will get help from Utah to build several ponds to collect rain runoff to help prevent another tragedy. Utah's Permanent Community Impact Fund Board, which uses....

Why isn't the La. flood getting more attention?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:51:00 +0200usaToday (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

Why isn't the La. flood getting more attention?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:49:00 +0200azcentral (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

LA flooding: How did it happen?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:40:00 +0200wwlp (en)

(CNN) – Historic. Unprecedented and the worst natural disaster in the US since hurricane sandy. At least 13 people have been killed in the Louisiana flooding and some 40-thousand homes damaged. The deluge wasn’t spawned by a named storm or a hurricane. So, how did this happen? Let’s talk about the rainfall that fell Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

2 tropical waves expected to gradually develop

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:27:00 +0200nola (en)

The National Hurricane Center is tracking two tropical waves, both expected to gradually develop through early next week. (National Hurricane Center) Two tropical waves, one about 300 miles southwest of the Cape Verde Islands and the other hugging the coast of Africa, are both expected to gradually....

Typhoon Dianmu landed in south China's Guangdong Province on Thursday afternoon, bringing torrential rain to much of the region.

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:19:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

Cars drive on a road in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, Aug. 18, 2016. Hainan was affected by typhoon "Dianmu", the eighth of the season, with many regions greeting heavy rainfall. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu) GUANGZHOU, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu landed in south China's Guangdong....

In flood-ravaged Louisiana, newspaper criticizes a golfing Obama

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:09:00 +0200chicagotribune (en)

Devoted golfer President Barack Obama isn't letting criticism from flood-ravaged Louisiana get in the way of a round with pals. The president on Wednesday hit the links to resume his golfing grudge match with buddy Marty Nesbitt , former NBA star Alonzo Mourning and attorney Cyrus Walker, while vacationing at Martha's Vineyard.

Typhoon Dianmu hits southern China

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:00:00 +0200china.org.cn (en)

Typhoon Dianmu landed in south China's Guangdong Province on Thursday afternoon, bringing torrential rain to much of the region. This year's eighth typhoon landed in Dongli Township in the city of Leizhou at 3:40 p.m. on Thursday and is expected to bring heavy rainfall, which local authorities say could cause landslides in the region.

Key L.A.-Las Vegas highway link reopens as wildfire rages on

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:44:00 +0200reuters (en)

WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. The main highway linking Southern California to Las Vegas reopened on Thursday as authorities battled a fast-moving wildfire that raged for a third day in mountains east of Los Angeles. More than 80,000 residents remained under evacuation orders from the so-called Blue Cut Fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin.

Key L.A.-Las Vegas highway link reopens as wildfire rages on

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:39:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Krystian Orlinski. WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. (Reuters) - The main highway linking Southern California to Las Vegas reopened on Thursday as authorities battled a fast-moving wildfire that raged for a third day in mountains east of Los Angeles. More than 80,000 residents remained under evacuation orders....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:37:00 +0200nigeriaonline (en)

. in 1 hour ago. World EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:37:00 +0200wwlp (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

Key Vegas highway reopens as fire rages

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:35:00 +0200dailytelegraph (en)

More than 80,000 residents remained under evacuation orders from the so-called Blue Cut Fire, named for a narrow gorge near its origin. It erupted on Tuesday in the Cajon Pass near Interstate 15, the primary traffic route between greater Los Angeles and Las Vegas, Nevada, to the northeast and....

Louisiana flood victims get extra time to pay insurance premiums

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:27:00 +0200nola (en)

Flood victims will have extra time to pay premiums under an emergency rule issued Thursday (Aug. 18) by Louisiana's top insurance official. The measure also prevents insurers from dropping policyholders still recovering from the flooding disaster. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon said the move....

Tropical Storm Fiona Spins in the Atlantic

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:12:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. Tropical Storm Fiona formed Wednesday evening in the central Atlantic Ocean. Fiona faces two main obstacles that could spell its eventual demise. The tropical storm is no threat to land. Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, is a bit more....

Photos: Cleaning Up on Gulf Coast

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:12:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. Evacuations in Vermillion Parish are ordered Thursday. Louisiana residents begin the harrowing task of putting their lives back together after devastating flood. Some 6,000 people remain in shelters. Many victims will need an extended place to stay while they rebuild.

Even The Dead Have Been Displaced By Louisiana Flooding

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:11:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

As if the site of floodwaters ripping through communities in southern Louisiana wasn’t eerie enough, the high waters have begun lifting graves from their final resting places. The flood appears to have dislodged the above-ground grave coverings at many of the region’s cemeteries, sending the enclosed caskets floating.

Flooding in Louisiana could raise gas prices here

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:08:00 +0200ajc (en)

Television pictures of tragic flooding in Louisiana, followed by higher gas prices in Atlanta. Sounds vaguely it might be happening again. If the scenario sounds familiar, perhaps you recall paying a king’s ransom for gasoline – or being unable to get any at all — in early September of 2005 when....

Obama has no plans to end vacation to visit Louisiana flood wreckage

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 01:00:00 +0200nypost (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana , despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out of....

Louisiana flood might affect quarter-million students

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:57:00 +0200nola (en)

Kendall Hebert, top, development director of Cristo Rey Baton Rouge Franciscan High School, walks down a flooded hallway inside the new school on Wednesday, August 17, 2016. All but maybe one of the Baton Rouge archdiocese's 30 schools closed due to the Louisiana Flood of 2016, Superintendent Melanie Verges said, affecting perhaps 15,000 children.

Obama under fire for not halting Martha Vineyard's vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:54:00 +0200dailymail (en)

'It's past time for the president to pay a personal visit, showing his solidarity with suffering Americans,' the newspaper wrote. The editorial noted that Obama interrupted his two-week vacation on Martha's Vineyard earlier this week to attend a fundraiser for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on the Massachusetts island.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:25:00 +0200aikenstandard (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn’t know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Baton Rouge's summer of pain: Shootings, unrest, now floods

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:23:00 +0200wcfcourier (en)

In this Tuesday, Aug., 16, 2016, photo, Bayou View Elementary School second grader Ethan Borderon, 8, and other classmates load cleaning supplies at the Gulfport, Miss., school for flood victims in Louisiana. The city of Gulfport collected three truck loads of supplies and delivered them on Wednesday.

If a hurricane hit tonight, would you be prepared?

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:22:00 +0200khou (en)

My mom is not happy about this AT ALL! But my older brother is licking his chops at the idea of cutting my cast off with dads hack saw. I'm sure he's secretly hoping he accidently nicks my heel in the process, but after an hour of hacking I'm free of that stinky, smelly, sweaty, nasty thing.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:18:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:17:00 +0200wate (en)

Members of the Louisiana Army National Guard help place sandbags to protect the city hall in Lake Arthur, La., Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016. (Scott Clause/The Daily Advertiser via AP) Related Coverage EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to....

Man who claimed God punishes gay people with natural disasters sees his own home destroyed by floods

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:16:00 +0200themirror (en)

Tony Perkins - the leader of Family Research Council - might be regretting that statement this morning after becoming yet another victim of the Louisiana flood crisis. Tony Perkins blames gays for natural disasters like that which destroyed his home. A man who claimed God punishes gay people with....

Baton Rouge's summer of pain: Shootings, unrest, now floods

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:12:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

In this Tuesday, Aug., 16, 2016, photo, Bayou View Elementary School second grader Ethan Borderon, 8, and other classmates load cleaning supplies at the Gulfport, Miss., school for flood victims in Louisiana. The city of Gulfport collected three truck loads of supplies and delivered them on Wednesday.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:05:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out of....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:01:00 +0200krmg (en)

is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out of their homes in the Baton Rouge and Lafayette areas of the state.

16 mins ago Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Sandy The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:56:00 +0200yourerie (en)

LIVINGSTON PARISH, Louisiana (CNN) The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Hurricane Sandy four years ago, the Red Cross said. "Thousands of people in Louisiana have lost everything they own and need our help now," said Brad....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:54:00 +0200news9 (en)

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press. EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) - President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the....

US Homeland Security Chief Tours Flooding Damage, Vows Recovery Aid

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:53:00 +0200voanews (en)

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson toured recovery efforts Thursday in the Southern state of Louisiana, where unprecedented flooding has left at least 13 people dead and thousands displaced. The flooding around Baton Rouge came from record-breaking rains of more than 75 centimeters that began last week.

As people flee disasters, is this what climate change looks like?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:50:00 +0200thespec (en)

It followed dramatic flooding in Louisiana that the Red Cross termed our "worst natural disaster" in this country since Hurricane Sandy four years ago. Thirteen have been killed and 40,000 homes damaged – and those numbers could get worse. The same week as the Louisiana and California disasters, the....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:48:00 +0200eagletribune (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

Louisiana flooding is worst disaster since Sandy, but people aren’t talking about it

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:47:00 +0200courier-journal (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

News 18 MINS AGO Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:43:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

Tropical Depression Twelve-E Forms

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:42:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. A tropical depression has formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The depression should strengthen to become "Kay" soon. Bands of heavy rain and high surf are the biggest concerns in Baja California. Tropical Depression Twelve-E formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean Thursday afternoon....

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:32:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Volunteer Talks Effort in Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:31:00 +0200wsau (en)

One of them is helping out with shelters and distribution of goods in the Lafayette area. "We have 7 shelters open in the area I'm working in and I think we are close to 500 to 550 in our shelters," says Nick Cluppert, Disaster Program Manager at the Northeast Wisconsin American Red Cross office.

Forgotten disaster

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:27:00 +0200bbc (en)

Image copyright AP. Days of heavy rain have caused historic flooding in the US state of Louisiana, br inging as much as 31in (79cm) across a third of the state The downpour continued for more than 72 hours, leading to widespread and dramatic flooding in the affected area and downstream along the Amite river.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:26:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

Louisiana flood victims to be helped by St. Tammany agencies

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:26:00 +0200nola (en)

St. Tammany Parish President Pat Brister discusses STPCares — Community Flood Response on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016. The relief organization will seek to provide manpower, parish facilities, temporary housing and monetary help for those struggling to recover from the massive flooding that swept through the state.

Tropical Storm Fiona moving over central Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:26:00 +0200nola (en)

was moving northwestward over the central Atlantic, posing no threat to land, the National Hurricane Center reported Thursday afternoon (Aug. 18). Fiona was moving toward the northwest near 10 mph and was expected to move between northwest and west-northwest into the weekend. Maximum sustained winds were near 45 mph with higher gusts.

Schools to be built to withstand storms

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:25:00 +0200fijitimes (en)

GOVERNMENT wants to ensure that schools reconstructed in the wake of the devastation caused by Severe TC Winston will be able to withstand storms of similar strength. Education Minister Dr Mahendra Reddy said ensuring this process had resulted in delays.

WATCH: Rita shares how typhoon ruined their house

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:25:00 +0200abs-cbnnews (en)

MANILA -- On Thursday, the "Pinoy Big Brother Lucky 7" housemates were asked to share photos of their houses and the story behind them. While most of the housemates were excited for their turn, Rita Gabiola stayed silent, watched closely, and prepared her explanation.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:05:00 +0200foxnews (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. – Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

BIAS ALERT: Media that ripped Bush on Katrina ignores Obama on La. flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:05:00 +0200foxnews (en)

President George W. Bush was torn to shreds in 2005 by mainstream media commentators for his initial response to Hurricane Katrina – yet President Obama’s detached response to the recent Louisiana floods has been met with resounding silence from those same outlets.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:04:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Long Beach, NY

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 23:04:00 +0200patch (en)

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After flood, finding a place to live is next challenge

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:53:00 +0200nola (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

News 20 mins ago 3:18 p.m. Hey Guys, Hurricane 'Alicia' Is Hitting Tonight! Are You Prepared?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:50:00 +0200khou (en)

My mom is not happy about this AT ALL! But my older brother is licking his chops at the idea of cutting my cast off with dads hack saw. I'm sure he's secretly hoping he accidently nicks my heel in the process, but after an hour of hacking I'm free of that stinky, smelly, sweaty, nasty thing.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:49:00 +0200sunherald (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

New Plight for Louisiana Flood Victims: Find a Place to Live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:37:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Baton Rouge's summer of pain: Shootings, unrest, now floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:36:00 +0200timesdaily (en)

In this Tuesday, Aug., 16, 2016, photo, Bayou View Elementary School second grader Ethan Borderon, 8, and other classmates load cleaning supplies at the Gulfport, Miss., school for flood victims in Louisiana. The city of Gulfport collected three truck loads of supplies and delivered them on Wednesday.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:29:00 +0200krmg (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Haiti: Sharing Humanity: l’histoire de Murielle

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:27:00 +0200reliefWeb (fr)

Murielle ne peut pas oublier le jeune garçon d’Haïti, dont la vie a complètement changé grâce à une alimentation nutritive. Pour marquer la Journée mondiale de l’aide humanitaire, le 19 août, plusieurs membres du Programme alimentaire mondial (PAM) nous raconte leur histoire et nous explique leur....

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:27:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:26:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how much longer they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

The Latest: Homeland Security chief pledges Louisiana aid

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:15:00 +0200omaha (en)

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bbb on homes: Getting generator can be good move

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:45:00 +0200chron (en)

With hurricane season active through November, the greater Houston area is always at risk to be affected by either a hurricane or a tropical storm. This risk, combined with Houston's devastating storms and power outages earlier this year, may lead some homeowners to consider whether purchasing a generator for their home may be a good idea.

Why isn't the Louisiana flooding getting more attention?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:34:00 +0200montgomeryadvertiser (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

Obama likely won't end vacation to survey floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:32:00 +0200abc15 (en)

President Barack Obama waves and calls out to media as he and first lady Michelle Obama walk from the White House, Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, in Washington, to board Marine One, with their daughters Sasha and Malia, en route to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., and on to Martha's Vineyard for a family vacation.

As people flee disasters, is this what climate change looks like?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:32:00 +0200bangordailynews (en)

In San Bernardino County, California, 82,000 people were ordered to leave their homes Wednesday as an explosive wildfire “hit with an intensity that we hadn’t seen before,” as one fire official said, and surged across 30,000 acres. It followed dramatic flooding in Louisiana that the Red Cross termed....

NASA sees Tropical Depression 10W form near Guam

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:25:00 +0200phys (en)

NASA's Terra satellite provided infrared data on Tropical Depression on Aug. 18 near Guam in the northwestern Pacific Ocean. Credit: NASA. NASA's Terra satellite captured an infrared image of the developing Tropical Storm 10W in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean near Guam.

Les vacances d'Obama font monter la grogne en Louisiane

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:22:00 +0200lapresse-CA (fr)

La Maison-Blanche assure que M. Obama n'est pas indifférent face à la souffrance des milliers d'évacués des régions de Bâton-Rouge et de Lafayette. La montée des eaux a fait au moins 13 morts et à un certain point, 11 000 personnes ont dû quitter leur résidence. Celles-ci ont commencé à regagner leur foyer, au fur et à mesure que l'eau recule.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:14:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

WATCH LIVE: Homeland security secretary speaks about La. flooding 21 Mins The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:01:00 +0200click2houston (en)

LIVINGSTON PARISH, Louisiana (CNN) - The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Hurricane Sandy four years ago, the Red Cross said. "Thousands of people in Louisiana have lost everything they own and need our help now," said Brad....

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:01:00 +0200eastoregonian (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

'A changing climate is and will continue to put people out of their homes'

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:56:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

Property destroyed by the Blue Cut wildfire in Phelan, Calif., on Aug. 17. (Jonathan Alcorn/AFP via Getty Images) In San Bernardino County, Calif., 82,000 people were ordered to leave their homes Wednesday as an explosive wildfire “hit with an intensity that we hadn’t seen before,” as one fire official said , and surged across 30,000 acres.

Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Sandy The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:55:00 +0200yourerie (en)

LIVINGSTON PARISH, Louisiana (CNN) The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Hurricane Sandy four years ago, the Red Cross said. "Thousands of people in Louisiana have lost everything they own and need our help now," said Brad....

NASA sees Tropical Storm 12W over the open Northwestern Pacific Ocean

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:52:00 +0200phys (en)

A symmetrical Tropical Depression 12W (12W) was spotted by NASA's Aqua satellite on Aug. 18 over the open waters of the northwestern Pacific Ocean. Credit: Credits: NASA. Tropical Storm 12W formed over the open waters of the Northwestern Pacific Ocean, far southeast of the big island of Japan .

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live new

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:48:00 +0200wlos (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

La. flood, worst disaster since Sandy, gets little attention

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:45:00 +0200azcentral (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

La. flood, worst disaster since Sandy, gets little attention

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:43:00 +0200usaToday (en)

At least 13 people are dead and 40,000 homes are damaged because of flooding in Louisiana – and the rest of the world isn’t really talking about it. Since rain hit the state's southern region last week, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have collectively issued no formal acknowledgements of the disaster, aside from a tweet.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:41:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

Sioux City, IA (51101) Today. Sunshine and clouds mixed. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 94F. Winds SSW at 15 to 25 mph.. Tonight. Partly cloudy this evening with more clouds for overnight. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 67F. SSW winds shifting to NW at 10 to 20 mph.

In flood-ravaged Louisiana, newspaper criticizes a golfing Obama

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:38:00 +0200chicagotribune (en)

Devoted golfer President Barack Obama isn't letting criticism from flood-ravaged Louisiana get in the way of a round with pals. The president on Wednesday hit the links to resume his golfing grudge match with buddy Marty Nesbitt , former NBA star Alonzo Mourning and attorney Cyrus Walker, while vacationing at Martha's Vineyard.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live new

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:37:00 +0200cbs12 (en)

Terry Brewer, left, and Timothy Harris pile up debris outside a flooded auto parts store in Albany, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. The U.S. Small Business Administration plans to open several south Louisiana locations to help businesses damaged by record flooding.

