Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 04:53:00 +0200timesfreepress (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Drone Pilots Will Assist in Florence Relief

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 04:26:00 +0200newsweek (en)

Drone pilots are preparing for recovery relief after Hurricane Florence has passed. Florence has ravaged the Carolinas and is moving through Virginia. A small army of drone pilots have been watching the forecasts and are staging in areas where they will be useful as a part of the disaster response.

The best images from Hurricane Ike

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 02:44:00 +0200houstonchronicle (en)

Dondi Fields, 50, holds on to her dog Sandy Beach after she, the dog and her husband, David Fields, were rescued by officials as they tried to evacuate from their Surfside Beach home with Hurricane Ike approaching. Photo: Julio Cortez, Chronicle Surfside Beach Police Department officials spent the....

Death toll continues to rise in southeastern NC due to Hurricane Florence

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 00:12:00 +0200kxxv (en)

HAMPSTEAD, NC (WECT) - More >> The death toll in North Carolina from Hurricane Florence continues to rise after three people were killed Saturday afternoon. WITN is reporting the Duplin County Sheriff said two people were killed outside Kenansville and the third happened in Kornegay.

Death toll continues to rise in southeastern NC due to Hurricane Florence

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:46:00 +0200kswo (en)

HAMPSTEAD, NC (WECT) - The death toll in North Carolina from Hurricane Florence continues to rise after three people were killed Saturday afternoon. WITN is reporting the Duplin County Sheriff said two people were killed outside Kenansville and the third happened in Kornegay. The sheriff said all three victims were in cars that were swept away.

Death toll continues to rise in southeastern NC due to Hurricane Florence

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:44:00 +0200newschannel6now (en)

HAMPSTEAD, NC (WECT) - The death toll in North Carolina from Hurricane Florence continues to rise after three people were killed Saturday afternoon. WITN is reporting the Duplin County Sheriff said two people were killed outside Kenansville and the third happened in Kornegay. The sheriff said all three victims were in cars that were swept away.

Hurricane Stories Big Dog Ranch Rescue takes in more dogs from the Carolinas

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 20:56:00 +0200cbs12 (en)

LOXAHATCHEE, Fla. (CBS12) — Local animal shelters are taking in more dogs as Florence swamps the Carolinas leaving pet rescue organizations overwhelmed. Big Dog Ranch has taken in about 30 dogs from the Carolinas who needed shelter from the hurricane's path. Now they are preparing to make the trip up to rescue more.

Residents advised to avoid 3800 block of South Van Buren due to major gas leak

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 20:03:00 +0200kxxv (en)

Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort pleaded guilty Friday to two federal crimes after cutting a deal with prosecutors and agreeing to cooperate with the special counsel's Russia probe. More >> Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort pleaded guilty Friday to two federal crimes after....

Power line down in Lorena, approximately 350 customers without power

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 18:59:00 +0200kxxv (en)

LORENA, TX (KXXV) - Lorena police were notified of a power line down on Saturday. According to Lorena police, they have been notified by Oncor that the power line by Old Lorena Road is down. There are approximately 350 customers without power. Oncor is working to restore the power as soon as possible, according to Lorena police.

At least 6 killed in southeastern NC due to Hurricane Florence

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 18:45:00 +0200kswo (en)

HAMPSTEAD, NC (WECT) - Officials have confirmed at least six deaths in southeastern North Carolina due to Hurricane Florence. One person died at a shelter in Brunswick County Thursday morning, according to a spokesperson for the county. Details surrounding the death are unclear, but officials said....

At least 6 killed in southeastern NC due to Hurricane Florence

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 18:40:00 +0200newschannel6now (en)

HAMPSTEAD, NC (WECT) - Officials have confirmed at least six deaths in southeastern North Carolina due to Hurricane Florence. One person died at a shelter in Brunswick County Thursday morning, according to a spokesperson for the county. Details surrounding the death are unclear, but officials said....

TRACKING FLORENCE: How to check for power outages in your area

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 16:53:00 +0200kxxv (en)

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - As Florence approaches the Midlands, many may find themselves without power for a period of time. There are a number of ways to check outage reports if that happens to you: Check your utility's website for an outage map; A number of websites exist, , can also give you updates.

Reality check: Is climate change coming for your beer?

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 16:48:00 +0200cknw (en)

A Belgian brewery that relies on very specific temperatures to get their beer just right is watching the production window get smaller and smaller thanks to climate change. Cantillon Brewery partnered with environment researchers to do a study, the results of which were shared on the Brussels Beer City blog this month.

Woman cited for driving with mannequin in HOV lane

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 16:35:00 +0200live5news (en)

PHOENIX (KNXV/CNN) - An Arizona woman got in trouble with the law after using a mannequin to drive in the high-occupancy vehicle lane. According to police, the 19-year-old driver was spotted on Sept. 7 and she ended up with a $400 ticket. Troopers snapped a shot of the woman's co-pilot in the HOV lane.

Pravasi Bhartiya Divas website launched, Pope Francis in Sicily, and other news in pictures

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 16:14:00 +0200thehindu (en)

One of Rwanda’s most prominent Opposition leaders walked free on Saturday after the government approved the early release of more than 2,100 prisoners with little explanation. Supporters of Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza and the state-run The New Times newspaper posted photos of the Opposition leader....

Reality check: Is climate change coming for your beer?

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 16:06:00 +0200globalnews (en)

A Belgian brewery that relies on very specific temperatures to get their beer just right is watching the production window get smaller and smaller thanks to climate change. Cantillon Brewery partnered with environment researchers to do a study, the results of which were shared on the Brussels Beer City blog this month.

When are grocery stores reopening? Here's how you can check

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 15:50:00 +0200kxxv (en)

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) - As Hurricane Florence dies down and moves through South Carolina, stores throughout the Lowcountry will gradually begin to reopen. One of the biggest immediate needs will be food to replace what people may have thrown out of the freezer before the storm.

TRACKING FLORENCE: How to check for power outages in your area

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 15:13:00 +0200kswo (en)

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - As Florence approaches the Midlands, many may find themselves without power for a period of time. There are a number of ways to check outage reports if that happens to you: Check your utility's website for an outage map; A number of websites exist, , can also give you updates.

Trump says Puerto Rico death toll went up ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 14:25:00 +0200cknw (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 “like magic.

Rwanda frees Opposition leader, Pope Francis in Sicily, and other news in pictures

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 14:15:00 +0200thehindu (en)

Rwanda releases Victoire Ingabire, other prisoners. One of Rwanda’s most prominent Opposition leaders walked free on Saturday after the government approved the early release of more than 2,100 prisoners with little explanation. Supporters of Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza and the state-run The New Times....

Over 116,000 customers across the Grand Strand, Pee Dee in the dark

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 14:13:00 +0200kswo (en)

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) Many areas are reporting power outages as Hurricane Florence is impacting the Grand Strand and the Pee Dee. reports that 523,629 customers across North and South Carolina have lost power as of 8:00 p.m. Friday. Of those customers, 39,672 are in South Carolina. Approximately 8,748 customers in Marion County are without power.

Trump says Puerto Rico death toll went up ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 14:04:00 +0200globalnews (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 “like magic.

Trump Claims Hurricane Maria Death Toll Rose 'Like Magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 12:13:00 +0200news18 (en)

Washington: As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

LE MONDE EN BREF DU SAMEDI 15 SEPTEMBRE

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 11:13:00 +0200aib (fr)

17 LE MONDE EN BREF DU SAMEDI 15 SEPTEMBRE. WILMINGTON - L'ouragan Florence a fait vendredi ses premiers morts aux Etats-Unis, dont une femme et son bébé, les vents violents déracinant des arbres et des pluies torrentielles provoquant des inondations qui ont pris au piège des dizaines d'habitants,....

This is how the world ends: will we soon see category 6 hurricanes?

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 09:04:00 +0200guardian (en)

Two men watch the heavy swell and overcast skies at a western beach in Havana, after Hurricane Frances passed over Florida, 90 miles from the Cuban coast. Photograph: Alejandro Ernesto/EPA. Jeff Masters, one of the most respected meteorologists in America , has begun to wonder publicly about the potential for a category 6 hurricane.

Top Story Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 08:37:00 +0200cbs6albany (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 08:23:00 +0200fox11online (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 08:15:00 +0200triblive (en)

Updated 2 hours ago. WASHINGTON — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 “like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 08:08:00 +0200wlos (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 08:06:00 +0200wsbt (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 08:04:00 +0200tabnak (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 “like magic.

