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Please acknowledge EMM when (re)using this material GDACS EMM News Feed Record-breaking heat to scorch Northwest http://www.azcentral.com/story/weather/2015/06/26/northwest-heat-wave/29334911/ The first heat wave of the year is forecast to hit much of the northwestern U.S. this weekend, and many cities across the region will see 100-degree temperatures for the first time this season, AccuWeather predicts. Record high temperatures will be challenged or broken this weekend in cities such as.... Sat, 27 Jun 2015 17:09:00 +0200 azcentral en azcentral-552f5939be22366c738c326850d766d3 NaturalDisasters 38.9051 -77.0162 34.136581 -117.268501 40.6931 -111.892 43.6093 -116.214 34.0222 -118.244 47.6762 -122.297 45.4422 -122.642 39.52549 -119.796799 41.66695 -83.419425 36.455556 -116.866667 20150627170900 Thailand: Trat told to brace for more flooding http://reliefweb.int/report/thailand/trat-told-brace-more-flooding Tak also innundated with storm runoff. Trat authorities on Thursday told residents in at-risk areas to brace for flooding and mudslides due to continuous heavy rain set to hit several districts of the eastern province. The Trat provincial irrigation office on Thursday morning began discharging water.... Thu, 25 Jun 2015 12:28:00 +0200 reliefWeb en reliefWeb-49563a869a7ed4fe49d9ade3d8b6d152 NaturalDisasters 12.23736 102.508797 17.657761 100.287201 10.4927 99.177193 16.874832 99.116002 20150625122800 Trat told to brace for more flooding http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/general/603952/trat-told-to-brace-for-more-flooding Trat authorities on Thursday told residents in at-risk areas to brace for flooding and mudslides due to continuous heavy rain set to hit several districts of the eastern province. The Trat provincial irrigation office on Thursday morning began discharging water from downstream areas of Khao Rakham.... Thu, 25 Jun 2015 08:07:00 +0200 BangkokPost en BangkokPost-4769c7ef74be862d66207430d49b9f68 NaturalDisasters 12.23736 102.508797 10.4927 99.177193 16.874832 99.116002 20150625080700 Floods hit Trat, Tak villages http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/general/603952/floods-hit-trat-tak-villages Swollen by days of heavy rain, spillways of two reservoirs overflowed late Wednesday, flooding two villages in Trat’s Bo Rai district even as other areas of the country face water shortages. Residents at Ban Dan Chumphon and Ban Thapthip Siam villages in tambon Dan Chumphon of this eastern province.... Thu, 25 Jun 2015 06:41:00 +0200 BangkokPost en BangkokPost-4062d32eaa3801d8ab5ea65f8cbce654 NaturalDisasters 12.23736 102.508797 10.4927 99.177193 16.874832 99.116002 20150625064100 Only God not gov't can save us – BLC mourns with flood, fire victims http://www.myjoyonline.com/news/2015/June-6th/only-god-not-govt-can-save-us-blc-mourns-with-flood-fire-victims.php Bettering Lives for Christ, a non-governmental organisation has sent its condolences to victims and families of those who lost their lives in Wednesday’s flood and fire disaster at the GOIL petrol station at Kwame Nkrumah Circle. The organisation says it “mourns with the bereaved families and stands.... Sat, 06 Jun 2015 18:28:00 +0200 myjoyonline en myjoyonline-568014df957f2792acdd6f6f6727ed29 NaturalDisasters ManMadeDisasters 5.55856 -0.200924 20150606182800 Nation Hundreds of cattle rescued from Texas flooding Hundreds of cattle rescued from Texas flooding One onlooker said it looked like "a taste of the Old West coming back" as hundreds of cattle passed by Dayton, Texas. A group of cowboys and law enforcement officers worked to rescue the animals from their flooded home. Nation 58 minutes ago News Monday's forecast: Heavy rain from D.C. to Boston Monday's forecast: Heavy rain from D.C. to Boston The national weather forecast for Monday calls for severe weather for much of the U.S. News 1 hour, 6 minutes ago Nation Officers who sat on handcuffed man not indicted Officers who sat on