Le typhon Dianmu balaie le sud de la Chine

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:33:00 +0200euronews-fr (fr)

Dianmu s’est abattu sur la province du Guangdong , dans le sud de la Chine .Le typhon devrait se renforcer au cours du passage du golfe du Tonkin avant de toucher le territoire du Vietnam . Typhoon hits #China , bringing heavy downpours to south provinces China Xinhua News (@XHNews) 18 août 2016....

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live new

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:30:00 +0200bakersfieldnow (en)

Terry Brewer, left, and Timothy Harris pile up debris outside a flooded auto parts store in Albany, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. The U.S. Small Business Administration plans to open several south Louisiana locations to help businesses damaged by record flooding.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live new

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:30:00 +0200cbs6albany (en)

Terry Brewer, left, and Timothy Harris pile up debris outside a flooded auto parts store in Albany, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. The U.S. Small Business Administration plans to open several south Louisiana locations to help businesses damaged by record flooding.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:27:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross says 29 Mins The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:27:00 +0200news4jax (en)

ught enough food to last for a week in case we were flooded in, but I wasn't prepared for this much devastation," said Jo Lee Misner, who lives in the Livingston Parish community of Colyell. "Local stores are running low on everything from food to fuel." At least 36 of her relatives have lost their homes -- all 13 of them.

Presidential briefings on Louisiana flood aren't enough

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:21:00 +0200nola (en)

FEMA administrator Craig Fugate came to Louisiana Tuesday (Aug. 16) and promised that the federal government understands the magnitude of the disaster here. He then went back and briefed President Barack Obama on the historic flooding , according to the White House website.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:21:00 +0200wcfcourier (en)

The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out of their homes in the Baton Rouge and Lafayette areas of the state. At least 13 people have died as a result of the flooding, and at one point 11,000 were in shelters. That number has dropped as water levels have receded.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:19:00 +0200newsok (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

The Latest: Floods boost Louisiana's likely need for a loan

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:11:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

Terry Brewer, left, and Timothy Harris pile up debris outside a flooded auto parts store in Albany, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. The U.S. Small Business Administration plans to open several south Louisiana locations to help businesses damaged by record flooding.

Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross says 5 Mins The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Hurricane Sandy four years

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 20:01:00 +0200click2houston (en)

ught enough food to last for a week in case we were flooded in, but I wasn't prepared for this much devastation," said Jo Lee Misner, who lives in the Livingston Parish community of Colyell. "Local stores are running low on everything from food to fuel." At least 36 of her relatives have lost their homes -- all 13 of them.

Obama likely won't end vacation to survey floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:53:00 +0200abcactionnews (en)

President Barack Obama waves and calls out to media as he and first lady Michelle Obama walk from the White House, Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, in Washington, to board Marine One, with their daughters Sasha and Malia, en route to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., and on to Martha's Vineyard for a family vacation.

The Latest: Floods boost Louisiana's likely need for a loan

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:51:00 +0200wcfcourier (en)

Terry Brewer, left, and Timothy Harris pile up debris outside a flooded auto parts store in Albany, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. The U.S. Small Business Administration plans to open several south Louisiana locations to help businesses damaged by record flooding.

Obama likely won't end vacation to survey floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:51:00 +0200wkbw (en)

President Barack Obama waves and calls out to media as he and first lady Michelle Obama walk from the White House, Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, in Washington, to board Marine One, with their daughters Sasha and Malia, en route to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., and on to Martha's Vineyard for a family vacation.

Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross says

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:47:00 +0200wqad (en)

LIVINGSTON PARISH, Louisiana (CNN) -- The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United States since Hurricane Sandy four years ago, the Red Cross said. "Thousands of people in Louisiana have lost everything they own and need our help now," said Brad....

NASA sees formation of Atlantic Ocean's Tropical Storm Fiona

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:45:00 +0200phys (en)

NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite captured this visible image of Tropical Storm Fiona in the eastern Atlantic Ocean on Aug. 17 at 11:24 a.m. EDT (15:24 UTC). Credit: NASAGoddard MODIS Rapid Response Team. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed over Tropical Storm Fiona as it developed in the....

Obama likely won't end vacation to survey floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:44:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

President Barack Obama waves and calls out to media as he and first lady Michelle Obama walk from the White House, Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, in Washington, to board Marine One, with their daughters Sasha and Malia, en route to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., and on to Martha's Vineyard for a family vacation.

Obama unlikely to halt vacation to visit flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:44:00 +0200wncn (en)

EDGARTOWN, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama is unlikely to break from a New England vacation to survey flood damage in Louisiana, despite calls for him to visit and meet with responders and victims. The White House insists Obama is not indifferent to the suffering of thousands who were washed out....

New Plight for Louisiana Flood Victims: Find a Place to Live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:34:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:32:00 +0200newsok (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Typhoon Dianmu heads for southern China

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:30:00 +0200euronews-en (en)

Southern China is braced for rain and strong winds. Typhoon Dianmu is scheduled to make landfall in Guangdong Province on Thursday evening. A slow-moving storm Dianmu is a slow-moving storm and is not particularly strong. It is expected to cause heavy rainfall over parts of Guangdong, Hainan and Jiangxi provinces.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:29:00 +0200newsday-USA (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tropical storm Fiona remains weak as she heads to sea 2 HRS The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has changed little in organization

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:25:00 +0200news4jax (en)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has changed little in organziation and remains a weak tropical storm in the open Atlantic. Overnight, the storm's maximum sustained winds increased to near 45 mph. Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by....

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:24:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

It’s hurricane season, are you ready?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:12:00 +0200darientimes (en)

While hurricanes are generally uncommon, the devastation, destruction, and prolonged power outages caused by Hurricane Irene in 2011 and Hurricane Sandy in 2012 have caused Westonites to be on the alert and to take precautions in upcoming storm seasons.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:11:00 +0200AP (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. She doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

As people flee disasters, is this what climate change looks like?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:09:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

And it’s certainly not just here in the U.S.: In a dramatic wildfire evacuation, more than 80,000 people fled Fort McMurray, Canada, in April, terrorized by an early-season northern wildfire that grew to So is this what climate change looks like — more and more people displaced? “You’d find no....

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:03:00 +0200wsvn (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Hot, cloudy weather to continue

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:02:00 +0200shanghaidaily (en)

THE hot, cloudy weather should continue for another two days, but a cold front is expected to bring rain and cooler temperatures from Sunday, forecasters said yesterday. Today will be cloudy with intermittent showers in northern areas of the city in the afternoon, and the temperature should range between 28 and 36 degrees Celsius.

Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:51:00 +0200wkrn (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

The Latest: Days after floods, shelter population dropping

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:47:00 +0200newsok (en)

In this image made from video, Willie Brooks III says speaks about the grave of his grandmother and how it's gone due to flooding, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016, in Plainview Cemetery in Denham Springs, La. With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by deadly flooding, Louisiana could be looking at its....

Pastor calls hurricanes God's punishment of gays, home floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:34:00 +0200nydailynews (en)

The Louisiana residence of an anti-gay pastor has been flooded less than a year after he called a hurricane a message from God. Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, referred to the flood hitting his state as being "of near biblical proportions" on the lobby group's podcast.

Hurricane-Center 32 mins ago 10:51 a.m. Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intesnity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:31:00 +020013newsnow (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

Tropical Storm

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:24:00 +0200topix (en)

CBS - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storm's maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph .

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:18:00 +0200wfsb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

China: China, Vietnam, LAO PDR - Tropical Cyclone ELEVEN-16 (GDACS, NCHMF, JTWC, CMA, JMA, Media)(ECHO Daily Flash of 18 August 2016)

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:12:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

Tropical Cyclone ELEVEN-16 formed over the North West Pacific Ocean in the South China Sea approx. 120 km south of the coast of Guandong province (China) on 17 August. It then started moving west as Tropical Storm.It is expected to make landfall on 18 August at 8.00 UTC near Yinglizhen city (Guangdong province) with a max.

Louisiana flood: Worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross says

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:12:00 +0200cnn (en)

On Thursday, some residents returned to where their houses once stood, only to find their belongings soaked and destroyed. Heaps of drenched furniture, mattresses and toys were piled up on drenched lawns as owners struggled to find anything salvageable.

Louisiana flood survivors say, ‘Thank you, Mississippi Coast’

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:11:00 +0200sunherald (en)

The timing was perfect. Three 18-wheelers, two trailers and vans loaded with cleanup supplies collected through One Coast/One Relief arrived in Baton Rouge on Wednesday morning — just as flood waters receded from highways and residents were able to start drying out their houses.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:57:00 +0200kptv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:57:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:57:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:56:00 +0200krmg (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:56:00 +0200wivb (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:54:00 +0200newson6 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:54:00 +0200usnews (en)

In this Tuesday, Aug., 16, 2016, photo, Bayou View Elementary School second grader Ethan Borderon, 8, and other classmates load cleaning supplies at the Gulfport, Miss., school for flood victims in Louisiana. The city of Gulfport collected three truck loads of supplies and delivered them on Wednesday.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:52:00 +0200news9 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

25 years after Hurricane Bob

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:51:00 +0200wcvb (en)

Hurricane Bob barreled its way along the Eastern Seaboard 25 years ago, killing more than a dozen people, destroying homes, cutting power and ravaging the coastlines of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Bob formed just east of the Bahamas on Aug. 16, 1991, StormTeam 5 meteorologist Harvey Leonard said.

Typhoon Dianmu hits southern China

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:49:00 +0200sinacom (en)

GUANGZHOU， Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu landed in south China's Guangdong Province on Thursday afternoon， bringing torrential rain to much of the region. This year's eighth typhoon landed in Dongli Township in the city of Leizhou at 3:40 p.m. on Thursday and is expected to bring heavy....

Louisiana floods: Lady Gaga joins celebrity efforts to help victims of natural disaster

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:49:00 +0200ibtimes-uk (en)

As recovery operations continue in southern Louisiana, Lady Gaga has announced plans to donate to the flood relief effort. At least 11 people were killed after torrential downpour caused massive flooding in the US state. At least 40,000 homes were impacted by the 1,000-year event which saw have been two feet of rain over three days.

Road Repairs To Boost East Coast Farming

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:41:00 +0200thevoiceslu (en)

FARMERS of Bois Cannon in Micoud, Compere in Dennery and Morne Cayenne in Vieux Fort will soon have better vehicular access to their farms and should able to fully restore their livelihoods within the next few months. Rehabilitation work on agricultural feeder roads in these farming communities is....

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:39:00 +0200wafb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:38:00 +0200tristateupdate (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:37:00 +0200news-herald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. >> Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:36:00 +0200wxow (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:34:00 +0200aikenstandard (en)

MIAMI — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

TROPICAL STORM FIONA ADVISORY NUMBER 7

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:33:00 +0200thedailyherald (en)

NWS NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER MIAMI FL AL062016. 1100 AM AST THU AUG 18 2016. ...FIONA MAINTAINING ITS INTENSITY OVER THE CENTRAL TROPICAL ATLANTIC... SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION LOCATION...16.4N 40.5W ABOUT 1095 MI...1760 KM W OF THE CABO VERDE ISLANDS MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...45 MPH.

New Plight for Louisiana Flood Victims: Find a Place to Live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:32:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Tropical Storm Fiona expected to weaken over weekend

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:26:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona maintained maximum winds of 45 miles per hour Thursday morning but was expected to weaken over the weekend. The storm, located about 2,300 miles southwest of Fort Lauderdale, was moving west-northwest at 8 miles per hour, according to the 11 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center.

Pastor Who Believes God Punishes Gays for Their Sins With Floods Has Home Destroyed by Flood

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:24:00 +0200alternet (en)

In an epic display of karmic retribution, Family Research Council president Tony Perkins, who once claimed Hurricane Joaquin was punishment from god for the Supreme Court’s decision to legalize gay marriage, witnessed lord almighty’s wrath firsthand this week when his southern Louisiana home was destroyed by flood waters.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:24:00 +0200kiro7 (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:23:00 +0200therepublic (en)

MIAMI The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:22:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

New plight for Louisiana flood victims: Find a place to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:20:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Tropical Storm Fiona strengthens in Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:19:00 +0200nola (en)

has strengthened slightly in the Atlantic Ocean but still poses no threat to land, forecasters with the National Hurricane Center said Thursday morning (Aug. 18). Fiona is about 1080 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands and is moving west-northwest at 16 mph.

Needed in Louisiana as flood waters ebb: 40,000 new homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:12:00 +0200csmonitor (en)

As the flood water in Louisiana begins to recede, the true extend of the damage caused by rain storms that dumped more than two feet of water on Baton Rouge and Lafayette in just two days is becoming clear. With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by the deluge, thousands of people have been displaced....

Fiona packing 45 mph winds, no threat to Florida

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:09:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

ORLANDO -- Tropical Storm Fiona, which is the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season after forming Wednesday afternoon, continues to quickly move west-northwest in the central Atlantic Ocean. Fiona is the 6th named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season; The storm is well east....

Tropical Storm Fiona maintaining intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:03:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

MIAMI The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona Maintaining Intensity in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:02:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is maintaining its intensity as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by gradual weakening over the weekend.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:53:00 +0200wyff4 (en)

They're known as the "Cajun Navy," and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

What's Causing Louisiana's Historic Flooding?

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:52:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

Tremendous downpours have inundated parts of Louisiana over the last few days, resulting in disastrous flooding and forcing thousands of people from their homes. But what's causing this historic flooding in areas that rarely receive such significant rainfall days? An "inland sheared tropical....

They moved to higher ground after Hurricane Katrina, then they flooded again: Video

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:49:00 +0200nola (en)

Julie and Earl Hebert lost their home in Chalmette in the flooding after Hurricane Katrina. So they moved to Denham Springs. This week the couple once again is cleaning out a flooded house. In this video, they share some tips for staying strong in the face of a overwhelming disaster.

Fiona strengthens over Atlantic but poses no threat to land

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:47:00 +0200tribune242 (en)

THE US National Hurricane Center (NHC) says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early on Thursday have increased to near 45mph and additional strengthening is possible later followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Typhon Dianmu: la ville chinoise d'Haikou sous les eaux

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:35:00 +0200TF1 (fr)

Déclenchées par le typhon Dianmu, des pluies torrentielles s'abattent actuellement sur la ville d'Haikou, dans le sud de la Chine. Conséquence, les rues sont inondées et au moins 17 vols ont été annulés. Plus de 200 travailleurs s'évertuent à pomper l'eau. Selon le département du tourisme local, huit zones touristiques ont été fermées au public.

This Hurricane Season Still Set To Be Strongest Since 2012

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:33:00 +0200caribbean360 (en)

FLORIDA, United States, Thursday August 11, 2016 –The storms this hurricane season have been few in far between. But forecasters say the 2016 season is still expected to be the most active since 2012. In its updated 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric....

China on higher alert for typhoon-triggered waves

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:29:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

Cars drive on a road in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, Aug. 18, 2016. Hainan was affected by typhoon "Dianmu", the eighth of the season, with many regions greeting heavy rainfall. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu) BEIJING, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- China's National Marine Environmental Forecasting....

Louisiana floods set stage for insurance fight

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:25:00 +0200politico (en)

With help from Elana Schor, Alex Guillén and Esther Whieldon. LOUISIANA DELUGE ABOUT TO SWAMP FEDERAL COFFERS: Residents of Baton Rouge, La., are just beginning to assess the massive damage wrought by record floodwaters that claimed at least 11 lives and damaged about 40,000 homes.

Louisiana floods destroy home of Christian leader who blamed natural disasters on gay people

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:18:00 +0200ibtimes-uk (en)

A Christian campaigner who said natural disasters were God's punishment for an increasingly gay-friendly world has seen his home destroyed by a flood. Tony Perkins, the president of Christian lobbyist group Family Research Council, saw his house in Louisiana submerged under water during floods that....

US Pastor who believes gay marriage 'causes storms' is flooded out of home

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:15:00 +0200itv (en)

A US pastor who believes natural disasters are a "sign of God's wrath" to punish gay people has been flooded out of his home. Tony Perkins made headlines last year after saying Hurricane Joaquin was caused by abortion and the legalisation of gay marriage. The hurricane caused extensive damage on the east coast of America in 2015.

How to help kids be resilient after floods, fire

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:04:00 +0200abcactionnews (en)

Louisiana’s historic floods have killed at least eight people . As many as 20,000 others have been rescued and thousands have been forced into shelters. Disasters, whether natural, like hurricanes and floods, or man-made, like wars, can cause tremendous upheaval in people’s lives.

Tropical Storm Fiona Is Getting Stronger in the Atlantic Ocean

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:04:00 +0200theepochtimes (en)

MIAMI—The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:03:00 +0200accesswdun (en)

MIAMI (AP) The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Watch Out, Bermuda…Fiona May Come Your Way

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:03:00 +0200caribbean360 (en)

FLORIDA, United States, Thursday August 18, 2016 – Tropical Storm Fiona formed late yesterday to become the sixth storm of the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season. And while it still poses no threat to land at the moment, forecasters say Bermuda may have to keep an eye on it.

Louisiana Assesses Flood Damage As Residents Return To Soaked Homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:03:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

GONZALES, La., Aug 17 (Reuters) - Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water. “We’ve got to pull out the wood, pull out the vinyl. But first we gotta get the water out,” said Allen, 66.

World: Preliminary sigma estimates for first-half 2016: natural catastrophes drive global insured losses to USD 31 billion

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:03:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

Total economic losses from disaster events in H1 2016 rise by 38% to USD 71 billion, primarily due to natural catastrophe; Insured losses from both natural and man-made catastrophes rise by 51% to USD 31 billion in H1 2016; Earthquakes in Japan , thunderstorms in the US and Europe, and wildfires in....

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:02:00 +0200AP (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tampa, FL

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:02:00 +0200patch (en)

The Center has received a contract to provide cell production for scientific research with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Breaking: As Tropical Storm Fiona moves northwest in the Atlantic, another disturbance is now under watch by the National Hurricane Center. Breaking: Two Tampa men were shot in a car on St.