Trump claims Puerto Rico hired researchers to INFLATE death toll from Hurricane Maria

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 07:54:00 +0200dailymail (en)

Trump, whose efforts to help the island territory recover have been persistently criticized, has repeatedly questioned that number of fatalities over the last couple of days. On Thursday Trump accused Democrats of inflating the Puerto Rican toll to make him 'look as bad as possible.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 07:49:00 +0200bakersfieldnow (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 07:44:00 +0200cbs12 (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

FIBA WORLD CUP: Team Pilipinas back at home after grueling Iran trip

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 07:38:00 +0200abs-cbnnews (en)

Basketball FIBA WORLD CUP: Team Pilipinas back at home after grueling Iran trip. By Paul Lintag on Sep 15, 2018 01:22 PM. Instead of arriving late Friday night, Gilas Pilipinas landed in Manila early Saturday where they were greeted by the wrath of super typhoon Ompong.

On eve of Ompong landfall, Cagayan officials tour Palace upon Bong Go invite

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 07:22:00 +0200rappler (en)

TRIP TO MANILA. Cagayan officials visit Malacañang on Friday, September 14, a day before a strong typhoon is set to hit their province. Sourced Photo. A day before Typhoon Ompong (Mangkhut) was set to make landfall in their province, Cagayan's vice governor, some mayors, vice mayors, and provincial....

Mayor warns of major flooding in Myrtle Beach

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 07:13:00 +0200msnbc (en)

You have been successfully added to our newsletter. Mayor warns of major flooding in Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is being hit by Hurricane Florence and rising rivers could cause major flooding. Sep.15.2018 Read More. Mayor warns of major flooding in Myrtle Beach 01:54; Manafort....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 06:44:00 +0200missoulian (en)

FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2017 file photo, Nestor Serrano walks on the upstairs floor of his home, where the walls were blown off, in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. President Donald Trump's assertion on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, that the federal government's response to....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 06:34:00 +0200brownsvilleherald (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 06:27:00 +0200japantoday (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 06:25:00 +0200wacotrib (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 06:22:00 +0200kxxv (en)

By CATHERINE LUCEY, ZEKE MILLER and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press. WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 06:19:00 +0200wsvn (en)

Trump falsely accused Democrats on Thursday of inflating the Puerto Rican toll to make him “look as bad as possible.” He said just six to 18 people had been reported dead when he visited two weeks after the October 2017 storm and suggested that many had been added later “if a person died for any reason, like old age.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:59:00 +0200newswest9 (en)

By CATHERINE LUCEY, ZEKE MILLER and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press. WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:56:00 +0200live5news (en)

By CATHERINE LUCEY, ZEKE MILLER and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press. WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:55:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

WASHINGTON As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 “like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:53:00 +0200wftv (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic' Source: AP

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:52:00 +0200fox13memphis (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:52:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2017 file photo, Nestor Serrano walks on the upstairs floor of his home, where the walls were blown off, in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. President Donald Trump's assertion on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, that the federal government's response to....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:51:00 +0200actionnewsjax (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’ September 14 Updated

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:46:00 +0200theglobeandmail (en)

Trump falsely accused Democrats on Thursday of inflating the Puerto Rican toll to make him “look as bad as possible.” He said just six to 18 people had been reported dead when he visited two weeks after the October 2017 storm and suggested that many had been added later “if a person died for any reason, like old age.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:46:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:41:00 +0200heraldonline (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:41:00 +0200kswo (en)

By CATHERINE LUCEY, ZEKE MILLER and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press. WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:39:00 +0200good4utah (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic' Source: AP

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:39:00 +0200kiro7 (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:37:00 +0200theolympian (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Mueller secures full cooperation, guilty plea from Manafort

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:33:00 +0200msnbc (en)

. Rachel Maddow reports on the amazing twist in the case of Donald Trump's former campaign chairman Paul Manafort who not only agreed to a guilty plea but also agreed to cooperate fully with prosecutors. Sep.15.2018 Read More. Mueller secures full cooperation, guilty plea from Manafort 19:05; Sen.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:33:00 +0200newschannel6now (en)

By CATHERINE LUCEY, ZEKE MILLER and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press. WASHINGTON (AP) - As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and....

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:32:00 +0200charlotteobserver (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose 'like magic'

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:32:00 +0200readingeagle (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) � As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:32:00 +0200therepublic (en)

WASHINGTON As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 “like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:31:00 +0200bradenton (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

Trump claims Hurricane Maria death toll rose ‘like magic’

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:31:00 +0200star-telegram (en)

As Tropical Storm Florence inundated the Carolinas on Friday, President Donald Trump circled back to his claim that the official death toll from a devastating storm a year earlier in Puerto Rico was inflated and said the number of dead seemed to rise from double digits to 3,000 "like magic.

2 hurt as tornado strikes in Marikina

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 05:26:00 +0200inquirer (en)

Two persons were reportedly injured while several buildings were damaged after a tornado struck Barangay Sta. Elena, Marikina City on Friday afternoon. According to a report from the Marikina City Police, local officials including Marikina Mayor Marcelino Teodoro and the police immediately rushed to....

In an especially active hurricane season, could we run out of names? 16 Mins After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder, what happens when we run

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 00:11:00 +0200news4jax (en)

Every year, storms pop up during hurricane season and all of a sudden we have a Katrina, Sandy or Wilma threatening to wreak havoc on us. After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder: What happens when we run out of names? Well, it’s kind of a twofold question. And the answer is, we (kind of) don’t.

In an especially active hurricane season, could we run out of names? 8 Mins After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder, what happens when we run out of names?

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 00:02:00 +0200click2houston (en)

Every year, storms pop up during hurricane season and all of a sudden we have a Katrina, Sandy or Wilma threatening to wreak havoc on us. After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder: What happens when we run out of names? Well, it’s kind of a twofold question. And the answer is, we (kind of) don’t.

In an especially active hurricane season, could we run out of names? 7 Mins After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder, what happens when we run

Sat, 15 Sep 2018 00:02:00 +0200clickondetroit (en)

Every year, storms pop up during hurricane season and all of a sudden we have a Katrina, Sandy or Wilma threatening to wreak havoc on us. After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder: What happens when we run out of names? Well, it’s kind of a twofold question. And the answer is, we (kind of) don’t.

Paul's Extra Point: We're not covering the hurricane for ratings

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 20:15:00 +020012news (en)

Safe to say, none of that is news to us. Still, those messages get pounded into our heads on a near-daily basis via billboards or commercials or health snippets on the local news. Can hearing those warnings over and over get a little annoying? Sure! However, I think we’ve generally accepted those....

PIERS MORGAN: Trump should be focused on preventing Americans from dying in Hurricane Florence

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 19:59:00 +0200dailymail (en)

No US President could surely survive being so extraordinarily callous towards his own people about the most infamous day in the nation’s history? Yet Trump had no such qualms this week about being just as extraordinarily callous towards another group of Americans who’ve suffered just as badly –....

Update on American Flag Hit by Hurricane Florence

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 19:45:00 +0200theepochtimes (en)

It’s not clear what happened American flag that made headlines around the world for resisting the heavy winds of Hurricane Florence for many hours. But the owner of the Frying Pan Tower said that power was lost. Hurricane Florence at that time had Category 2 winds in excess of 100 mph.

Hurricane Florence tracker: Outer bands of storm approach coast of North Carolina

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 17:53:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

Ex-Trump campaign chief Paul Manafort cuts 'cooperation agreement' with Mueller team Hurricane Florence tracker: Outer bands of storm approach coast of North Carolina Hurricane Florence is expected to make landfall Friday morning anywhere from Cape Lookout to Wilmington.

How Puerto Rico's death toll was calculated 10:45 AM EDT Sep 14, 2018

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:52:00 +0200usaToday (en)

A team of researchers spent six months poring over death certificates, speaking to funeral home directors and interviewing doctors to arrive at a death toll of nearly 3,000 people as result of Hurricane Maria's devastation to Puerto Rico, according to the lead author of the study.

On eve of Ompong landfall, Bong Go invites Cagayan officials to Palace tour

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:34:00 +0200rappler (en)

TRIP TO MANILA. Cagayan officials visit Malacañang on Friday, September 14, a day before a strong typhoon is set to hit their province. Sourced Photo. A day before Typhoon Ompong (Mangkhut) was set to make landfall in their province, Cagayan's vice governor, some mayors, vice mayors, and provincial....

Manafort to plead guilty on second set of charges in deal

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:29:00 +0200live5news (en)

(RNN) - Paul Manafort will plead guilty to federal crimes Friday morning. Manafort who was Pres. Donald Trump’s former campaign manager and was under investigation by Special Counsel Robert Mueller. It’s not clear if the plea deal includes Manafort’s cooperation with Mueller’s investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 election.