handcuffed man not indicted Man died five days after being subdued on street by Louisiana officers. Nation 1 hour, 28 minutes ago News Car crashes into Los Angeles airport terminal; 3 hurt Car crashes into Los Angeles airport terminal; 3 hurt 9-year-old girl reportedly in serious condition after crash News 1 hour, 42 minutes ago News Komodo dragon bites Omaha zoo worker Komodo dragon bites Omaha zoo worker The worker needed a couple stitches to close up the wound on her hand. News 2 hours, 9 minutes ago Nation Lawmakers pray for Biden family after death of son Beau Lawmakers pray for Biden family after death of son Beau Beau Biden, the 46-year-old son of the vice president, dies after a battle with brain cancer. Nation 2 hours, 11 minutes ago Nation Beau Biden, vice president's son, dies at 46 Beau Biden, vice president's son, dies at 46 Like his father, Vice President Joe Biden, Beau Biden devoted his life to public service. The Iraq war veteran and former Delaware attorney general died of brain cancer. Nation 2 hours, 13 minutes ago Washington Ordinary Del. folks honor Beau Biden's service Ordinary Del. folks honor Beau Biden's service Residents mourn "what he could have done for his state." Washington 2 hours, 28 minutes ago Washington Beau Biden: Delaware mourns 'public servant, patriot' Beau Biden: Delaware mourns 'public servant, patriot' "He lived his life as he should, serving his family, his faith and his county. What more could you ask of someone?" Washington 2 hours, 55 minutes ago Elections Six things to know about Lindsey Graham Six things to know about Lindsey Graham Six things to know about the South Carolina Republican who's expected to launch his White House campaign on Monday. Elections 2 hours, 59 minutes ago TV Critic's Corner: 'So You Think You Can Dance' is back Critic's Corner: 'So You Think You Can Dance' is back USA TODAY's Robert Bianco previews 'So You Think You Can Dance' for Monday, June 1st. TV 3 hours, 3 minutes ago Weather Texas flood cleanup begins at laundromat Texas flood cleanup begins at laundromat Wash Day Laundry in Wimberley was one of several services offering free clothes cleaning. Weather 3 hours, 7 minutes ago Weather Below-average hurricane season could bring high costs Below-average hurricane season could bring high costs In a below-average hurricane season you can expect anywhere from six to 11 named-storms. But a single storm can still do plenty damage. Weather 3 hours, 16 minutes ago Nation Here's what happens when the Patriot Act expires tonight Here's what happens when the Patriot Act expires tonight There is more at stake than just the NSA's controversial mass collection of phone data. Nation 3 hours, 19 minutes ago Nation Now Former Marine holds plank for 5 hours, breaks world record Former Marine holds plank for 5 hours, breaks world record If holding a plank for a minute sounds rough, imagine doing it for five hours, 15 minutes and 15 seconds. Nation Now 3 hours, 19 minutes ago News Biker in Waco shootout files civil rights lawsuit Biker in Waco shootout files civil rights lawsuit A 30-year old father and former firefighter who is also a member of a motorcycle club has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging he was illegally swept up in the police dragnet following this month's Twin Peaks biker shootout in Waco. News 3 hours, 23 minutes ago Weather Monday's forecast: Heavy rain from D.C. to Boston Monday's forecast: Heavy rain from D.C. to Boston The national weather forecast for Monday, June 1st calls for severe weather for much of the U.S., including heavy rain from D.C. to Boston and showers in the Pacific Northwest. Weather 3 hours, 32 minutes ago Nation Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day A rainbow emerges over the Chicago skyline. Nation 2 days, 14 hours ago http://www.usatoday.com/videos/news/nation/2015/05/31/28284813/ Hundreds of cattle rescued from Texas flooding. One onlooker said it looked like "a taste of the Old West coming back" as