13 dead from historic Louisiana floods

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:01:00 +0200msnbc (en)

Death toll rises to 13 from historic Louisiana floods. 13 people are now confirmed dead from what officials are calling the most destructive natural disaster since Hurricane Sandy. Many residents and local media outlets are calling on President Obama to recognize the situation. NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reports Duration: {{video.

How to help kids be resilient after floods, fire

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:57:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

Louisiana’s historic floods have killed at least eight people . As many as 20,000 others have been rescued and thousands have been forced into shelters. Disasters, whether natural, like hurricanes and floods, or man-made, like wars, can cause tremendous upheaval in people’s lives.

How to help kids be resilient after floods, fire

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:46:00 +0200wkbw (en)

Louisiana’s historic floods have killed at least eight people . As many as 20,000 others have been rescued and thousands have been forced into shelters. Disasters, whether natural, like hurricanes and floods, or man-made, like wars, can cause tremendous upheaval in people’s lives.

China on higher alert for typhoon-triggered waves

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:26:00 +0200peopledaily (en)

BEIJING, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- China's National Marine Environmental Forecasting Center (NMEFC) upgraded its warning for ocean waves triggered by Typhoon Dianmu to a yellow alert on Thursday, the third level on a four-color warning system. Waves reaching a height of 6 meters will hit northern and....

South China's Hainan affected by typhoon "Dianmu"

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:26:00 +0200peopledaily (en)

Cars drive on a road in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, Aug. 18, 2016. Hainan was affected by typhoon "Dianmu", the eighth of the season, with many regions greeting heavy rainfall. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu) (For the latest China news, Please follow People's Daily on and ....

Weather 4 hour ago 3:08 a.m. Tropical Storm Fiona churns in the Open Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:25:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

MIAMITropical Storm Fiona continues to churn in the open Atlantic with tropical storm force winds and is expected to streghthen over the next two days with less shear in place. Wind speeds are at 40 mph with higher gusts as it moves west-northwest. Models are in good agreement with keeping Fiona out....

47 years ago today, Hurricane Camille changed everything

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:16:00 +0200nola (en)

As tens of thousands of Louisiana residents begin the process of starting their lives over following the devastation of the Louisiana Flood of 2016 , a familiar name is cropping up this week: Hurricane Camille. It was in the early-morning hours on this date some 47 years ago -- on Aug.

Vietnam braced for more flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:52:00 +0200aljazeera-en (en)

A tropical depression is heading towards Vietnam, threatening flooding and landslides. The storm, named Dianmu, developed within a large weather system that has been plaguing southern China in recent days. The rain has already triggered flooding in parts of southern China and, for some waterlogged....

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:52:00 +0200tampabay (en)

Taylor probably could stay with relatives in White Castle, a town about 30 miles west of Louisiana's capital city, but three of her kids are enrolled in Baton Rouge schools that could reopen next week. "This is where I live. I need to be home," she said.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:50:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) -- Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Louisiana assesses flood damage as residents return to wet ...

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:40:00 +0200trust (en)

Red Cross has called floods the worst disaster in the United States since Super Storm Sandy hit East Coast in 2012. By Sam Karlin. GONZALES, La., Aug 17 (Reuters) - Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:34:00 +0200wcvb (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

US pastor, who believes floods are God's punishment, flees flooded home

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:23:00 +0200bbc (en)

US pastor Tony Perkins, who believes natural disasters are sent by God to punish gay people, has fled his flooded home in Louisiana. In 2015 he caused controversy when he agreed with a statement that natural disasters are sent by God as punishment for abortion and gay marriage.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger, but still unlikely to threaten land (w/tracking map)

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:22:00 +0200tampabay (en)

MIAMI — The U.S. National Hurricane Center said Tropical Storm Fiona was getting a little stronger Thursday morning as it moved across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday increased to near 45 mph. Additional strengthening was possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:19:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Typhoon Dianmu hits southern China

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:12:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

Cars drive on a road in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, Aug. 18, 2016. Hainan was affected by typhoon "Dianmu", the eighth of the season, with many regions greeting heavy rainfall. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu) GUANGZHOU, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu landed in Dongli Township, city of....

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:04:00 +0200wbrc (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona a bit stronger in central Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:52:00 +0200al (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona had winds of 45 mph on Thursday morning as it moved northwestward in the central Atlantic. Most computer models keep the storm away from land. (National Hurricane Center) Tropical Storm Fiona strengthened just a bit Thursday morning in the central Atlantic as it continued on a path to the northwest.

Tropical Storm Fiona a little stronger

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:51:00 +0200wesh (en)

>>Download the WESH 2 Hurricane Tracker app for and As of 5 a.m. Thursday, Fiona was about 1,080 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands, carrying maximum sustained winds of 45 mph and moving west-northwest at 16 mph. Forecasters said strengthening is possible Thursday, followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

La. flooding victims struggling to find homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:47:00 +0200abcactionnews (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

La. flooding victims struggling to find homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:44:00 +0200wkbw (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Louisiana Flood Victims Struggle to Find a Place to Shelter

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:43:00 +0200time (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:39:00 +0200fox10tv (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

La. flooding leaves homes ruined, thousands in shelters

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:36:00 +0200CBSnews (en)

August 18, 2016, 7:14 AM Historic flooding in Louisiana could lead to the state's biggest housing crisis since Hurricane Katrina. The disaster has led to at least 13 deaths. Tens of thousands of homes are affected, forcing many people stay in shelters.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:29:00 +0200newsok (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:19:00 +0200statesman (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

High today climbing to near 89

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:18:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

ADVISORIES. 6:37 a.m.: Isolated showers and lightning storms over the Atlantic will push toward the west at 10 to 15 mph. A few showers may push onshore and produce a brief downpour south of Cape Canaveral this morning. Most locations will remain dry. The east coast sea breeze will push inland this....

Vietnam braces for more flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:16:00 +0200aljazeera-en (en)

A tropical depression is heading towards Vietnam, threatening flooding and landslides. The storm, named Dianmu, developed within a large weather system that has been plaguing southern China in recent days. The rain has already triggered flooding in parts of southern China and, for some waterlogged....

La. flooding victims struggling to find homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:08:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Pour limiter les dégâts du typhon Dianmu

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:07:00 +0200vietnamplus-fr (fr)

Hanoi (VNA) – Une visioconférence sur la réalisation des préparatifs pour faire face au typhon Dianmu a eu lieu jeudi matin, sous l’égide du vice-Premier ministre Trinh Dinh Dung. Le vice-Premier ministre Trinh Dinh Dung a demandé de mettre tout en oeuvre pour ​limiter les dégâts de ce typhon.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:03:00 +0200wwlp (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:02:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

: Accepting donations via text, web, telephone Call 1-800-REDCROSS or text LAFLOODS to 90999 to donate $10 Taylor probably could stay with relatives in White Castle, a town about 30 miles west of Louisiana's capital city, but three of her kids are enrolled in Baton Rouge schools that could reopen next week.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:53:00 +0200usnews (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:46:00 +0200sunherald (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Louisiana Flooding Victims Now Struggling With Where to Live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:45:00 +0200theepochtimes (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La.—Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:44:00 +0200nzherald (en)

MIAMI (AP) " The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:42:00 +0200nigeriaonline (en)

Taylor probably could stay with relatives in White Castle, a town about 30 miles west of Louisiana’s capital city, but three of her kids are enrolled in Baton Rouge schools that could reopen next week. “This is where I live. I need to be home,” she said.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:41:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:38:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

Sioux City, IA (51101) Today. Mostly sunny. High around 95F. Winds SSE at 15 to 25 mph.. Tonight. Some clouds. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 69F. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph. Updated: August 18, 2016 @ 4:52 am; MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona....

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:37:00 +0200news9 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:34:00 +0200kptv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:33:00 +0200wxow (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:31:00 +0200tristateupdate (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:27:00 +0200krmg (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

National Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:26:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:23:00 +0200wafb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:20:00 +0200newson6 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:19:00 +0200eastoregonian (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:18:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:15:00 +0200wfsb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:09:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:09:00 +0200wncn (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:09:00 +0200wncn (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 12:06:00 +0200kiro7 (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

AP Top Health News at 5:51 a.m. EDT

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:59:00 +0200wwlp (en)

Critics: UK plan to cut child obesity lacks muscle MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The Thursday night’s game will be on The CW Springfield due to NBC’s coverage of the Olympics.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:59:00 +0200wwlp (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:58:00 +0200charlotteobserver (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:58:00 +0200wbtv (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Louisiana Flooding Victims Now Struggling With Where to Live

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:56:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Tropical Storm Fiona Getting Stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:56:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Jeh Johnson to Survey Louisiana Flooding Response

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:49:00 +0200voanews (en)

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson is due to survey recovery efforts in the southern state of Louisiana Thursday where unprecedented flooding has left at least 13 people dead. The floods around Baton Rouge came from record-breaking rains of more than 75 centimeters that began last week. An estimated 40,000 homes have been damaged.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:48:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:41:00 +0200seattletimes (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:41:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Tropical Storm Fiona getting stronger in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:39:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona is getting a little stronger as it moves across the Atlantic. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Thursday have increased to near 45 mph (75 kph). Additional strengthening is possible Thursday followed by slow weakening by the weekend.

Typhoon Dianmu makes landfall in south China

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:38:00 +0200peopledaily (en)

GUANGZHOU, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu landed at Dongli Township in the city of Leizhou, south China's Guangdong Province, at 3:40 p.m. Thursday. The typhoon, packing winds up to 20 meters per second, is moving westward at a speed of 20 kilometers per hour.

Rebuilding after Typhoon Haiyan

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:34:00 +0200trust (en)

* Any views expressed in this article are those of the author and not of Thomson Reuters Foundation. "While we can’t stop the next disaster from happening, we can help people prepare for it." The beautiful coastline and dramatic views of Panay Island mask the cataclysmic damage caused by Typhoon Haiyan to the Philippines less than three years ago.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in the mid-Atlantic; no immediate threat to land

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:23:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona formed Wednesday in the mid-Atlantic, on a path that left unclear its threat to land. At 5 a.m. Thursday Fiona had maximum sustained winds of 45 mph as it was moving toward the northwest at 16 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:11:00 +0200wate (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Typhoon Dianmu to land in China's Guangdong

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:10:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

BEIJING, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu will hit southern China's coastal province of Guangdong Thursday evening, the National Meteorological Center forecast, issuing a blue alert. Dianmu, the eighth typhoon this year, is approaching Guangdong's Leizhou Peninsula at a speed of 15 km per hour.

Typhoon Dianmu makes landfall in south China

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:10:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

GUANGZHOU, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Dianmu landed at Dongli Township in the city of Leizhou, south China's Guangdong Province, at 3:40 p.m. Thursday. The typhoon, packing winds up to 20 meters per second, is moving westward at a speed of 20 kilometers per hour.

Climatologist says expect more named storms

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:09:00 +0200antiguaobserver (en)

Climatologist at the Antigua & Barbuda Meteorological Services Dale Destin said more named storms are expected than had been previously forecast, as the region enters the more active portion of the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Yesterday, Destin told OBSERVER media that the forecast has now been....

Typhoon Dianmu to land in China's Guangdong

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:52:00 +0200shanghaidaily (en)

TYPHOON Dianmu will hit southern China's coastal province of Guangdong Thursday evening, the National Meteorological Center forecast, issuing a blue alert. Dianmu, the eighth typhoon this year, is approaching Guangdong's Leizhou Peninsula at a speed of 15 km per hour.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:35:00 +0200timesfreepress (en)

Taylor probably could stay with relatives in White Castle, a town about 30 miles west of Louisiana's capital city, but three of her kids are enrolled in Baton Rouge schools that could reopen next week. "This is where I live. I need to be home," she said.

Weather warning for CNMI

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:28:00 +0200rnzi (en)

The Northern Marianas National Weather Service has issued a warning about an approaching tropical storm bearing down on Saipan and Tinan. Tropical depression 10W is expected to bring heavy rain and flash flooding through tonight and tomorrow. Winds of more than 60 kilometres an hour are expected and....

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:28:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:15:00 +0200wfsb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 10:14:00 +0200triblive (en)

Updated 1 hour ago DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:56:00 +0200wwlp (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

PHOTOS: Today is the 47th Anniversary of Hurricane Camille

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:55:00 +0200wbtv (en)

MISSISSIPPI (WDAM) - Wednesday marks the 47th anniversary of Hurricane Camille making landfall along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, devastating the coastline and the Pine Belt. Camille made landfall as a Category 5 hurricane just after 11 p.m. in Pass Christian with winds of 175 mph. Other estimates placed the winds near 190 mph with gusts of 230 mph.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:49:00 +0200wivb (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:46:00 +0200eastoregonian (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:42:00 +0200nzherald (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) " Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:39:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Northern Vietnam braces for another typhoon

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:36:00 +0200thanhniennews (en)

Nianmu, the third typhoon to hit the country this year, is expected to make landfall on Friday afternoon, the National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting said. Downpours of up to 500mm from August 18-20 may trigger flash floods and landslides across the region.

4 dead, 7 missing near Sa Pa in flashfloods triggered by Typhoon Nida

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:36:00 +0200thanhniennews (en)

At least four people were killed and seven others were injured in flash floods in Lao Cai Province due to heavy rains brought by Typhoon Nida. Nguyen Anh Tuan, director of the Lao Cai Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, said the province had incessant rains in the last four days, with Bat Xat District the worst hit.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:35:00 +0200daytondailynews (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:35:00 +0200news9 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:33:00 +0200seattletimes (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:30:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:30:00 +0200kptv (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:30:00 +0200statesman (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:30:00 +0200wxow (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:29:00 +0200tristateupdate (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:26:00 +0200charlotteobserver (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:25:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:24:00 +0200fox13memphis (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:23:00 +0200actionnewsjax (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:23:00 +0200krmg (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL. The Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:23:00 +0200wafb (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing Questions Come in Wake of Louisiana Flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:22:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:18:00 +0200newson6 (en)

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, MELINDA DESLATTE and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) - Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:17:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) -- Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:11:00 +0200startribune (en)

Purchase: Order Reprint DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn't know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Housing questions come in wake of Louisiana flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:08:00 +0200wncn (en)

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Keisha Taylor, a 37-year-old mother of four, has spent three nights in two different shelters since her family fled the flooding at their Baton Rouge apartment complex. And she doesn’t know how many more nights they will be sleeping on cots inside the downtown arena where hundreds sought shelter.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 08:16:00 +0200dailymail (en)

Fiona, the sixth tropical storm of the season, forms over central Atlantic Tropical Depression Six formed on Tuesday night and strengthened into Tropical Storm Fiona on Wednesday evening; The storm's maximum sustained winds on Wednesday were near 40mph; Depression was centered about 920 miles west....

Etats-Unis: grand nettoyage pour les habitants de la Louisiane suite aux inondations

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:39:00 +0200arcinfo (fr)

Les habitants des régions inondées plusieurs jours en Louisiane, dans le sud des Etats-Unis, ont commencé mercredi à découvrir l'ampleur des dégâts à la faveur d'une baisse du niveau des eaux. Ils se sont lancés dans un grand nettoyage. Les inondations dans le sud de cet Etat, causées par de fortes....

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in eastern Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:26:00 +0200courier-journal (en)

Forecasts through Monday show that the storm is projected to move west-northwest toward the central Atlantic Ocean, according to the hurricane center. It's too early to determine the storm's path after Monday. A tropical storm is the stage just before a hurricane develops.

Driven out: Housing crisis looms in flood-stricken Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:20:00 +0200messenger-inquirer (en)

David Key boats away from his flooded home after reviewing the damage in Prairieville, La., Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016. Key, an insurance adjuster, fled his home as the flood water was rising with his wife and three children and returned today to assess the damage. DENHAM SPRINGS, La.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in eastern Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:14:00 +0200postcrescent (en)

Forecasts through Monday show that the storm is projected to move west-northwest toward the central Atlantic Ocean, according to the hurricane center. It's too early to determine the storm's path after Monday. A tropical storm is the stage just before a hurricane develops.

Driven out: Housing crisis looms in flood-stricken La.

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:12:00 +0200vindy (en)

Associated Press. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by deadly flooding, Louisiana could be looking at its biggest housing crunch since the miserable, bumbling aftermath of Hurricane Katrina a decade ago. People whose homes were swamped by some of the heaviest rains Louisiana....

Tropical storm Fiona liitle change 1 HR 11 p.m. update: Fiona remains weak and a growing number of forecast models keep her weak

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:10:00 +0200news4jax (en)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - 11 p.m. update: Fiona remains weak and a growing number of forecast models keep her weak and/or dissipate her in about 4 days. The expectation is for Fiona to remain well out at sea, but a weaker storm may allow for her to get close enough to the U.S.

Préparatifs à l'approche du typhon Dianmu

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 06:31:00 +0200vietnamplus-fr (fr)

Hanoi (VNA) - Le ministre de l’Agriculture et du Développement rural Nguyen Xuan Cuong a demandé de mettre tout en oeuvre pour faire face au typhon Dianmu, notamment dans les provinces du Nord et du Centre septentrional. Lors d’une réunion tenue mercredi après-midi à Hanoi, le ministre Nguyen Xuan....

Out-of-control California wildfire forces ...

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 06:24:00 +0200watoday (en)

Hundreds of firefighters were battling a wildfire raging out of control in drought-stricken Southern California on Wednesday after flames forced more than 80,000 residents to flee and charred more than 12,140 hectares of heavy brush, officials said. The Bluecut Fire, which erupted on Tuesday morning....

Hurricane Relief Funds Coming In Slowly for Government

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 06:22:00 +0200channel5belize (en)

Aug 17, 2016 Hurricane Relief Funds Coming In Slowly for Government. Today marks the second week since Hurricane Earl ravaged parts of the Belize District. In the wake of the disaster, relief efforts have included generous donations from various organizations to the Belize Red Cross.