Longview City Council awards bid for new transportation center

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:08:00 +0200kxxv (en)

LONGVIEW, TX (KLTV) - The Longview City Council has awarded a million-dollar bid for a centralized public transportation hub to a Marshall construction company. The council approved a $1,036,000 bid for Casey Slone Construction at the Thursday evening meeting. The funds will go toward the construction of a public transportation center for the city.

MIL-OSI USA: Faso Sends Letter to New York City DEP on Reservoir Release Schedule Before Arrival of Hurricane Florence

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:06:00 +0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman John Faso (R-Kinderhook New York) Washington, D.C. – Congressman John Faso (R-Kinderhook), yesterday sent a letter to NYCDEP Deputy Commissioner Paul Rush inquiring about the preparedness of the Department to address reservoir levels prior....

Pennsylvania 'can't handle another drop,' but Hurricane Florence to bring 'days of rain'

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:54:00 +0200azcentral (en)

As Hurricane Florence pummels the Carolinas with heavy rain, strong winds and flooding, Pennsylvanians are wondering what the tropical threat will bring to their state. The answer to how much rain Pennsylvania will receive varies from meteorologist to meteorologist, but they all agree rain is coming.

Hurricane Florence: All of Wilmington, North Carolina is without power

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:17:00 +0200nbcnews (en)

. TODAY’s Craig Melvin is on the ground in Wilmington, North Carolina, giving an update on weather conditions as Hurricane Florence hits. Mayor Bill Saffo said the entire city, approximately 200,000 people, is without power in the midst of the storm’s unrelenting rain. Sep.14.2018 Read More.

Strange Skripal Case Becomes Stranger Still

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:07:00 +0200ruvr-en (en)

The two Russians accused by British authorities of being involved in the attempted assassination of Russian double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter sat for an interview yesterday with RT. Alexander Petrov and Ruslan Boshirov say they were simple tourists who had decided to take a day trip to....

Manila batons down as super typhoon Mangkhut arrives

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 10:53:00 +0200asianews-en (en)

About 10 million Filipinos live in the typhoon’s trajectory. In the coming days, the storm will reach the southern coast of China, including Hong Kong, and Vietnam. Floods, landslides and wind damage are emergencies for which authorities have prepared equipment and rescue operations.

Donald Trump accuse les démocrates d'avoir gonflé le bilan de l'ouragan Maria à Porto Rico

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 09:09:00 +0200lejdd (fr)

conteste le bilan officiel de l'ouragan Maria, qui a touché Porto Rico en septembre 2017. "3.000 personnes ne sont pas mortes", a-t-il écrit jeudi sur Twitter. Le président américain, qui martèle depuis des mois que ses équipes ont fait "un travail fantastique" dans ce territoire américain, est....

Trump falsely claims Hurricane Maria death toll was made up by Democrats

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 08:48:00 +0200guardian (en)

A report published in May by the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health said up to 4,600 people were killed and an investigation published in December by the Center for Investigative Journalism found the actual death toll exceeded 1,000 people. The adjustment of the official death toll followed....

Paul Ryan On Massive Hurricane Maria Death Toll: 'Casualties Don't Make A Person Look Bad'

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 08:04:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) on Thursday said he has “no reason to dispute” the official Despite the federal government’s widely panned response to the devastating storm, Ryan on Thursday claimed no one could be blamed for the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the aftermath of Maria. “Casualties don’t make a person look bad,” Ryan told reporters.

États-Unis. Trump nie le bilan officiel de l'ouragan Maria à Porto Rico

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 07:37:00 +0200courrierinternational (fr)

Le président Donald Trump s'adresse aux médias après une séance d'information sur l'ouragan Florence dans le bureau ovale de la Maison-Blanche, à Washington, le 11 septembre 2018. ZACH GIBSON / AFP. L’ouragan de catégorie 5 qui a frappé l’île il y a un an a fait 2 975 morts, selon le dernier bilan officiel.

Treme... Laissez les bons temps rouler !

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 05:58:00 +0200franceinter (fr)

La reconstruction de la Nouvelle Orléans post-Katrina, décrite avec une précision documentaire. "Treme", série américaine centrée un groupe de musiciens afro-américains et créoles dans La Nouvelle-Orléans post-ourgan Katrina © Paul Schiraldi - HBO L’histoire débute 3 mois après le passage de l’ouragan Katrina.

Hurricane Florence downgraded to a Category 1 as it nears landfall

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 05:29:00 +0200cbs17 (en)

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - Coastal and eastern North Carolina is feeling the effects as Hurricane Florence trudges closer and closer to landfall. Its winds dipped to 90 mph, downgrading it to a Category 1 storm. Florence was about 50 miles away from Wilmington and moving at 6 mph as of the National Hurricane Center's 11 p.

UPDATE: Hurricane Florence crawling toward NC coast as gusts top 100 mph

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:27:00 +0200cbs17 (en)

FLORENCE PHOTOS RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - Hurricane Florence remained a Category 2 storm and is within 85 miles of Wilmington, according to the National Hurricane Center's 8 p.m. advisory. It is continuing to creep toward land at 5 mph. The storm's winds continued to dip as they were clocked at 100 mph, as of the NHC's 8 p.

Arson suspected in Arden Hills ice rink warming house fire

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 03:02:00 +0200twincities (en)

A fire started at an Arden Hills ice rink warming house early this month has been confirmed as arson by Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office. No one was injured in the Sept. 1 fire at Hazelnut Park, 3301 New Brighton Road. Officials say no one was seen at or fleeing the scene of the warming house fire.

Stunning images shows 9 major storms threatening Earth 5 minutes ago Hurricane Florence is the most alarming.

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:32:00 +0200newshub (en)

Hurricane Florence, set to lash North Carolina, is just one of many major storms brewing around the globe. In the Atlantic Hurricane Helene is speeding towards Britain and Tropical Storm Isaac is moving towards the Caribbean. There's also a typhoon approaching the Philippines, Super Typhoon....

Congress passes spending deal, bids to avert gov't shutdown

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:22:00 +0200missoulian (en)

FILE - This Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, file photo shows the Capitol in Washington. As a potentially catastrophic hurricane heads for the Carolinas, Congress is moving to avert a legislative disaster that could lead to a partial government shutdown just weeks before the November midterm elections. (AP Photo/J.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:52:00 +0200wkbn (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year’s Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him “look as bad as possible.

How Puerto Rico's death toll was calculated 5:35 PM EDT Sep 13, 2018

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:49:00 +0200usaToday (en)

A team of researchers spent six months poring over death certificates, speaking to funeral home directors and interviewing doctors to arrive at a death toll of nearly 3,000 people as result of Hurricane Maria's devastation to Puerto Rico, according to the lead author of the study.

Congress passes spending deal, bids to avert gov't shutdown

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:44:00 +0200timesdaily (en)

FILE - This Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, file photo shows the Capitol in Washington. As a potentially catastrophic hurricane heads for the Carolinas, Congress is moving to avert a legislative disaster that could lead to a partial government shutdown just weeks before the November midterm elections. (AP Photo/J.

AP FACT CHECK: Trump stirs up a hurricane story

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:18:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

President Donald Trump on Tuesday deemed the federal government's response to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico a year ago “incredibly successful” even though a recent federal report found that nearly 3,000 people died. (Sept. 11) House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., speaks during a news conference, Thursday, Sept.

Republicans dodge, weave around Trump's hurricane tweets

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:18:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., center, talks with House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy of Calif., left, while House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, R-La., speaks during a news conference, Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., attends a news conference, Thursday, Sept.

Hurricane Florence within 100 miles, creeping toward NC at 5 mph

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:04:00 +0200cbs17 (en)

FLORENCE PHOTOS RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - Hurricane Florence remained a Category 2 storm and is within 100 miles of Wilmington, according to the National Hurricane Center's 5 p.m. advisory. It is continuing to creep toward land at 5 mph. The storm's winds continued to dip as they were clocked at 100 mph.

Hurricane Hunters flying into Florence as it heads for the Carolinas

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:58:00 +0200mynews13 (en)

LAKELAND, Fla. -- As Hurricane Florence gets closer to the Carolinas, Hurricane Hunters from the Bay area are flying right into the storm. Hurricane Hunters flying into Florence; NOAA Hurricane Hunters have been flying constantly from Lakeland Linder International Airport, right into Hurricane Florence.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:53:00 +0200therepublic (en)

WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year’s Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him “look as bad as possible.