hundreds of cattle passed by Dayton, Texas. A group of cowboys and law enforcement officers worked to rescue the animals from their flooded home. Mon, 01 Jun 2015 04:43:00 +0200 usaToday en usaToday-8adb6ca65d492b983df50acf11c59857 Consumers ConsumerAffairs NaturalDisasters 30.506111 -90.340833 38.9051 -77.0162 31.54254 -97.155449 34.0222 -118.244 41.2521 -95.9786 30.04483 -94.89785 33.334 44.3978 42.3753 -71.1026 41.8265 -87.6413 20150601044300 Nation Beau Biden, vice president's son, dies at 46 Beau Biden, vice president's son, dies at 46 Like his father, Vice President Joe Biden, Beau Biden devoted his life to public service. The Iraq war veteran and former Delaware attorney general died of brain cancer. Nation 11 minutes ago Washington Ordinary Del. folks honor Beau Biden's service Ordinary Del. folks honor Beau Biden's service Residents mourn "what he could have done for his state." Washington 27 minutes ago News Investigation reveals hundreds of accidents at secretive biolabs Investigation reveals hundreds of accidents at secretive biolabs The USA TODAY Network of reporters identified 211 high-containment lab facilities in all 50 states News 3 days, 4 hours ago News Explore secretive biolabs in all 50 states Explore secretive biolabs in all 50 states See mistakes, near misses and safety violations at more than 200 labs News 3 days, 3 hours ago News Weekly news quiz: Test you headline knowledge Weekly news quiz: Test you headline knowledge Were you paying attention this week? News 2 days, 7 hours ago Washington Beau Biden: Delaware mourns 'public servant, patriot' Beau Biden: Delaware mourns 'public servant, patriot' "He lived his life as he should, serving his family, his faith and his county. What more could you ask of someone?" Washington 54 minutes ago Elections Six things to know about Lindsey Graham Six things to know about Lindsey Graham Six things to know about the South Carolina Republican who's expected to launch his White House campaign on Monday. Elections 58 minutes ago TV Critic's Corner: 'So You Think You Can Dance' is back Critic's Corner: 'So You Think You Can Dance' is back USA TODAY's Robert Bianco previews 'So You Think You Can Dance' for Monday, June 1st. TV 1 hour, 2 minutes ago Weather Texas flood cleanup begins at laundromat Texas flood cleanup begins at laundromat Wash Day Laundry in Wimberley was one of several services offering free clothes cleaning. Weather 1 hour, 6 minutes ago Weather Below-average hurricane season could bring high costs Below-average hurricane season could bring high costs In a below-average hurricane season you can expect anywhere from six to 11 named-storms. But a single storm can still do plenty damage. Weather 1 hour, 15 minutes ago Nation Here's what happens when the Patriot Act expires tonight Here's what happens when the Patriot Act expires tonight There is more at stake than just the NSA's controversial mass collection of phone data. Nation 1 hour, 18 minutes ago Nation Now Former Marine holds plank for 5 hours, breaks world record Former Marine holds plank for 5 hours, breaks world record If holding a plank for a minute sounds rough, imagine doing it for five hours, 15 minutes and 15 seconds. Nation Now 1 hour, 18 minutes ago News Biker in Waco shootout files civil rights lawsuit Biker in Waco shootout files civil rights lawsuit A 30-year old father and former firefighter who is also a member of a motorcycle club has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging he was illegally swept up in the police dragnet following this month's Twin Peaks biker shootout in Waco. News 1 hour, 22 minutes ago Weather Monday's forecast: Heavy rain from D.C. to Boston Monday's forecast: Heavy rain from D.C. to Boston The national weather forecast for Monday, June 1st calls for severe weather for much of the U.S., including heavy rain from D.C. to Boston and showers in the Pacific Northwest. Weather 1 hour, 31 minutes ago News Kerry delays return to U.S. after bicycle crash injury Kerry