Un miniparc d’attraction pour les enfants de Lamardelle

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 06:21:00 +0200lenouvelliste (fr)

Pour bon nombre de visiteurs qui se rendent pour la première fois à Lamardelle, une localité de Galette Chambon, première section communale de Ganthier, la zone est dévastée sur le plan environnemental, la route est à peine carrossable sur plusieurs tronçons.

Out-of-control California wildfire forces evacuation of more than 80,000, while floodwaters ebb in Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 06:07:00 +0200theage (en)

Hundreds of firefighters were battling a wildfire raging out of control in drought-stricken Southern California on Wednesday after flames forced more than 80,000 residents to flee and charred more than 12,140 hectares of heavy brush, officials said. The Bluecut Fire, which erupted on Tuesday morning....

Residents hit hard by Louisiana flooding fear more destruction coming 33 Mins Just before dusk Wednesday, residents about 20 miles southeast of Baton Rouge loaded up on sandbags and prepped for the worst.

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:52:00 +0200click2houston (en)

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana - Just before dusk Wednesday, residents about 20 miles southeast of Baton Rouge loaded up on sandbags and prepped for the worst. “In the last 16 hours the water probably rose about 11 inches,” said Michael Melscheimer, who lives close to Dutch Town.

Faith, Hope, Charity serve as a reminder of Hurricane Camille’s wrath

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:50:00 +0200sunherald (en)

A handful of community leaders gathered Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery in Gulfport to remember the victims of Hurricane Camille. The 47th anniversary of the Aug. 17, 1969, hurricane was marked by the laying of wreaths at the graves of three women who remain unidentified to this day.

Louisiana residents line up as Coast flood-relief supplies arrive

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:50:00 +0200sunherald (en)

The timing was perfect. Three 18-wheelers, two trailers and vans loaded with cleanup supplies collected through One Coast/One Relief arrived in Baton Rouge on Wednesday morning — just as flood waters receded from highways and residents were able to start drying out their houses.

Tropical Storm Fiona Forms in Atlantic West of Cape Verde

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:44:00 +0200bloomberg (en)

Tropical Storm Fiona, which formed more than 900 miles west of the Cape Verde Islands, is forecast to track across the open Atlantic for at least the next five days, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said. Fiona, the sixth storm of 2016, had top winds of 40 miles (64 kilometers) per hour and was....

Tropical Storm Fiona Spins in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:41:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Tropical Depression Six developed enough thunderstorm activity on Wednesday afternoon to become Tropical Storm Fiona. Here is the latest status from the National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Fiona was located nearly 1,000 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands, as of Wednesday night. Fiona is moving toward the west-northwest around 16 mph.

Out-of-control California wildfire forces evacuation of more than 80,000

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:24:00 +0200watoday (en)

Hundreds of firefighters were battling a wildfire raging out of control in drought-stricken Southern California on Wednesday after flames forced more than 80,000 residents to flee and charred more than 12,140 hectares of heavy brush, officials said. The Bluecut Fire, which erupted on Tuesday morning....

Tropical Storm Fiona Forms in Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:15:00 +0200caldwells (en)

Breaking: As Tropical Storm Fiona moves northwest in the Atlantic, another disturbance is now under watch by the National Hurricane Center. TAMPA BAY, FL — Tropical Storm Fiona has officially become the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season.

Weather Tropical Depression Six likely to become Tropical Storm Fiona by late Wednesday Tropical Depression Six likely to become Tropical Storm Fiona by late Wednesday JACKSONVILLE, Fla—Tropical Depression Six continues to churn in the open Eastern Atlantic. Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph. Environmental conditions are expected to become more favorable for Tropical Storm development within the next 12 hours. Weather 10 hours ago

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:15:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

JACKSONVILLE, FlaTropical Depression Six continues to churn in the open Eastern Atlantic. Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph. Environmental conditions are expected to become more favorable for Tropical Storm development within the next 12 hours. It's likely not going to impact any land areas....

eNCA | Tropical Storm Fiona forms in Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:08:00 +0200enca (en)

MIAMI – Tropical Storm Fiona formed Wednesday afternoon in the middle of the tropical Atlantic Ocean, but forecasters said it poses no threat to coastal areas. The season's sixth tropical storm is moving northwest at around 16 miles per hour (26 kilometres per hour) with maximum sustained winds of....

Work underway to prevent flooding

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:05:00 +0200china (en)

As the seasonal typhoon threat level increases, Shanghai officials are stepping up efforts to prevent flooding. Shanghai Flood Control Headquarters officials have identified 56 neighborhoods, low-lying roads, Metro stations and dikes across the city that are vulnerable to flooding, said Wang Mengjiang, executive deputy director of the SFCH.

As US floods recede, new wildfires threaten thousands Louisiana residents begin a huge post-flood clean up as California's governor declares a state of emergency over the latest wildfires. The natural disasters follow what NASA says was the hottest month on record.

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:01:00 +0200deutschewelle-en (en)

California's latest wildfire mushroomed into an inferno covering more than 120 square kilometers (46 square miles) in just a day, the National Wildfire Coordinating Group said on Wednesday. The fast spread of the so-called "Blue Cut" fire led to a mandatory evacuation order for at least 82,000....

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in eastern Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 04:59:00 +0200khou (en)

ASBURY PARK N.J. The sixth named storm of Atlantic hurricane season, Fiona, developed late Wednesday afternoon in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. The storm doesn't pose a threat to land yet, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Hurricane Center in Miami. As of a 5 p.

Forecast 2 hour ago 7:30 p.m. Tracking the Tropics, Tropical Storm Fiona forms

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 04:54:00 +0200wtsp (en)

Showers and storms will return again, but an upper level low that is moving over the state today will bring cooler air aloft. That cooler air will cause a couple of the afternoon storms to be strong today with gusty winds and some small hail. Of course frequent lightning is possible. Rain chance today is 50% - 60%, highest south of I-4.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 04:42:00 +0200wyff4 (en)

They're known as the "Cajun Navy," and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Classes for kindergartens and special schools cancelled as Hong Kong Observatory issues No 3 typhoon signal

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 04:37:00 +0200scmp (en)

Hong Kong woke to pouring rain on Thursday, with a No 3 typhoon warning signal, which is expected to be lowered to a No 1 warning before noon. All kindergartens with morning or whole-day sessions and schools for children with physical or intellectual disability are suspended for the day, the government has announced.

Housing crisis looms after Louisiana flooding; death toll now at 13

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 04:07:00 +0200baltimoresun (en)

With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by deadly flooding, Louisiana could be looking at its biggest housing crunch since the miserable, bumbling aftermath of Hurricane Katrina a decade ago. People whose homes were swamped by some of the heaviest rains Louisiana has ever seen are staying in....

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in eastern Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 03:27:00 +0200azcentral (en)

Forecasts through Monday show that the storm is projected to move west-northwest toward the central Atlantic Ocean, according to the hurricane center. It's too early to determine the storm's path after Monday. A tropical storm is the stage just before a hurricane develops.

Hoosier volunteers heading south to help Louisiana flood victims

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 03:24:00 +0200wishtv (en)

More than 30,000 people have been rescued and at least 70,000 have registered for federal disaster assistance. About 6,000 residents remain in shelters. Those victims are getting help from American Red Cross volunteers from across the country, including here in Indiana.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 03:02:00 +0200fox5atlanta (en)

MIAMI (AP) The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Flooding Compounds Pain of Tragic Summer in Baton Rouge

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:59:00 +0200nytimes (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. — Few can appreciate the scale of devastation and loss here quite like the tow truck driver. Since before dawn, Terrance Carter was up, first getting a flooded Cadillac out of Zachary, a town where more than two feet of rain had fallen in 72 hours.

Louisiana assesses flood damage as residents return to soaked homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:53:00 +0200trust (en)

By Sam Karlin. GONZALES, La., Aug 17 (Reuters) - Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water. "We've got to pull out the wood, pull out the vinyl. But first we gotta get the water out," said Allen, 66.

Louisiana assesses flood damage as residents return to soaked homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:44:00 +0200reuters-in (en)

GONZALES, La. Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water. "We've got to pull out the wood, pull out the vinyl. But first we gotta get the water out," said Allen, 66. "This has never happened before.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in eastern Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:40:00 +0200usaToday (en)

Forecasts through Monday show that the storm is projected to move west-northwest toward the central Atlantic Ocean, according to the hurricane center. It's too early to determine the storm's path after Monday. A tropical storm is the stage just before a hurricane develops.

Louisiana assesses flood damage as residents return to soaked homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:34:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Sam Karlin. GONZALES, La. (Reuters) - Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water. "We've got to pull out the wood, pull out the vinyl. But first we gotta get the water out," said Allen, 66.

Louisiana assesses flood damage as residents return to soaked homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:31:00 +0200reuters (en)

GONZALES, La. Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water. "We've got to pull out the wood, pull out the vinyl. But first we gotta get the water out," said Allen, 66. "This has never happened before.

Hurricane investigating vandalism in school, park

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:25:00 +0200sltrib (en)

Vandals spray-painted obscenities at a Hurricane school and park early this week. Officers discovered the graffiti at Hurricane Middle School (395 N. 200 West) and Hall Park (397 N. 200 West) on Tuesday, according to a news release from Hurricane police.

Death toll rises, housing crisis looms in flooded Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:22:00 +0200CBSnews (en)

The state says five people have died in East Baton Rouge Parish, three in Tangipahoa Parish, two in St. Helena Parish, two in Livingston Parish and one in Rapides Parish from the storms and their aftermath. With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by deadly flooding, Louisiana could be looking at its....

Louisiana assesses flood damage as residents return to soaked homes

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 02:01:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Sam Karlin. GONZALES, La. (Reuters) - Ron Allen set out electric fans at his rental property in southeastern Louisiana on Wednesday, hoping to dry floors that had been swamped by nearly a foot of water. "We've got to pull out the wood, pull out the vinyl. But first we gotta get the water out," said Allen, 66.

17-year-old charged as adult in stabbing death of girl

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 01:25:00 +0200wbrc (en)

PICO RIVERA, Calif. (AP) - The ex-boyfriend of a 16-year-old girl who died in front of her mother last week has been charged as an adult with murder in her stabbing death. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office says Rory Murga was charged Wednesday in his ex-girlfriend's death.

Tropical storm Fiona has formed 2 HRS It's official the National Hurricane Center has upgraded tropical depression 6 to tropical

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 01:07:00 +0200news4jax (en)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - It's official the National Hurricane Center has upgraded tropical depression 6 to tropical storm Fiona, with winds of 40 mph, the storm is thousands of miles away from Jacksonville and is unlikely to be a threat to the United States.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:34:00 +0200CBSnews (en)

MIAMI -- The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season’s sixth named storm. The storm’s maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Late Lodi Firefighter, 60, Was 'Always There When You Needed Him'

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:26:00 +0200dailyvoice-northernvalley (en)

LODI, N.J. -- Lodi firefighter Archie Dowson had a pact with longtime colleague and close friend William "Bill" Brownlee. "When I became chief, he was going to be my captain," Dowson said, while making funeral arrangements Wednesday. "Then I was going to nominate him as the next chief. "But God had other plans.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic - FOX NEWS WEATHER CENTER

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:23:00 +0200foxnews (en)

MIAMI – The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph. Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Late Lodi Firefighter, 60, Was 'Always There When You Needed Him'

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:16:00 +0200dailyvoice-northpassaic (en)

LODI, N.J. -- Lodi firefighter Archie Dowson had a pact with longtime colleague and close friend William "Bill" Brownlee. "When I became chief, he was going to be my captain," Dowson said, while making funeral arrangements Wednesday. "Then I was going to nominate him as the next chief. "But God had other plans.

Depression in central Atlantic grows into Tropical Storm Fiona (w/tracking map)

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:16:00 +0200tampabay (en)

MIAMI — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Late Lodi Firefighter, 60, Was 'Always There When You Needed Him'

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:15:00 +0200dailyvoice-southpassaic (en)

LODI, N.J. -- Lodi firefighter Archie Dowson had a pact with longtime colleague and close friend William "Bill" Brownlee. "When I became chief, he was going to be my captain," Dowson said, while making funeral arrangements Wednesday. "Then I was going to nominate him as the next chief. "But God had other plans.

Cuba Reports Tropical Storm Fiona Forms in the Atlantic

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:09:00 +0200havanatimes (en)

HAVANA TIMES — Tropical Storm Fiona formed this afternoon in the eastern Atlantic Ocean becoming the sixth such system of the hurricane season, which runs to the end of November, reported the Cuban Weather Service (Insmet). Thus far, the National Hurricane Center is projecting a path for Fiona that....

Driven out: Housing crisis looms in flood-stricken Louisiana

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:04:00 +0200usnews (en)

A growing pile of debris sits outside the flood-ravaged home of Carolyn and James Smith in Denham Springs, La. on Wednesday, Aug 17, 2016. Smith says she and four other adults will live for the time being in the travel trailer that one of her sons towed to the driveway after weekend flooding inundated the area.

Late Lodi Firefighter, 60, Was 'Always There When You Needed Him'

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:58:00 +0200dailyvoice-bergenfield (en)

LODI, N.J. -- Lodi firefighter Archie Dowson had a pact with longtime colleague and close friend William "Bill" Brownlee. "When I became chief, he was going to be my captain," Dowson said, while making funeral arrangements Wednesday. "Then I was going to nominate him as the next chief. "But God had other plans.

Fiona, 6th named storm of the season, forms in Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:53:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

ORLANDO -- Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, formed Wednesday afternoon over the central Atlantic Ocean. Fiona is the 6th named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season; The storm is well east of the state of Florida; The system is no direct threat to the Sunshine State.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:53:00 +0200wcvb (en)

The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in central Atlantic Ocean - NHC

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:50:00 +0200trust (en)

Aug 17 (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, has formed over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) said on Wednesday. The storm is located about 920 miles (1,480 km) west of Cabo Verde, with maximum sustained....

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:33:00 +0200baltimoresun (en)

Image courtesy of the National Huricane Center. The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:31:00 +0200wkbw (en)

Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Tropical Storm Fiona attained tropical storm status Wednesday afternoon over the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, packing top sustained winds of 40 MPH.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:30:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Tropical Storm Fiona 2016 forms in central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:29:00 +0200al (en)

Computer model tracks for Tropical Storm Fiona. (South Florida Water Management District) The National Hurricane Center named Tropical Storm Fiona on Wednesday afternoon while the small storm moved northwestward in the central Atlantic. As of 4 p.m. CDT, Tropical Storm Fiona was located about 920....

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in central Atlantic Ocean - NHC

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:29:00 +0200reuters (en)

Aug 17 Tropical Storm Fiona, the sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, has formed over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) said on Wednesday. The storm is located about 920 miles (1,480 km) west of Cabo Verde, with maximum sustained winds of 40 miles per hour (65 km/h), the NHC added.

Compact Tropical Storm Fiona forms in the Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:27:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

A compact tropical storm formed far in the Atlantic Wednesday afternoon. Named Fiona, the storm was located about 920 miles west of the Cape Verde Islands, still miles from land, making its way west at about 16 mph. Sustained winds reached 40 mph at 5 p.m. with tropical storm force winds extending about 25 miles.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:26:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms over central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:24:00 +0200nola (en)

MIAMI — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph. Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

Weather 20 mins ago 3:52 p.m. Tropical Storm Fiona forms in Atlantic Ocean

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:22:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

MIAMITropical Storm Fiona formed in the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday afternoon, the National Hurricane Center reported. Fiona is moving northwest at 16 mph, but is still far, far out in the Atlantic. It's expected to streghthen over the next two days. Wind speeds are at 40 mph with gusts sometimes higher, forecasters said.

Tropical storm Fiona becomes sixth named Atlantic storm

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:17:00 +0200foxcarolina (en)

(RNN) -Tropical Storm Fiona became the sixth named storm in the Atlantic Wednesday, according to the National Hurricane Center. Churning in the Atlantic Ocean about 920 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands off the coast of Africa. The storm is packing sustained winds of about 40 mph. It was moving west-northwest at 16 mph.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in the mid-Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:17:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

Depression off African coast strengthens into tropical storm. Tropical Storm Fiona formed Wednesday in the mid-Atlantic, on a path that left still unclear its threat to land. The storm's maximum sustained winds of 40 miles per hour put it just over the line to qualify as a tropical storm, although....

Tropical storm Fiona becomes sixth named Atlantic storm

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:17:00 +0200wsfa (en)

(RNN) -Tropical Storm Fiona became the sixth named storm in the Atlantic Wednesday, according to the National Hurricane Center. Churning in the Atlantic Ocean about 920 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands off the coast of Africa. The storm is packing sustained winds of about 40 mph. It was moving west-northwest at 16 mph.

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in Atlantic Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center said they expect Fiona to strengthen slightly in the next 48 hours.

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:16:00 +0200abcactionnews (en)

Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Tropical Storm Fiona attained tropical storm status Wednesday afternoon over the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, packing top sustained winds of 40 MPH.

L'eau reflue en Louisiane

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:15:00 +0200lematin-CH (fr)

Les habitants des régions inondées plusieurs jours en Louisiane, dans le sud des Etats-Unis, ont commencé mercredi à découvrir l'ampleur des dégâts à la faveur d'une baisse du niveau des eaux, et se sont lancés dans un grand nettoyage. Les inondations dans le sud de cet Etat, causées par de fortes....

Tropical Storm Fiona Forms Over Central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:14:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fiona has formed over the central Atlantic, becoming the season's sixth named storm. The storms maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 40 mph (65 kph). Fiona remains over open waters and is not currently a threat to land.