Congress hopes to OK spending deal, avert possible shutdown

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:53:00 +0200wrcbtv (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - As a potentially catastrophic hurricane takes aim at the Carolinas, Congress is trying to head off a legislative disaster that could lead to a partial government shutdown weeks before the November elections. The House planned to vote Thursday afternoon on a $147 billion package to....

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:50:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year’s Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him “look as bad as possible.

The Latest: Dems go after Trump for disputing PR death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:46:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2017 file photo, Nestor Serrano walks on the upstairs floor of his home, where the walls were blown off, in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. President Donald Trump's assertion on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, that the federal government's response to....

Porto Rico: Trump conteste le bilan officiel de 3000 morts

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:29:00 +0200lexpress (fr)

Le président américain a nié sur Twitter le bilan de l'ouragan Maria en 2017. Il accuse les démocrates d'avoir gonflé les chiffres. Alors que l'ouragan Florence a touché jeudi soir les côtes américaines, Donald Trump a provoqué une autre tempête sur Twitter.

The Latest: GOP lawmaker says Trump 'dishonors' PR dead

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:21:00 +0200wacotrib (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on President Donald Trump's claim that 3,000 people did not die because of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico last year (all times local): 2:35 p.m. Rep. Gerald Connolly of Virginia says that if Democrats win back the House they will investigate the "failures of FEMA and the....

The Latest: GOP lawmaker says Trump 'dishonors' PR dead

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:19:00 +0200missoulian (en)

FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2017 file photo, Nestor Serrano walks on the upstairs floor of his home, where the walls were blown off, in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. President Donald Trump's assertion on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, that the federal government's response to....

19:57 ETATS-UNIS 18 morts ou 3.000? Trump conteste le bilan officiel de l'ouragan Maria Le président américain accuse les démocrates d’avoir gonflé les chiffres pour exploiter politiquement la tragédie...

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:18:00 +020020minutes (fr)

Donald Trump inspecte les dégâts de l'ouragan Maria à Porto Rico, le 3 octobre 2017. — Evan Vucci/AP/SIPA. Après la polémique , voici celle sur le bilan de l’ouragan Maria , qui avait dévasté Porto Rico l’an dernier. Alors que l’ouragan Florence arrive sur les côtes américaines , Donald Trump assure....

WATCH: A closer look at Hurricane Florence -- Sept. 13, 2018 35 Mins Meteorologist Paul Gross hosted a special webcast Thursday afternoon for a closer look at Hurricane Florence.

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:14:00 +0200clickondetroit (en)

Meteorologist Paul Gross hosted a special webcast Thursday afternoon for a closer look at Hurricane Florence. Gross discussed the storm forecast and why focusing on the category levels of a hurricane can be misleading. Even though Florence has been downgraded to a Category 2, and will become a....

President Trump rejects Puerto Rico death toll from Hurricane Maria

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:12:00 +0200abc7ny (en)

Trump's comments drew swift criticism from elected officials and residents of the island, where blackouts remain common, 60,000 homes still have makeshift roofs and 13 percent of municipalities lack stable phone or internet service. Gov. Ricardo Rossello said in a Facebook post in Spanish, "The....

Donald Trump ne croit pas que l’ouragan Maria a fait 3 000 morts à Porto Rico

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:01:00 +0200LeMonde (fr)

A quelques heures de l’arrivée sur les côtes américaines de l’ouragan Florence, jeudi 13 septembre, Donald Trump a ouvert une nouvelle polémique en contestant le bilan officiel de Maria, celui qui avait ravagé l’île de Porto Rico, en septembre 2017. « Trois mille personnes ne sont pas mortes dans les deux ouragans qui ont frappé Porto Rico.

The Latest: GOP lawmaker says Trump 'dishonors' PR dead

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 20:56:00 +0200eagletribune (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on President Donald Trump's claim that 3,000 people did not die because of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico last year (all times local): 2:35 p.m. Rep. Gerald Connolly of Virginia says that if Democrats win back the House they will investigate the "failures of FEMA and the....

CNN’s Cuomo Uses Hurricane Flo To #Brand His Show

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 20:51:00 +0200dailycaller (en)

CNN’s prime time host Chris Cuomo Email performed a costume change during Hurricane Flo. The move came approximately one hour after a few Washington reporters started giving him crap for wearing a “Cuomo Prime Time” hat. Soon the barefoot, Cargo shorts-wearing Cuomo standing on a beach on the....

WATCH LIVE: A closer look at Hurricane Florence 41 Mins Meteorologist Paul Gross will host a special live webcast Thursday afternoon to take a

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 20:28:00 +0200clickondetroit (en)

WATCH LIVE: A closer look at Hurricane Florence Posted: 1:45 PM, September 13, 2018 Updated: 1:45 PM, September 13, 2018. Meteorologist Paul Gross will host a special live webcast Thursday afternoon to take a closer look at Hurricane Florence. Gross will discuss the storm forecast and why focusing....

Florence could bring 'significant rain' to York County on Tuesday

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 20:26:00 +0200yorkdispatch (en)

If Hurricane Florence stays to the east of the Appalachian Mountains after turning northward next week, Pennsylvania could see heavy rainfall. Paul Head, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in State College, said if the storm takes a northeasterly track, the rain will likely arrive in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, Sept.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 20:01:00 +0200gainesville (en)

Puerto Rico's governor last month raised Maria's official death toll from 64 to 2,975 after an independent study found that the number of people who succumbed in the sweltering aftermath had been severely undercounted. WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion....

Paul Ryan On Massive Hurricane Maria Death Toll: 'Casualties Don't Make A Person Look Bad'

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:57:00 +0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

Trump was met with swift backlash earlier Thursday when he denied nearly 3,000 people died after back-to-back hurricanes ravaged Puerto Rico in September 2017, as estimated by a government-commissioned study last month. Citing no evidence, he claimed Democrats made up the numbers to make him “look as bad as possible.

Hurricane Maria's death toll is 'no one's fault,' Ryan says

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:41:00 +0200wsfa (en)

While House Speaker Paul Ryan doesn't agree with President Donald Trump, who disputed that 3,000 died in Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria, he said the deaths were because the storm hit an "isolated island." September 13, 2018 at 12:14 PM CDT - Updated September 13 at 12:14 PM. Hurricane Maria's death toll is 'no one's fault,' Ryan says.

Trump ignites firestorm over number of hurricane-related deaths in Puerto Rico

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:32:00 +0200foxnews (en)

Puerto Rican Gov. Ricardo Rossello said in a Facebook post in Spanish, "the victims of Puerto Rico, and the people of Puerto Rico in general, do not deserve to be questioned about their pain." San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz, a Democrat who has sparred with Trump multiple times, tweeted that "Trump is so vain he thinks this is about him.

Paul Heggen's noon forecast Hurricane Florence

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:20:00 +0200cbs17 (en)

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The Latest: Gutierrez says Trump 'dead wrong' on death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:18:00 +0200missoulian (en)

President Donald Trump speaks during a Congressional Medal of Honor Society Reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2017 file photo, Nestor Serrano walks on the upstairs floor of his home, where the....

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:16:00 +0200bostonherald (en)

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year's Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him "look as bad as possible.

House Speaker Ryan doesn't dispute Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:07:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., speaks during a news conference, Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, in Washington. Behind him are House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, R-La., and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., right. Ryan is rejecting President Donald Trump's assertion an official government death toll for last year’s hurricane in Puerto Rico is wrong.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:58:00 +0200seattletimes (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year’s Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him “look as bad as possible.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll Source: AP

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:53:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year's Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him "look as bad as possible.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll Source: AP

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:44:00 +0200kiro7 (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year's Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him "look as bad as possible.

Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll Source: AP

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:43:00 +0200fox13memphis (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected the official conclusion that nearly 3,000 people died in Puerto Rico from last year's Hurricane Maria, arguing without evidence that the number was wrong and calling it a plot by Democrats to make him "look as bad as possible.

Trump falsely claims Hurricane Maria death toll was made up by Democrats

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:40:00 +0200guardian (en)

Carmen Yulín Cruz (@CarmenYulinCruz) This is what denial following neglect looks like: Mr Pres in the real world people died on your watch. YOUR LACK OF RESPECT IS APPALLING! “Thousands of americans, our diaspora & latinos that came to PR to care for us and become advocates for our people deserve better than this,” she continued.

The Latest: Paul Ryan rejects Trump's claim death toll wrong

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:39:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

President Donald Trump speaks during a Congressional Medal of Honor Society Reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2017 file photo, Nestor Serrano walks on the upstairs floor of his home, where the....

