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Slow Hurricane Season Expected

Wed, 27 May 2015 23:07:00 +0200

Views of inundated areas of New Orleans following breaking of the levees surrounding the city as the result of storm surge from Hurricane Katrina (2005). Credit: NOAA. As the 10th anniversary of the busiest hurricane season on record approaches, forecasters and government officials are preparing for the start of the 2015 season.

Environment Canada's Canadian Hurricane Centre is ready for the 2015 hurricane season

Wed, 27 May 2015 20:00:00 +0200

Environment Canada's Canadian Hurricane Centre is ready for the 2015 hurricane season. May 27, 2015 Halifax, Nova Scotia Environment Canada. The Canadian Hurricane Centre (CHC) is encouraging Canadians to prepare for the 2015 hurricane season. The United States’ National Oceanic and Atmospheric....

Here’s What The 2015 Atlantic Hurricane Season Will Look Like

Wed, 27 May 2015 19:00:00 +0200

Atlantic Hurricane Season Predictions 2015: What’s In Store For Gulf Coast And The Caribbean? Meteorologists expect a relatively mild 2015 Atlantic hurricane season. Pictured on Oct. 17, 2014, is Hurricane Gonzalo, one of the strongest storms ever to hit Bermuda. Reuters. The Caribbean and U.S.

Indian Ocean storms weaken

Tue, 26 May 2015 18:33:00 +0200

Two tropical cyclones that have been producing severe weather conditions in the southern Indian Ocean are now beginning to dissipate. Tropical Cyclone Chedza formed in the Mozambique Channel before moving southeastwards across the island of Madagascar. Chedza brought heavy rain to the island and was accompanied by winds of more than 90kph.

Japan pledges millions to fight climate change in the Pacific

Mon, 25 May 2015 08:49:00 +0200

Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has pledged more than $US450 million in aid to help Pacific countries fight climate change and natural disasters. The funding package was announced at the end of PALM, a two-day summit with the leaders of 14 Pacific nations in Iwaki.

Japan pledges millions to fight climate change in the Pacific

Mon, 25 May 2015 08:37:00 +0200

After dangerous season in 2014, Ocean City hoping for calm seas this summer

Sun, 24 May 2015 15:12:00 +0200

It's the time of year when the sounds of crickets, lawn mowers and ice cream truck jingles fill the air. But at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, summer is marked by the whir of medevac helicopters. "It's trauma season," said Kari Cheezum, the hospital's trauma program manager.

Japan pledges US$453 to fight climate change in the Pacific

Sat, 23 May 2015 10:49:00 +0200

Japan's Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, has pledged US$453 million in aid to the Pacific to help the countries fight climate change and natural disasters. The pledge was made at the end of the Pacific Island Leaders Meeting between Japan and the leaders of 14 Pacific nations.

The US Is Testing a Storm Surge Warning System for Hurricanes

Fri, 22 May 2015 14:21:00 +0200

The wall of wind-driven ocean that accompanies a hurricane is called a "surge" for a reason: This isn't a gentle rising of the water level, it's violent and destructive-sometimes more so than the hurricane's winds. This hurricane season, for the first time, the National Hurricane Center will be....

Cyclone-hit Solomans now hit by strong earthquake

Fri, 22 May 2015 02:39:00 +0200

. One News Friday 22nd May, 2015. Source: ONE News/USGS A magnitude-6 earthquake has struck near the Solomon Islands' capital Honiara this morning. The quake was measured by the US Geological Survey at a depth of 10km, 56km southeast of Honiara, and struck at 7:32am NZT.

The US Is Testing a Storm Surge Warning System for Hurricanes

Wed, 20 May 2015 03:08:00 +0200

The wall of wind-driven ocean that accompanies a hurricane is called a “surge” for a reason: This isn’t a gentle rising of the water level, it’s violent and destructive—sometimes more so than the hurricane’s winds. This hurricane season, for the first time, the National Hurricane Center will be....

Bangladesh joins Qatar’s natural disaster response drills with Tunisia, Italy

Mon, 18 May 2015 18:34:00 +0200

Bangladesh, which is one of the most vulnerable countries to natural disaster, joined the multinational exercise on Monday alongside Tunisia and Italy. A post-cyclone monstrous scene has been created at the Al Wakra, close to Doha, with the sea shore littered with debris, cars, and houses blown away by the cyclone.

Weather Gang: Global warming fueling fewer but stronger hurricanes, study says

Mon, 18 May 2015 17:59:00 +0200

Scientists at Florida State University are looking at the connection between hurricanes and our warming world from a new perspective. (NASA) Warmer ocean temperatures appear to be fueling more intense hurricanes at the expense of the overall number of storms, says a new study published today Over....

Hopes of Good Monsoon Rise as El Nino Threat Downgraded

Sun, 17 May 2015 17:22:00 +0200

Hopes of a good monsoon in India have risen with the easing of the El Nino conditions in the Pacific Ocean. El Nino in the Pacific Ocean, which was building up in the past month, has receded, stated Australian Bureau of Meteorology on Tuesday. Generally, El Nino causes weak monsoon in India.

Bangladesh: CBDRR Annual Report 2014

Sun, 17 May 2015 14:23:00 +0200

2. Executive summary. The community-based disaster risk reduction (CBDRR) programme is conceived and developed to support the disaster risk reduction (DRR) of vulnerable communities in one flood, one cyclone-prone and two water-logged districts of Jamalpur, Bhola, Satkhira and Jessore.

Nurse who saved lives in Nargis honoured

Sat, 16 May 2015 10:19:00 +0200

When the catastrophic Cyclone Nargis touched down in 2008, nurse Sa Naing Naing was working at the Haigyi Island hospital in Irrawaddy Division, where his actions helped to save the lives of 26 people. On 12 May he was announced as a recipient of the Florence Nightingale Medal from the International Committee of the Red Cross (IRCRC).

NASA satellite captures Typhoon Dolphin passing over Guam

Sat, 16 May 2015 00:09:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam, May 15 (UPI) -- NASA's MODIS camera recently captured Typhoon Dolphin hovering just north of Guam. The storm passed across the Northern Marianas on Friday, sustaining winds of 109 miles per hour. The center of the typhoon passed over the Rota Channel, which is just 25 miles from the....

Fitch Rates Catastrophe Bond Long Point Re III Ltd. Ser 2015-1 Class A Notes 'BB-sf'; Outlook Stable

Fri, 15 May 2015 18:40:00 +0200

)--Fitch Ratings has assigned a rating to the Series 2015-1 Principal At-Risk Variable Rate Notes issued by Long Point Re III Re Ltd., a Cayman Islands exempted company licensed as a Class C insurer, as follows: --$300,000,000 Class A Notes expected to mature May 23, 2018 'BB- sf'; Rating Outlook Stable.

Vanuatu: Pacific: Tropical Cyclone Pam International appeal n° MDR55001 Operations update n° 2

Fri, 15 May 2015 15:45:00 +0200

Summary: Tropical Cyclone Pam slammed Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, on Friday 13 March 2015, with Category V strength – the highest level rating for a severe tropical cyclone. The eye of the cyclone passed 25 km south-west of Tanna, Vanuatu’s southernmost province, with winds reaching an estimated speed of 250 kph.

Typhoon Dolphin Expected To Pass Between Guam, Rota

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:17:00 +0200

Schools closed, government work stopped in advance of storm. By Frauleine S. Villanueva. SAIPAN, CNMI (Saipan Tribune, May 15, 2015) – Commonwealth residents are being urged to prepare for the brunt of Typhoon Dolphin as it continues to move closer to the islands and is anticipated to traverse between Rota and Guam later today.

Mark Schleifstein, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune

Thu, 14 May 2015 20:41:00 +0200

Hurricane and environment reporter Mark Schleifstein has been with NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune since 1984. His stories were among those honored with 2006 Public Service and Breaking News Pulitzer Prizes for Katrina coverage. mschleifstein@nola.com. Posted on on May 14, 2015, 1:22PM.

Constructing buildings not quake resistant is a crime: Nitish

Wed, 13 May 2015 23:06:00 +0200

PATNA: Taking up safe construction as a mission besides public awareness and education was described by experts as the best two-pronged approach for disaster risk reduction (DRR) even as chief minister Nitish Kumar said constructing buildings which are not quake resistance is not only suicidal but also a crime.

Aussie scientists declare El Nino onset, forecast ‘substantial’ weather extremes

Wed, 13 May 2015 02:48:00 +0200

SYDNEY – Australian scientists Tuesday forecast a “substantial” El Nino weather phenomenon for 2015, potentially spelling deadly and costly climate extremes, after officially declaring its onset in the tropical Pacific. El Nino had been expected last year when record-breaking temperatures made 2014 the hottest in more than a century.

El Niño will be ‘substantial’ warn Australian scientists

Tue, 12 May 2015 20:13:00 +0200

SYDNEY, Australia - Australian scientists Tuesday forecast a "substantial" El Niño weather phenomenon for 2015, potentially spelling deadly and costly climate extremes, after officially declaring its onset in the tropical Pacific. El Niño had been expected last year when record-breaking temperatures made 2014 the hottest in more than a century.

Philippines: Tropical Cyclones NOUL and DOLPHIN - ECHO Daily Map | 12/05/2015

Tue, 12 May 2015 17:41:00 +0200

Philippines, Japan - Tropical Cyclone NOUL. NOUL (known in the Philippines as DODONG), after having reached the north-eastern tip of Luzon on 10 May, as an intense Typhoon, turned north-east and started weakening. It passed over the Batanes islands (Philippines) and the Japanese islands of Yaeyama....

El Niño will be ‘substantial’ warn Australian scientists

Tue, 12 May 2015 13:37:00 +0200

SYDNEY: Australian scientists Tuesday forecast a “substantial” El Niño weather phenomenon for 2015, potentially spelling deadly and costly climate extremes, after officially declaring its onset in the tropical Pacific. El Niño had been expected last year when record-breaking temperatures made 2014 the hottest in more than a century.

Australian scientists warn El Nino will bring extreme weather patterns this year

Tue, 12 May 2015 12:18:00 +0200

Australian scientists on Tuesday forecast a “substantial” El Nino weather phenomenon for 2015, potentially spelling deadly and costly climate extremes, after officially declaring its onset in the tropical Pacific. El Nino had been expected last year when record-breaking temperatures made 2014 the hottest in more than a century.

El Nino will be 'substantial' warn Australian scientists

Tue, 12 May 2015 12:00:00 +0200

El Nino had been expected last year when record-breaking temperatures made 2014 the hottest in more than a century. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology said while the thresholds were not met until now it was expected to be a significant event. The Japan Meteorological Agency also confirmed the....

El Nino will be 'substantial', warn Australian scientists

Tue, 12 May 2015 09:58:00 +0200

SIDS Vulnerable To Climate Change

Tue, 12 May 2015 00:47:00 +0200

The recent destruction by Cyclone Pam and Super Typhoon Maysak has once again highlighted the unique vulnerability of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to the impacts of climate change, and their limited capacity and resources to respond and recover.

Five dead after tornadoes hit Arkansas, Texas, South Dakota

Mon, 11 May 2015 20:16:00 +0200

The severe weather injured 26 people, some critically, and damaged about 30% of the buildings in the city, which is about 70 miles east of Dallas, officials said. At least three people have life-threatening injuries. "Damages range from completely destroyed homes, damaged homes, to trees and power....

Typhoon 'Noul' hits Philippines

Mon, 11 May 2015 04:00:00 +0200

Julie M. Aurelio and Melvin Gascon | Philippine Daily Inquirer. Publication Date : 11-05-2015. Thousands flee home as Officials warn of landslides and floods. Typhoon “Dodong” slammed into northern Luzon on Sunday, snapping communication lines, downing trees and sending thousands of people fleeing to safer grounds, authorities reported.

Tornadoes in the heartland

Sat, 09 May 2015 16:38:00 +0200

When a twister tears through the American landscape, it can be both a terrifying sight and a catastrophic occurrence; destroying homes, businesses and, often, lives in its wake. And unfortunately, as we enter tornado season, Mother Nature's wrath becomes increasingly fierce and frequent.

Forecasters warn of tropical storm as Ana nears US southeast

Sat, 09 May 2015 03:53:00 +0200

This NOAA satellite image shows subtropical storm Ana, expected to move toward the southeastern US over the next 48 hours, on May 8, 2015. It's not even hurricane season yet but forecasters on Friday issued the year's first tropical storm warning for Ana, which threatens to rain on Mother's Day in the southeastern United States.

AirAsia Berhad : joins Global Efforts in Aid of Nepal with #ToNepalwithLove Campaign

Fri, 08 May 2015 05:01:00 +0200

KUALA LUMPUR, 6 MAY 2015. AirAsia Foundation today announced its second fund-raising drive this year to join global efforts in aid of Nepal after the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake of Apr 25, 2015. The campaign, which will take place from May 6 to May 22, 2015, will see donation boxes made....

Vodafone Foundation deploys emergency

Fri, 08 May 2015 01:32:00 +0200

Last week the Vodafone Foundation offered immediate assistance to the victims of the Nepal earthquake by flying in the 'Instant Network Mini', a portable 'mobile network in a backpack', to the Kathmandu Valley in order to help restore communications in some of the worse affected areas.

Palmyra fruit sellers in despair

Wed, 06 May 2015 03:20:00 +0200

The very severe cyclone Hudhud, which ravaged the city and district on October 12, 2014, hit Palmyra fruit sellers. The cyclone had destroyed thousands of Palmyra trees. While the taller trees and their crowns were destroyed by the gales, their shorter cousins withstood the fury of the cyclone providing some solace to the traders and sellers.

Palmyra fruit sellers in despair

Wed, 06 May 2015 02:55:00 +0200

Weather alert: Storms moving across South Florida

Tue, 05 May 2015 20:59:00 +0200

South Florida is getting a soaking Tuesday, with storms expected through the day and much of the week. In case you have any doubt, forecasters put the chance of rain at 70-100 percent. The only good thing about the wet weather: a slight cool-down, with the high temperature expected to be shy of 80.

Weather alert: Storms moving across South Florida

Tue, 05 May 2015 18:27:00 +0200

South Florida is getting a soaking Tuesday morning, with storms expected through the day and much of the week. In case you have any doubt, forecasters put the chance of rain at 70-100 percent. The only good thing about the wet weather: a slight cool-down, with the high temperature expected to be shy of 80.