L'eau reflue en Louisiane

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:12:00 +020024heures (fr)

Les habitants des régions inondées plusieurs jours en Louisiane, dans le sud des Etats-Unis, ont commencé mercredi à découvrir l'ampleur des dégâts à la faveur d'une baisse du niveau des eaux, et se sont lancés dans un grand nettoyage. Les inondations dans le sud de cet Etat, causées par de fortes....

Tropical Storm Fiona forms in Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:12:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Tropical Storm Fiona attained tropical storm status Wednesday afternoon over the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, packing top sustained winds of 40 MPH.

L'eau reflue en Louisiane

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:08:00 +0200tdg (fr)

Les habitants des régions inondées plusieurs jours en Louisiane, dans le sud des Etats-Unis, ont commencé mercredi à découvrir l'ampleur des dégâts à la faveur d'une baisse du niveau des eaux, et se sont lancés dans un grand nettoyage. Les inondations dans le sud de cet Etat, causées par de fortes....

Tropical Storm Fiona Forms

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:04:00 +0200cbs12 (en)

CBS12 — The sixth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season has formed in the eastern Atlantic and its name is Fiona. According to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center, the storm has endured a slow but steady strengthening in the past 24 hours.

Tropical storm Fiona becomes sixth named Atlantic storm

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:02:00 +0200cbs46 (en)

(RNN) -Tropical Storm Fiona has became the sixth named storm in the Atlantic Wednesday, according to the National Hurricane Center. Churning in the Atlantic Ocean about 840 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands off the coast of Africa, Six was packing sustained winds of about 35 mph. It was moving west-northwest at 15 mph.

Inondations en Louisiane: les habitants découvrent les dégâts

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 22:38:00 +0200lapresse-CA (fr)

Les inondations dans le sud de cet État, causées par de fortes pluies orageuses tombées vendredi, ont fait au moins 11 morts et touché près de 40 000 habitations. «Lorsqu'il y a un simple orage, qui n'est pas une tempête tropicale, qui n'est pas un ouragan, souvent les gens sous-estiment les....

Belize: UNHCR distributes relief aid to Belize hurricane displaced

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 22:26:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

The UN Refugee Agency and its partners are to provide relief and reconstruction assistance to the victims of Hurricane Earl, including asylum-seekers from the Northern Triangle. By: Brooke Del Greco and Giulia Batistella. BELMOPAN, Belize – Jorge pulls the phone from his pocket and plays a brief....

Belize: UNICEF Belize Humanitarian Situation Report # 3, 16 August 2016

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 22:26:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

Highlights: UNICEF delivers 430 family hygiene kits and $35,000USD to the Government of Belize for humanitarian assistance. All shelters were closed on Friday, 12 August 2016 so there are no remaining people in shelters but many families are placed in temporary homes, rent free, for 2-3 months.

As US floods recede, new wildfires threaten thousands Louisiana residents begin a huge post-flood clean up as California's governor has declares a state of emergency over the latest wildfires. The natural disasters follow what NASA says was the hottest month on record.

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 22:11:00 +0200deutschewelle-en (en)

California's latest wildfire mushroomed into an inferno covering more than 120 square kilometers (46 square miles) in just a day, the National Wildfire Coordinating Group said on Wednesday. The fast spread of the so-called "Blue Cut" fire led to a mandatory evacuation order for at least 82,000....

Louisiana Flood of 2016: A needed ice cream break on a north Baton Rouge street

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 21:23:00 +0200nola (en)

Elton Clark drove slowly down Beech Drive in north Baton Rouge on Wednesday afternoon (Aug. 17), stopping just past Hurricane Creek. The familiar music from his ice cream truck, a fixture of hot summer days, mixed with the sound of moldy dressers and kitchen tables slamming down as flooded....

Louisiana flooding is the country's 'worst natural disaster' since Hurricane Sandy, Red Cross says

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 21:12:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office said in a statement posted on Facebook that between Monday night and Tuesday night, about 10 people had been arrested for looting in that parish. The tally included four men who the sheriff’s office said broke into a Dollar General store and stole $750 worth of supplies.

Boxing trainer leaves week before fight to help Baton Rouge flood victims

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:53:00 +0200nola (en)

Boxing trainer Chaz Aguilar knew that his friend Fred Kassi needed his help a week before one of the biggest boxing matches of his career, but he knew people in Baton Rouge needed his help a little more. Aguilar, an avid hunter and fisherman during his spare time, saw some of the images and stories....

Skywalker files counterclaim against Imperial Pacific/ Best Sunshine

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:46:00 +0200marianasvariety (en)

SKYWALKER Communications Group, LLC has denied the allegations of Imperial Pacific International (CNMI) LLC which sued Skywalker for rendering unsatisfactory work. Skywalker, through its counsel Robert T. Torres, is asking the court to award them judgment over and against Best Sunshine International....

Out-of-control California wildfire forces evacuation of more than 80, 000, while floodwaters ebb in Louisiana

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:31:00 +0200brisbanetimes (en)

"There's smoke of every colour imaginable," San Bernardino Second District Supervisor Janice Rutherford, who represents the area, said by phone from her office about 32 kilometres from the fire. "We can't see the flames because it's on the other side of the pass." Fifteen seconds later, flames began cresting the ridge.

Adorable dancing boy 'videos bombs' oblivious TV news reporter with these incredible moves

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:21:00 +0200themirror (en)

A cheeky youngster took over a TV news report after busting out some incredible moves behind this completely oblivious presenter. WAFB's Justin Jaggers was reporting on the devastating floods that have killed 11 people and destroyed 40,000 homes in America's Louisiana when the boy appeared behind him.

Out-of-control California wildfire forces ...

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:20:00 +0200watoday (en)

Hundreds of firefighters were battling a wildfire raging out of control in drought-stricken Southern California on Wednesday after flames forced more than 80,000 residents to flee and charred more than 12,140 hectares of heavy brush, officials said. The Bluecut Fire, which erupted on Tuesday morning....

Haiti: Simex-cyclone : Renforcer les capacités de réponse d’Haïti face aux intempéries

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:18:00 +0200reliefWeb (fr)

Le Ministère de l’intérieur et des collectivités territoriales (MICT) avec l’appui technique du Programme des Nations Unies pour le développement (PNUD), a organisé les 9 et 10 août 2016 un exercice de simulation-cyclone qui a été mis en œuvre principalement sur trois départements du pays (Sud, Grand-Anse, Ouest).

Go To Ohio Patch

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:17:00 +0200patch (en)

Donald Trump has plans to institute an ideological test for immigrants to assess whether or not they believe in "American values." Lakewood grad, Zach Larney, was assaulted in Downtown Cleveland on Sunday and sustained serious injuries, there are several ways to help.

Out-of-control California wildfire forces evacuation of more than 80, 000, while floodwaters ebb in Louisiana

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 20:16:00 +0200smh (en)

Hundreds of firefighters were battling a wildfire raging out of control in drought-stricken Southern California on Wednesday after flames forced more than 80,000 residents to flee and charred more than 12,140 hectares of heavy brush, officials said. The Bluecut Fire, which erupted on Tuesday morning....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 19:56:00 +0200wbrc (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected, and forecasters say the depression....

Out-of-control California wildfire forces evacuation of more than 80, 000, while floodwaters ebb in Louisiana

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 19:54:00 +0200theage (en)

Hundreds of firefighters were battling a wildfire raging out of control in drought-stricken Southern California on Wednesday after flames forced more than 80,000 residents to flee and charred more than 12,140 hectares of heavy brush, officials said. The Bluecut Fire, which erupted on Tuesday morning....

List: Worst fires in US history The Blue Cut wildfire is tearing through Southern California. Here are some of the other major fires to hit the United States.

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 19:27:00 +0200abcactionnews (en)

A man on a rooftop looks at approaching flames as the Springs fire continues to grow on May 3, 2013 near Camarillo, California. The wildfire has spread to more than 18,000 acres on day two and is 20 percent contained. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images) Southern California is being hit by a major....

List: Worst fires in US history

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 19:23:00 +0200wkbw (en)

A man on a rooftop looks at approaching flames as the Springs fire continues to grow on May 3, 2013 near Camarillo, California. The wildfire has spread to more than 18,000 acres on day two and is 20 percent contained. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images) Southern California is being hit by a major....

New Study by U.S. Lawmakers Reveals Key Factors in Top-Performing Schools / High-Standard Curriculum and Professional Conditions for Teachers Significantly Positively Impact Student Development at Diamond Ranch Academy

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 19:17:00 +0200finanznachrichten-en (en)

HURRICANE, UT -- (Marketwired) -- 08/17/16 -- This month, a bipartisan group of state lawmakers from across the country released a two-year study on the top-performing education systems from around the globe to identify areas where American schools could improve to benefit students.

Blue fire, gray sands and lots of smoke

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:59:00 +0200taipeitimes (en)

I’m supposed to be climbing a volcano somewhere in the Indonesian wilderness right now, but instead I’m guiding two Indonesian dermatologists up the steep hills of the Mid-levels area on Hong Kong in search of the city’s oldest mosque. Unable to use the escalator system to ascend the hill because of....

Grim views emerge as Louisiana flooding recedes

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:59:00 +0200taipeitimes (en)

Kathryn Morgan, 18, stood on the shore of the neighborhood, waiting for a boat and taking stock. Home, truck, school, workplace, her friends’ homes: all gone, flooded out. There was less certainty about the fate of her dog, left days ago with some food in a portable kennel; or the bassinet and piles....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:57:00 +0200wsvn (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected, and forecasters say the depression....

Work underway to prevent flooding

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:55:00 +0200shanghaidaily (en)

AS the seasonal typhoon threat level increases, Shanghai officials are stepping up efforts to prevent flooding. Shanghai Flood Control Headquarters officials have identified 56 neighborhoods, low-lying roads, Metro stations and dikes across the city that are vulnerable to flooding, said Wang Mengjiang, executive deputy director of the SFCH.

List: Worst fires in US history

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:54:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

A man on a rooftop looks at approaching flames as the Springs fire continues to grow on May 3, 2013 near Camarillo, California. The wildfire has spread to more than 18,000 acres on day two and is 20 percent contained. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images) Southern California is being hit by a major....

As Looting In Louisiana Post-Flood Continues, Baton Rouge Mayor Sets Curfew

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:50:00 +0200ibtimes-mx (en)

Louisiana is reeling from this week's devastating flooding that swept parts of the state as the number of missing and displaced people continues to rise. As reports of looting surface, Baton Rouge Parish officials have established a curfew from the hours of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., which began Tuesday evening.

Nation-Now Louisiana's ‘Cajun Navy' sets sail in fishing boats to rescue flood victims

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:43:00 +020013newsnow (en)

The devastation of Louisiana's record flooding became real for Timmy Toups on Saturday as he scrolled through his Facebook feed. Toups, an electrician living south of New Orleans, realized this wasn’t like Hurricane Katrina. These folks didn’t know to evacuate. “These people don’t flood,” Toups said.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:27:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected, and forecasters say the depression....

UNHCR distributes relief aid to Belize hurricane displaced

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:25:00 +0200unhcr-org (en)

BELMOPAN, Belize - Jorge pulls the phone from his pocket and plays a brief video showing flooded marshland and the barely-visible rooftop of his home in the distance, all but submerged under the surrounding expanse of water. “It’s all gone,” he says, staring blankly at the others who had gathered at....

Duck flies in a Tornado, for RAF Marham’s centenary

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:17:00 +0200edp24 (en)

He made his first flight in a Tornado from the west Norfolk airbase on the occasion of the rehearsal for the Queen`s Birthday flypast. He was then posted to RAF Coningsby where he was due to fly in a Typhoon and with the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:12:00 +0200therepublic (en)

MIAMI The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected, and forecasters say the depression is likely to become a tropical storm later in the day.

Tropical Storm Fiona likely to form in eastern Atlantic today

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:09:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

A disturbance that left the African coast this past Saturday has been gradually getting better organized. It was upgraded to Tropical Depression Six late Tuesday night, and is very close to becoming the sixth named storm of the season, Fiona. If named, it would be the earliest “F” storm since 2012.

Focus Turns to Recovery and Relief as Louisiana Floodwaters Ebb

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:57:00 +0200nytimes (en)

Marcus Miller helped family members clear out their flooded home in Walker, La., on Wednesday. Credit Brendan Smialowski/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images. DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — As floodwaters slowly ebbed in southern Louisiana, emergency officials and residents pursued an extensive recovery....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:56:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

MIAMI The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected, and forecasters say the depression is likely to become a tropical storm later in the day.

Etats-Unis. En Louisiane, des inondations mortelles

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:51:00 +0200courrierinternational (fr)

consacre sa une à des survivants de l’ouragan Katrina (2005), frappés une nouvelle fois par les inondations qui sévissent en Lousiane depuis vendredi. “C’est comme si on était poursuivi”, titre le quotidien. Les inondations, dont le bilan s’établit désormais à au moins 11 morts et 40 000 maisons....

Flood experiences pose long-term risks to thousands of Louisiana children, Save the Children warns

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:42:00 +0200prnewswire (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. Aug. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Thousands of Louisiana children who have lost homes, belongings and their sense of security are in need of urgent assistance to protect their emotional and developmental wellbeing, Save the Children said.

Local Red Cross volunteers heading to La. to help flood victims Read Story Matt Vergara

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:41:00 +0200krem (en)

SPOKANE, Wash. People across the nation are headed south to help those losing everything in the floods in Louisiana on Thursday including volunteers from Spokane. The Northwest Region of the American Red Cross has sent 26 volunteers and staff to help. Three volunteers from Spokane are there to help, and a fourth left Thursday morning.

Amid Louisiana Flood Looting, Baton Rouge Sets Curfew

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:39:00 +0200ibtimes (en)

Louisiana is reeling from this week's devastating flooding that swept parts of the state as the number of missing and displaced people continues to rise. As reports of looting surface, Baton Rouge Parish officials have established a curfew from the hours of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., which began Tuesday evening.

Red Cross: Louisiana flooding 'is the worst natural disaster' in U.S. since Hurricane Sandy

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:24:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

BATON ROUGE — Five days into this disaster, adrenaline is giving way to exhaustion and — for many of those who left their homes amid rising water — a constant, churning anxiety about the future. Thousands are still holed up in shelters or at friends’ houses on high ground, relying on Facebook videos....

Louisiana's Quiet Crisis: Cable News and the Folly of Disaster Porn Coverage

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:19:00 +0200alternet (en)

Louisiana is underwater. If you don’t live in or around Louisiana, you may not know that. And it’s not your fault. Cable news has mostly ignored it. Sure, there’s been coverage, but not as much you’d expect given the scale of the suffering. As Rod Dreher noted on his blog, a screenshot of CNN’s home....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:18:00 +0200sunherald (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the depression is likely to become a tropical storm later in the day.

Depression expected to become Tropical Storm Fiona

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:12:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

A tropical depression that formed off the African coast is expected to strengthen Wednesday into Tropical Storm Fiona. The cluster of storms, currently located over the center of the Atlantic Ocean, has maximum sustained winds of 35 miles per hour, according to the 11 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center .

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic (w/tracking map)

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:11:00 +0200tampabay (en)

MIAMI — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph. Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the depression is likely....

La Californie frappée par l’incendie « Blue Cut »

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:04:00 +0200la-croix (fr)

L’incendie, qui n’est pour l’heure pas maîtrisé, a déjà sollicité les efforts de plus de 1 250 pompiers, dont deux ont été légèrement blessés. / Ringo Chiu/AFP. Depuis 10 h 30, mardi 16 août, « Blue Cut Fire » se propage à grande vitesse dans la région montagneuse de San Bernardino, située à une centaine de kilomètres au sud de Los Angeles.

Buyer beware of waterlogged vehicles from flooded areas

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:01:00 +0200wwlp (en)

CANFIELD, Ohio ( WKBN ) – The flooding in Louisiana has left many people and cars stranded in water. While many of the vehicles will be sent straight to the junk yard, some could be fixed and resold – but consumers should beware of purchasing a vehicle that was waterlogged.

Heartbreaking scenes from the Louisiana floods

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:00:00 +0200cnbc (en)

Five days after the storm began, Louisiana is suffering through its worst floods since Hurricane Katrina, which struck 11 years ago this month. With water still rising in some areas, at least 11 people have died, thousands have been displaced and rescuers are searching for more victims. Click ahead to see more images from the disaster.

Partly sunny, warm today; Depression Six expected to reach storm strength but no threat to land

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 16:55:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

South Florida's weather will be a mix of sun and clouds today and it won't be affected by a new tropical depression that has formed in the Atlantic. According to the National Weather Service, it will be partly sunny on Wednesday with a high near 87 and wind out of the north from 5 to 11 mph. The overall chance of rain is 30 percent.

Airbnb Allows Users In Louisiana To Offer Free Shelter To Evacuees

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 16:47:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

, Airbnb is making it a little easier for people in need to access free shelter. Airbnb activated its disaster response tool on Monday, which enables users to post their homes for free. Typically, hosts have to charge at least $10. The company is also waiving its service fees for both guests and hosts.

What's Causing the Torrential Rain in Louisiana?

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 16:37:00 +0200nbcdfw (en)

Radar estimated over 20-30 inches of rain fell over Louisiana in 48 hours causing devastating flooding. What caused the torrential amounts of rain? NBC 5 Meteorologist Samantha Davies explains. (Published 18 minutes ago) Radar estimated over 20-30 inches of rain fell over Louisiana in 48 hours, leading to devastating flooding.

The Incredibly Painful Choice This Mother Made Before Hurricane Katrina (And What's Happened Since)

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 16:16:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

Warning: Video may be too graphic for some viewers. In August of 2005, New Orleans resident and single mom Lynell McFarland had a difficult decision to make: evacuate in advance of Hurricane Katrina and lose her job, or stay behind and send her teen daughter out of the city without her.

Louisiana flood: West Nile poses bigger threat than ZIka

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:50:00 +0200nola (en)

Streets, parking lots and backyards that were recently awash in flood water are now drying out after the historic event that damaged at least 40,000 homes across the southern part of the state. For weeks, there will be water in overturned trash cans, jars, flower pots, cups, glasses and pots in people's homes.