delays return to U.S. after bicycle crash injury Secretary of State John Kerry was helicoptered to a Swiss hospital Sunday after a bike crash outside of Geneva. News 1 hour, 39 minutes ago Nation Ariz. attorney Dale Baich fights for right to humane death Ariz. attorney Dale Baich fights for right to humane death In his work with prisoners, Dale Baich often finds himself defending the indefensible. Nation 1 hour, 47 minutes ago Nation Biker in Waco shootout files civil rights lawsuit Biker in Waco shootout files civil rights lawsuit Matthew Clendennen, one of about 170 arrested in the riot, says his rights were violated. Nation 2 hours, 1 minute ago World Qatar extends travel ban on ex-Gitmo inmates; talks continue Qatar extends travel ban on ex-Gitmo inmates; talks continue Five Taliban leaders were exchanged a year ago for captured Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl. World 2 hours, 25 minutes ago Cartoons Daily editorial cartoons Daily editorial cartoons June 1, 2015 Cartoons 2 hours, 26 minutes ago Nation John Kerry breaks leg while biking abroad John Kerry breaks leg while biking abroad U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry broke his leg in bike crash Sunday, apparently after hitting a curb, and scrapped the rest of a four-nation trip that included an international conference on combating the Islamic State group. (May 31) Nation 2 hours, 45 minutes ago Washington If the Patriot Act expires, what's plan B? If the Patriot Act expires, what's plan B? When the Senate returns to work Sunday, it will have eight hours to re-authorize, reform or let the Patriot Act expire before its midnight deadline. Video provided by Newsy Washington 2 hours, 50 minutes ago Travel Petrified Forest seeks growth among its roots Petrified Forest seeks growth among its roots A new campaign wants to shift visitor focus from wood theft to natural beauty. Travel 3 hours, 2 minutes ago Nation Residents on edge after mystery shooter targets drivers Residents on edge after mystery shooter targets drivers Drivers in northern Colorado are on edge after two connected, but seemingly random, shootings have left one man dead and a woman injured. The FBI is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the shootings. Nation 3 hours, 3 minutes ago News Take a ride down a 1,000-foot Slip 'N Slide Take a ride down a 1,000-foot Slip 'N Slide It's called the Urban Slide, and it's traveling all across the country. News 3 hours, 24 minutes ago Nation Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day A rainbow emerges over the Chicago skyline. Nation 2 days, 12 hours ago http://www.usatoday.com/videos/news/nation/2015/05/31/28256585/ Beau Biden, vice president's son, dies at 46. Like his father, Vice President Joe Biden, Beau Biden devoted his life to public service. The Iraq war veteran and former Delaware attorney general died of brain cancer. Beau Biden, vice president's son, dies at 46 Like his father, Vice President Joe.... Mon, 01 Jun 2015 02:43:00 +0200 usaToday en usaToday-50608d7093da7a7cba110969c23857f5 NaturalDisasters 38.9051 -77.0162 31.54254 -97.155449 25.2951 51.5074 33.334 44.3978 42.3753 -71.1026 48.745833 -122.400556 41.8265 -87.6413 29.927222 -97.564167 20150601024300 Flash flood warnings issued for Dallas area http://www.azcentral.com/story/weather/2015/05/30/dallas-weather-floods-disaster-area-high-water-north-texas/28207537/ STORMS WREAK HAVOC IN TEXAS Rescuers carry man with Down syndrome from flooded home | 02:38. Rescue workers helped an entire family evacuate from their home in Dallas early Friday morning, even carrying one young man out of the house. One woman said she is "mad" and doesn't understand why efforts to stop the flooding haven't worked. Sun, 31 May 2015 01:45:00 +0200 azcentral en azcentral-78af51caf1bfd0e18cb7fc5e359acbac NaturalDisasters 27.345278 -98.409444 30.210989 -95.748742 32.7637 -96.6637 34.751111 -95.774167 33.431248 -94.106218 19.3395004253507 -99.6272668409776 29.7718 -95.4071 29.992865 -98.101523 29.4299 -98.5246 20150531014500 Nation Now 5 most incredible discoveries of the week 5 most incredible discoveries of the week Evidence of the first known murder and an unlikely cancer killer make the list. Nation Now 9 hours, 46 minutes ago News Weekly news quiz: Test you headline knowledge Weekly news quiz: Test you headline knowledge Were you paying attention this week? News 1 day, 6 hours ago Money Silk Road founder hit with life imprisonment Silk Road founder hit with life imprisonment Federal judge calls Ross Ulbricht's crimes destructive 'to our social fabric' Money 23 hours, 51 minutes ago News Cat lick blamed for woman's blindness Cat lick blamed for woman's blindness Meow, indeed. News 9 hours, 51 minutes ago News 'Woodstock of UFOs' event is bigger than ever in third year 'Woodstock of UFOs' event is bigger than ever in third year Thousands of UFO enthusiasts descend on California's high desert for an annual gathering. News 21 hours, 34 minutes ago Elections PACs promote Sanders, whether he likes it or not PACs promote Sanders, whether he likes it or not One group arranged for Sanders' photo to appear on an electronic billboard in Times Square. Elections 19 hours, 29 minutes ago Nation Psychiatrist: Holmes 'knew what he was doing was wrong' Psychiatrist: Holmes 'knew what he was doing was wrong' The state-appointed doctor said James Holmes knew right from wrong at the time of the shooting. Nation 23 hours, 21 minutes ago Nation Pentagon No. 2 to lead investigation into handling of anthrax Pentagon No. 2 to lead investigation into handling of anthrax Pentagon to launch anthrax probe Nation 10 hours, 14 minutes ago World U.S. loses drone in Iraq U.S. loses drone in Iraq U.S. drone lost in Iraq World 1 day, 1 hour ago Washington Five questions: Congress and the Patriot Act Five questions: Congress and the Patriot Act An explainer on the U.S. Senate's unusual Sunday session to debate expiring provisions of the USA Patriot Act. Washington 1 day, 2 hours ago Nation Now Dog found with muzzle taped shut Dog found with muzzle taped shut Authorities investigate who was responsible for hurting the 15-month-old dog. Nation Now 1 day, 5 hours ago Nation Mourners celebrate life of B.B. King Mourners celebrate life of B.B. King Hundreds of people filled a church in the Mississippi Delta for the funeral of B.B. King, who rose from sharecropper in the area's flat cotton fields to worldwide fame as a blues singer and guitarist who influenced generations of entertainers. (May Nation 14 minutes ago Washington Walker maintains lead among GOP in latest Iowa Poll Walker maintains lead among GOP in latest Iowa Poll Scott Walker is chased by a tight pack of four in a clear top tier. Washington 1 hour, 11 minutes ago Nation Now Mickey, say what?! Disney weighs surge pricing Mickey, say what?! Disney weighs surge pricing The amusement park company is considering a tiered-price system. Nation Now 1 hour, 45 minutes ago Nation Cops: Glimmer of light led us to abducted girl Cops: Glimmer of light led us to abducted girl Two Virginia police officers say a glimmer of light helped them rescue a little girl from her accused captor. Nation 1 hour, 48 minutes ago Tech Drag queens, others plan Monday Facebook protest Drag queens, others plan Monday Facebook protest They are protesting Facebook's requirement that users create accounts with their real names. Tech 2 hours, 20 minutes ago Nation Southwest Florida girds for hurricane season Southwest Florida girds for hurricane season Charley, Donna, Wilma stand out among storms that have impacted Southwest Florida. Nation 2 hours, 41 minutes ago Nation Texas flood search continues, more rain due Texas flood search continues, more rain due Volunteers search for missing after Central Texas flood, with more rain in the forecast. (May 30) Nation 2 hours, 45 minutes ago Personal Microsoft's 'Cortana' faces off against 'Siri' Microsoft's 'Cortana' faces off against 'Siri' 'Cortana' is Microsoft's answer to 