Tropical storm threatens Bicol region

Tue, 05 May 2015 17:07:00 +0200

Tropical storm “Dodong” (international name Noul) is still outside the`Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) but has gained strength and expected to enter the country on Thursday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Tuesday.

Tropical Storm Dodong gains strength

Tue, 05 May 2015 04:38:00 +0200

MANILA -- Tropical Storm Dodong (international name: Noul) is still outside the`Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) but has gained strength and expected to enter the country on Thursday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said on Tuesday.

Solomons Landowner Company Reportedly Buys Gold Mine

Tue, 05 May 2015 04:36:00 +0200

Troubled Gold Ridge allegedly purchased for $100. By Pacific affairs reporter Liam Fox, Jemima Garrett. MELBOURNE, Australia (Radio Australia, May 4, 2015) – A landowner company in Solomon Islands has bought the troubled Gold Ridge mine for just $100 from Australian gold miner Saint Barbara.

Latest humanitarian snapshot highlights earthquakes in Nepal, China and Papua New Guinea

Mon, 04 May 2015 15:31:00 +0200

NEPAL. Over one week after the earthquake hit, the government reports more than 7,276 people killed and over 14,362 injured. More than 190,000 houses completely destroyed and almost 174,000 partially damaged. 7,276 people killed. 190,000 houses destroyed.

Landowner pays $100 for troubled Solomon Islands mine Gold Ridge from Australian miner

Mon, 04 May 2015 15:12:00 +0200

A landowner company in Solomon Islands has bought the troubled Gold Ridge mine for just $100 from Australian gold miner Saint Barbara. Production at the mine has been suspended since April last year after it was found to have an extremely high level of contaminated water in its tailing dam following flash floods.

Landowner pays $100 for troubled Solomon Islands mine Gold Ridge from Australian miner

Mon, 04 May 2015 14:58:00 +0200

Nepal: Asia and the Pacific: Weekly Regional Humanitarian Snapshot (27 Apr - 4 May 2015)

Mon, 04 May 2015 13:30:00 +0200

Tropical storm expected to enter PAR by Thursday

Mon, 04 May 2015 07:29:00 +0200

MANILA -- The tropical depression outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) has intensified into a tropical storm, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said on Monday. Pagasa defines a tropical storm as moderate tropical cyclone with....

Nepal: One week on and the earth is still shaking…

Sun, 03 May 2015 01:23:00 +0200

Jane Carter, 02 May 2015. It was last Saturday that the first earthquake struck, and one week on, many communities are reportedly still without assistance. There is a general perception that much initial support focused on Kathmandu at the expense of more remote rural areas.

Ocean fronts improve climate and fishery production, study finds

Fri, 01 May 2015 22:50:00 +0200

Credit: Tiago Fioreze / Wikipedia. A recent study by the University of Georgia found that ocean fronts—separate regions of warm and cool water as well as salt and fresh water—act to increase production in the ocean. Brock Woodson, an assistant professor in the UGA College of Engineering, said that....

Bihar quake: CM Nitish Kumar's colleagues to donate their salary

Fri, 01 May 2015 13:55:00 +0200

Patna : A day after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar donated one month's salary for the earthquake victims in the state, his cabinet colleagues, JD-U legislators and MPs will follow the suit in a day or two, officials said on Friday. Nitish Kumar donated his one month's salary of Rs.1 lakh on Thursday.

Permalink to Mt Everest climbs to resume next week

Fri, 01 May 2015 01:03:00 +0200

KATHMANDU: Climbing will reopen on Mount Everest next week after damage to routes caused by avalanches that were set off by a huge earthquake, one of which killed 18 climbers at base camp, senior officials said on Thursday. “Next week, expeditions will continue,” said Tulsi Prasad Gautam, chief of....

Hurricane drought? Scientists debate on Twitter

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 19:28:00 +0200

A map showing all of the North Atlantic storm tracks from 2006 to 2013, color coded by intensity. A new study finds that the U.S. experienced a hurricane "drought" over the last nine years, with no storms of category 3 or higher making landfall. (NOAA) Wednesday's release of a scientific study....

Magnitude-3.4 quake shakes buildings across Los Angeles

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 17:42:00 +0200

The U.S. Geological Survey says the magnitude-3.4 quake hit at 7:01 a.m. near Carson. The significant depth of 8½ miles meant fewer people were likely to feel it. But there were more than 2,000 reports on the Geological Survey's website of people feeling the quake.

Weather Gang: What’s driving our major hurricane landfall drought? Study says it’s just dumb luck.

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 16:45:00 +0200

It’s been nearly a decade since the last major hurricane, category 3 or stronger, has made landfall in the U.S. That’s not to say that we haven’t seen any strong or destructive storms — hurricanes Ike in 2008 and Sandy in 2012, for example — but in terms of brute tropical strength washing ashore, the coastal U.

Magnitude-3.6 quake shakes buildings across Los Angeles

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 16:40:00 +0200

Three earthquakes up to magnitude-4.2 and nearly a half-dozen aftershocks jolted northern Idaho, with residents from Washington state to Montana saying they felt the tremors. Experts say a bigger earthquake along the lesser-known fault that gave Southern California a moderate shake could do more....

Major hurricane 'drought' for U.S.?

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 02:53:00 +0200

A map showing all of the North Atlantic storm tracks from 2006 to 2013, color coded by intensity. A new study finds that the U.S. experienced a hurricane "drought" over the last nine years, with no storms of category 3 or higher making landfall in the continental United States. (NOAA) By Email the author on April 29, 2015 at 7:46 PM.

Online Fact-Checking Tool Gets a Big Test with Nepal Earthquake

Tue, 28 Apr 2015 23:41:00 +0200

Shortly after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal on Saturday, social media services lit up with unverified reports of people trapped and buildings damaged. But how could humanitarian organizations know where to respond first? How could they know which accounts were actually true? To weed out false....

Russia's Typhoon Armored Vehicles to Finish Operational Testing in 2015

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:33:00 +0200

14:50 27.05.2015(updated 14:52 27.05.2015) Russia's brand new Typhoon armored vehicles will undergo final operational service tests in 2015, the director of the department of digital design systems of OJSC KAMAZ told RIA Novosti. Russia's Ministry of Defense will decide on the mass production of Typhoons following the trials, Aleksey Purtov added.

Weather Gang: Why the U.S. desperately needs weather satellite data from China and Russia, but Congress says no

Wed, 27 May 2015 16:55:00 +0200

The U.S. military’s eyes in the skies over the turbulent Middle East will go partially dark in 2017 and it faces the prospect of a critical gap in weather data. Both China and Russia will generate comparable data, but Congress has made clear the U.S. cannot – as a matter of security – receive data from these nations.

Threats to school buildings also include termites, landslides, lack of funds

Wed, 27 May 2015 16:24:00 +0200

Tags: Department of Education While the Department of Education and the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology are warning about the possible damage a strong earthquake could do to schools in Metro Manila, a number of school buildings in different provinces are in danger of collapsing due to other threats.

Ambassador Goldberg turns over new facilities in Tacloban

Tue, 26 May 2015 13:51:00 +0200

When US President Barrack Obama assumed office in 2008, one of his plans was to implement a “Pivot to Asia” policy that aims to rebuild ties by shifting economic, diplomatic, and military sources from the US to Southeast Asian (SEA) nations. It finally took effect in 2011 and since then, SEA has seen a major increase of support and aid from the US.

See into the eye of a storm in 3D: Nasa satellites captures stunning image of typhoon Dolphin

Mon, 25 May 2015 22:21:00 +0200

When Dolphin was a typhoon on May 16, NASA's CloudSat satellite completed a stunning eye overpass of Typhoon Dolphin in the West Pacific at 0412 UTC (12:12 a.m. EDT). The overpasses are extremely rare, Nasa said. 'This was one of several direct eye overpasses CloudSat has completed during the last nine years in orbit.

See into the eye of a storm in 3D: Nasa satellites captures stunning image of typhoon Dolphin

Mon, 25 May 2015 21:44:00 +0200

ASEAN Regional Forum Disaster Relief Exercises 2015 kicks off

Mon, 25 May 2015 17:56:00 +0200

ALOR SETAR, Malaysia, May 25 (Xinhua) -- The ASEAN (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Regional Forum (ARF) Disaster Relief Exercises (DiREx) 2015 co-chaired by China and Malaysia kicked off here on Monday which would involve over 3,000 participants from 21 ARF members and eight regional and international organizations.

The Big Picture: NASA images typhoon eye in stunning detail

Mon, 25 May 2015 16:49:00 +0200

NASA's CloudSat has imaged the eye of a category 4 typhoon, a feat the space agency likened to a "golfer hitting a hole in one." Its cloud-penetrating radar has a field of view of just .5 square miles, making it a challenge to zone in on such a tiny, fast-moving target.

The Big Picture: NASA images typhoon eye in stunning detail

Mon, 25 May 2015 16:41:00 +0200

Typhoon Haiyan survivors donate to victims of Nepal quake

Mon, 25 May 2015 10:57:00 +0200

Full coverage: 8.1-Magnitude Quake Hits Central Nepal As Nepal still reeling from tremors that shook the country in the last few weeks, rebuilding the country will prove to be a massive challenge. Aid continues to pour in. Some of the unlikeliest donors have come from the Philippines.

A Rare Glimpse Into the Eye of Typhoon Dolphin

Mon, 25 May 2015 00:52:00 +0200

To remote sensing scientists, peering directly into the eye of a tropical storm is like hitting a hole in one. That’s exactly what NASA’s CloudSat satellite did on May 16th, completing a stunning overpass of Typhoon Dolphin as the category 4 storm churned across the west Pacific. Image: NASA Earth Observatory.

A Rare Glimpse Into the Eye of Typhoon Dolphin

Mon, 25 May 2015 00:45:00 +0200

To remote sensing scientists, peering directly into the eye of a tropical storm is like hitting a hole in one. That's exactly what NASA's CloudSat satellite did on May 16th, completing a stunning overpass of Typhoon Dolphin as the category 4 storm churned across the west Pacific. Image: NASA Earth Observatory.

GFD now issuing permits for burning green waste

Sun, 24 May 2015 19:02:00 +0200

Transfer stations open to accept typhoon-damage solid waste WITH maximum sustained winds peaking at 84 mph in northern Guam, Typhoon Dolphin was strong enough to sever branches of decades-old trees or uproot them entirely. After the rain stopped, Guam residents were left with more green waste to....

Using technology to help world’s poorest

Sat, 23 May 2015 08:15:00 +0200

One of the reasons that I’m so optimistic about human nature is because I’ve seen how the world responds to natural disasters. I know that may sound strange, but think about what happened after Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines in November 2013. Within just six months, the International Red....

Hundreds still homeless after Typhoon Dolphin

Fri, 22 May 2015 09:36:00 +0200

It's become apparent that the worst fallout from last week's Typhoon Dolphin was not in downed trees or downed power lines - but in downed homes. Hundreds left homeless still continue to feel the wrath of storm. Lori Quichocho is a mother, grandmother, and head of a household.

CloudSat analyzed the eye of Typhoon Dolphin

Thu, 21 May 2015 19:37:00 +0200

NASA's CloudSat satellite sends pulses of microwave energy through the clouds, and some of the energy in the pulses is reflected back to the spacecraft. The time delay between when the pulse is sent and when the reflected energy is received back at the spacecraft is mapped into a distance of the....

About 240 Guam residents still living at storm shelter

Thu, 21 May 2015 19:34:00 +0200

The temporary shelter in Agana Heights for people displaced by Typhoon Dolphin closed yesterday, but the Tamuning gymnasim shelter remains open. Martin Benavente, the governor's designee who oversees displaced residents' transition to recovery, said the Agana Heights gym closed as a typhoon shelter....

Philippines: Resilience amidst natural and man-made disasters

Thu, 21 May 2015 16:37:00 +0200

"During Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan), we were told to evacuate, so we moved to my in-law's house up the hill. When it was over, we came back and our house was gone, completely washed away. The same thing with the crops – the bananas, cassava and sweet potatoes – we rely on these for food and they were....

Nepal quakes: How medics race to avert a health crisis

Thu, 21 May 2015 11:07:00 +0200

Nepal was brought tumbling down through a series of disasters beyond its control. The collapse of buildings may have ceased -- for now -- but the lives of Nepal's residents remain at risk with the deluge of health consequences now facing them. "The first priority is immediate medical services for....

LGUs leave disaster funds unused COA

Thu, 21 May 2015 07:41:00 +0200

Tags: Super Typhoon Yolanda The Philippines is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, but local government units (LGUs) tend to leave their calamity funds unused, a recent Commission on Audit (COA) report has revealed. COA’s assessment on Philippine disaster management practices in....

Red Cross Helps CNMI Residents In Wake Of Typhoon

Thu, 21 May 2015 04:17:00 +0200

News Release. American Red Cross Saipan, CNMI. May 21, 2015 Red Cross Helps CNMI Residents In Wake Of Typhoon. The American Red Cross quickly launched a relief operation as Typhoon Dolphin passed through the Marianas last weekend. With trained volunteer disaster responders on Saipan, Rota, and....

Typhoon winds destroy banana farmers' crops

Wed, 20 May 2015 19:36:00 +0200

Guam's farmers are working to recover from damage wrought by Typhoon Dolphin, which hit the island with high winds, especially in the north. Among the most affected are the island's banana farmers, like Bernard Watson, of Yigo. Typhoon Dolphin took out eight acres of his banana crop, a little over 4,000 trees, he said.

Red Cross helps NMI residents in the wake of Typhoon Dolphin

Wed, 20 May 2015 18:37:00 +0200

(Press Release) — The American Red Cross quickly launched a relief operation as Typhoon Dolphin passed through the Marianas last weekend. With trained volunteer disaster responders on Saipan, Rota and Tinian, the Red Cross was able to quickly assess damage and provide emergency assistance.

Typhoon damaged Rev & Tax's phone system

Wed, 20 May 2015 10:16:00 +0200

If you tried calling the Rev & Tax earlier this week, you may have experienced some technical difficulties. Director John Camacho says phone systems at the Department were damaged by Typhoon Dolphin and were out on Monday. He adds temporary phones are in place now in each section noting all....

Cardinal Tagle wants to take Caritas Internationalis to the streets

Wed, 20 May 2015 02:34:00 +0200

Tags: Luis Antonio Tagle Taking the Catholic Church's social arm Caritas to the streets is one of the first aims of the international body's newly elected head. Newly elected Caritas Internationalis president Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle said this means going to the streets to help the needy.