Tropical Depression 6 likely to become tropical storm Wednesday

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:50:00 +0200nola (en)

Tropical Depression 6, a system in the central tropical Atlantic Ocean, is likely to become a tropical storm Wednesday (Aug. 17), forecasters with the National Hurricane Center said in a morning update. (screenshot via National Hurricane Center) , a weather system in the central tropics of the....

Typhoon Chanthu makes landfall on Hokkaido

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:41:00 +0200japantimes (en)

Typhoon Chanthu made landfall on the northernmost main island of Hokkaido on Wednesday afternoon after moving north off the Pacific coast of northeastern Japan , causing heavy rain and disrupting traffic in extensive areas, the weather agency said. The typhoon landed near Cape Erimo on the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:39:00 +0200tampabay (en)

MIAMI — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the depression....

Louisiana flood victims face long road back to normal: 'I lost everything.'

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:37:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

BATON ROUGE — Five days into this disaster, adrenaline is giving way to exhaustion and — for many of those who left their homes amid rising water — a constant, churning anxiety about the future. Thousands are still holed up in shelters or at friends’ houses on high ground, relying on Facebook videos....

'Total Devastation': Scale of Flood Damage Emerges

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:30:00 +0200nbcnews (en)

More than 1,000 volunteers from every state were descending on flood-stricken Louisiana Wednesday to assist relief efforts for what the Red Cross called the nation's worst disaster since Superstorm Sandy. At least 11 people have been killed , some 40,000 homes affected and 30,000 people rescued in....

Louisiana’s ‘Cajun Navy’ sets sail to rescue flood victims

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:19:00 +0200azcentral (en)

The devastation of Louisiana's record flooding became real for Timmy Toups on Saturday as he scrolled through his Facebook feed. Toups, an electrician living south of New Orleans, realized this wasn’t like Hurricane Katrina. These folks didn’t know to evacuate. “These people don’t flood,” Toups said.

The Louisiana Flood of 2016's effect on local sports | 'This so reminds you of Katrina'

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:19:00 +0200nola (en)

"I feel kind of how the people during (Hurricane) Katrina felt. We never seen flooding like that in Baton Rouge, it's so uncommon. Nobody was prepared for it. It's just so heartbreaking seeing that stuff, then coming out to the scrimmage two days ago was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do.

Go To Oregon Patch

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:16:00 +0200patch (en)

Police thought that they would find evidence of thefts. Instead they found assault rifles and thousands of rounds of ammunition. Six West Coast universities are woking with the United States Geological Survey to develop the ShakeAlert early warning system.

Typhoon Chanthu makes landfall in N. Japan, evacuation orders issued

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 15:02:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

TOKYO, Aug. 17 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Chanthu made landfall on Japan 's northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido on Wednesday, triggering evacuation orders and advisories, with the weather agency here warning that torrential rain could trigger floods and landslides as well as disrupt transportation networks.

Tropical depression could become Fiona today in Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 14:53:00 +0200al (en)

A new tropical storm could be brewing in the central Atlantic. TD 6 continued to appear more organized on Wednesday morning and could become Tropical Storm Fiona sometime today. (National Weather Service) Tropical Depression 6 continued on a northwestward path on Wednesday morning, and forecasters....

Here’s a Tropical Depression We Could Be Calling Fiona by the End of the Day

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 14:33:00 +0200caribbean360 (en)

FLORIDA, United States, Wednesday August 17, 2016 – Tropical Depression Six formed in the Eastern Atlantic late last night, but forecasters say that by the end of the day we may have to refer to it as Tropical Storm Fiona. The system has maximum sustained winds near 35 miles per hour, with higher....

Nation Now Louisiana’s ‘Cajun Navy’ sets sail to rescue flood victims

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 14:27:00 +0200usaToday (en)

The devastation of Louisiana's record flooding became real for Timmy Toups on Saturday as he scrolled through his Facebook feed. Toups, an electrician living south of New Orleans, realized this wasn’t like Hurricane Katrina. These folks didn’t know to evacuate. “These people don’t flood,” Toups said.

National › Typhoon makes landfall on Hokkaido

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 14:15:00 +0200japantoday (en)

TOKYO. Typhoon Chanthu made landfall on the northernmost main island of Hokkaido on Wednesday afternoon after moving north off the Pacific coast of northeastern Japan , causing heavy rain and disrupting traffic in extensive areas, the weather agency said.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 13:35:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Louisiana's devastating flooding is worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 13:09:00 +0200cnbc (en)

Most of Louisiana has received at least one foot of rain since Friday — with some places getting as much as 30 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Although the water has receded in some areas, it's still rising in others as the floodwaters move downstream toward the Gulf of Mexico.

Heat index could hit 101 today

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 13:07:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

ADVISORIES. 5:51 a.m.: A deep and steady onshore flow will push the east coast sea breeze rapidly inland today. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will form along the boundary late this morning and move inland through the afternoon. A few storms may become strong in the late afternoon across the....

Buyer beware of waterlogged vehicles coming out of flooded areas

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 12:35:00 +0200wkbn (en)

Published: August 17, 2016, 6:29 am Alex George CANFIELD, Ohio (WKBN) – The flooding in Louisiana has left many people and cars stranded in water. While many of the vehicles will be sent straight to the junk yard, some could be fixed and resold – but consumers should beware of purchasing a vehicle that was waterlogged.

Tracking the Tropics, early afternoon t-storms

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 12:04:00 +0200wtsp (en)

11 pm Tuesday night we welcomed Tropical Depression #6 to the Atlantic Hurricane Season. It is just barely off the African Coast and forecast to stay in the open Atlantic Ocean. It is also to become Tropical Storm Fiona sometime Wednesday. Wednesday expect temps in the 91-94 degree range and feels like temps ranging between 100 - 110 degrees.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 12:02:00 +0200nzherald (en)

MIAMI (AP) " The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 12:01:00 +0200wbrc (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:53:00 +0200wwlp (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Bangladesh: Bangladesh: Flood Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA) DREF Operation n° MDRBD017 (16 August 2016)

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:50:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

A. Situation analysis. Description of the disaster. Since 19 July 2016, heavy rains in the main river basins of Bangladesh and upstream catchments of India have caused severe flooding in the north and north-eastern parts of Bangladesh affecting an estimated 3.7 million people (740,000 families) across 19 districts.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:49:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:48:00 +0200fox10tv (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Exercice de simulation de catastrophe naturelle à Hanoi

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:47:00 +0200vietnamplus-fr (fr)

Hanoi (VNA) – Le comité central de la Croix-Rouge ​vietnamienne a organisé mercredi à Hanoï une conférence et un exercice de simulation de catastrophe naturelle. Cet événement a réuni les représentants de l'Agence américaine pour le Développement international (USAID), du Programme des Nations Unies....

États-Unis : des milliers de personnes évacuées

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:40:00 +0200liberte-algerie (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30 000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a obligé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Woman found guilty of perjury during probe of 1975 slayings

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:31:00 +0200startribune (en)

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Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:25:00 +0200eastoregonian (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:24:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

MIAMI -- (AP) The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:23:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:23:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:22:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the depression is likely to become a tropical storm later in the day.

Typhoon Chanthu approaching Hokkaido in northern Japan, train services, schools suspended

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:20:00 +0200sinacom (en)

TOKYO， Aug. 17 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Chanthu is approaching Japan 's northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido and may make landfall later Wednesday， with the weather agency warning of torrential rainfall， strong gusts， as well as possible flooding and landslides.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:15:00 +0200charlotteobserver (en)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the depression is likely to become a tropical storm later in the day.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:15:00 +0200eagletribune (en)

North Andover, MA (01845) Today. Partly cloudy. High around 85F. Winds W at 15 to 25 mph.. Tonight. A few passing clouds. Low near 65F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Updated: August 17, 2016 @ 4:54 am; MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:15:00 +0200wivb (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:15:00 +0200wncn (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Partly sunny, warm in So. Florida today; Tropical Depression Six no threat to land

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:10:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

South Florida's weather will be a mix of sun and clouds today and it won't be affected by a new tropical depression that has formed in the eastern Atlantic. According to the National Weather Service, it will be partly sunny on Wednesday with a high near 87 and wind out of the north from 5 to 11 mph. The overall chance of rain is 30 percent.

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:04:00 +0200seattletimes (en)

MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression’s maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

Tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:00:00 +0200wbtv (en)

MIAMI (AP) - The U.S. National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression moving over the central Atlantic is expected to strengthen to a tropical storm. The depression's maximum sustained winds early Wednesday are near 35 mph (55 kph). Slow strengthening is expected and forecasters say the....

National › Typhoon may make landfall on Hokkaido

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 09:37:00 +0200japantoday (en)

TOKYO. Japan ’s weather agency on Wednesday warned of mudslides, high winds and waves ahead of the possible landfall of Typhoon Chanthu on the northernmost main island of Hokkaido later in the day. As of 3 p.m., the typhoon was in the Pacific Ocean around 30 kilometers southeast of Kamaishi in Iwate....

Chanthu typhoon heading straight for Russia’s Sakhalin

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 09:25:00 +0200itartass_en (en)

YUZHNO-SAKHALINSK, August 17. /TASS/. A storm warning has been issued for the Sakhalin and Kuril Islands in the Russian Far East over the Chanthu typhoon approaching from Japan . The regional government has already held a meeting of an emergency commission and all forces are on alert. "The typhoon is now in the area of Japan.

Inondations en Louisiane : au moins onze morts, 40.000 maisons sous l'eau

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 09:04:00 +0200leparisien (fr)

L e bilan des inondations en Louisiane (sud des Etats-Unis), qui sévissent depuis vendredi, a été revu à la hausse : au moins onze personnes sont mortes et des milliers d'habitations se trouvent sous les eaux, qui continuent de s'étaler, particulièrement dans la région de Baton Rouge.

Tornado hits Spanish Lookout

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:25:00 +0200amandala (en)

SPANISH LOOKOUT, Cayo District, Mon. Aug. 15, 2016–The Spanish Lookout community in the Cayo District, was hit by a tornado at about 11:00 yesterday morning. Roofs were destroyed, trees were uprooted and buildings were damaged. Amandala travelled to Spanish Lookout and saw the destruction wrought by....

'Like nothing we've ever seen': Flood danger is not over in Louisiana

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:05:00 +0200latimes (en)

On Tuesday, President Obama expanded the federal disaster declaration for Louisiana to 20 parishes. More than 60,000 people across the state had already registered for federal aid. “This is a historic flooding event,” Gov. John Bel Edwards said Tuesday.

UPDATE1: Typhoon Chanthu may make landfall on Hokkaido in northern Japan

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 07:58:00 +0200kyodonews (en)

Japan 's weather agency on Wednesday warned of mudslides, high winds and waves ahead of the possible landfall of Typhoon Chanthu on the northernmost main island of Hokkaido later in the day. As of noon, the typhoon was in the Pacific Ocean around 30 kilometers southeast of Kamaishi in Iwate....

Tropical storm hits Japan's northeast, hitting transport

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 07:57:00 +0200business-standard (en)

At least 800 households in Ibaraki prefecture, northeast of Tokyo, experienced power outages early Wednesday due to the storm damage, Tokyo Electric Power said. It caused some cancellations of train services in the northern region, including bullet trains.

Nine Dead in Louisiana Flooding as Levees Overflow

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 07:32:00 +0200laht (en)

WASHINGTON – Several levees have overflowed in the flooding in southern Louisiana, where the death toll stands at nine since the weekend due to rising waters and 20,000 people have been evacuated from their flooded homes, local authorities reported. According to the Lower Mississippi River Forecast....

Intel intros a ready-to-fly drone for software developers

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 07:18:00 +0200engadget (en)

Intel has introduced a quadcopter called Aero at its annual developers conference, and we'll bet you can guess its target audience based on the event. That's right, Aero was specifically designed not for hobbyists or for commercial purposes, but for developers who want to create and test apps for drones.

Hong Kong Observatory issues No 1 typhoon signal as tropical depression appears to form near Guangdong province

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:54:00 +0200scmp (en)

. The standby typhoon signal No 1 was issued for Hong Kong at 11.30am Wednesday as a tropical depression appeared to be forming over the coastal waters of nearby western Guangdong province. Winds over the city were expected to strengthen gradually on Wednesday night, and the Observatory said it....

Tropical Depression Six forms in the Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:16:00 +0200wptv (en)

Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Tropical Depression Six has formed in the Atlantic. It's not expected to be a threat to Florida. Environmental conditions appear favorable to likely become Tropical Storm Fiona on Wednesday.

Eleven dead, thousands of homes ravaged in Louisiana floods

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:10:00 +0200vietnamnet-en (en)

Emergency crews had already plucked more than 20,000 people and 1,000 pets from flooded areas after a storm that broke records for 24-hour rainfall in multiple locations, Governor John Bel Edwards told reporters. Rain-swollen rivers are receding in much of the state, but state officials warned of remaining dangers.

More Than 300 Families will receive cash transfer

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:05:00 +0200channel5belize (en)

While the donations will be paid out using a cash transfer system, the focus at the moment continues to be areas hardest hit by Hurricane Earl, including the Vista Del Mar community. Lily Bowman, Director General, Belize Red Cross. “We have been focusing on the Ladyville area and its environs and we....

Tropical Depression Six forms; it's no threat to land

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:02:00 +0200sun-sentinel (en)

. Tropical Depression Six has formed in the far eastern Atlantic Ocean and is forecast to become Tropical Storm Fiona on Wednesday, reported Tuesday night. The National Hurricane Center 's 11 p.m. advisory put the depression about 715 miles west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands.

New Tropical Depression in the Atlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:42:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. Tropical Depression Six has formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. The depression is forecast to strengthen into Tropical Storm Fiona, but is no threat to land. Tropical Depression Six has formed in the far eastern Atlantic Ocean and is forecast to become Tropical Storm Fiona on Wednesday.

Tropical Depression 6 forms in Atlantic 18 Mins A new tropical depression formed late Tuesday evening in the far eastern Atlantic, likely to

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:35:00 +0200news4jax (en)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - 11 p.m. update: Tropical depression No. 6 has formed in the far eastern Atlantic, likely to become Fiona and after some strengthening and weakening. It could become a hurricane in about six days. It is highly likely that this system will not ever directly impact the United....

Red Cross Receives Hurricane Earl Donation from BECOL/FORTIS

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:34:00 +0200channel5belize (en)

The Belize Red Cross continues to receive donations to assist with hurricane relief in the aftermath of Earl. The Category One storm wreaked havoc primarily in the northern section of the Belize District, leaving in its wake significant damages. On Monday, BECOL, in its capacity as a corporate....

Louisiana flooding leaves 11 dead; thousands in shelters

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:26:00 +0200cleveland (en)

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana — Eleven people have died and at least 11,000 people have been forced into shelters as flooding from heavy rain has resulted in a disaster some officials are calling "unprecedented," reports say. As much as 2 feet of rain has fallen in the past 48 hours in East Baton Rouge, Livingston and St.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:20:00 +0200wcvb (en)

They're known as the "Cajun Navy," and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:19:00 +0200trust (en)

Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than 400,000 acres of paddy fields, Agriculture Ministry official says. By Aung Hla Tun and Wa Lone. YANGON, Aug 15 (Reuters) - Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the....

article Eleven dead, thousands of homes ravaged in Louisiana floods

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:19:00 +0200trust (en)

Flooding prompted U.S. president to issue a disaster declaration, after a storm that broke rainfall records. (Adds new death toll, more parishes getting federal aid) By Sam Karlin. BATON ROUGE, La., Aug 16 (Reuters) - Search-and-rescue operations were still underway on Tuesday in Louisiana, where at....

Tropical Depression Six forms in the Atlantic - NHC

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:19:00 +0200trust (en)

Aug 16 (Reuters) - Tropical Depression Six, packing maximum sustained winds of 35 mph (55 km/h), has formed over the Eastern Atlantic and is likely to strengthen gradually, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said on Tuesday. The depression, forecast to become a tropical storm on Wednesday, was....

Weather forecast: Muggy Wednesday morning, patchy fog possible

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:16:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

Sent via News 13+ app: Lightning strikes in the Avalon Park area of east Orange County on Tuesday afternoon Aug. 16, 2016. This is the view looking north toward U.S. Highway 50. (Michele Kephart, viewer) ORLANDO -- Here's the Central Florida weather forecast for Tuesday night into Wednesday: More....

Louisiana Flooding: 8 Dead, Thousands of Homes Impacted, Backwater Flooding Continues

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:16:00 +0200patch (en)

Skies in Louisiana have cleared, but there is no reprieve from the rains that have put most of the state underwater. The flooding has claimed the lives of eight people and forced authorities to rescue thousands as the number of people whose homes have flooded continues to rise Tuesday.

New JerseyPatch

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:16:00 +0200patch (en)

A 38-year-old N.J. man was killed and 2 others were hurt when lightning struck as they were swimming in a lake, according to authorities. Also: Huge tuna means huge prize for N.J. man / Meet the nicest police officer in the world / N.J. Olympian medal count.

Audit faults NY tourism promotion after damaging storms new

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:13:00 +0200cbs6albany (en)

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- A federal audit says New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration mismanaged $22 million spent to promote tourism in areas affected by three damaging storms. The report from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Office of Inspector General says New York officials....

Hurricaneseason'snexttropicaldepressionformsinAtlantic

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:08:00 +0200firstcoastnews (en)

MIAMIThe 2016 hurricane season's next tropical depression formed off the west coast of Africa Tuesday night, the National Hurricane Center reports. The low pressure area about 650 miles west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands off Africa's coast is becoming more concentrated and better organized, forecasters say.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help They're out in force, patrolling in jon boats, motorboats and even canoes through south Louisiana's

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 05:02:00 +0200yourerie (en)

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (CNN) They're out in force, patrolling in jon boats, motorboats and even canoes through south Louisiana's new, flood-made waterways, saving cats, dogs and people. They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch.