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:12:00 +0200whig (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people from Virginia to Georgia, especially residents of the coast and flood-prone areas inland, have had to decide whether to stay or go. Here are snapshots from the region: A FINAL GLASS OF WINE.

17h46 Trump conteste le bilan officiel de l'ouragan Maria à Porto Rico AFP

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:10:00 +0200la-croix (fr)

Balayant d'un revers de manche les chiffres officiels, Donald Trump a rejeté jeudi le bilan de près de 3.000 morts à Porto Rico liés à l'ouragan Maria et accusé, sans la moindre preuve, les démocrates d'avoir artificiellement gonflé les chiffres. "3.000 personnes ne sont pas mortes dans les deux....

Trump conteste le bilan officiel de l'ouragan Maria à Porto Rico

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:00:00 +0200lexpress (fr)

Washington - Balayant d'un revers de manche les chiffres officiels, Donald Trump a rejeté jeudi le bilan de près de 3.000 morts à Porto Rico liés à l'ouragan Maria et accusé, sans la moindre preuve, les démocrates d'avoir artificiellement gonflé les chiffres. 3.

The Latest: Puerto Rico governor affirms Maria death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 17:58:00 +0200wacotrib (en)

House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., attends a news conference, Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, in Washington. Ryan is rejecting President Donald Trump's assertion an official government death toll for last year’s hurricane in Puerto Rico is wrong. The Wisconsin Republican says he has "no reason to dispute" a....

House Speaker Ryan doesn't dispute Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 17:55:00 +0200reuters-uk (en)

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan said on Thursday he had “no reason” to dispute Puerto Rico’s official death toll of 3,000 from last year’s Hurricane Maria, speaking after his fellow Republican President Donald Trump accused Democrats of inflating the death toll to make the president look bad.

Hurricane Florence Airline Delays and Cancellations

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 17:36:00 +0200newsweek (en)

Hurricane Florence, currently rated a Category 2 storm, is heading for the East Coast, affecting airports and flights in the Mid-Atlantic region. The storm was expected to hit the Carolinas on Thursday or Friday, while states like Georgia, Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky will likely experience....

Ouragan à Porto Rico : Donald Trump ne croit pas au bilan officiel de 3 000 morts

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 17:33:00 +0200LeMonde (fr)

À quelques heures de l’arrivée sur les côtes américaines de l’ouragan Florence, jeudi 13 septembre, Donald Trump a ouvert une nouvelle polémique en contestant le bilan officiel de Maria, celui qui avait ravagé l’île de Porto Rico, en septembre 2017. « 3 000 personnes ne sont pas mortes dans les deux ouragans ayant frappé Porto Rico.

House Speaker Ryan doesn't dispute Puerto Rico death toll

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 17:24:00 +0200reuters (en)

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan said on Thursday he had “no reason” to dispute Puerto Rico’s official death toll of 3,000 from last year’s Hurricane Maria, speaking after his fellow Republican President Donald Trump accused Democrats of inflating the death toll to make the president look bad.

L'ouragan Maria a tué 2975 Portoricains, mais Trump crie à la manipulation: "il y avait 6 à 18 morts"

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 16:46:00 +0200huffingtonpost-fr-fr (fr)

ÉTATS-UNIS - a nié jeudi le bilan officiel de près de 3000 morts à Porto Rico , territoire américain, liées à l'ouragan Maria il y a un an, estimant que les démocrates ont gonflé le chiffre pour lui nuire. "3000 personnes ne sont pas mortes dans les deux ouragans ayant frappé Porto Rico.

La touchante attention de Vin Diesel pour l'anniversaire du Paul Walker

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 15:55:00 +0200parismatch (fr)

En 2013, Paul Walker perdait la vie dans un accident de la route à 40 ans. Sa mort brutale et soudaine a ému le monde entier. L'acteur Vin Diesel , qui a partagé avec l'acteur décédé l'affiche de plusieurs films de la franchise «Fast and Furious», lui rend régulièrement de vibrants hommages et a....

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:55:00 +0200wcfcourier (en)

Residents who live along North Carolina's vulnerable coastline are doing what they can to prepare for Hurricane Florence. (Sept. 12) Virginia residents are pitching in to help each other by filling up sandbags as they prepare for Hurricane Florence. (Sept.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:27:00 +0200siouxcityjournal (en)

Residents who live along North Carolina's vulnerable coastline are doing what they can to prepare for Hurricane Florence. (Sept. 12) Virginia residents are pitching in to help each other by filling up sandbags as they prepare for Hurricane Florence. (Sept.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:03:00 +0200newsok (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people from Virginia to Georgia, especially residents of the coast and flood-prone areas inland, have had to decide whether to stay or go. Here are snapshots from the region: A FINAL GLASS OF WINE.

Millions along the coast prepare as monster storm approaches Source: WSOC

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 13:50:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia - especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast - must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Super Typhoon Mangkhut and six other storms threatening chaos around the world – from Hurricane Florence to Tropical Storm Olivia

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 13:32:00 +0200scmp (en)

As Hong Kong braces for the what could be the most intense storm to hit the city since records began, six other storms are also brewing or have raised alarm in other parts of the world. is joined on the tempestuous list by Barijat, Florence, Olivia, Isaac, Helene and Joyce. Tropical Depression Paul recently blew out.

What to do if you want to file a claim for typhoon damage assessment

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 12:17:00 +0200pnc (en)

Guam – According to Jo Ann Charfauros from the Mayor’s Council of Guam, residents interested in filing claims for Typhoon Mangkhut damage can head to their village mayor’s office. District mayors have claim assessment forms that residents can fill out to begin the assessment process.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 08:36:00 +0200ajc (en)

Tesh, who works in IT for UNC-Wilmington, said she and her husband have been making trips back and forth to carry valuables to her parents' house on the mainland in Wilmington, where they are going to ride out the storm. "We started out with anything that cost over $200.

Hurricane Florence: Millions on the U.S. coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:44:00 +0200thehindu (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:30:00 +0200wacotrib (en)

Hours before a mandatory evacuation took effect, Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, resident Phoebe Tesh paused between loading her car to have a glass of wine on the steps of the house where she and her husband rent an apartment. "We just love it down here so much we want to spend as time as we can," she said.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:20:00 +0200sunherald (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:16:00 +0200tribtown (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:11:00 +0200dailyjournal (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:02:00 +0200ChinaPost (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:01:00 +0200kansas (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0200theolympian (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches Source: AP

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:59:00 +0200wsoctv (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia - especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast - must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:58:00 +0200bradenton (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:56:00 +0200therepublic (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Satellite image shows nine potentially deadly storms around the globe

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:55:00 +0200nzherald (en)

Since the hurricane season began this summer, there have been nine named storms in the Atlantic, which is above average, Klotzbach said. There have been 15 identified storms in the Pacific since the hurricane season began. On Twitter and Facebook, users reacted to Jamaica Weather's satellite image....

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:55:00 +0200newsok (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:55:00 +0200nzherald (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:54:00 +0200heraldonline (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:52:00 +0200thenewstribune (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Thursday September 13, 2018 12:29 AM Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:44:00 +0200readingeagle (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia � especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast � must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:44:00 +0200star-telegram (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:42:00 +0200islandpacket (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:37:00 +0200startribune (en)

Purchase: Order Reprint As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:36:00 +0200charlotteobserver (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Millions on the US coast prepare as monster storm approaches

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 06:36:00 +0200miamiherald (en)

As Hurricane Florence approaches the Southeastern U.S. coast, millions of people in the path of are frantically preparing for the monster storm. Residents in states from Virginia to Georgia — especially those who live in flood-prone areas or on the coast — must decide whether to stay or go. For some, the choice was easy.

Many Major Airports Are Near Sea Level. A Disaster in Japan Shows What Can Go Wrong.

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 04:29:00 +0200nytimes (en)

He spent close to 36 hours trying to find a way off the flooded island, a task further complicated by a ship that ripped from its moorings and crashed into the bridge from the airport to Osaka, severely damaging the roadway. The threat from rising waters comes as a reckoning for an industry that....

Food, shelter on the way as Guam recovers from Mangkhut 8:23 PM EDT Sep 12, 2018

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 02:59:00 +0200guampdn (en)

Food, clothing, housing and other types of help are on the way to about 300 adults and children seeking temporary shelter at the Astumbo gym in Dededo, as well as other families throughout the island whose houses were also knocked down by Typhoon Mangkhut on Monday.

#ICYMI: A robot bartender, Blanc unrepentant, and more news from Wednesday

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 02:50:00 +0200montrealgazette (en)

In Case You Missed It (#ICYMI) is a daily feature highlighting news in and around Montreal. Shapes of things to come? A Montreal bar has enlisted what’s being touted as “the world’s first interactive professional robot bartender.” It does it have a gender? is called R1-B1 and doesn’t take tips, apparently.