Viet Nam: Vietnam: How cash transfers helped families rebuild their lives after Typhoon Wutip

Tue, 19 May 2015 19:59:00 +0200

In 2013 Typhoon Wutip made landfall in Central Vietnam. Hundreds of thousands of houses were unroofed and over 500 collapsed. Hectares and hectares of paddy fields were damaged. With support from the EU, Plan International, as well as Save the Children, joined the local government in providing....

GMH completes storm assessment

Tue, 19 May 2015 19:21:00 +0200

GUAM Memorial Hospital department heads completed post-Typhoon Dolphin assessments of their respective units and the hospital will have the finalized assessment report today, according to June Perez, GMH public information officer. Perez said each department was to complete a pre-storm and....

Tents provided to shelterees; mayor wary of fraudulent claims

Tue, 19 May 2015 19:21:00 +0200

AT LEAST four tents have been issued to residents whose homes were destroyed by Typhoon Dolphin, according to Agana Heights Mayor Paul McDonald. McDonald said the tents had come from the Office of the Governor. They were given to shelterees whose homes were damaged by Typhoon Dolphin.

Climate change boosting hurricane intensity

Tue, 19 May 2015 09:48:00 +0200

. Irish Sun (IANS) Tuesday 19th May, 2015. The fewer but powerful hurricanes that the world has witnessed in recent years are likely due to the warming climate, a new study says. "We are seeing fewer hurricanes, but the ones we do see are more intense," said one of the researchers, professor Jim Elsner from Florida State University in the US.

Things to know about military aircraft involved in deadly Hawaii crash

Mon, 18 May 2015 23:50:00 +0200

In this April 22, 2015 photo, a Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey comes in for a landing at Miami International Airport before a presidential visit, in Miami. A fatal crash of a U.S. Marine Corps aircraft in Hawaii has renewed safety concerns in Japan, where more of the Ospreys will be deployed.

Climate change changing intensity, frequency of hurricanes

Mon, 18 May 2015 21:10:00 +0200

Climate change may be the driving force behind fewer, yet more powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. Hurricanes can form when ocean waters are 79 degrees Fahrenheit or more. As the warm water evaporates, it provides the energy a storm needs to become a hurricane.

Climate change altering frequency, intensity of hurricanes

Mon, 18 May 2015 17:56:00 +0200

In a paper published today by Nature Climate Change , Professor Jim Elsner and his former graduate student Namyoung Kang found that rising ocean temperatures are having an effect on how many tropical storms and hurricanes develop each year. "We're seeing fewer hurricanes, but the ones we do see are more intense," Elsner said.

Aust nurses receive awards for Ebola work

Mon, 18 May 2015 12:33:00 +0200

A nurse who helped organise the on-the-ground fight against the Ebola virus in west Africa has become one of four Australians to receive the profession's highest distinction. Libby Bowell, 52, has been awarded the Florence Nightingale Medal in recognition of her work helping the victims of armed....

Jury still out on CNMI state of disaster

Mon, 18 May 2015 10:32:00 +0200

Disaster authorities in CNMI are yet to determine the full extent of the damage caused by Typoon dolphin over the weekend. Rota island was the worst hit of the Northern Marianas group with reports of extensive damage and people still housed in the local evacuation centre while Saipan and Tinian fared better.

Thieves target homes after typhoon

Mon, 18 May 2015 10:18:00 +0200

While many took the weekend as a time to recover from Typhoon Dolphin, thieves were also on the loose looking to take advantage of residents who were left vulnerable without power and water. Sinajana resident Irene Taitano says she was sleeping when her house was hit by thieves early Sunday morning. "They broke into my house," she explained.

Emergency shelters remain open for hundreds left homeless

Mon, 18 May 2015 08:46:00 +0200

Hundreds of Guam residents lost their homes following the destructive winds of Typhoon Dolphin. Only two shelters remain - Tamuning and Agana Heights. In Tamuning alone, there are roughly 220 shelterees, including pregnant women, dozens of children, and a one-week-old infant. The story for many of them seems to be the same.

Guam is back in business

Sun, 17 May 2015 19:37:00 +0200

HAGÅTÑA — Like many other produce vendors who set up shop at Dededo’s weekend flea market on Sunday Flora Ramos is trying to sell as much of her leftover produce as possible, as soon as possible. Ramos said Typhoon Dolphin wiped out all 15 of her banana trees and it will be about nine months before the bananas grow back.

Red Cross: 115 houses affected by Typhoon Dolphin

Sun, 17 May 2015 19:37:00 +0200

NO injuries or casualties were reported in the wake of Typhoon Dolphin which passed by the Marianas on Friday and Saturday, but over a hundred houses were damaged on the three islands, according to American Red Cross-NMI chapter executive director John Hirsh. He said they are now assisting the affected families.

GDOE: Classes canceled today for all public schools

Sun, 17 May 2015 19:33:00 +0200

UOG, some private schools open GUAM Department of Education Superintendent Jon Fernandez announced that classes at all public schools are canceled for today. Guam Department of Education 12-month employees are also required to report to school to help assess classrooms and clean facilities, according to a statement from GDOE.

Back to business as usual

Sun, 17 May 2015 19:33:00 +0200

LIKE many other produce vendors who set up shop at Dededo’s weekend flea market on Sunday, Flora Ramos is trying to sell as much of her leftover produce as possible, as soon as possible. Ramos said Typhoon Dolphin wiped out all 15 of her banana trees and it will be about nine months before the bananas grow back.

Residents clean up after typhoon pelts Guam with winds, rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 20:04:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam (AP) Guam residents are cleaning up after a powerful Pacific typhoon hammered the U.S. territory with high winds, rain and large waves. Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday.

Future uncertain for Guam shelterees whose homes were destroyed by Typhoon Dolphin

Sat, 16 May 2015 19:58:00 +0200

There was a look of concern on Rosita Tabeela's face as she sat in her wheelchair and looked past the road that crossed in front of Machananao Elementary School. "I'm just waiting for my daughter to come back here. She left here at 4 a.m. to check on the boys," she said.

Storm destroys many homes on Rota

Sat, 16 May 2015 19:58:00 +0200

Rota could be without power for days and weeks as the island recovers from the devastation of Typhoon Dolphin. Saipan and Tinian yesterday saw power restored to nearly all residents but their CNMI neighbor suffered the brunt of the typhoon's blow. There were no reported injuries or fatalities as a result of the storm in CNMI.

Residents clean up after typhoon pelts Guam with winds, rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 13:59:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam (AP) " Guam is cleaning up after a powerful Pacific typhoon hammered the U.S. territory with high winds, rain and large waves. Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday. A large monkeypod tree was uprooted at a park in the capital of Hagatna.

Residents Clean up After Typhoon Pelts Guam With Winds, Rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 12:29:00 +0200

is cleaning up after a powerful Pacific typhoon hammered the U.S. territory with high winds, rain and large waves. Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday. A large monkeypod tree was uprooted and sitting on its side at a park in the capital of Hagatna.

Guam recovers after Mother Nature's wrath

Sat, 16 May 2015 08:55:00 +0200

It was a night of brutal winds and heavy rains but within hours of welcoming Typhoon Dolphin to the Marianas, the island was placed in Condition of Readiness 4. With the all-clear given, recovery efforts were in full swing Saturday and residents islandwide assessing their homes and businesses for damages.

Residents clean up after typhoon pelts Guam with winds, rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 08:41:00 +0200

Navy Lt. Tim Gorman, spokesman for Joint Region Marianas, said he lost power about 8 p.m. Friday but the electricity came back on at noon. About 40 percent of the island’s 50,000 electric utility customers were still without power in the early afternoon, said Heidi Ballendorf, a spokeswoman for Guam’s power and water utilities.

Year’s first typhoon passes through without causing damage

Sat, 16 May 2015 08:40:00 +0200

A fast-moving, strong typhoon ‘Noul’ passed through Okinawa in the early morning hours of May 12th. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the typhoon registered maximum wind speeds of 58.6 m/s at Shimoji Island Airport in Miyako, at 1:18 a.m. on the 12th.

Typhoon Dolphin lashes Guam, nearby islands; power and water supplies cut

Sat, 16 May 2015 07:45:00 +0200

There were no reports of injuries. About 1,100 residents took shelter in schools as Typhoon Dolphin hit the US territory late on Friday, but some started to go home on Saturday. There were long lines at gasoline stations. “We have some water issues. We have more pockets of power outages. These are being restored.

Typhoon lashes Guam, nearby islands; power, water supplies cut

Sat, 16 May 2015 07:29:00 +0200

YIGO, Guam, May 16 (Reuters) - Power and water supplies were cut in many areas of the Pacific island of Guam on Saturday, a day after a typhoon brought strong wind and heavy rain that uprooted trees and tore off roofs. There were no reports of injuries. About 1,100 residents took shelter in schools as Typhoon Dolphin hit the U.

Typhoon lashes Guam, nearby islands; power, water supplies cut

Sat, 16 May 2015 06:49:00 +0200

YIGO, Guam Power and water supplies were cut in many areas of the Pacific island of Guam on Saturday, a day after a typhoon brought strong wind and heavy rain that uprooted trees and tore off roofs. There were no reports of injuries. About 1,100 residents took shelter in schools as Typhoon Dolphin hit the U.

Residents clean up after typhoon pelts Guam with winds, rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 05:55:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam (AP) " Guam residents are cleaning up after a powerful Pacific typhoon hammered the U.S. territory with high winds, rain and large waves. Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday. One person was injured in the storm and taken to the hospital.

Residents Clean up After Typhoon Pelts Guam With Winds, Rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 05:52:00 +0200

residents are cleaning up after a powerful Pacific typhoon hammered the U.S. territory with high winds, rain and large waves. Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday. One person was injured in the storm and taken to the hospital.

Residents clean up after Pacific typhoon batters Guam with high winds, rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 05:41:00 +0200

Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday. One person was injured in the storm and taken to the hospital. A 57-year-old homeless man says he rode out the storm on the grounds of a strip mall in the capital of Hagatna.

Residents clean up after typhoon pelts Guam with winds, rain

Sat, 16 May 2015 05:37:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam Guam residents are cleaning up after a powerful Pacific typhoon hammered the U.S. territory with high winds, rain and large waves. Workers in Mongmong, Toto and Maite villages used a pickup to tow away downed coconut trees on Saturday. Trees bend and sway in the increasing winds at....

Guam and CNMI brace for typhoon's arrival

Sat, 16 May 2015 01:25:00 +0200

By Online Editor 9:57 pm GMT+12, 14/05/2015, Northern Mariana Islands. The Northern Marianas and Guam are bracing for Typhoon Dolphin's arrival this afternoon, with the island of Rota expected to take a direct hit. Typhoon warnings have been declared in both territories, with flights cancelled,....

Typhoon Dolphin hits Guam

Sat, 16 May 2015 00:51:00 +0200

More than 1100 people were forced to seek cover and safety as a Pacific typhoon hit Guam. The centre of the storm hit the US territory late Friday local time, the strong winds and high waves taking down trees, power lines and grounding flights in and out of the region, Associated Press has reported.

Typhoon slams Guam with destructive winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 23:21:00 +0200

More than 1100 people have taken refuge in shelters as the centre of a powerful Pacific typhoon glances off Guam, hammering the US territory with high winds, rain and huge waves. The storm knocked out power, downed trees and cancelled flights on Friday as it lumbered through a channel between Guam and the tiny tropical island of Rota.

Typhoon slams Guam with destructive winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 21:15:00 +0200

THE storm knocked out power, downed trees and cancelled flights on Friday as it lumbered through a channel between Guam and the tiny tropical island of Rota. The National Weather Service said gusts were expected to gradually decrease to "non-damaging" winds by sunrise.

Guam residents take shelter from typhoon's high winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 19:36:00 +0200

Charles Henry, 28, Clayton Faubion, 25, Charles Harstad, 23, and Jamal Arurag, 19, observe barreling waves behind the University of Guam Marine Lab on the island?s eastern coast during a powerful Pacific typhoon on Friday, May 15, 2015. The National Weather Service said the center of Typhoon Dolphin....

Guam residents take shelter from typhoon's high winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 18:35:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam (AP) More than 1,100 people are taking refuge in shelters in Guam after the region was hit by a powerful Pacific typhoon. Winds from Typhoon Dolphin battered the U.S. territory of as the center of the storm glanced off it late Friday. Officials say one injury occurred, and that person was taken to Guam Memorial Hospital.

Weather Gang: Typhoon Dolphin threads the needle between Guam and Rota (Photos, Video)

Fri, 15 May 2015 18:15:00 +0200

Typhoon Dolphin tracked between the islands of Guam and Rota in the Pacific Ocean on Thursday night, eastern time. The typhoon was the equivalent of a category 2 hurricane as it made its closest pass to the islands. (NASA) Typhoon Dolphin split the difference between Guam and Rota early Friday....

Guam residents take shelter from typhoon's high winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 17:58:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam More than 1,100 people are taking refuge in shelters in Guam after the region was hit by a powerful Pacific typhoon. Winds from Typhoon Dolphin battered the U.S. territory of as the center of the storm glanced off it late Friday. Officials say one injury occurred, and that person was taken to Guam Memorial Hospital.

Guam residents take shelter from typhoon's high winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 17:54:00 +0200

By GRACE GARCES BORDALLO Associated Press. HAGATNA, Guam (AP) - More than 1,100 people are taking refuge in shelters in Guam after the region was hit by a powerful Pacific typhoon. Winds from Typhoon Dolphin battered the U.S. territory of as the center of the storm glanced off it late Friday.

Guam residents take shelter from typhoon's high winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 17:42:00 +0200

Typhoon Dolphin Batters Guam Residents take shelter as Pacific typhoon's high winds batter Guam Charles Henry, 28, Clayton Faubion, 25, Charles Harstad, 23, and Jamal Arurag, 19, observe barreling waves behind the University of Guam Marine Lab on the island’s eastern coast during a powerful Pacific typhoon on Friday.

Guam Residents Take Shelter From Typhoon's High Winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 17:29:00 +0200

. More than 1,100 people are taking refuge in shelters in Guam after the region was hit by a powerful Pacific typhoon. Winds from Typhoon Dolphin battered the U.S. territory of as the center of the storm glanced off it late Friday. Officials say one injury occurred, and that person was taken to Guam Memorial Hospital.