Texas Texas facing hurricane season with drained disaster fund Texas facing hurricane season with drained disaster fund As Texas takes on another hurricane season, Gov. Greg Abbott 's office has nearly committed all of the 2016-17 emergency funds reserved for state disaster recovery efforts in the aftermath of floods and other natural disasters. Texas 21 minutes ago

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:56:00 +0200khou (en)

As Texas takes on another hurricane season, Gov. Greg Abbott ’s office has nearly committed all of the 2016-17 emergency funds reserved for state disaster recovery efforts in the aftermath of floods and other natural disasters. And Abbott’s staffers are pointing the finger at state budget writers,....

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:56:00 +0200wlwt (en)

They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Cincinnati group sends relief to historic flooding in Louisiana

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:56:00 +0200wlwt (en)

Parts of Louisiana have been submerged by up to 25 inches of rain since Friday. While the weather is improving, flooding will continue to be a problem for days to come. Matthew 25: Ministries, a humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization based in Blue Ash, is sending a crew to the....

WDSU via CNN

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:55:00 +0200click2houston (en)

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (CNN) - They're out in force, patrolling in jon boats, motorboats and even canoes through south Louisiana's new, flood-made waterways, saving cats, dogs and people. They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch.

Audit faults NY tourism promotion after damaging storms

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:53:00 +0200princegeorgecitizen (en)

ALBANY, N.Y. - A federal audit says New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration mismanaged $22 million in funding meant to promote tourism in areas affected by three damaging storms. The report was released Tuesday by the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Office of Inspector General.

Des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations en Louisiane et aux incendies en Californie

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:50:00 +0200libe (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Louisiana flooding kills 11, impacts 40,000 homes

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:40:00 +0200nydailynews (en)

The death toll caused by flooding in Louisiana rose to 11 Tuesday as the water slowly began receding — enough in some areas to allow evacuated residents a chance to go home and survey the damage. "I'm not going to lie, I cried uncontrollably," homeowner David Key said after seeing his flooded....

Japan Airlines : Typhoon Chanthu may make landfall on Hokkaido in northern Japan

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:35:00 +02004-traders (en)

Japan 's weather agency on Wednesday warned of mudslides, high winds and waves ahead of the possible landfall of Typhoon Chanthu on the northernmost main island of Hokkaido later in the day. As of 10 a.m. , the typhoon was around 60 kilometers southeast of Ishinomaki in Miyagi Prefecture,....

Tropical storm hits Japan's north-east, some flights and train services cancelled

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:34:00 +0200straitstimesSG (en)

TOKYO (AFP) - A tropical storm dumped rain on Japan 's north-eastern coast on Wednesday (Aug 17), prompting cancellations of flights and train services as officials warned of possible landslides and flooding. Tropical Storm Chanthu , packing gusts up to 126 kmh, was travelling along Japan's Pacific....

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:25:00 +0200Koat (en)

They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:21:00 +0200wesh (en)

They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:13:00 +0200kcci (en)

They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:08:00 +0200wxii12 (en)

They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Louisiana Flooding Hits Hurricane Katrina Survivors

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 04:05:00 +02007online (en)

For some Louisiana residents, now displaced after days of devastating flooding in the southeastern part of the state, this week brings back painful memories of evacuating during 11 years ago. Hurricane Katrina After floodwaters came up to Cierra Davis' roof this week, she "barely got out of the house," she told ABC News meteorologist Rob Marciano.

Sweet: Obama’s new tougher fuel standard

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 03:57:00 +0200suntimes (en)

WASHINGTON — In September 2005, then-Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., delivered a little noticed energy policy speech here, in which he pushed to improve vehicle mileage standards. It was in the days following Hurricane Katrina, when a natural disaster morphed into a manmade nightmare.

Louisiana flooding: 'Cajun Navy' answers call for help

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 03:52:00 +0200wyff4 (en)

They're known as the Cajun Navy, and in recent days they've become possibly the nation's most important neighborhood watch. Troy Green, from Ascension Parish just south of Baton Rouge, loaded up his boat after hearing the Cajun Navy needed a few good sailors. He drove to East Baton Rouge Parish where the National Guard had a staging area.

Eleven dead, thousands of homes ravaged in Louisiana floods

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 03:11:00 +0200reuters (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. Search-and-rescue operations were still underway on Tuesday in Louisiana, where at least 11 people have died in severe floods that damaged about 40,000 homes, state officials said. Emergency crews had already plucked more than 20,000 people and 1,000 pets from flooded areas after a....

Eleven dead, thousands of homes ravaged in Louisiana floods

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 02:51:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Sam Karlin. BATON ROUGE, La. (Reuters) - Search-and-rescue operations were still underway on Tuesday in Louisiana, where at least 11 people have died in severe floods that damaged about 40,000 homes, state officials said. Emergency crews had already plucked more than 20,000 people and 1,000 pets....

Bon Aqua man involved in fatal Hwy. 70 wreck

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 02:48:00 +0200tennessean (en)

A Louisiana man was killed in a wreck that involved a Bon Aqua resident early Friday on Highway 70 near the Dickson County line, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Dustin A. Edwards, 23, of Gorum, La, was killed in the wreck, according to the THP.

Eleven dead, thousands of homes ravaged in Louisiana floods

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 02:21:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Sam Karlin. BATON ROUGE, La. (Reuters) - Search-and-rescue operations were still underway on Tuesday in Louisiana, where at least 11 people have died in severe floods that damaged about 40,000 homes, state officials said. Emergency crews had already plucked more than 20,000 people and 1,000 pets....

Weather forecast: Heavy rain, lightning possible into evening

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 01:15:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

Sent via News 13+ app: Lightning strikes in the Avalon Park area of east Orange County on Tuesday afternoon Aug. 16, 2016. This is the view looking north toward U.S. Highway 50. (Michele Kephart, viewer) ORLANDO -- Here's the Central Florida weather forecast for Tuesday night into Wednesday: More....

NASA sees wind shear affecting Tropical Storm Chanthu

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 21:10:00 +0200phys (en)

On Aug. 15 at 11:25 p.m. EDT (Aug. 16 at 0325 UTC) the MODIS instrument aboard NASA's Aqua satellite saw wind shear affecting Tropical Storm Chanthu near Japan . Credit: NASA/NRL. Visible imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite showed wind shear was affecting Tropical Storm Chanthu as it moved parallel to the big island of Japan early on Aug.

Shoots for the stars

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 20:16:00 +0200ChinaPost (en)

This screen grab from the Facebook page of a Tainan resident surnamed Chang on Tuesday, Aug. 16, shows a boy pilling bamboo shoots in Kaohsiung. Chang posted on his Facebook that the boy in the photo lost his parents to Typhoon Morakot in 2009 and has been selling bamboo shoots in Kaohsiung to pay for his school fees.

Les catastrophes naturelles se multiplient aux États-Unis Depuis plusieurs années, les Etats-Unis voient se répéter les événements tragiques, parfois simultanément. Comme en ce moment, où la Californie...

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 19:08:00 +0200bfmtv (fr)

Incendies géants, sécheresse, inondations, ouragans, tempêtes hivernales... Aux Etats-Unis les catastrophes naturelles semblent se multiplier depuis quelques années. La Californie à l'épreuve du feu, la Louisiane submergée. La Californie est en proie à d'énormes incendies depuis ce week-end, favorisés par la sécheresse historique qui y sévit.

Les Etats-Unis à l'épreuve du feu et des inondations Les Echos

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 17:49:00 +0200msn-fr (fr)

© Les Echos Il est tombé plus de 50 cm de pluie cumulés depuis deux jours dans plusieurs secteurs de l'Etat de Louisiane. Sale temps pour les Etats-Unis. Onze ans après le passage meurtrier de l'ouragan Katrina, la Louisiane est de nouveau la cible de la colère climatique.

Japon - Un typhon s'approche de la région de Tokyo

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 17:05:00 +0200lessentiel-lu-fr (fr)

Un typhon s'approche de l'est du Japon et devrait atteindre la région de Tokyo mercredi matin. L'Agence météorologique japonaise a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait mardi soir à quelques....

Après les inondations, Airbnb active son dispositif d'urgence pour reloger les habitants de Louisiane

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 16:28:00 +0200itele (fr)

Suite aux inondations qui ont touché la Louisiane, aux Etats-Unis, la plate-forme de location de logements à courte durée Airbnb a activé lundi son dispositif de "réponse aux catastrophes", qui permet la mise à disposition gratuite de logements pour accueillir les personnes évacuées.

16h20 Japon: un typhon s'approche de la région de Tokyo (AFP)

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:26:00 +0200lorientlejour (fr)

Un typhon s'approchait de l'est du Japon mardi et devrait atteindre la région de Tokyo mercredi matin, a annoncé l'Agence météorologique japonaise qui a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait mardi....

How over 2 feet of rain caused historic flooding in Louisiana in less than 72 hours

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:04:00 +0200mercurynews (en)

The historic and deadly flooding in Louisiana began to take shape Friday and continued through the weekend as wave after wave of moisture pummeled the Baton Rouge region. The disaster was caused by two weather-related features -- extreme humidity and near-stationary low pressure that hovered over the Gulf Coast for days.

Enhanced habagat floods Manila

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 14:54:00 +0200aljazeera-en (en)

A tornado ripped through the Port Area of Manila, the capital of the Philippines, on Sunday afternoon. The Philippine Red Cross said there were reports of damage caused by the tornado, such as felled trees and electricity being cut off, but said there were no casualties.

Un typhon s'approche de la région de Tokyo

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:59:00 +020024heures (fr)

L'Agence météorologique japonaise a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait mardi soir à quelques centaines de kilomètres au sud-est de la capitale, dans l'océan Pacifique.

Un typhon s'approche de la région de Tokyo

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:59:00 +0200lematin-CH (fr)

L'Agence météorologique japonaise a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait mardi soir à quelques centaines de kilomètres au sud-est de la capitale, dans l'océan Pacifique.

Japon : un typhon s'approche de la région de Tokyo

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:56:00 +0200Europe1 (fr)

Un typhon s'approchait de l'est du Japon mardi et devrait atteindre la région de Tokyo mercredi matin, a annoncé l'Agence météorologique japonaise qui a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait mardi....

Un typhon s'approche de la région de Tokyo

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:40:00 +0200tdg (fr)

L'Agence météorologique japonaise a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait mardi soir à quelques centaines de kilomètres au sud-est de la capitale, dans l'océan Pacifique.

Japon: un typhon s'approche de Tokyo

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 12:48:00 +0200lefigaro (fr)

Un typhon s'approchait de l'est du Japon aujourd'hui et devrait atteindre la région de Tokyo demain matin, a annoncé l'Agence météorologique japonaise qui a mis en garde contre des vents violents et de fortes pluies. Le typhon Chanthu , accompagné de rafales de vents atteignant 108 km/h, se situait....

Inondations meurtrières en Louisiane, vaste brasier en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 12:16:00 +0200quotidien-lu (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l’évacuation de plus de 30 000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu’en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Heavy rain forecast as typhoon threatens Kanto, Tohoku, Hokkaido

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:40:00 +0200japantimes (en)

A typhoon was expected to pummel eastern and northern Japan on Wednesday, the Meteorological Agency said Tuesday. Typhoon Chanthu was forecast to bring thunderstorms and heavy rain, the agency said, cautioning the public to prepare for strong winds and flooding.

La Louisiane vit des inondations «sans précédent»

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:37:00 +0200tdg (fr)

En Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir. Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations «sans précédent» au cours desquelles plus de 30'000 personnes ont été secourues.

New typhoon to form in East Sea

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:32:00 +0200vietnamnet-en (en)

A typhoon is forecast to form with strong winds in the northern area of the East Sea due to the circulation around a low-pressure center, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting. On August 16, the tropical low pressure was centred at about 21.9 N latitude and 115.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:27:00 +0200laprovence (fr)

Par Brendan SMIALOWSKI, Leila MACOR avec Fanny ANDRE à Washington. Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) (AFP) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une....

La Louisiane vit des inondations «sans précédent»

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:26:00 +020024heures (fr)

En Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir. Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations «sans précédent» au cours desquelles plus de 30'000 personnes ont été secourues.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:23:00 +0200lepopulaire (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:15:00 +0200lyonne-republicaine (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

La Louisiane vit des inondations «sans précédent»

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:14:00 +0200lematin-CH (fr)

En Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir. Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations «sans précédent» au cours desquelles plus de 30'000 personnes ont été secourues.

Intempéries aux USA: des milliers d'évacués

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:12:00 +0200arcinfo (fr)

Les pluies torrentielles qui se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ont provoqué l'évacuation de plus de 30'000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes. En Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

JMA issues warning for eastern Japan to brace for Typhoon Chanthu

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:04:00 +0200xinhuanet_en (en)

TOKYO, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) -- A powerful typhoon which is threatening the eastern coast of Japan including the nation's capital Tokyo, has caused the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) on Tuesday to issue flood warnings, as well as advisories of heavy thunderstorms, strong gusts and swollen rivers.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:00:00 +0200leparisien (fr)

D es pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:49:00 +0200lexpansion (fr)

Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:37:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:27:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations "sans précédent" au cours desquelles plus de 30.000 personnes ont été secourues. 14.000 personnes ont été hébergées dans des refuges, essentiellement à Bâton-Rouge et ses environs.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:26:00 +0200ladepeche (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:24:00 +0200lexpress (fr)

Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Inondations et incendies aux Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:19:00 +0200rtbf (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20 000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:10:00 +0200tv5 (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations en Louisiane et aux incendies en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 09:56:00 +0200romandie (fr)

Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 30.000 habitants et la mort de sept personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Inondations et incendies: des milliers de nouvelles évacuations aux USA

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:46:00 +0200rtbf (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20 000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Les éléments se déchaînent aux Etats-Unis: terrible incendie en Californie et inondations mortelles en Louisiane

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:36:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

La Louisiane te la Californie font actuellement face a des conditions climatiques très difficiles. Des milliers de Californiens ont dû fuir face à un énorme incendie qui se répand très vite à cause de la sécheresse. Du côté de Baton Rouge, ce sont des terribles intempéries qui paralysent les habitants.

Pluies torrentielles en Louisiane et gigantesques incendies en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:27:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end, provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20 000 habitants et la mort de 6 personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:26:00 +0200laprovence (fr)

Par Brendan SMIALOWSKI, Leila MACOR avec Fanny ANDRE à Washington. Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) (AFP) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une....

USA : La Louisiane se noie quand la Californie se consume

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:21:00 +0200lnt (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l’évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu’en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:09:00 +0200tv5 (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:05:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:58:00 +0200lamontagne (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:57:00 +0200leparisien (fr)

D es pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:54:00 +0200ladepeche (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:54:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations "sans précédent" au cours desquelles plus de 20.000 personnes ont été secourues, tandis que 10.000 ont passé la nuit de dimanche à lundi dans des refuges. Des images prises lundi soir depuis un....

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:52:00 +0200lexpress (fr)

Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:40:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:38:00 +0200lepopulaire (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:29:00 +0200lyonne-republicaine (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:24:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations "sans précédent" au cours desquelles plus de 20.000 personnes ont été secourues, tandis que 10.000 ont passé la nuit de dimanche à lundi dans des refuges. Des images prises lundi soir depuis un....

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:22:00 +0200lexpress (fr)

Bâton-Rouge (Etats-Unis) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:08:00 +0200tv5 (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:05:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations ou aux incendies

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 06:54:00 +0200ladepeche (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacués en Louisiane et en Californie

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 06:21:00 +0200OuestFrance (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20 000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Flash Flood Threat Spreading North

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 05:18:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

The heaviest rain has shifted away from flood-ravaged Louisiana, but a threat of flash flooding will still be in play the next few days from Texas to the mid-Mississippi Valley, Great Lakes and even parts of the Northeast. (NEWS + PHOTOS: At least four locations in Louisiana have seen more than 2....

How it happened: Flood resulted from 2-day, '1,000-year' rainfall

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 05:15:00 +0200nola (en)

The Louisiana Flood of 2016 was triggered by a complicated, slow-moving low-pressure weather system that dumped as much as two feet of rain on parts of and St. Helena parishes in 48 hours. The record two-day rainfall in those areas had a 0.1 percent chance of occurring in any year, the equivalent....

Belize: Belize - Hurricane Earl (MDRBZ005): DREF Operation Update No. 1

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 04:54:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

A. Situation analysis. Description of the disaster. Tropical Cyclone Earl made landfall on 4 August, with wind gusts of up to 110 km/h, as estimated by National Hurricane Center of the United States. As of 9am (GMT -6) on 4 August Tropical Cyclone Earl’s centre (Category 1) was located at....

arms deal saves jobs Ministers to sign £180million deal for fighter missiles in move that will safeguard 400 jobs DEFENCE Minister Harriet Baldwin will vow to arm the new F-35 supersonic stealth combat aircraft with the heat seeking weapons

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:05:00 +0200thesun (en)

A contract with MBDA will see the firm build a deadly stockpile of heat-seeking weapons. A contract with MBDA will see the firm build a deadly stockpile of an updated version of the missile – which can target everything from larger aircraft to small drones.

Assessing crop damage after extreme weather

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:49:00 +0200homelandsecuritynewswire (en)

The Philippines is host to six to nine tropical cyclones per year since 1970, and a citizenry that consumes more rice than it produces. The Philippines has for many years augmented its homegrown supply of rice with imports based on seasonal climate forecasts and agricultural production surveys.

Pacific Partnership 2016 Completes Malaysia Mission

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:57:00 +0200globalsecurity (en)

. Navy News Service. Story Number: NNS160815-14 Release Date: 8/15/2016 10:38:00 AM. By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lindsey E. Skelton, Pacific Partnership 2016 Public Affairs. KUANTAN, Malaysia (NNS) -- Pacific Partnership 2016 departed Kuantan, Malaysia, Aug.