Hurricane Florence forces animal evacuations 54 mins ago

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 23:51:00 +0200wptv (en)

Dogs being evacuated to South Florida because of Hurricane Florence Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. People aren't the only ones evacuating ahead of Hurricane Florence.

Don Paul

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 22:56:00 +0200buffalonews (en)

Don Paul is a frequent contributor on weather/climate for The Buffalo News. He is also a staff meteorologist for WKBW and a former chief meteorologist for WIVB. By Wed, Sep 12, 2018. Don Paul Typically, as a hurricane nears the coast, its track forecast cone of uncertainty narrows.

Hurricane Florence forces animal evacuations

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 22:48:00 +0200wptv (en)

Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. People aren't the only ones evacuating ahead of Hurricane Florence. Dozens of animals from shelters in both North and South Carolina are now in West Palm Beach. And they'll stay here until they are adopted.

Hurricane Florence is just one of nine deadly storms

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 22:45:00 +0200dailymail (en)

Hurricane Helene is currently a Category 2 storm that's unlikely to make landfall; instead, it's expected to drift out into the Atlantic after it hit cooler waters. Tropical Storm Isaac was downgraded from hurricane status on Tuesday, but still packs winds of 60 mph, so the National Hurricane Center....

Hurricane Florence: Why do storms and hurricanes have names?

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 21:13:00 +0200dailymail (en)

But just why exactly do storms and hurricanes have names? As Hurricane Florence takes aim at the United States with potentially catastrophic results, here’s a look at why hurricanes and tropical storms are named the way they are as well as the hurricane names for the 2018 season and information about Hurricane Florence.

Don Paul: Danger mounts as Florence grows, slows, then turns

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 20:51:00 +0200buffalonews (en)

Typically, as a hurricane nears the coast, its track forecast cone of uncertainty narrows. In the case of extremely dangerous Hurricane Florence, that is precisely what happens until … this monster draws near the coastline. As of this midday Wednesday writing, Florence is moving WNW at 15 mph, with top winds of 130 mph.

NASA sees Paul become a remnant low pressure area

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 20:22:00 +0200eurekalert (en)

IMAGE: NASA's Aqua satellite found Tropical Depression Paul a swirl of clouds when it passed overhead on Sept. 12 at 6:35 a.m. EDT (1035 UTC). Credit: Credit: NASA/NRL. Former Tropical Storm Paul lost its strength and appeared as a swirl of clouds on infrared imagery from NASA. At 5 a.m. EDT on Sept.

Storm Off Texas Coast Could Become Tropical Depression

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:46:00 +0200theepochtimes (en)

A storm system swirling in the Gulf of Mexico off the Texas Coast shows a growing chance of becoming a dangerous tropical storm. While the rest of the nation is focused on the impending landfall of Hurricane Florence, Texans have their own developing storm system to watch.

Typhoon Ompong threatens Batang Pinoy games

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:39:00 +0200sunstar (en)

WITH BARELY two days to go and an impending weather disturbance, the Batang Pinoy national finals will push through as scheduled. In an advisory, the Philippine Sports Commission and the City Government of Baguio jointly decided to move the opening of the games to September 17, 2018 instead of....

Official: Rota Health Clinic has enough medical supplies

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:17:00 +0200marianasvariety (en)

COMMONWEALTH Healthcare Corp. Chief Executive Officer Esther Muna said there is an adequate supply of medicine at the Rota Health Clinic. She said before Typhoon Mangkhut hit Rota on Monday, they had sent medical supplies to the health center. “Our team is monitoring the island’s needs to ensure....

Food, shelter on the way as Guam recovers from Mangkhut 4:51 AM EDT Sep 12, 2018

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 11:35:00 +0200guampdn (en)

Food, clothing, housing and other types of help are on the way to about 300 adults and children seeking temporary shelter at the Astumbo gym in Dededo, as well as other families throughout the island whose houses were also knocked down by Typhoon Mangkhut on Monday.

Talking the Tropics With Mike: Florence to reach Jacksonville, Florida latitude late Wed.

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 06:19:00 +0200actionnewsjax (en)

By: Michael Buresh Updated: Sep 12, 2018 - 12:15 AM. STAY INFORMED: Get the (free) First Alert Weather app LOCAL - JACKSONVILLE & VICINITY - FLORENCE IMPACTS: *An easterly swell at our beaches from distant Florence which will include a heightened rip current risk through Wednesday. * Thereafter - Thu.

Charlotte homeless concerned over potential flooding, lack of shelter space

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 05:37:00 +0200wbtv (en)

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - As the Charlotte area inches closer to Hurricane Florence’s impact on the area, officials have not said what, if anything, will be done to help Charlotte’s homeless. Phillips works with Charlotte’s homeless community. She says they are asking her what they will do when the impending storm comes their way.

Hurricane Florence: Airline cancellations have begun 5:22 PM EDT Sep 11, 2018

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 23:22:00 +0200usaToday (en)

The first flight cancellations for Hurricane Florence have begun as the storm continues to track toward the Carolina coast. Already, more than 90 flights have been preemptively canceled for Wednesday and another 66 for Thursday, FlightAware.com reported at 4:45 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

How to Pack an Emergency Kit for Any Disaster

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 23:21:00 +0200nytimes (en)

As evacuations begin for the “ Monster ” hurricane Florence to make ground in the Southeast, it is a reminder that it’s never too early to talk with friends and family about their emergency plans. Those plans should also include an emergency go-bag, no matter where in the world you live.

Hurricane evacuation shelters open in SC ahead of Florence

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:42:00 +0200live5news (en)

AIKEN, SC (WFXG) - UPDATE: According to the Aiken County Public School District Facebook page, " Following a mid-morning news conference today, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster rescinded the mandatory school closing and will allow Aiken County Public Schools to open its doors to students,....

Fatal Collision victims identified

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:41:00 +0200live5news (en)

AIKEN COUNTY, SC (WFXG) - A 26-year-old Augusta man was killed Tuesday morning in a 2-vehicle crash in Warrenville, South Carolina. It happened in the 1400 block of Augusta Road near Warren Street around 5:40 a.m. Aiken's Chief Deputy Coroner Darryl Ables said Tron D.

House keeps on schedule despite hurricane threat

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:11:00 +0200washtimes (en)

House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., and House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., confer during a news conference following a closed-door GOP meeting on immigration, on Capitol Hill in Washington on June 13, 2018. (Associated Press) **FILE** By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times - Tuesday, September 11, 2018.

What a hurricane hunter saw flying over Florence

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 16:05:00 +0200wptv (en)

As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

Le changement climatique menace les aéroports les plus fréquentés au monde

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:44:00 +0200express-live (fr)

La récente inondation de l'aéroport international de Kansai au Japon suite à un typhon a permis de visualiser une nouvelle menace du changement climatique. L'élévation du niveau de la mer constitue un nouveau risque pour les aéroports de faible altitude du monde entier, ces derniers pouvant à....

What a hurricane hunter saw flying over Florence

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:39:00 +0200abcactionnews (en)

As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

NASA finds wind shear affecting Tropical Storm Paul

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:37:00 +0200eurekalert (en)

IMAGE: At 2:30 a.m. EDT (0630 UTC) on Sept. 10, 2018 the MODIS instrument aboard NASA's Aqua satellite looked at Tropical Storm Paul in infrared light. MODIS found coldest cloud tops... Credit: NASA/NRL. Infrared imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite showed that newly developed tropical storm Paul in the Eastern Pacific is dealing with wind shear.

What a hurricane hunter saw flying over Florence

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:10:00 +0200newschannel5 (en)

As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

What a hurricane hunter saw flying over Florence

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:09:00 +0200wkbw (en)

As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

Don Paul

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 14:38:00 +0200buffalonews (en)

Don Paul is a frequent contributor on weather/climate for The Buffalo News. He is also a staff meteorologist for WKBW and a former chief meteorologist for WIVB. By Mon, Sep 10, 2018. Don Paul As of this writing at noon Monday, what had been Tropical Storm Florence on Sunday has been undergoing....

TalkingtheTropicsWithMike#x3a;HurricaneFlorencemakingturnmorenorthwestfarE#x2e;ofJacksonville

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 14:13:00 +0200actionnewsjax (en)

*An easterly swell at our beaches from distant Florence which will include a heightened rip current risk through Wednesday. * Thereafter - Thu./Fri./Sat. - primary impacts look to be a breeze & very rough seas/surf & rip currents. * Stay up to date on the latest & potentially changeable forecasts.