Philippines: Philippines: Resilience amidst natural and man-made disasters

Fri, 15 May 2015 15:45:00 +0200

PH ranks 8th in ICRC operations for calamity, violence victims

Fri, 15 May 2015 14:17:00 +0200

MANILA - The Philippines is the 8th country in the world with the largest International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) operations in terms of budget for the year 2014, the ICRC said in its annual report. The ICRC, whose mandate is to protect the lives and dignity of war victims and to promote....

‘Global Fashion Flair:’ A triumphant comeback

Fri, 15 May 2015 11:36:00 +0200

Because of the tremendous success and much acclaimed Global Fashion Flair held two years ago, the International Bazaar Foundation (IBF), in cooperation with the Spouses of the Heads of Mission (SHOM), once again presented the fashion show for a cause. The ambassadors walked down the ramp wearing....

Guam braces for Typhoon Dolphin

Fri, 15 May 2015 11:14:00 +0200

AP Mike Rendall, left, gets help from his friend, Cliff Crisostomo, in securing his boat at the Hagatna boat basin as weather condition worsen during the approach of Typhoon Dolphin. Picture: Rick Cruz/The Pacific Daily via AP Hagatna, Guam - Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging....

Residents prepare as typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 09:59:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam: Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as typhoon Dolphin approaches the US territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is about 200 miles (320 kilometers) east of Guam and is....

Chongqing home to world's longest glass skywalk at almost 27m

Fri, 15 May 2015 08:32:00 +0200

China now holds the record for the longest glass walkway in the world, after the opened in Chongqing late last month. The 26.68m-long horseshoe-shaped bridge, which protrudes from the top of a cliff at Longgang National Geographic Park, can accommodate 200 people at any one time - although only 30....

Flooding has historically been problematic up in Yigo

Fri, 15 May 2015 08:28:00 +0200

As Typhoon Dolphin passes, some residents not only worry about heavy rain, but the flooding that comes with it as well. And as Yigo mayor Rudy Matanane shared , flooding is a big problem for his village, Guam's northernmost municipality, during storms.

Chongqing is home to the world's longest glass skywalk at almost 27 metres

Fri, 15 May 2015 07:01:00 +0200

China now holds the record for the longest glass walkway in the world, after the "Yuanduan" skywalk opened in Chongqing late last month. The 26.68m-long horseshoe-shaped bridge, which protrudes from the top of a cliff at Longgang National Geographic Park, can accommodate 200 people at any one time -....

Officials ask residents to stay indoors as Typhoon Dolphin nears Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 06:56:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam - Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's centre is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour.

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 06:37:00 +0200

By GRACE GARCES BORDALLO, Associated Press. HAGATNA, Guam (AP) — Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is....

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 06:04:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam (AP) — Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour.

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 05:50:00 +0200

By GRACE GARCES BORDALLO Associated Press. HAGATNA, Guam (AP) - Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is about....

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 05:43:00 +0200

Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour. Satellite estimates put the winds near the center of the storm at about 130 miles per hour, he said, with maximum sustained winds around 110 miles per hour.

Typhoon Dolphin Approaches Guam As Residents Brace For Damaging Winds

Fri, 15 May 2015 04:29:00 +0200

— BuzzFeed Storm (@BuzzFeedStorm) May 14, 2015 HAGATNA, Guam (AP) — Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is....

Typhoon Dolphin may pass Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 04:04:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam: Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the US territory today. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon’s centre is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour.

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 04:02:00 +0200

The Associated Press. GRACE GARCES BORDALLO HAGATNA, Guam (AP) — Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon’s center is....

Officials ask residents to stay indoors as Typhoon Dolphin nears Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 04:01:00 +0200

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:54:00 +0200

Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour.

Residents Prepare as Typhoon Dolphin Approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:43:00 +0200

Officials ask residents to stay indoors as Typhoon Dolphin nears Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:38:00 +0200

Residents prepare as Typhoon Dolphin approaches Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:27:00 +0200

HAGATNA, Guam Residents in Guam are bracing for potentially damaging winds and flooding as Typhoon Dolphin approaches the U.S. territory Friday. Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon's center is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour.

Guam and CNMI brace for typhoon's arrival

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:19:00 +0200

The Northern Marianas and Guam are bracing for Typhoon Dolphin's arrival this afternoon, with the island of Rota expected to take a direct hit. Typhoon warnings have been declared in both territories, with flights cancelled, schools closed and non-essential government personnel told to stay home.

Guam in COR1; Typhoon Dolphin's closest point to Guam expected to be around 6 p.m.

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:16:00 +0200

8 a.m. As of 7:30 a.m., the center of Typhoon Dolphin was located around 185 miles east of Guam. Maximum sustained winds were 110 mph, and it was moving west-northwest at 16 mph, according to the National Weather Service's 8 a.m. advisory. The next advisory is scheduled for 11 a.m.

Typhoon Dolphin to pass Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 03:01:00 +0200

Senior meteorologist Mike Middlebrooke of the National Weather Service said the typhoon’s center is about 200 miles east of Guam and is moving northwest at 16 miles per hour. Satellite estimates put the winds near the center of the storm at about 130 miles per hour, he said, with maximum sustained winds around 110 miles per hour.

Island residents urged to stay indoors, off roads

Fri, 15 May 2015 02:19:00 +0200

With the island now in Condition of Readiness 1, officials are encouraging the community to shelter in place as Typhoon Dolphin makes its way through the Marianas. For Guamanians who are concerned that their homes cannot withstand typhoon-strength winds, there are shelters in northern, southern and central Guam.

Weather Service Says Typhoon Dolphin to Pass Guam

Fri, 15 May 2015 02:12:00 +0200

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 10:29:00 +0200

HOUSTON (AP) — The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 10:13:00 +0200

Obama to get hurricane briefing, warn about climate change

Thu, 28 May 2015 10:11:00 +0200

Lynne Sladky Obama to get hurricane briefing, warn about climate change. President Barack Obama waves as he disembarks from Air Force One at Miami International Airport, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Miami. The president is attending two Democratic National Committee fundraisers and the National Hurricane Center in this overnight visit.

Despite flood control projects, Houston remains vulnerable to floods like this week's

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:48:00 +0200

HOUSTON – The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:47:00 +0200

HOUSTON (AP) The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:36:00 +0200

The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:31:00 +0200

"It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood." The Harris County Flood Control District, the agency working in recent years with the U.S.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:27:00 +0200

HOUSTON (AP) â€” The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:15:00 +0200

By MICHAEL GRACZYK Associated Press. HOUSTON (AP) - The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No.

Despite flood control projects, Houston remains vulnerable to floods like this week's

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:10:00 +0200

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 09:07:00 +0200

HOUSTON The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," says Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in Vulnerable Houston No Surprise, Despite Controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 08:57:00 +0200

Local couple works to bring healthy, sustainable living to Honduras

Thu, 28 May 2015 08:19:00 +0200

Bruce and Jane Ergood have spent more than 15 years providing health-care education, sustainable farming and economic opportunities to rural Honduras with their initiative Honduras Health, putting the "American way" aside and adapting to the Honduran culture to provide the best care possible.

Flood Waters Recede in Houston, but Rain Continues

Thu, 28 May 2015 06:15:00 +0200

HOUSTON— Many parts of Texas are recovering from one of the worst natural disasters to hit the southwestern state. Heavy rains on Monday and early Tuesday caused rivers to swell in eastern and central Texas, washing away homes and killing at least 13 people.

Ex-CNN reporter Kathleen Koch remembers Katrina 10 years later

Thu, 28 May 2015 04:53:00 +0200

TIM ISBELL/SUN HERALD Former CNN correspondent and Bay St. Louis native Kathleen Koch reports from South Mississippi following Hurricane Katrina. She recalled the things she saw and heard during a Katrina +10 presentation Wednesday at the Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art in Biloxi. TIM ISBELL THE SUN HERALD BILOXI -- Bay St.

Prudent management of forest, extractive sector will be high on agenda – as new administration charts course to combat climate change

Thu, 28 May 2015 04:03:00 +0200

WITH the realities of climate change becoming more evident, President David Granger said his Administration’s policy will be to chart a course that will protect all citizens from some of these realities. Speaking of the challenges of climate change, peculiar to Guyana, the President spoke of the....

US forecasters predict six to 11 named storms in 2015 hurricane season

Thu, 28 May 2015 01:36:00 +0200

With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year’s hurricane season may be slower than average – but officials say that’s no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. “Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season … Get ready before the bad events are coming down on you,”....

Prudent management of forest, extractive sector will be high on agenda - as new administration charts course to combat climate change

Thu, 28 May 2015 01:13:00 +0200

Georgetown, GINA, May 2 6 , 2015. With the realities of climate change becoming more evident, President David Granger sa id his administration’s policy will be to chart a course that will protect all citizens from some of these realities. Speaking of the challenges of climate change, peculiar to....

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Thu, 28 May 2015 00:28:00 +0200

With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average — but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. ... Get ready before the bad events are coming down on you,"....

Forecast is for fewer hurricanes, but experts warn it only takes one

Thu, 28 May 2015 00:25:00 +0200

ST. THOMAS - While many on the mainland pay attention to the weather, residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands keep a keen weather eye as hurricane season approaches. "Forecasts are for a below average to average hurricane season but it only takes one major hurricane to devastate our islands," said Mona....

Hurricane Predictions Breeze in: Feds Expect Light Season

Thu, 28 May 2015 00:25:00 +0200

Obama raises money in Miami for Democratic Party

Wed, 27 May 2015 23:48:00 +0200

President Barack Obama is greeted by Miami Beach, Fla. Mayor Philip Levine upon his arrival on Air Force One at Miami International Airport, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Miami, Fla. Obama traveled to Miami to raise money for the Democratic National Committee at a pair of events at the homes of....

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Wed, 27 May 2015 23:42:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average — but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. ...

DEM Head Calls It A Day After Sterling Career

Wed, 27 May 2015 23:21:00 +0200

Storm force winds, raging fires and rising flood waters were no match for Judy Thomas, during the 26 years she stood at the helm of Barbados’ national emergency response system. In fact, not even a fall received during the 2007 earth tremor felt across the island could keep the then Director of the....

Forecasters predict below normal hurricane season

Wed, 27 May 2015 23:17:00 +0200

The Atlantic season, which starts Monday, probably will offer six to 11 named storms, forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center said Wednesday. Three to six of them could become hurricanes, the center predicted. Both estimates are below the median -- about 12 named storms and 6.

Hurricane outlook: El Niño could hinder Atlantic storms

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:40:00 +0200

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:31:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS (AP) With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. ...

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:30:00 +0200

With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average - but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. ... Get ready before the bad events are coming down on you,"....

Joan Was Prepared for Houston Flooding

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:28:00 +0200

I woke up this morning seeing the terrible flooding going on in Houston and was reminded of my secretary Joan. Many don't realize Houston is just below sea-level. Consequently there is a rule of thumb: If it rains more than an inch per hour, find higher ground. There will be some flooding. Joan took flooding very seriously.

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:26:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. ...

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:24:00 +0200

By JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press. NEW ORLEANS (AP) - With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average - but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. ..

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:24:00 +0200

Hurricane Predictions Breeze in: Feds Expect Light Season

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:20:00 +0200

Hurricane predictions breeze in: Feds expect light season

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:18:00 +0200

By JANET McCONNAUGHEY, Associated Press. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — With six to 11 named storms predicted, this year's hurricane season may be slower than average — but officials say that's no reason for Atlantic and Gulf coast residents to rest easy. "Now is the time to start thinking ahead of the season. .

Hurricane season will be weakened by El Niño, forecasters say

Wed, 27 May 2015 22:01:00 +0200

The Atlantic hurricane season will be less active than usual, producing six to 11 named storms through Nov. 30, as moderate sea-surface temperatures and an El Nino weather pattern limit storm development, government forecasters said Wednesday. Three to six of those storms may become hurricanes, with....

Forecasters Predict ‘Below Average’ 2015 Hurricane Season—But Threats Still Lurk

Wed, 27 May 2015 21:41:00 +0200

. Getty Images 'We always hope for the best and prepare for the worst' Forecasters expect this year’s tropical storm season to be weaker than usual with zero to two major hurricanes predicted to affect the United States, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced Wednesday.

US Officials to Release Hurricane Season Forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 20:47:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS— The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana , came ashore in North Carolina earlier this....

NOAA Forecasters Say El Nino Weakens Atlantic Hurricane Outlook

Wed, 27 May 2015 20:40:00 +0200

2:28 PM EDT May 27, 2015. Brian K Sullivan The Atlantic hurricane season will be less active than usual, producing six to 11 named storms through Nov. 30, as moderate sea-surface temperatures and an El Nino weather pattern limit storm development, government forecasters said Wednesday.

Tulane professors propose code of ethics for studies on Hurricane Katrina victims

Wed, 27 May 2015 19:39:00 +0200

As the number of natural disasters in the United States has increased in recent decades, the field of disaster research has seen a corresponding rise in studies involving human subjects. But according to a new study , few ethical guidelines exist to ensure that researchers do no harm to those....

NOAA predicts a below-average Atlantic hurricane season

Wed, 27 May 2015 19:26:00 +0200

— NOAA (@NOAA) May 27, 2015 Just a few days from the start of hurricane season, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration announced Wednesday its storm predictions for the next six months. Looks like it could be a quiet one. Officials predicted that six to 11 named tropical storms could....

C Spire offers consumers and businesses important reminders and tips on how to use their communication devices in emergency situations during 2015 hurricane season

Wed, 27 May 2015 19:24:00 +0200

Provider suggests key readiness steps and offers telecommunication tips for emergencies With the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season about the get underway, C Spire is offering consumers and businesses in storm-prone areas some important emergency preparedness and communications tips and reminders. RIDGELAND, Miss.

Weather Gang: NOAA calls for below-average hurricane season, but emphasizes preparedness

Wed, 27 May 2015 18:26:00 +0200

NOAA is calling for a below-average hurricane season this year, citing a burgeoning El Nino and generally unfavorable environmental conditions for hurricanes in the North Atlantic. (NOAA) The upcoming hurricane season will likely be quieter than average, NOAA said today in their seasonal outlook,....

US officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 17:26:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS (AP) " The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana, came ashore in North Carolina earlier....

Hurricane planes get upgrades to better gather data inside storms

Wed, 27 May 2015 16:48:00 +0200

Technicians remove the forward radar cover of the NOAA P-3 turboprop aircraft on the plane called ‘Miss Piggy’ at MacDill Air Force Base. (Photo: Bay News 9) FLORIDA, United States, Wednesday May 27, 2015 – Two aging hurricane planes that have flown into more than 100 storms in the past few decades are getting a multi-million-dollar upgrade.