Louisiana's 2016 flood result of 2-day, 1,000-year rain

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:45:00 +0200nola (en)

and The flood's atmospheric origins can be traced to a mid-level low pressure system and a weak, surface-level low that got their start over the Big Bend region of the Florida Gulf Coast on Aug. 5. That's when the National Hurricane Center warned that storminess over Florida might drop into the Gulf of Mexico and form a tropical depression.

How over 2 feet of rain caused historic flooding in Louisiana in less than 72 hours

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:35:00 +0200WashingtonPost (en)

Southern Louisiana is under water after three days of record-breaking rain. The historic and deadly flooding began to take shape Friday and continued through the weekend as wave after wave of moisture pummeled the Baton Rouge region. The disaster was caused by two weather-related features — extreme....

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:13:00 +0200nordeclair (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Des milliers d'évacuations face aux inondations en Louisiane et aux incendies en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:09:00 +0200lorientlejour (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

NHC monitoring tropical wave off African coast

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:02:00 +0200wesh (en)

Forecasters say a tropical disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean has a 50 percent chance of developing into a tropical depression or storm by week’s end. Download the WESH 2 News app to stay on top of the latest news in Central Florida and beyond. As of 2 p.m.

2 Baguio workers drown in Quezon

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 22:44:00 +0200sunstar (en)

TWO Baguio workers died, four went missing, while one survived after floodwaters submerged a Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) tunnel project at General Nakar, Quezon Province. On August 13, Angat dam’s flood control gate gave away and filled the diversion tunnel of MWSS trapping....

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 22:06:00 +0200courrier-picard (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 21:53:00 +0200lavoixdunord (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 21:39:00 +0200izf (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:43:00 +0200lepopulaire (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Invest 98-L May Be the Next Named Storm

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:23:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

Story Highlights. A tropical disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean may become a tropical depression or storm this week. It is too soon to determine whether this would ever affect the Lesser Antilles next week. A tropical disturbance in the eastern Atlantic Ocean has some potential to develop....

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:23:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:19:00 +0200lyonne-republicaine (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:17:00 +0200lamontagne (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:13:00 +0200laprovence (fr)

Par Leila MACOR avec Fanny ANDRE à Washington. Miami (AFP) - Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:12:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Dans le sud des Etats-Unis, le gouverneur de Louisiane John Bel Edwards a évoqué des inondations "sans précédent" au cours desquelles plus de 20.000 personnes ont été secourues, tandis que 10.000 ont passé la nuit de dimanche à lundi dans des refuges. Quelque 40.

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:09:00 +0200tv5 (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

10 incredible aircraft you won't want to miss at Southport Air Show 2016 Liverpool Echo

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 18:59:00 +0200msn-uk (en)

This year's Southport Air Show promises to enthrall crowds of thousands on the seafront. As the skies of Southport are filled with flocks of migrating birds this autumn, a new, thunderous creature nears... © Provided by Liverpool Echo. In the distance, rolling over the horizon the mighty growling of....

Etats-Unis: des milliers d'évacuation en Louisiane et en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 18:57:00 +0200ladepeche (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l'évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu'en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

19h13 Russie : la pluie à Moscou en plein coeur de l'été bat un record vieux de 130 ans (AFP)

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 18:16:00 +0200lorientlejour (fr)

La pluie torrentielle à Moscou a battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. "Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré" à Moscou avec "un....

USA Des milliers d’évacuations face aux inondations en Louisiane et aux incendies en Californie

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 18:02:00 +0200courrier-picard (fr)

Des pluies torrentielles se sont abattues sur la Louisiane ce week-end provoquant l’évacuation de plus de 20.000 habitants et la mort de six personnes, tandis qu’en Californie, frappée par une sécheresse historique, un nouvel incendie a forcé des milliers de personnes à fuir.

Micronesia (Federated States of): USAID/OFDA - Program summary: Federated states of Micronesia and Republic of the Marshall Islands

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 17:33:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

In November 2008, USAID assumed responsibility for disaster response and reconstruction in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), reflecting the transition of FSM and RMI from U.

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 16:15:00 +0200thehimalayantimes (en)

YANGON : Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than....

Russie: la pluie à Moscou en plein coeur de l'été bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 15:58:00 +0200skynet (fr)

(Belga) Les pluies torrentielles à Moscou ont battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. "Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré" à....

Russie - La pluie bat un record vieux de presque 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 15:52:00 +0200lessentiel-lu-fr (fr)

La pluie torrentielle à Moscou a battu lundi un record qui date de 1887 pour la mi-août. Le Centre météorologique russe annonce des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein cœur de l'été. «Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré» à Moscou avec «un niveau cumulé....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 15:43:00 +0200todayonline (en)

YANGON — Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 15:38:00 +0200in-cyprus (en)

Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than 400,000....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 15:38:00 +0200straitstimesSG (en)

YANGON (REUTERS) - Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland.

Russie: la pluie à Moscou en plein coeur de l'été bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:49:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

(Belga) Les pluies torrentielles à Moscou ont battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. "Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré" à....

La pluie à Moscou bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:42:00 +020024heures (fr)

La pluie torrentielle à Moscou a battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. «Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré» à Moscou avec «un....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:41:00 +0200timesofoman (en)

Yangon: Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than....

Russie: la pluie à Moscou en plein coeur de l’été bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:37:00 +0200metrotime (fr)

Les pluies torrentielles à Moscou ont battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l’été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré à Moscou avec....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:36:00 +0200thestar-my (en)

and wa lone YANGON (Reuters) - Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland.

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:32:00 +0200channelnewsasia (en)

YANGON: Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:32:00 +0200reuters-af (en)

By Aung Hla Tun and Wa Lone YANGON (Reuters) - Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland.

La pluie à Moscou bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:25:00 +0200tdg (fr)

La pluie torrentielle à Moscou a battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. «Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré» à Moscou avec «un....

Flash Flood Threat Spreads North

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:22:00 +0200climate-weather (en)

The heaviest rain has shifted away from flood-ravaged Louisiana, but a threat of flash flooding will still be in play the next few days from Texas to the Ohio Valley, Great Lakes, even parts of the Northeast. (NEWS + PHOTOS: In the near-term, NOAA's Weather Prediction Center says that there is a....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:18:00 +0200reuters (en)

YANGON Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than....

La pluie à Moscou bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:18:00 +0200lematin-CH (fr)

La pluie torrentielle à Moscou a battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein coeur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. «Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré» à Moscou avec «un....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:12:00 +0200reuters-in (en)

YANGON Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland. Weeks of torrential rains have flooded more than....

Russie. La pluie à Moscou en été bat un record vieux de 130 ans

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:12:00 +0200OuestFrance (fr)

La pluie torrentielle à Moscou a battu lundi un record vieux de presque 130 ans pour la mi-août, avec des précipitations se chiffrant à quelques 48 mm, en plein cœur de l'été, a annoncé le Centre météorologique russe. « Un nouveau record historique pour la mi-août a été enregistré » à Moscou avec «....

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:09:00 +0200news-yahoo-in (en)

By Aung Hla Tun and Wa Lone. YANGON (Reuters) - Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland.

Myanmar monsoon floods kill eight, disrupt lives of 400,000

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 14:08:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Aung Hla Tun and Wa Lone. YANGON (Reuters) - Floods caused by monsoon rains have killed at least eight people and disrupted the lives of 400,000 across Myanmar, the government said, a year since the worst floods in decades left thousands homeless and inundated vast tracts of farmland.

Des inondations font sept morts au Vietnam

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 09:57:00 +0200lavenir (fr)

Au moins sept personnes ont perdu la vie et une personne était portée disparue à la suite de graves inondations dans le nord du Vietnam. C’est ce qu’ont annoncé lundi les autorités du pays. Ces inondations sont dues à d’importantes précipitations survenues ces derniers jours.

Des inondations font sept morts au Vietnam

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 09:57:00 +0200skynet (fr)

(Belga) Au moins sept personnes ont perdu la vie et une personne était portée disparue à la suite de graves inondations dans le nord du Vietnam, ont annoncé lundi les autorités du pays. Ces inondations sont dues à d'importantes précipitations survenues ces derniers jours.

Viet Nam: Hanoi learns international lessons to prevent flood

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 09:02:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

“Hanoi will not be flooded!” It is the expectation of many leading experts, professors, doctors on flooding prevention with a lot of projects effectively implemented in Taiwan, Japan , and Malaysia. “Holes” on many stages. According to leading experts in the anti-flooding field from countries in the....

Des inondations font sept morts au Vietnam

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 08:45:00 +0200rtl-BE (fr)

(Belga) Au moins sept personnes ont perdu la vie et une personne était portée disparue à la suite de graves inondations dans le nord du Vietnam, ont annoncé lundi les autorités du pays. Ces inondations sont dues à d'importantes précipitations survenues ces derniers jours.

Des inondations font sept morts au Vietnam

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 08:35:00 +0200metrotime (fr)

Au moins sept personnes ont perdu la vie et une personne était portée disparue à la suite de graves inondations dans le nord du Vietnam, ont annoncé lundi les autorités du pays. Ces inondations sont dues à d’importantes précipitations survenues ces derniers jours. Parmi les sept victimes, trois sont mortes à la suite de glissements de terrain.

Editorial: Building typhoon-resilience

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 05:23:00 +0200sunstar (en)

FOR a country that sits across the typhoon belt, the story of the three little pigs should resonate with an impact beyond the morality created by a childhood fable. The first pig built his house with straw; the second one, with sticks; and the third, with bricks.

Video: Thousands flock to enjoy air show

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 05:13:00 +0200kentonline (en)

Thousands have lined the promenade and are enjoying the sunshine at Kent’s biggest summer air show. Organisers of the Herne Bay Air Show, the Bay Promo Team, have secured a wide range of aircraft to fly over the skies of the town. It includes acrobatic display teams, the RAF Red Arrows, a AVRO....

4 dead as severe floods, landslides ravage northern Vietnam

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 01:24:00 +0200vnexpress (en)

Heavy rains are expected to continue to pound the region on Monday. Heavy rains over the weekend have triggered flash floods and landslides that have left at least four people dead and damaged infrastructures in northern mountainous provinces. As of Sunday, three people have been reported missing and four others were injured.

Thousands flee Philippine floods; 5 killed

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 00:12:00 +0200straitstimesSG (en)

MANILA • Five people have been killed in the Philippines and tens of thousands have fled from floods caused by days of unrelenting rain, rescuers said yesterday. Civil defence officials warned residents of Manila and nearby provinces to expect more heavy seasonal rain over the coming days as more....

Tropical storm Chanthu forms over Pacific Ocean

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 20:15:00 +0200ChinaPost (en)

TAIPEI -- A tropical storm formed over the western Pacific Ocean early Sunday, but Taiwan's Central Weather Bureau (CWB) said it will likely move toward Japan and has little chance of hitting Taiwan. Tropical storm Chanthu , which formed at 2 a.m. over the ocean near Guam, is the seventh storm of the....

Scattered showers today with high near 90

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 14:41:00 +0200tcpalm (en)

ADVISORIES. 4:21 a.m.: Scattered showers and isolated lightning storms will move northwest from south Florida and affect Okeechobee County and the Treasure Coast into mid morning. Isolated showers across the Atlantic may also affect Brevard and coastal Volusia counties later this morning.

Typhoon forms over Pacific Ocean, unlikely to affe...

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 08:19:00 +0200focustaiwan (en)

Taipei, Aug. 14 (CNA) A tropical storm formed over the western Pacific Ocean early Sunday, but Taiwan's Central Weather Bureau (CWB) said it will likely move toward Japan and has little chance of hitting Taiwan. Tropical storm Chanthu (璨樹), which formed at 2 a.m.

Philippines: PRC's Operation Typhoon Hayan builds 2,298 houses

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 07:54:00 +0200reliefWeb (en)

August 12, 2016 Alex A. Lumaque. ROXAS CITY, Capiz, Aug. 12 (PIA6) – Two thousand two hundred ninety – eight houses out of the 2,500 target are already built by the ongoing Typhoon Haiyan Operation of the Philippine Red Cross in the province. “The remaining houses are under construction and up for....

State plea to IIT-BBS on climate change

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 03:05:00 +0200newindianexpress (en)

BHUBANESWAR: The State Government has requested the IIT-Bhubaneswar (IIT-BBS) to set up a coastal observatory and innovation centre for climate change as Odisha is vulnerable to natural calamities like flood, cyclone and tsunami. The Government has decided to provide 40 acres of land at Laudigaon in....

États-Unis : des inondations spectaculaires font trois morts

Sat, 13 Aug 2016 17:20:00 +0200LePoint (fr)

Le sud des États-Unis connaît actuellement un épisode de fortes pluies qui ont provoqué des inondations mortelles en Louisiane et dans le Mississippi, deux des États qui avaient été le plus touchés après le passage de l'ouragan Katrina, en 2005. Cette fois, la catastrophe n'a pas la même ampleur,....

Region 8 thumbs down rerouting of Tacloban flights to Clark

Sat, 13 Aug 2016 16:02:00 +02004-traders (en)

The plan of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to divert Tacloban-Manila flights to Clark International Airport in Pampanga has faced strong opposition from government officials, business leaders, and travellers in Eastern Visayas. The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Eastern....

Virus Zika: les Etats-Unis déclarent l'état d'urgence sanitaire à Porto Rico

Sat, 13 Aug 2016 15:38:00 +0200itele (fr)

Plus de 10.000 personnes ont été infectée par le virus du Zika à Porto Rico, une situation alarmante qui a poussé les autorités américaines a déclarer l'état d'urgence sanitaire sur l'île. Le virus du Zika s'est propagé à une vitesse alarmante sur l'île de Porto Rico : 10.690 cas en seulement sept mois, dont plus de 1.

Harnessing rainwater to address flood woes

Sat, 13 Aug 2016 15:35:00 +0200manilatimes (en)

MALOLOS, Bulacan: The provincial government here said that studies are being conducted to build two water distillation plants at the Calumpit and Hagonoy side of Angat river as plans are underway to construct a mini reservoir at the Candaba swamp in Pampanga province. Bulacan Gov.

Zika: état d'urgence sanitaire à Porto Rico

Sat, 13 Aug 2016 11:22:00 +0200arcinfo (fr)

L'administration américaine a décrété vendredi l'état d'urgence sanitaire à Porto Rico , où 10'690 personnes ont été infectées par le Zika . Le virus, qui peut causer de graves malformations du foetus , fait planer une "menace significative" sur les femmes enceintes.

L'église Saint-Julien dévoile ses trésors

Sat, 13 Aug 2016 06:22:00 +0200lanouvellerepublique (fr)

Elle fait partie du paysage urbain et pourtant nous ne la connaissons pas. Jouxtant les travaux du haut de la rue Nationale, l'église abbatiale de Saint-Julien n'est pourtant pas abandonnée comme on pourrait le croire. On peut même la visiter tous les troisièmes mercredis du mois, avec un guide conférencier.

Adaptation to Climate Change: Need for a Human Rights Approach

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 23:34:00 +0200ipsnews (en)

Aug 12 2016 (The Daily Star, Bangladesh) - The memories of Cyclone Sidr and Aila are fresh in the mind of Razia Begum, a victim of climate change, of Dacope Upazila, Khulna. The standing field crops and houses of her community were destroyed, and they suffered the loss of cattle as well as people who perished in these natural disasters.

Anaa – Visite du haut-commissaire et de la ministre de l’Éducation

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 21:50:00 +0200ladepeche-pf (fr)

L’école Manava Tavahi Roa inaugurée. Le haut-commissaire, René Bidal, a effectué sa première visite officielle à Anaa mercredi, accompagné de la ministre de l’Éducation représentant le président de la Polynésie française, Nicole Sanquer-Fareata. La délégation a été chaleureusement accueillie par....

DSWD assures assistance to all not served by Yolanda funds

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 13:02:00 +0200sunstar (en)

DEPARTMENT of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Judy Taguiwalo and the four regional directors of the Visayas assured assistance to Typhoon Yolanda affected families, who failed to get assistance from the government. Taguiwalo, however, said those who were not assisted including the....

Food insecurity follows floods in Sri Lanka

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 09:38:00 +0200eco-business (en)

Farmers in Watapaluwa village in Sri Lanka’s central province prepare the fields for planting. A new World Food Programme report highlights that natural disasters are pushing food insecurity and malnutrition to a new high in the country. Image: Food shortages brought on by extreme weather events....

Les agents réunionnais d’Orange en renfort en Haute-Savoie

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 08:54:00 +0200la1ere (fr)

5 agents d’Orange de La Réunion ont été envoyés en renfort en Haute-Savoie pour tenter de minimiser l’impact des orages sur le réseau. Dans la région d’Annecy depuis Juillet les interventions sont multipliées par 2 explique Le Dauphiné. La solidarité ne fonctionne pas dans un seul sens.

New Zealand Pledges Support For Natural Disaster Preparedness In Samoa

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 08:08:00 +0200pidp (en)

Training, equipment, awareness programs supported by grant. APIA, Samoa (Samoa Observer, August 11, 2016) – The New Zealand government has announced a new NZ$750,000 (T$1.27m) aid package for Samoa to help the country prepare for natural disasters. Civil Defence Minister Nikki Kaye made the....

Les ouragans menacent l'Atlantique nord

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 07:22:00 +020024heures (fr)

La saison des ouragans s'étend du 1er juin au 30 novembre. Les experts de l'agence américaine océanique et atmosphérique (NOAA) ont estimé qu'il y a 70% de probabilité que leurs prévisions se réalisent. Cinq à huit tempêtes tropicales «devraient se transformer en ouragans», c'est-à-dire atteindre des vents d'au moins 119 km/h.