Fatal Collision with on SC-421 and Warren Street in Aiken Co.

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 14:08:00 +0200live5news (en)

At 5:57 Tuesday morning, there was a collision with injuries reported on SC Highway 421 (Augusta Road) and Warren Street. You may want to take an alternative route this morning. Stay with FOX 54 as we update you on the collision and the condition of the driver(s). Copyright 2018 WFXG. All rights reserved.

Hurricane Florence eyes Carolinas, first watches issued

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:56:00 +0200newschannel6now (en)

(RNN) - People along the Carolinas are bracing for a major hurricane heading their way later this week. Located about 975 miles east-southeast of Cape Fear, NC, Hurricane Florence was packing maximum-sustained winds of 140 mph and moving to the west-northwest at 15 mph, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported.

Hurricane Florence eyes Carolinas, first watches issued

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:56:00 +0200newswest9 (en)

(RNN) - People along the Carolinas are bracing for a major hurricane heading their way later this week. Located about 975 miles east-southeast of Cape Fear, NC, Hurricane Florence was packing maximum-sustained winds of 140 mph and moving to the west-northwest at 15 mph, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported.

Astumbo gym remains open for those displaced by typhoon

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:41:00 +0200pnc (en)

JOINT INFORMATION CENTER JIC Recovery Release No. 7 September 11, 2018 6 p.m. ChST) TYPHOON MANGKHUT UPDATE: Tier II Shelter OPEN, located at Astumbo Gym. All Guam Department of Education (GDOE) emergency shelters have been closed and began the transition back in preparation of classes to resume on Thursday, September 13, 2018.

Hurricane Florence eyes Carolinas, first watches issued

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:41:00 +0200kswo (en)

(RNN) - People along the Carolinas are bracing for a major hurricane heading their way later this week. Located about 975 miles east-southeast of Cape Fear, NC, Hurricane Florence was packing maximum-sustained winds of 140 mph and moving to the west-northwest at 15 mph, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported.

Hurricane Florence eyes Carolinas, first watches issued

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:41:00 +0200wsfa (en)

One of the first steps to being prepared for a hurricane or other disaster is making an emergency kit. More >> One of the first steps to being prepared for a hurricane or other disaster is making an emergency kit. More >> (RNN) - People along the Carolinas are bracing for a major hurricane heading their way later this week.

Hurricane Florence eyes Carolinas, first watches issued

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:39:00 +0200kxxv (en)

One of the first steps to being prepared for a hurricane or other disaster is making an emergency kit. More >> One of the first steps to being prepared for a hurricane or other disaster is making an emergency kit. More >> (RNN) - People along the Carolinas are bracing for a major hurricane heading their way later this week.

Hurricane Florence eyes Carolinas, first watches issued

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:36:00 +0200live5news (en)

Located about 975 miles east-southeast of Cape Fear, NC, Hurricane Florence was packing maximum-sustained winds of 140 mph and moving to the west-northwest at 15 mph, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported. A storm surge watch was issued Tuesday morning from Edisto Beach, SC, to the North....

'It's just a heck of a storm,' Florence hurricane hunter says 42 Mins As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing.

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 10:00:00 +0200clickondetroit (en)

(CNN) - As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

'It's just a heck of a storm,' Florence hurricane hunter says 7 Mins As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing.

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:25:00 +0200news4jax (en)

(CNN) - As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

'It's just a heck of a storm,' Florence hurricane hunter says 5 Mins As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing.

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:22:00 +0200click2houston (en)

(CNN) - As Paul Flaherty flew over Hurricane Florence, he didn't like what he was seeing. The storm was getting stronger and stronger. It grew from a tropical storm to a Category 4 hurricane in 72 hours. Flaherty, flight director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hurricane Hunters, saw the eye wall forming.

Cumberland County residents bracing for Florence as memories of Hurricane Matthew linger

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 01:08:00 +0200wral (en)

Community leaders in Fayetteville and Cumberland County are gearing up for what could be a catastrophic storm. That's what happened here on Pennystone Drive in Cumberland County two years ago when Hurricane Matthew roared through the area, displacing 22 families from their homes.

Forecasters Expect ‘Rapid Intensification’ of Hurricane Florence

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 23:57:00 +0200nytimes (en)

Forecasters on Sunday upgraded Tropical Storm Florence to a hurricane, saying it was strengthening and taking aim at North and South Carolina, where it could make landfall by the end of the week. “We expect a rapid intensification of Florence tomorrow,” Dennis Feltgen, a spokesman for the National Hurricane Center, said on Sunday.

S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster orders state offices, schools closed in Aiken County beginning Tuesday

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 22:23:00 +0200aikenstandard (en)

S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster has ordered the closure of state offices and public schools in 26 counties – including Aiken County – ahead of Hurricane Florence's landfall. The closings will go into effect Tuesday, McMaster said Monday afternoon during a hurricane update and briefing. State Sen.

Florence strengthens to Category 4 hurricane, SC coast to be evacuated

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 21:27:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

The storm will likely make landfall Thursday and governors of several Southeast states are urging residents to prepare. About 1 million people have been ordered to flee the entire South Carolina coast beginning Tuesday. "It's going to be inconvenient but we don't want to risk one South Carolina life in this hurricane," South Carolina Gov.

Don Paul: Hurricane Florence will be disastrous

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 20:41:00 +0200buffalonews (en)

As of this writing at noon Monday, what had been Tropical Storm Florence on Sunday has been undergoing what is known as rapid intensification and is already classified as a Major Hurricane, at Category 4. This was just confirmed by a midday hurricane hunter flight.

Florence strengthens into Category Four Hurricane: NHC

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 18:43:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - Florence has strengthened further into a Category Four hurricane in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said in its latest advisory on Monday. The system is located about 1,230 miles (1,985 km) east southeast of Cape Fear in North Carolina, packing maximum sustained....

Hurricane Florence strengthens to powerful Category 4 as it takes aim at East Coast

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 18:23:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

GRAPHIC: Weather graphic shows Tropical rainfall due to Hurricane Florence. "We here in North Carolina are bracing for a hard hit," North Carolina Gov. Ray Cooper said at a news conference Monday. The state has issued mandatory evacuations. "This storm is strong and it's getting stronger," Cooper said.

IBHS Offers Guidance as American Coastlines Prepare

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 18:01:00 +0200marketwatch (en)

Residents along the Eastern Seaboard of the United States should be preparing now for Hurricane Florence, expected to hit later this week. South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia have each declared a State of Emergency based on the storm’s current conditions.

Hurricane Florence "Nightmare Scenario" Could Be "Worst Natural Disaster" For Carolinas And Virginia

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 16:27:00 +0200zerohedge (en)

is heading for the Carolinas. Florence will likely be a major hurricane. This is happening folks. If you or anyone you know is in the path of this storm, preparations need to be completely finished by Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/VX2xVJy9eJ — Ed Vallee ⯑ Vallee Wx Consulting ⯑ (@EdValleeWx)....

Hurricane Florence at Category 2 strength, could intensify as it targets Carolinas

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:49:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

On this path, Florence will move over very warm Atlantic waters with favorable upper-level winds for rapid intensification. Florence should be a major Category 3 hurricane later Monday morning, and a Category 4 storm, with winds of 140 mph, by Tuesday. By Tuesday night, it is projected to be nearly a Category 5 storm with winds near 150 mph.

Okkodo High and Upi Elementary shelters to open up for Typhoon Mangkhut

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:46:00 +0200pnc (en)

TYPHOON MANGKHUT UPDATE: Okkodo High School and Upi Elementary to open as additional shelters. Due to the need to house additional persons, especially in the northern area, plans are underway to open the Okkodo High School (OHS) and Upi Elementary School (UES) as emergency shelters by 9 a.m. today.

5 hurricanes and a tropical storm are swirling across the northern hemisphere right now

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:27:00 +0200mlive (en)

Hurricanes and tropical storms are numerous right now in the northern hemisphere's Atlantic and Pacific oceans. As of 7:00 a.m. Monday, there were five hurricanes and a tropical storm in action. The Atlantic Ocean has three hurricanes being tracked. Hurricanes Helene, Isaac and Florence are swirling in the Atlantic.

Hurricane Florence reaches Category 2 strength as it targets the Carolinas

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:18:00 +0200ABCnews (en)

There are three active hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. On this path, Florence will move over very warm Atlantic waters with favorable upper-level winds for rapid intensification. Florence should be a major Category 3 hurricane later Monday morning, and a Category 4 storm, with winds of 140 mph, by Tuesday.