Monongahela, Charleroi honor fallen heroes on Memorial Day

Wed, 27 May 2015 16:36:00 +0200

After concluding his remarks Monday, Lt. Col. Christopher McDevitt thanked all veterans in attendance, noting the bond they share. â€œAs the guys and gals in uniform know, we do it for the guy or gal to our right or left,â€ said McDevitt, who is concluding 30 years in Pennsylvania National Guard.

Hurricane prediction for 2015 season

Wed, 27 May 2015 16:35:00 +0200

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday (May 27). Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana, came ashore in North Carolina earlier this month, bringing rain from Virginia to South Carolina.

Stop expecting firefighters to save your homes

Wed, 27 May 2015 14:13:00 +0200

Kyle Dickman is the author of " On The Burning Edge : A Fateful Fire and the Men Who Fought It" (Ballantine Books, 2015), a contributing editor at Outside Magazine and a former wildland firefighter. He spent five seasons fighting wildfires in California.

NOMA's Katrina+10 exhibit, too dry and off target

Wed, 27 May 2015 14:02:00 +0200

New Orleans artist Dawn DeDeaux 's "Water Markers," are the most explicit references to the 2005 flood. The transparent photos of water, printed on crystal clear plastic planks are found leaning like ladders here and there throughout the museum, symbolizing the flood's intrusion amidst cultural treasures.

Hurricane Forecast: 'It only takes one'

Wed, 27 May 2015 13:43:00 +0200

Isle residents are urged to prepare for a more active storm season as forecasters predict five to eight tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific. ~~

Following a busy 2014 season that saw three hurricanes threaten the islands, forecasters Tuesday predicted a slight uptick in activity with five to....

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 11:59:00 +0200

By JANET McCONNAUGHEY, Associated Press. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm....

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 11:19:00 +0200

By JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press. NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm....

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 11:19:00 +0200

Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana, came ashore in North Carolina earlier this month, bringing rain from Virginia to South Carolina. It did not cause any major problems. This will be the 10th hurricane season since hurricanes Katrina and Rita devastated the Gulf Coast.

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 11:14:00 +0200

The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana, came ashore in North Carolina earlier this month, bringing rain from Virginia to South Carolina.

Officials to Release Hurricane Season Forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 11:10:00 +0200

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 11:02:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana, came ashore in North Carolina earlier this....

Officials to release hurricane season forecast

Wed, 27 May 2015 10:59:00 +0200

NEW ORLEANS (AP) The head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will release its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season Wednesday. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through Nov. 30. But this season's first storm, Tropical Storm Ana, came ashore in North Carolina earlier....

1 tropical storm already, how many hurricanes likely? Official federal forecast coming

Wed, 27 May 2015 10:49:00 +0200

Forecasters predict central Pacific will see more storms this hurricane season

Wed, 27 May 2015 07:19:00 +0200

HONOLULU – Forecasters say the 2015 hurricane season in the central Pacific region will see more storms than average because of warmer ocean water. Tom Evans, the acting director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Central Pacific Hurricane Center, said at a news conference....

Jamaica: Meet the Next Generation of Disaster Responders

Wed, 27 May 2015 05:36:00 +0200

on Tuesday, May 26th 2015. John Kimbrough It only takes one bad storm to kill or injure thousands, inflict billions of dollars in damage, and wreak havoc on communities in its path. As part of Hurricane Preparedness Week, USAID joins other response organizations in raising public awareness and....

NOAA: Central Pacific will see more hurricanes than average

Wed, 27 May 2015 05:13:00 +0200

HONOLULU (AP) — Forecasters say the 2015 hurricane season in the central Pacific region will see more storms than average because of warmer ocean water. Tom Evans, the acting director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Central Pacific Hurricane Center, said at a news conference....

NOAA: Central Pacific Will See More Hurricanes Than Average

Wed, 27 May 2015 03:35:00 +0200

Forecasters say the 2015 hurricane season in the central Pacific region will see more storms than average because of warmer ocean water. Tom Evans, the acting director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Central Pacific Hurricane Center, said at a news conference Tuesday that....

After massive storms in Oklahoma and Texas, at least 10 killed and 14 people missing

Wed, 27 May 2015 00:48:00 +0200

In addition, thousands of structures were damaged in the storms and thousands of people were forced to flee their homes. Tens of thousands of people still lacked power on Tuesday afternoon as the region worked to cover from the storms. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) said Monday he was declaring a state....

Ex-N.Y. official gets $4K fine for Hurricane Sandy blunder

Tue, 26 May 2015 21:21:00 +0200

ALBANY — A former top state emergency management official has been slapped with a $4,000 fine for sending work crews to clear a tree from his Long Island driveway after Hurricane Sandy. Steven Kuhr, who headed the state's Office of Emergency Management before being fired by Gov.

El Niño and how it affects Atlantic Canada's weather

Tue, 26 May 2015 20:40:00 +0200

Sea surface temperature anomalies for May 2014 and May 2015. Warmer colours indicate warm temperatures. Notice how things turn towards darker orange around the equator and South America in the 2015 slide compared to 2014. El Niño, a weather anomaly in the Pacific Ocean that causes unusual weather conditions worldwide, is back.

C Spire ready for 2015 Atlantic hurricane season

Tue, 26 May 2015 18:58:00 +0200

RIDGELAND, Miss. May 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- C Spire is using National Hurricane Preparedness Week to put the finishing touches on efforts to bolster its network resources and mobilize employees on the eve of the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season. The initial outlook from National Oceanic and....

$42 million 'nose-to-tail' project will upgrade engines, wings, radar on hurricane planes

Tue, 26 May 2015 18:53:00 +0200

Technicians remove the forward radar cover of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's P-3 turboprop aircraft "Miss Piggy" Friday, May 15, 2015, at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fla. While best known as “hurricane hunters,” NOAA’s four-engine WP-3D turboprops support a wide variety....

$42 million 'nose-to-tail' project will upgrade engines, wings, radar on hurricane planes

Tue, 26 May 2015 18:16:00 +0200

Every hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration flies two, technologically packed aircraft into storms for research and forecasting. One's dubbed "Miss Piggy," while the other is "Kermit." This season, a $42 million "nose-to-tail" project upgrades key components on the....

$42 Million 'Nose-to-Tail' Upgrade for 2 Hurricane Hunters

Tue, 26 May 2015 18:10:00 +0200

Miss Piggy and Kermit are getting new engines, new wings and different radar. Every hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration flies two, technologically packed aircraft into storms for research and forecasting. One's dubbed "Miss Piggy," while the other is "Kermit.

Officials looking into civil rights complaint in New Orleans schools

Tue, 26 May 2015 17:31:00 +0200

Lawyers from the U.S. Department of Education were in New Orleans last week investigating a year-old complaint alleging racial inequities in the city's public schools — most of which are run by the state as the result of a takeover following Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

After massive storms in Oklahoma and Texas, at least six people killed and tens of thousands without power

Tue, 26 May 2015 17:27:00 +0200

Pounding storms in Oklahoma and Texas over the holiday weekend left at least six dead and a dozen people missing, according to city and state officials. In addition, thousands of structures were damaged in the storms, scores of people were forced to flee their homes and tens of thousands of people....

SungardASVoice: It's National Hurricane Week ... But If You're Not Ready For The Next Storm, There's An App For That!

Tue, 26 May 2015 15:18:00 +0200

By Gail Dutton. Keeping people safe from hurricanes, tsunamis, and other natural disasters just got easier – which is good news, since this is National Hurricane Week! Thanks to some innovative desktop apps working behind the scenes, emergency planners in local governments can access the latest....

'It Only Takes One Storm,' Caution UMD Disaster Resilience Experts

Tue, 26 May 2015 14:24:00 +0200

Despite Below-Average Hurricane Forecast, Questions of Community Resilience Remain COLLEGE PARK, Md. May 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- While early reports indicate the 2015 hurricane season could carry fewer named storms than the historical average, University of Maryland (UMD) Center for....

StormGeo to Host 26th Annual Hurricane Symposium -- Thursday May 28th

Tue, 26 May 2015 14:24:00 +0200

HOUSTON May 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- StormGeo , a global provider of decision support services and products to support weather sensitive operations, will host the 26 th Annual Hurricane Symposium for Business and Industry on Thursday, May 28 th at the Houston Marriott West Loop.

Why State should step in when shareholders fight

Mon, 25 May 2015 21:09:00 +0200

Poor disaster management is not the preserve of African governments. When hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans in 2005, the Federal Emergency Management Authority (Fema) was caught flatfooted; their resources seemed to be randomly positioned. Fema’s director Michael Brown was hapless while other....

Jarabacoa registers temperatures over 35°C (95°F)

Mon, 25 May 2015 16:02:00 +0200

SANTO DOMINGO. The director of the National Meteorological Office (Onamet), Gloria Ceballos, reported that the climate situation has taken a dramatic turn, in which the town of Jarabacoa, where it is always springtime, temperatures have gone over 35°C in the first quarter of the year.

More Heavy Rain Predicted For Texas, Oklahoma

Mon, 25 May 2015 15:26:00 +0200

The National Weather Service is forecasting more heavy rain today in parts of Texas and Oklahoma that are reeling from weekend flooding that damaged and destroyed homes and killed at least three people. The National Weather Service predicted severe thunderstorms in north and northeast Texas, southeast Oklahoma and southwest Arkansas.

Jersey Shore towns divided over hurricane dunes

Mon, 25 May 2015 09:51:00 +0200

Back in the north, a 3.5-mile steel wall, stretching from Mantoloking to Normandy Beach, was completed earlier this year. State officials describe it as a last line of defense, noting that its primary purpose is to protect the most exposed parts of Route 35, the area's main artery.

St Andrew Parish Church celebrates 350 years

Mon, 25 May 2015 07:37:00 +0200

AT 350 years old, St Andrew Parish Church is one of the oldest churches in the country. Having been established in 1664, it has been an integral part of Jamaica's history. The St Andrew Parish Church was declared a national monument by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust in 2003, and this historic....

Briggs & Stratton Corporation Harris Poll Survey: How Homeowners Prepare For Power Outages

Sun, 24 May 2015 14:20:00 +0200

MILWAUKEE May 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-thirds of U.S. homeowners having experienced a prolonged power outage said they were motivated by their time in the dark to prepare differently for a future outage, according to results of a Harris Poll conducted last spring sponsored by Briggs & Stratton.

Briggs & Stratton : Harris Poll Survey: How Homeowners Prepare For Power Outages

Sun, 24 May 2015 13:57:00 +0200

Briggs & Stratton Corporation Harris Poll Survey: How Homeowners Prepare For Power Outages MILWAUKEE, May 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-thirds of U.S. homeowners having experienced a prolonged power outage said they were motivated by their time in the dark to prepare differently for a future outage,....

Jackson housing plan goes under over flooding concerns

Sun, 24 May 2015 00:02:00 +0200

The developer of a controversial housing plan in Jackson that sits next to the Historic Harmony District has withdrawn an application for an environmental permit from the state. Donald Rodgers of Creative Real Estate in Cranberry, withdrew the application for the permit this month to remediate for....

'Erdogan brags about Turkish APC, even though it was jointly made with Israel'

Sat, 23 May 2015 16:27:00 +0200

Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, had to figuratively wipe egg of his face this weekend. According to a report in the Turkish daily newspaper Zaman , the firebrand leader paid a visit to the pavilion hosting the International Defense Industry Fair in Istanbul, during which he boasted of his....

BMEX Partnership To Benefit Schools

Fri, 22 May 2015 23:26:00 +0200

Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Senator Harcourt Husbands receiving one of the hurricane preparedness posters from BL&P Communications and Public Relations Administrator, Jackie Marshall-Clarke. (E.Walker/MRD) A partnership formed between the Media Resource Department (MRD) and the Barbados Light & Power (BL&P) Company Ltd.

'Prisonized' neighborhoods make ex-cons more likely to return to the slammer

Fri, 22 May 2015 19:44:00 +0200

The idea that neighborhoods shape behavior is not new. But this is the first time researchers have tested links between reincarceration and the presence of other former inmates in a large experiment, says David Kirk, a sociologist at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom and the sole author of the new study.

Three years after Sandy, Jersey shore struggles to recover

Fri, 22 May 2015 13:53:00 +0200

TOMS RIVER, N.J. In the months after Hurricane Sandy devastated the Jersey shore, Governor Chris Christie warned residents the damage would not be quickly undone. Things would only look moderately better in the first summer after the storm, he said, and would be closer to normal in the second one.

UM-led research team wins $125 million grant

Fri, 22 May 2015 00:53:00 +0200

A research team led by the University of Miami working to unravel what made Hurricane Sandy tick and how climate change will play out in the short term has won up to $125 million in federal grants. The Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS) won the grant from the National....

Tampa property owners could be asked to pay much of $250 million cost of easing flooding

Thu, 21 May 2015 20:29:00 +0200

And under a possible plan unveiled Thursday, that could mean a five-fold increase in the annual city storm water assessment paid by most owners of medium-sized homes in Tampa, from $36 to $180 a year. The City Council did not indicate it would agree to such an increase, but it did vote to schedule....

Jersey shore still recovering as 3rd post-Sandy summer nears

Thu, 21 May 2015 18:03:00 +0200

With the third summer after Hurricane Sandy nearly here, the Jersey shore is still recovering despite the substantial progress that has been made in the 2½ years since October 2012. The federal government has awarded New Jersey $4.1 billion in Community Development Block Grant funds for disaster recovery; $1.

Spitfire and Hurricane flypast for Dunkirk anniversary

Thu, 21 May 2015 15:51:00 +0200

Hundreds of people lined the harbour walls as the famous boats made their way out on to calm seas beyond the breakwater, whooping and cheering as those aboard waved to them. A piper played by the lighthouse as boats such as Aureol, L'Orage and Chumley - names that have gone down in history for the....

Floods in Vulnerable Houston No Surprise, Despite Controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 11:41:00 +0200

The Harris County Flood Control District, the agency working in recent years with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on hundreds of millions of dollars in projects to ease the flooding impact, has been around since 1937, itself a product of catastrophic flooding two years earlier.

Obama's day: Hurricane Center

Thu, 28 May 2015 13:57:00 +0200

President Obama remains in Florida on Thursday to brace himself for hurricane season. The president, who remained in Miami overnight after a pair of Democratic fundraisers late Wednesday, visits the National Hurricane Center for a special tour of how officials track violent storms.

Trades to eye during hurricane season

Thu, 28 May 2015 13:54:00 +0200

Hurricane season starts June 1, and that means the country will start bracing itself for preparations and any cleanup of damages to come. Many stakeholders exist: homeowners, business owners, government officials, insurance firms, materials suppliers, energy firms, etc. The list goes on and on.

El Nino's influence: more Pacific hurricanes likely this year

Thu, 28 May 2015 14:46:00 +0200

As I write this, the first tropical depression of the Pacific ocean hurricane season is lurking in the eastern Pacific. While it’s not expected to become a monster storm, it marks the beginning of a hurricane season that is likely see a greater number of storms than normal – largely due to the presence of El Nino.

NOAA predicts a below-average Atlantic hurricane season

Thu, 28 May 2015 15:05:00 +0200

Just a few days from the start of hurricane season, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration announced Wednesday its storm predictions for the next six months. Looks like it could be a quiet one. Officials predicted that six to 11 named tropical storms could develop in the Atlantic Ocean and three of them could grow into hurricanes.

Hurricane outlook 2015: El NiÃo could hinder Atlantic storms

Thu, 28 May 2015 16:23:00 +0200

(CNN)The coming Atlantic hurricane season probably will have fewer storms than normal for the third year running -- thanks in part to El NiÃ±o, forecasters say. The Atlantic season, which starts Monday, probably will offer six to 11 named storms, forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric....

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 16:56:00 +0200

Obama Warns Of ‘Extreme Weather’ Despite 9-Year Hurricane Drought

Thu, 28 May 2015 16:58:00 +0200

It’s been nearly a decade since a major hurricane has made landfall in the U.S., but that hasn’t stopped President Barack Obama from claiming that more global warming-induced “extreme weather” will pummel Americans every year. Obama is set to tour the National Hurricane Center Thursday where he is....

The best hurricane forecasting model isn't American

Thu, 28 May 2015 17:28:00 +0200

As hurricane season comes upon us on June 1, we will be treated to a variety of hurricane forecasts, with different guesses about when and where landfall will hit, how intense the storm will be, and how much flooding we might expect. All those forecasts will change each day. And some of those forecasts will look very different than the rest.

First Eastern Pacific tropical depression runs ahead of dawn

Thu, 28 May 2015 17:53:00 +0200

NOAA's GOES-West satellite captured an infrared image of the developing depression on May 28 at 1200 UTC (8 a.m. EDT). The GOES image showed a circular center with bands of thunderstorms spiraling into the center from the northwest and southeast. Credit: NASA/NOAA GOES Project.

Grenada country profile

Thu, 28 May 2015 17:51:00 +0200

Grenada made world headlines in 1983 when a split in the governing left-wing party led to the overthrow and execution of the country's charismatic leader, Maurice Bishop, and provided the pretext for a US invasion of the islands. Set against the background of Grenada's hitherto peaceful....

1st tropical storm of Pacific season forms off Mexico

Thu, 28 May 2015 18:09:00 +0200

MIAMI The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed far from Mexico's coast. Tropical Storm Andres formed Thursday and has maximum sustained winds near 40 mph (65 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm could become a hurricane by late....

Tropical Storm Andres, 1st of Pacific season, forms off Mexico but poses no threat to land

Thu, 28 May 2015 18:18:00 +0200

News NOAA, like everyone else, sees a quiet Atlantic hurricane season. Top Stories in US & World Entertainment Corvettes and crafts keep things fun. Top Stories in Entertainment Lifestyle Chronicle critics offer entertainment suggestions. Top Stories in Lifestyle Jobs Health care field draws former service personnel.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 18:21:00 +0200

HOUSTON (AP) " The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. The serious flood history of America's fourth-biggest city goes back nearly to Houston's founding in 1836. That's when two New York property agents sold people on....

Cox BusinessVoice: 9 Critical Functions Of Your Business Continuity Plan

Thu, 28 May 2015 18:41:00 +0200

By Murray Goldstein. When business owners think about continuity planning, many tend to limit the scope of their plans to simple IT recovery and emergency preparedness. In reality, a well-designed business continuity plan impacts nearly every aspect of your business health.

1st tropical storm of Pacific season forms off Mexico

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:00:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed far from Mexico's coast. Tropical Storm Andres formed Thursday and has maximum sustained winds near 40 mph (65 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm could become a hurricane by....

Floods in Vulnerable Houston No Surprise, Despite Controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:14:00 +0200

. The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:12:00 +0200

The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:17:00 +0200

HOUSTON — The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:23:00 +0200

HOUSTON (AP) — The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

First Pacific hurricane forecast for Friday

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:30:00 +0200

By AFP 50 mins ago in World Friday is expected to see the first hurricane of the Eastern Pacific storm season, US meteorologists warned, heralding the start of a turbulent six-month period. Tropical Storm Andres, which formed off the Mexican coast in the early morning hours Thursday, was located....

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:33:00 +0200

HOUSTON (AP) The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 19:44:00 +0200

Obama says TX, OK storms a reminder to prep for disasters

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:07:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) â€” President Barack Obama said Thursday the deadly flooding in Texas and Oklahoma should serve as a reminder of the need to make the nation more resilient to the impact of natural disasters, adding that climate change is affecting both the pace and intensity of storms.

Obama says TX storms a reminder to prepare for disasters

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:05:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) President Barack Obama said Thursday the deadly flooding in Texas and Oklahoma should serve as a reminder of the need to make the nation more resilient to the impact of natural disasters, adding that climate change is affecting both the pace and intensity of storms.

Obama says TX, OK storms a reminder to prep for disasters

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:21:00 +0200

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press. MIAMI (AP) - President Barack Obama said Thursday the deadly flooding in Texas and Oklahoma should serve as a reminder of the need to make the nation more resilient to the impact of natural disasters, adding that climate change is affecting both the pace and intensity of storms.

Obama says TX, OK storms a reminder to prep for disasters

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:26:00 +0200

MIAMI President Barack Obama said Thursday the deadly flooding in Texas and Oklahoma should serve as a reminder of the need to make the nation more resilient to the impact of natural disasters, adding that climate change is affecting both the pace and intensity of storms.

Floods in vulnerable Houston no surprise, despite controls

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:44:00 +0200

“It happens fairly frequently,” said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University’s Center for Beaches and Shores. “Houston is the No. 1 city in America to be injured and die in a flood.” The Harris County Flood Control District, the agency working in recent years with the U.S.

Obama says TX, OK storms a reminder to prep for disasters

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:40:00 +0200

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press. MIAMI (AP) — President Barack Obama said Thursday the deadly flooding in Texas and Oklahoma should serve as a reminder of the need to make the nation more resilient to the impact of natural disasters, adding that climate change is affecting both the pace and intensity of storms.

Houston Floods Are No Surprise

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:40:00 +0200

By MICHAEL GRACZYK, Associated Press. HOUSTON (AP) — The flooding, property damage and loss of life as torrential rains this week hit the Houston area should be no surprise. "It happens fairly frequently," said Sam Brody, director of Texas A&M University's Center for Beaches and Shores. "Houston is the No.

Obama says TX, OK storms a reminder to prep for disasters

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:37:00 +0200

Obama: Teach climate change in schools

Thu, 28 May 2015 21:03:00 +0200

President Barack Obama, with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate, participate in a briefing at the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Thursday, May 28, 2015, to draw attention to preparedness in advance of the annual storm season that ... By Ben Wolfgang - The Washington Times - Thursday, May 28, 2015.

1st Tropical Storm of Pacific Season Strengthens off Mexico

Fri, 29 May 2015 01:19:00 +0200

. The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed far from Mexico's coast. Tropical Storm Andres formed Thursday and strengthened through the day to maximum sustained winds near 60 mph (95 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm could....

1st tropical storm of Pacific season strengthens off Mexico

Fri, 29 May 2015 01:45:00 +0200

MIAMI The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed far from Mexico's coast. Tropical Storm Andres formed Thursday and strengthened through the day to maximum sustained winds near 60 mph (95 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm could....

1st tropical storm of Pacific season strengthens off Mexico

Fri, 29 May 2015 02:19:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed far from Mexico's coast. Tropical Storm Andres formed Thursday and strengthened through the day to maximum sustained winds near 60 mph (95 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm....

1st tropical storm of Pacific season strengthens off Mexico

Fri, 29 May 2015 06:38:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is strengthening rapidly and expected to soon become a hurricane. Tropical Storm Andres formed Thursday far off the coast of Mexico, and strengthened through the day to reach maximum sustained winds near 70 mph (110 kph).

Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 11:31:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is expected to soon become a hurricane far off Mexico's coast. A day after forming, Tropical Storm Andres had maximum sustained winds early Friday near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S.

Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 11:30:00 +0200

MIAMI The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is expected to soon become a hurricane far off Mexico's coast. A day after forming, Tropical Storm Andres had maximum sustained winds early Friday near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S.

Tropical Storm Andres Expected to Become a Hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 11:29:00 +0200

. The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is expected to soon become a hurricane far off Mexico's coast. A day after forming, Tropical Storm Andres had maximum sustained winds early Friday near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S.

First Pacific hurricane forecast for Friday

Fri, 29 May 2015 11:26:00 +0200

By AFP 16 hours ago in World Friday is expected to see the first hurricane of the Eastern Pacific storm season, US meteorologists warned, heralding the start of a turbulent six-month period. Tropical Storm Andres, which formed off the Mexican coast in the early morning hours Thursday, was located....

Tropical Storm Andres, 1st of Pacific season, expected to become hurricane off Mexico

Fri, 29 May 2015 11:26:00 +0200

A day after forming, Tropical Storm Andres had maximum sustained winds early Friday near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm is expected to become a hurricane later in the day, though it's not currently forecast to threaten land.

Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 12:03:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is expected to soon become a hurricane far off Mexico's coast. A day after forming, Tropical Storm Andres had maximum sustained winds early Friday near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S.

Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 12:25:00 +0200

Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 12:38:00 +0200

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Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Fri, 29 May 2015 13:13:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — The first named tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is expected to soon become a hurricane far off Mexico's coast. A day after forming, Tropical Storm Andres had maximum sustained winds early Friday near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S.

1st tropical storm of Pacific season strengthens off Mexico

Fri, 29 May 2015 15:28:00 +0200

Andres becomes first hurricane of year in eastern Pacific

Sat, 30 May 2015 01:29:00 +0200

MIAMI Andres has strengthened into the first hurricane of the eastern Pacific this year, but is still no threat to land as it swirls far off the coast of Mexico. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 75 mph (120 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some additional strengthening is....

Andres becomes first hurricane of year in eastern Pacific; still no threat to land

Sat, 30 May 2015 01:38:00 +0200

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Andres Becomes First Hurricane of Year in Eastern Pacific; Still No Threat to Land

Sat, 30 May 2015 02:07:00 +0200

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Andres becomes first hurricane of year in eastern Pacific; still no threat to land

Sat, 30 May 2015 01:58:00 +0200

. MIAMI (AP) " Andres becomes first hurricane of year in eastern Pacific; still no threat to land. AP. This story has been automatically published from the Associated Press wire which uses US spellings. Cranes towering over the Stone Store. A giant casino in Kaikohe.

Andres becomes first hurricane of year in eastern Pacific

Sat, 30 May 2015 02:15:00 +0200

Andres had maximum sustained winds of 75 mph (120 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some additional strengthening is expected in the next couple of days as it continues to travel farther out into the ocean. Subscription Required. An online service is needed to view this article in its entirety.

Hurricane Andres strengthens far off coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 05:12:00 +0200

MIAMI Hurricane Andres is getting stronger as it spins far off the coast of Mexico. The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (140 kph) Friday night. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some....

Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane

Sat, 30 May 2015 05:22:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Andres is getting stronger as it spins far off the coast of Mexico. The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (140 kph) Friday night. The U.S.

Hurricane Andres Strengthens Far off Coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 05:30:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres is getting stronger as it spins far off the coast of The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (140 kph) Friday night. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some additional....

Obama signs disaster declaration for Texas as storm's death toll increases - Tropical Storm Andres expected to become a hurricane - VIDEO: Flood survivors rescued by helicopter

Sat, 30 May 2015 09:00:00 +0200

President Barack Obama signed a disaster declaration for Texas late Friday after the state suffered severe flooding throughout the week. The White House said Obama declared that he ordered federal aid to supplement other recovery efforts affected by the severe weather since May 4. Texas Gov.

Hurricane Andres strengthens far off coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 11:12:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Andres is getting a little stronger as it spins far off the coast of Mexico. The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 90 mph (150 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S.

Hurricane Andres Strengthens Far off Coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 11:01:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres is getting a little stronger as it spins far off the coast of The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 90 mph (150 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some....

Hurricane Andres strengthens far out to sea; first eastern Pacific hurricane no threat to land

Sat, 30 May 2015 11:15:00 +0200

The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 90 mph (150 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some additional strengthening is possible Saturday, but the storm is expected to start weakening later in the day and through Sunday night.

Hurricane Andres strengthens far off coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 11:30:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Andres is getting a little stronger as it spins far off the coast of Mexico. The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 90 mph (150 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S.

Hurricane Andres Strengthens Far off Coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 17:53:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres has strengthened to a Category 2 storm as it spins far off the coast of The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (170 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S.

Hurricane Andres strengthens far off coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 18:17:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Andres has strengthened to a Category 2 storm as it spins far off the coast of Mexico. The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (170 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S.

Hurricane Andres strengthens far off coast of Mexico

Sat, 30 May 2015 19:04:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " Hurricane Andres has strengthened to a Category 2 storm as it spins far off the coast of Mexico. The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (170 kph) Saturday morning. The U.S.

Texas floods: More rain expected in Houston

Sat, 30 May 2015 20:35:00 +0200

And it ain't over yet. Every drop of rain these days is a drop too many in much of Texas, where 22 people have died and President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster. Showers were in the forecast for Saturday, especially in south Texas and the Houston area where up to 2 inches of rain are possible, CNN meteorologists said.

Hurricane Andres strengthens off Mexican coast

Sat, 30 May 2015 20:42:00 +0200

Mexico City. Andres, the first storm of the Pacific season, strengthened Saturday to a Category Two hurricane as it churned hundreds of kilometers off the coast of Mexico, the National Weather Service said. The storm could cause heavy rain across southern Mexico, but was some 1,125 kilometers (700....