How to get help after the storm 7:44 AM EDT Sep 10, 2018

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 13:49:00 +0200guampdn (en)

Power problems. During and after a tropical storm, the island wide power system may experience unstable voltage fluctuations. If you detect voltage fluctuations such as extremely bright lighting or very dim lighting emanating from lamps or lights, immediately unplug your sensitive appliances which....

Florence strengthening as it barrels toward the Southeast coast

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 02:43:00 +0200bostonglobe (en)

NEW YORK Forecasters on Sunday upgraded Tropical Storm Florence to a hurricane, saying it was strengthening and taking aim at North and South Carolina, where it could make landfall by the end of the week. “We expect a rapid intensification of Florence tomorrow,” Dennis Feltgen, a spokesman for the National Hurricane Center, said Sunday.

Soaking Rain May Slow AM Commute

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 01:22:00 +0200wkbw (en)

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) - Flood WATCH in place for Allegany and Cattaraugus County from late Sunday until early Tuesday morning. Flood WATCH already in effect for our PA viewing area through Monday. Wind Advisory for S.Erie and Chautauqua Counties from 1AM Monday until 11AM Monday. Southeast winds between 20-25mph likely with gusts near 50mph.

Hurricane Florence Strengthening and Targeting the Southeast Coast, Forecasters Say

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 23:48:00 +0200nytimes (en)

Forecasters on Sunday upgraded Tropical Storm Florence to a hurricane, saying it was strengthening and taking aim at North and South Carolina, where it could make landfall by the end of the week. “We expect a rapid intensification of Florence tomorrow,” Dennis Feltgen, a spokesman for the National Hurricane Center, said on Sunday.

Florence, now a hurricane, is one of many threats to the Atlantic and Pacific

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 22:44:00 +0200newsok (en)

A slew of dangerous storms – hurricanes, tropical storms and a typhoon — are currently traveling over both the Atlantic and Pacific. The National Hurricane Center has issued advisories for the Atlantic on Hurricane Florence, and two tropical storms, Helene and Isaac.

Rain Advances VERY Slowly Northward

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 21:12:00 +0200wkbw (en)

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) - Flood WATCH in place for Allegany and Cattaraugus County from late Sunday until early Tuesday morning. Flood WATCH already in effect for our PA viewing area through Monday. Wind Advisory for S.Erie and Chautauqua Counties from 1AM Monday until 11AM Monday. Southeast winds between 20-25mph likely with gusts near 50mph.

WATCH LIVE: Gov. McMaster to update public on potential impact to SC from Hurricane Florence

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 20:51:00 +0200kswo (en)

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a press conference alongside state officials Sunday afternoon to provide the public with the latest updates on Hurricane Florence’s potential impacts on the state. The conference is set to begin at 2:00 p.m.

Tropical Storm Gordon: Tornado rips through Kentucky damaging homes and leaving 1,500 without power

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 16:48:00 +0200themirror (en)

A ferocious tornado caused by Tropical Storm Gordon has ripped through parts of eastern US, damaging buildings, cars and cutting power supplies. Dramatic footage shows stormy weather batter parts of Daviess County, Kentucky, near the border with Indiana, on Saturday. It shows the tornado tear over houses and roads in the largely rural area.

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to U.S. East Coast

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 04:43:00 +0200euronews-en (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night, as forecasters warned that the storm would bring life-threatening rip currents to the U.S. East Coast before possibly making landfall next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean....

Florence could become hurricane strike on U.S. East Coast: NHC

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 04:06:00 +0200wsau (en)

By Joseph Ax. (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night and then rapidly intensify on Sunday as it headed for a possible landfall on the U.S. East Coast next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean about 810 miles (1,305 km)....

Florence could become hurricane strike on U.S. East Coast -NHC

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 02:34:00 +0200trust (en)

(Adds details from latest NHC advisory, U.S. Navy) By Joseph Ax. Sept 8 (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night and then rapidly intensify on Sunday as it headed for a possible landfall on the U.S. East Coast next week.

Florence could become hurricane strike on U.S. East Coast: NHC

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 01:05:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

By Joseph Ax. (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night and then rapidly intensify on Sunday as it headed for a possible landfall on the U.S. East Coast next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean about 810 miles (1,305 km)....

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to U.S. East Coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 20:55:00 +0200firstpost (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night, as forecasters warned that the storm would bring life-threatening rip currents to the U.S. East Coast before possibly making landfall next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean....

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to US East Coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 19:40:00 +0200channelnewsasia (en)

REUTERS: Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night, as forecasters warned that the storm would bring life-threatening rip currents to the U.S. East Coast before possibly making landfall next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean about....

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to U.S. East Coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 19:38:00 +0200wsau (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night, as forecasters warned that the storm would bring life-threatening rip currents to the U.S. East Coast before possibly making landfall next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean....

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to U.S. East Coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 19:30:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane by Saturday night, as forecasters warned that the storm would bring life-threatening rip currents to the U.S. East Coast before possibly making landfall next week. Florence was spinning across the Atlantic Ocean....

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to eastern U.S. coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 17:17:00 +0200trust (en)

Sept 8 (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane on Sunday, and forecasters warned that the storm could still make landfall somewhere along the U.S. eastern seaboard late next week. Early on Saturday, Florence was spinning its way across the Atlantic Ocean....

Florence expected to become hurricane on way to eastern U.S. coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 16:56:00 +0200news-yahoo (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane on Sunday, and forecasters warned that the storm could still make landfall somewhere along the U.S. eastern seaboard late next week. Early on Saturday, Florence was spinning its way across the Atlantic Ocean more....

Full Article: Florence expected to become hurricane on way to eastern U.S. coast

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 16:35:00 +0200wsau (en)

(Reuters) - Tropical Storm Florence was expected to strengthen back into a hurricane on Sunday, and forecasters warned that the storm could still make landfall somewhere along the U.S. eastern seaboard late next week. Early on Saturday, Florence was spinning its way across the Atlantic Ocean more....

Many major airports are near sea level: A disaster in Japan shows what can go wrong

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 04:48:00 +0200straitstimesSG (en)

TOKYO (NYTIMES) - As a powerful typhoon tore through Japan this week, travellers at Kansai International Airport looked out on a terrifying void: Where there should have been the runway, they saw only the sea. They also saw what could be a perilous future for low-lying airports around the world,....

Olivia drops to a Category 2 hurricane as Norman becomes a tropical storm

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 23:40:00 +0200HonululuAdvertiser (en)

UPDATE: 11 a.m. Both Olivia and Norman continued to weaken today, the latter becoming a tropical storm while the former dropped back down to a Category 2 hurricane. No longer a major hurricane, Olivia was located about 1,375 miles east of Hilo and 1,550 east of Honolulu while packing maximum....

St Kitts and Nevis Government Rehabilitates 900 Homes Via Hurricane Relief Fund

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 23:27:00 +0200adnkronos (en)

St Kitts and Nevis' government announces that 900 families have benefited from assistance through the Hurricane Relief Fund - the brainchild of Prime Minister Timothy Harris. A cash injection worth $11.5m has so far helped those affected by Hurricane Irma and Maria restore their homes.

‘Pay close attention’ to Hurricane Olivia as it moves toward Hawaii, forecasters say

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 22:06:00 +0200HonululuAdvertiser (en)

UPDATE: 9:20 p.m. Hurricane Olivia remained on an unsteady path toward the islands and could arrive next week as a tropical storm with wind speeds between 39 to 74 mph, said Henry Lau, a forecaster with the National Weather Service in Honolulu. “The track may still change,” Lau said. “It’s way too early to call.

Many major airports are near sea level. A disaster in Japan shows what can go wrong.

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 20:56:00 +0200seattletimes (en)

As a powerful typhoon tore through Japan this week, travelers at Kansai International Airport looked out on a terrifying void: Where there should have seen the runway, they saw only the sea. They also saw what could be a perilous future for low-lying airports around the world, increasingly....

Many major airports are near sea level. A disaster in Japan shows what can go wrong.

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 19:37:00 +0200thespec (en)

"We know that there are going to be impacts. And we expect those impacts to become serious," said Michael Rossell, deputy director-general at Airports Council International, a group representing airports from across the world. "Recognizing the problem is the first step, and recognizing the severity is the second.

A disaster in Japan shows what can go wrong at many major airports near sea level

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 16:44:00 +0200expressindia (en)

As a powerful typhoon tore through Japan this week, travelers at Kansai International Airport looked out on a terrifying void: Where there should have seen the runway, they saw only the sea. They also saw what could be a perilous future for low-lying airports around the world, increasingly....