May's rain enough to cover Texas in 8 inches

Sat, 30 May 2015 20:55:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres strengthens off Mexican coast

Sat, 30 May 2015 21:40:00 +0200

MEXICO CITY (AFP) - Andres, the first storm of the Pacific season, strengthened Saturday to a Category Two hurricane as it churned hundreds of kilometres off the coast of Mexico, the National Weather Service said. The storm could cause heavy rain across southern Mexico, but was some 1,125 km from....

Enough rain to put state 8 inches under water

Sat, 30 May 2015 22:14:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres Category 2 storm; no threat to land

Sun, 31 May 2015 00:02:00 +0200

MIAMI Hurricane Andres remains a Category 2 storm in the eastern Pacific, but still poses no threat to land. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Saturday afternoon. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting little change in the....

Hurricane Andres Category 2 Storm; No Threat to Land

Sun, 31 May 2015 00:00:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres remains a Category 2 storm in the eastern Pacific, but still poses no threat to land. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Saturday afternoon. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting little change in the storm's....

Hurricane Andres Category 2 storm; no threat to land

Sun, 31 May 2015 00:20:00 +0200

The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Saturday afternoon. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting little change in the storm's strength until Sunday, when it is expected to weaken gradually. Subscription Required. An online service is needed to view this article in its entirety.

Hurricane Andres Category 2 storm; no threat to land

Sun, 31 May 2015 04:06:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Andres remains a Category 2 storm in the eastern Pacific, but still poses no threat to land. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Saturday afternoon. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting little change in the....

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Category 2 storm

Sun, 31 May 2015 08:01:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres strengthens off Mexican coast

Sun, 31 May 2015 09:30:00 +0200

BEIJING, May 31 (Xinhuanet) -- Hurricane Andres is getting stronger as it spins far off the coast of Mexico.The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 140 kilometers per hour Friday night. The U.S.

Hurricane Andres strengthens off Mexican coast

Sun, 31 May 2015 10:39:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres is getting stronger as it spins far off the coast of Mexico.The first named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season poses no threat to land. Andres had maximum sustained winds of 140 kilometers per hour Friday night. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says some....

Hurricane Andres still Category 2 storm; but no threat to land and expected to weaken

Sun, 31 May 2015 11:09:00 +0200

The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Sunday morning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting that the storm should weaken gradually over the next 48 hours. Andres is centered about 710 miles (1,145 kilometers) off the southern tip of....

Hurricane Andres Category 2 Storm; No Threat to Land

Sun, 31 May 2015 11:36:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres remains a Category 2 storm in the eastern Pacific, but still poses no threat to land and is expected to weaken. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Sunday morning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting that the....

Hurricane Andres Category 2 storm; no threat to land

Sun, 31 May 2015 12:13:00 +0200

The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) Sunday morning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting that the storm should weaken gradually over the next 48 hours. Subscription Required. An online service is needed to view this article in its entirety.

Hurricane Andres strengthens off Mexican coast

Sun, 31 May 2015 13:18:00 +0200

This image from the NOAA-NASA GOES Project shows Hurricane Andres on May 28, 2015 off the coast of Mexico. Andres, the first storm of the Pacific season, strengthened Saturday to a Category Two hurricane as it churned hundreds of kilometers off the coast of Mexico, the National Weather Service said.

Hurricane Andres tracks far off Mexico's Pacific coast: Forecasters

Sun, 31 May 2015 21:17:00 +0200

By AFP 29 mins ago in World Andres, the first hurricane of the season in the Pacific, tracked far from Mexico's west coast Sunday, packing 169 kilometer (105 mile) an hour winds but posing little threat to land, forecasters said. Mexican weather authorities warned of the possibility of "intense to....

Andres Strengthens to Category 3 Hurricane Far out in Eastern Pacific; No Threat to Land

Sun, 31 May 2015 23:16:00 +0200

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Hurricane Andres Strengthens to Cat 3 Over Eastern Pacific

Sun, 31 May 2015 23:16:00 +0200

. Andres has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja peninsula. California The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 125 mph (205 kph) Sunday afternoon.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Category 3 storm; dangerous surf and rip currents generated

Sun, 31 May 2015 23:09:00 +0200

MIAMI - Andres has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 205 kph Sunday afternoon.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Cat 3 over eastern Pacific

Sun, 31 May 2015 23:34:00 +0200

MIAMI Andres has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 125 mph (205 kph) Sunday afternoon.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Cat 3 over eastern Pacific

Sun, 31 May 2015 23:57:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Andres has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum....

Andres strengthens to Category 3 hurricane far out in eastern Pacific; no threat to land

Sun, 31 May 2015 23:57:00 +0200

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Andres strengthens to Category 3 hurricane far out in eastern Pacific; no threat to land

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:13:00 +0200

. MIAMI (AP) " Andres strengthens to Category 3 hurricane far out in eastern Pacific; no threat to land. AP. This story has been automatically published from the Associated Press wire which uses US spellings. Two young German women have been reunited with their backpacks and most of their....

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Cat 3 over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:13:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " Andres has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum....

First Pacific hurricane strengthens to Cat 3

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:10:00 +0200

FLORIDA, United States (AP) Andres has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula.

Hurricane Andres Strengthens to Cat 4 Over Eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:03:00 +0200

. Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja peninsula. California The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 140 mph (220 kph) Sunday night.

Andres Now Category 4 Hurricane in Eastern Pacific; Rough Surf, but No Threat to Land

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:03:00 +0200

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Hurricane Andres strengthens to Category 4 storm; dangerous surf and rip currents generated

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:09:00 +0200

MIAMI - Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 140 mph (220 kph) Sunday night.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Cat 4 over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:19:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 140 mph (220 kph) Sunday night.

Andres now Category 4 hurricane in eastern Pacific; rough surf, but no threat to land

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:19:00 +0200

. MIAMI (AP) " Andres now Category 4 hurricane in eastern Pacific; rough surf, but no threat to land. AP. This story has been automatically published from the Associated Press wire which uses US spellings. A man and his tractor had to be rescued after both encountered trouble trying to cross As....

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Cat 4 over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:15:00 +0200

MIAMI Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 140 mph (220 kph) Sunday night.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Cat 4 over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:33:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 140 mph (220 kph) Sunday night.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to category 4 over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:31:00 +0200

MIAMI: Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season had maximum sustained winds of 140 mph (220 kph) Sunday night.

Hurricane Andres strengthens; dangerous currents generated

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 07:20:00 +0200

Hurricane Andres strengthens to Category 4 storm; dangerous surf and rip currents generated. MIAMI (AP) Andres has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane far out to sea in the eastern Pacific, and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula.

Hurricane Andres strengthens to category 4 off Mexican coast

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 07:35:00 +0200

Storm Andres, the first of this year’s Pacific season, has strengthened to a Category Three hurricane with wind speeds inside it surpassing 200 kilometers (124 miles) per hour, Mexico’s National Meteorological Service (SMN) reports, according to The hurricane had sustained winds of 220 kilometers....

Hurricane Andres Strengthens To Category 4 Storm Over Eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 08:14:00 +0200

Cat 4 Hurricane Andres strengthens over eastern Pacific; dangerous surf, rip currents caused

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 11:12:00 +0200

The first named storm of the season is a Category 4 hurricane with maximum sustained winds near 145 mph (230 kph) Monday morning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami is forecasting that the storm will begin weakening later in the day. Andres is centered about 825 miles (1,325 kilometers)....

Weather: Mostly sunny today, high near 87 27 mins ago

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 11:16:00 +0200

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Cat 4 Hurricane Andres strengthens over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 12:16:00 +0200

Posted: Monday, June 1, 2015 4:01 am. Associated Press 0 comments MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Andres strengthened a little early Monday far out over the eastern Pacific and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula.

Weather: Mostly sunny today, high near 87 2 hours ago

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:17:00 +0200

Cat 4 Hurricane Andres strengthens over eastern Pacific; dangerous surf, rip currents caused

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:56:00 +0200

MIAMI - Hurricane Andres strengthened a little early Monday far out over the eastern Pacific and is generating swells that are likely to cause dangerous surf and rip currents on parts of the west coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The first named storm of the season is a Category 4....

Cat 4 Hurricane Andres strengthens over eastern Pacific

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 15:30:00 +0200

Tropical Storm Blanca forms in Pacific off Mexico, expected to strengthen over next 2 days

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:07:00 +0200

MIAMI - Tropical Storm Blanca has formed in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico and is expected to strengthen quickly over the next two days. The second named storm of the season was centred about 335 miles (540 kilometres) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, on Monday.

Hurricane Andres will not make landfall The first hurricane of the 2015 season will not make landfall in the U.S.

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:19:00 +0200

The first hurricane of the 2015 season is churning off the coast of Mexico, and it will not make landfall. According to weather experts, the strong storm was rapidly weakening Monday morning as it churned off the coast of Mexico. It might spur some high surf or swells. Watch the video for more information.

Tropical Storm Blanca forms in Pacific Ocean off Mexico

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:22:00 +0200

MIAMI Tropical Storm Blanca has formed in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico and is expected to strengthen quickly over the next two days. The second named storm of the season was centered about 335 miles (540 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, on Monday.

Tropical Storm Blanca Forms in Pacific Ocean off Mexico

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:30:00 +0200

. Tropical Storm Blanca has formed in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico and is expected to strengthen quickly over the next two days. The second named storm of the season was centered about 335 miles (540 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, on Monday.

NASA sees birth of second Eastern Pacific tropical depression

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 18:37:00 +0200

When NASA's Aqua satellite passed over TD02E on June 1 at 8:04 UTC (4:04 a.m. EDT), the AIRS instrument saw cloud top temperatures colder than -63F/-52C (purple) in strong storms. Credit: NASA JPL/Ed Olsen. Less than a week after the first Eastern Pacific Ocean tropical cyclone was born, NASA's Aqua....

NASA provides information on Category 4 Hurricane Andres

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 18:37:00 +0200

NASA's Terra satellite captured this visible image of Hurricane Andres on May 31 at 18:25 UTC (2:25 p.m. EDT) that clearly shows the storm's eye. Credit: NASA Goddard MODIS Rapid Response. Hurricane Andres grew into a major hurricane today and NASA's Aqua satellite provided data to forecasters to help determine the powerful storm's next move.

Weather Gang: Hurricane Andres balloons to category 4 in eastern Pacific Ocean

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 22:48:00 +0200

, which began as a tropical depression in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, ballooned into a powerful, category 4 hurricane on Sunday night, boasting sustained winds of 140 mph. According to Weather Underground’s director of meteorology Jeff Masters , “Andres’ emergence as a major hurricane at longitude 118.

Weather: Isolated showers developing inland 44 mins ago

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 23:48:00 +0200

CURRENT CONDITIONS. A strong thunderstorm is lingering over western Indian River County this afternoon, but most storms will stay inland through the evening, according to WPTV Chief Meteorologist Steve Weagle. Isolated to scattered showers and a few strong thunderstorms also are possible this....

Series of quakes strikes off Northwest coast; no tsunamis

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 23:47:00 +0200

The earthquakes began around midnight Sunday. The latest and most powerful struck at about 1 p.m. Monday. U.S. Geological Survey scientists say the earthquakes were nearly 300 miles west of Coos Bay, Oregon, in an area that has generated dozens of such quakes in recent decades.

Tropical Storm Blanca Expected to Become Hurricane Tuesday

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:36:00 +0200

. Two storms are churning in the Eastern Pacific but neither is expected to make landfall. Blanca, the second named storm of the season, was centered about 340 miles (545 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico , Monday evening. It has maximum sustained winds of 45 mph (75 kph) and has been meandering for the past few hours.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become hurricane Tuesday

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:15:00 +0200

MIAMI Two storms are churning in the Eastern Pacific but neither is expected to make landfall. Blanca, the second named storm of the season, was centered about 340 miles (545 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, Monday evening. It has maximum sustained winds of 45 mph (75 kph) and has been meandering for the past few hours.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become hurricane Tuesday

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:53:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Two storms are churning in the Eastern Pacific but neither is expected to make landfall. Blanca, the second named storm of the season, was centered about 340 miles (545 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, Monday evening. It has maximum sustained winds of 45 mph (75 kph) and has been meandering for the past few hours.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become hurricane Tuesday

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 01:14:00 +0200

Andres' swells may cause dangerous surf, rip conditions

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 05:46:00 +0200

MIAMI Two storms are churning in the Eastern Pacific but one is producing swells that may cause life-threatening conditions. Blanca, the second named storm of the season, was centered about 350 miles (560 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, Monday evening. It has maximum sustained winds of 50 mph (85 kph).

Andres' Swells May Cause Dangerous Surf, Rip Conditions

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 05:53:00 +0200

. Two storms are churning in the Eastern Pacific but one is producing swells that may cause life-threatening conditions. Blanca, the second named storm of the season, was centered about 350 miles (560 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico , Monday evening. It has maximum sustained winds of 50 mph (85 kph).

Andres’ swells may cause dangerous surf, rip conditions

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 05:58:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Two storms are churning in the Eastern Pacific but one is producing swells that may cause life-threatening conditions. Blanca, the second named storm of the season, was centered about 350 miles (560 kilometers) south-southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, Monday evening. It has maximum sustained winds of 50 mph (85 kph).

Hurricane Andres may cause life-threatening surfs, rip currents off Baja California peninsula

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 06:45:00 +0200

. 2015-06-01T22:19:23Z Hurricane Andres may cause life-threatening surfs, rip currents off Baja California peninsula The Associated Press The Associated Press. Copyright 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Tropical Storm Blanca Expected to Become Major Hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:30:00 +0200

. Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane later this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 50 mph (85 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane by Wednesday night or early Thursday.

Tropical Storm Blanca is expected to become a major hurricane in the eastern Pacific

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:36:00 +0200

The storm's maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 50 mph (85 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane by Wednesday night or early Thursday. Blanca is centered about 365 miles (585 kilometers) southwest of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, and is moving west around 1 mph (2 kph).

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become major hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:38:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane later this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 50 mph (85 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane by Wednesday night or early Thursday.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become major hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 12:24:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane later this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm's maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 50 mph (85 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane by Wednesday night or early Thursday.

Rain chances high Tuesday in afternoon 27 mins ago

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 12:51:00 +0200

Copyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Grab the umbrella this morning. Although you might not need it for the morning hours, you most likely will this afternoon.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become major hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 13:21:00 +0200

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become major hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 15:06:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane later this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm’s maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 50 mph (85 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane by Wednesday night or early Thursday.

Rain expected Tuesday afternoon 10 mins ago

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 16:54:00 +0200

Grab the umbrella this morning. Although you might not need it for the morning hours, you most likely will this afternoon. Rain chances will increase quickly today, from isolated rainfall this morning to numerous showers and thunderstorms possible this afternoon.

Satellite imagery shows a weaker Hurricane Andres

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 18:49:00 +0200

This infrared-light image from NOAA's GOES-West satellite shows a weaker Hurricane Andres on June 2 at 1200 UTC (8 a.m. EDT), Tropical Storm Blanca is (right) southwest. Credit: NASA/NOAA GOES Project. Infrared-light imagery from NOAA's GOES-West satellite on June 2 shows a weaker Hurricane Andres.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become major hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 21:38:00 +0200

MIAMI Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday were near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to be near major hurricane strength on Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Blanca Expected to Become Major Hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 21:50:00 +0200

. Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday were near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to be near major hurricane strength on Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Blanca expected to become major hurricane

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 21:58:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Tropical Storm Blanca is forecast to rapidly strengthen and become a major hurricane this week over the eastern Pacific. The storm's maximum sustained winds Tuesday were near 70 mph (110 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to be near major hurricane strength on Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Blanca becomes hurricane in eastern Pacific

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 23:54:00 +0200

MIAMI Tropical Storm Blanca has become the second hurricane of the eastern Pacific season, but poses no threat to land. The storm's maximum sustained winds strengthened Tuesday to 75 mph (120 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane on Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Blanca Becomes Hurricane in Eastern Pacific

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 23:54:00 +0200

. Tropical Storm Blanca has become the second hurricane of the eastern Pacific season, but poses no threat to land. The storm's maximum sustained winds strengthened Tuesday to 75 mph (120 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane on Wednesday.

Hurricane Blanca forms, heads toward Mexico resorts

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 00:13:00 +0200

By AFP 47 mins ago in World Hurricane Blanca formed off Mexico's Pacific coast on Tuesday and was on track to strike the Los Cabos resorts during weekend elections, a year after major storm damage, forecasters said. The tropical storm grew into a category one hurricane with maximum sustained winds....

Tropical Storm Blanca becomes hurricane in eastern Pacific

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 00:33:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Tropical Storm Blanca has become the second hurricane of the eastern Pacific season, but poses no threat to land. The storm's maximum sustained winds strengthened Tuesday to 75 mph (120 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to become a major hurricane on Wednesday.

Andres won't have big local impact

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 00:53:00 +0200

It looks like a heaping helping of leftovers from Hurricane Andres won’t be coming to the table in San Diego County. Andres, which quickly grew into a powerful storm with 140 mph winds on Sunday, is just as rapidly weakening and should lose hurricane status late Tuesday.

Hurricane Blanca stronger, Andres weaker in eastern Pacific

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 06:19:00 +0200

The storm's maximum sustained winds strengthened Tuesday night to 85 mph (140 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to strengthen further Wednesday, and will produce swells that are likely to generate dangerous surf and rip currents along portions of the coast of southwestern Mexico.

Andres weakens to tropical storm in eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca rapidly strengthening

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:22:00 +0200

Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected. The storm is centered about 995 miles (1,600 kilometers) west-southwest of the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. Meanwhile, Hurricane Blanca is gaining strength and the U.

Andres weakens to tropical storm in eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca rapidly strengthening

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:21:00 +0200

MIAMI - Andres has weakened to a tropical storm in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca is rapidly strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane. Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected.

Andres weakens to tropical storm, Blanca gains strength

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:48:00 +0200

MIAMI Andres has weakened to a tropical storm in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca is rapidly strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane. Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected.

Damp commute Wednesday morning 22 mins ago

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:57:00 +0200

Copyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. We’re starting the day with scattered rainfall throughout the Treasure Coast. Rain is moving from southwest to northeast and could be heavy in spots. A rumble of thunder isn’t out of the question.

Andres Weakens to Tropical Storm, Blanca Gains Strength

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:55:00 +0200

. Andres has weakened to a tropical storm in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca is rapidly strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane. Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected.

Andres Weakens to Tropical Storm in Eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca Rapidly Strengthening

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:55:00 +0200

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Andres weakens to tropical storm in eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca rapidly strengthening

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:17:00 +0200

. MIAMI (AP) " Andres weakens to tropical storm in eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca rapidly strengthening. AP. This story has been automatically published from the Associated Press wire which uses US spellings. One giant leap for Opua Opua hopes to be the next Northland town to transform itself ....

Andres weakens to tropical storm, Blanca gains strength

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:17:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " Andres has weakened to a tropical storm in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca is rapidly strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane. Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected.

Andres weakens to tropical storm, Blanca gains strength

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:19:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Andres has weakened to a tropical storm in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca is rapidly strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane. Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected.

Andres weakens to tropical storm in eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca rapidly strengthening

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:37:00 +0200

. 2015-06-03T04:12:41Z Andres weakens to tropical storm in eastern Pacific; Hurricane Blanca rapidly strengthening The Associated Press The Associated Press. Copyright 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

First night-shining clouds of 2015 arctic season

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 14:43:00 +0200

Credit: NASA/AIM/LASP/University of Colorado. NASA's Aeronomy of Ice in the Mesosphere, or AIM, spacecraft has spotted a luminous patch of electric-blue drifting across the Arctic Circle. The sighting marks the beginning of the 2015 season for noctilucent clouds (NLCs).

Rains done for now, but more possible later 21 mins ago

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 15:11:00 +0200

Copyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Rain was moving from southwest to northeast earlier this morning, but as expected it now has tapered off. However, another round of showers and thunderstorms is possible this afternoon.

Andres Weakens to Tropical Storm, Blanca Gains Strength

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 15:16:00 +0200

MIAMI— Andres has weakened to a tropical storm in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca is rapidly strengthening and is expected to become a major hurricane. Andres' maximum sustained winds early Wednesday decreased to near 70 mph (110 kph) with continued weakening expected.

Tropical Storm Blanca becomes hurricane in eastern Pacific

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 15:22:00 +0200

Rains done for now, but more possible later 1 hour ago

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 16:29:00 +0200

Rain was moving from southwest to northeast earlier this morning, but as expected it now has tapered off. However, another round of showers and thunderstorms is possible this afternoon. High temperatures today will reach the mid 80s and winds will be a little breezy out of the southeast.

Weather Gang: Hurricane Blanca explodes into category 4, earliest second major hurricane on record

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 18:13:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca already became the earliest second hurricane on record in the eastern Pacific ocean when it reached category 1 status on Tuesday. Now the storm is undergoing a period of rapid intensification over very warm ocean waters, and has the potential to max out at a category 5 over the next couple of days.

Weather Hurricane Blanca roars in Pacific, could affect Mexico's Baja…

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 18:18:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca, a Category-4 storm with 140 mph winds, is spinning in the eastern Pacific Ocean. As of 11 a.m. ET Wednesday, it was located 455 miles south of Manzanillo, Mexico, according to the National Hurricane Center. Blanca is nearly stationary, but will begin moving northwestward Thursday, the Weather Channel said.

Rains done for now, but more possible later

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 18:16:00 +0200

11 a.m.: Scattered storms and isolated thunderstorms are expected to develop through early afternoon, with higher coverage expected across inland areas of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee County. One or two of today's storms could be strong, containing dangerous cloud to ground lightning, gusty winds and small hail.

Hurricane Blanca roars in Pacific, could affect Mexico's Baja…

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 20:19:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca, a Category-4 storm with 130 mph winds, is spinning in the eastern Pacific Ocean. As of 2 p.m. ET Wednesday, it was located 455 miles south of Manzanillo, Mexico, according to the National Hurricane Center. Blanca is nearly stationary, but will begin moving northwestward Thursday, the Weather Channel said.

Blanca Gains Strength in Pacific, Becomes Category 4 Hurricane; Andres Weakens; No Land Threat

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 21:18:00 +0200

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Hurricane Blanca Strengthens; Andres Weakens; No Land Threat

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 21:18:00 +0200

. Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca's winds gain strength, making it a Category 4 hurricane. Neither storm posed a threat to land Wednesday, with no watches or warnings in effect. Andres' maximum sustained winds decreased to 60 mph (95 kph).

Blanca gains strength in Pacific, becomes Category 4 hurricane; Andres weakens; no land threat

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 22:20:00 +0200

. MIAMI (AP) " Blanca gains strength in Pacific, becomes Category 4 hurricane; Andres weakens; no land threat. AP. This story has been automatically published from the Associated Press wire which uses US spellings. Whangarei woman Laura Cates is on a mission to make cheaper fresh produce....

Hurricane Blanca strengthens; Andres weakens; no land threat

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 05:21:00 +0200

MIAMI Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca's winds gain strength, making it a Category 4 hurricane. Neither storm posed a threat to land Wednesday, with no watches or warnings in effect. Andres' maximum sustained winds decreased to 60 mph (95 kph).

Blanca stops intensifying, for now; Andres weakens

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 05:19:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca has stopped intensifying but is expected to gain strength through early Friday. Neither storm posed a threat to land Wednesday, with no watches or warnings in effect. Andres’ maximum sustained winds decreased to 50 mph (85 kph).

Hurricane Blanca Strengthens; Andres Weakens; No Land Threat

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 05:04:00 +0200

Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca's winds gain strength, making it a Category 4 hurricane. Neither storm posed a threat to land Wednesday, with no watches or warnings in effect. Andres' maximum sustained winds decreased to 60 mph (95 kph).

Blanca Stops Intensifying, for Now; Andres Weakens

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 05:46:00 +0200

Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca has stopped intensifying but is expected to gain strength through early Friday. Neither storm posed a threat to land Wednesday, with no watches or warnings in effect. Andres' maximum sustained winds decreased to 50 mph (85 kph).

Blanca stops intensifying, for now; Andres weakens

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 06:20:00 +0200

Posted: Wednesday, June 3, 2015 10:07 pm Updated: 11:00 pm, Wed Jun 3, 2015. Associated Press 0 comments MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca has stopped intensifying but is expected to gain strength through early Friday. Thank you for reading 10 free articles on our site.

Hurricane Blanca expected to intensify through early Friday

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 07:16:00 +0200

Blanca stops intensifying, for now; Andres weakens

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 06:45:00 +0200

Last Updated On 04 June,2015 About 45 minutes ago The National Hurricane Center in Miami says Blanca is forecast to intensify MIAMI (AP) Tropical Storm Andres continues to weaken in the eastern Pacific while Hurricane Blanca has stopped intensifying but is expected to gain strength through early Friday.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 3 storm in eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 11:15:00 +0200

MIAMI - Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 3 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 125 mph (205 kph) early Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 3 storm in eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 11:32:00 +0200

The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 125 mph (205 kph) early Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so. Blanca is centered about 490 miles (790 kilometers) south of Manzanillo, Mexico, and has been drifting southwest.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 3 storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 11:45:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 3 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 125 mph (205 kph) early Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca Weakens Slightly to Category 3 Storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 11:37:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 3 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 125 mph (205 kph) early Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Dry start to Thursday amid lower rain chances 7 mins ago

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 12:01:00 +0200

Copyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A few showers are possible along the coast this morning, but the chances for rain are a little lower today. This afternoon, the chance for showers and a few thunderstorms will increase for our inland communities.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 3 storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 12:11:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) " Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 3 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 125 mph (205 kph) early Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 3 storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 12:27:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 3 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 125 mph (205 kph) early Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca Weakens Slightly to Category 2 Storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:06:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 110 mph (177 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 2 storm in eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:11:00 +0200

MIAMI - Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 110 mph (177 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 2 storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:38:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 110 mph (177 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 2 storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:40:00 +0200

MIAMI Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 110 mph (177 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens slightly to Category 3 storm

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:39:00 +0200

NASA sees Tropical Storm Andres fading RapidScat of Andres

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 19:43:00 +0200

Early on June 4, RapidScat identified the strongest winds (red) in Andres were in a small area northwest of the center and as strong 25 m/s (55.9 mph/90 kph). Credit: NASA JPL, Doug Tyler. NASA's RapidScat instrument and NASA's Aqua satellite provided a look Tropical Storm Andres' fading winds and....

Hurricane Blanca Weakens to Category 2 Storm

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 00:03:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 100 mph (161 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens to Category 2 storm

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 00:28:00 +0200

MIAMI Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 100 mph (161 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Hurricane Blanca weakens to Category 2 storm

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 01:56:00 +0200

MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Blanca has weakened slightly to a Category 2 storm as it swirls in the eastern Pacific off Mexico's coast. The hurricane's maximum sustained winds decreased to near 100 mph (161 kph) on Thursday but the U.S. National Hurricane Center says some re-strengthening is expected during the next day or so.

Image: Sentinel-1A captures Tianjin, China

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 12:29:00 +0200

The city sits to the west of the Bohai Bay within the Bohai Gulf, off of the Yellow Sea. With a population of over 14 million people, this megacity is among China's five largest. Urban areas are home to over half of the world's population, and are rapidly changing environments.

Weather Gang: Hurricane Blanca shows signs of intensification as it tracks toward Baja

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 20:23:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca is tracking north through the East Pacific west of Mexico on Friday with the potential to strengthen in the next 12 to 24 hours as it approaches the Baja Peninsula, where it’s expected to make landfall over the weekend. Hurricane Blanca would be the second cyclone since September to....

Hurricane Blanca Heads For Mexico

Sun, 07 Jun 2015 04:10:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca is seen in an infrared night-time image taken by NASA's Suomi NPP satellite off the coast of Mexico at 4:11 a.m. EDT (8:11 GMT) June 5, 2015. Reuters/NASA. Hurricane Blanca plowed north Saturday with its eye passing Socorro Island, about 285 miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. As of 8 p.

Hurricane Blanca intensifies to Category 4 off Mexico coast

Sun, 07 Jun 2015 05:59:00 +0200

Hurricane Blanca intensified into a Category 4 storm off the Mexican coast Saturday, but is expected to weaken before it nears land late Sunday. The system is now packing 130-mph winds, and tropical storm warnings and hurricane watches have been issued along the Pacific coast of Mexico, including for Cabo San Lucas, Santa Fe and La Paz.