'Siri' and the two are facing off in what many call the "voice wars." Personal 2 hours, 47 minutes ago Nation AP Top Stories May 30 p AP Top Stories May 30 p These are the top stories for Saturday, May 30: Martin O'Malley joins the 2016 presidential race, an 8.5 magnitude quake hits Japan, LGBT demonstrators are detained in Russia, and a funeral is held for BB King. Nation 2 hours, 55 minutes ago Nation Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day A rainbow emerges over the Chicago skyline. Nation 1 day, 11 hours ago http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2015/05/30/newser-incredible-discoveries/28205907/ 5 most incredible discoveries of the week Evidence of the first known murder and an unlikely cancer killer make the list. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat. Sun, 31 May 2015 01:39:00 +0200 usaToday en usaToday-dc3f63140f52c3fcaee94b51e9468bd9 NaturalDisasters 26.167459 -98.050217 46.681667 -117.148333 47.704007 -122.642899 38.9051 -77.0162 35.6831 139.809 33.334 44.3978 33.651111 -90.209167 41.774167 -94.918611 42.405278 -90.591667 41.8265 -87.6413 55.7388 37.6665 20150531013900 Washington Walker maintains lead among GOP in latest Iowa Poll Walker maintains lead among GOP in latest Iowa Poll Scott Walker is chased by a tight pack of four in a clear top tier. Washington 1 hour, 11 minutes ago Nation Now Mickey, say what?! Disney weighs surge pricing Mickey, say what?! Disney weighs surge pricing The amusement park company is considering a tiered-price system. Nation Now 1 hour, 45 minutes ago Nation Cops: Glimmer of light led us to abducted girl Cops: Glimmer of light led us to abducted girl Two Virginia police officers say a glimmer of light helped them rescue a little girl from her accused captor. Nation 1 hour, 48 minutes ago Tech Drag queens, others plan Monday Facebook protest Drag queens, others plan Monday Facebook protest They are protesting Facebook's requirement that users create accounts with their real names. Tech 2 hours, 20 minutes ago Nation Southwest Florida girds for hurricane season Southwest Florida girds for hurricane season Charley, Donna, Wilma stand out among storms that have impacted Southwest Florida. Nation 2 hours, 41 minutes ago Nation Texas flood search continues, more rain due Texas flood search continues, more rain due Volunteers search for missing after Central Texas flood, with more rain in the forecast. (May 30) Nation 2 hours, 45 minutes ago Personal Microsoft's 'Cortana' faces off against 'Siri' Microsoft's 'Cortana' faces off against 'Siri' 'Cortana' is Microsoft's answer to 'Siri' and the two are facing off in what many call the "voice wars." Personal 2 hours, 47 minutes ago Nation AP Top Stories May 30 p AP Top Stories May 30 p These are the top stories for Saturday, May 30: Martin O'Malley joins the 2016 presidential race, an 8.5 magnitude quake hits Japan, LGBT demonstrators are detained in Russia, and a funeral is held for BB King. Nation 2 hours, 55 minutes ago Nation Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day A rainbow emerges over the Chicago skyline. Nation 1 day, 11 hours ago http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2015/05/30/walker-maintains-point-lead-iowa-poll/28232937/ Two-thirds of likely Republican caucusgoers view Walker favorably, the highest in the poll, including nearly a third of respondents who view him very favorably. Walker is now more solidly the front-runner than in a January Iowa Poll, when he had 15% and was a lone percentage point ahead of Paul, a.... 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Sun, 31 May 2015 01:39:00 +0200 usaToday en usaToday-78af51caf1bfd0e18cb7fc5e359acbac NaturalDisasters 27.345278 -98.409444 30.210989 -95.748742 32.7637 -96.6637 34.751111 -95.774167 33.431248 -94.106218 19.3395004253507 -99.6272668409776 29.7718 -95.4071 29.992865 -98.101523 29.4299 -98.5246 20150531013900 Nation Southwest Florida girds for hurricane season Southwest Florida girds for hurricane season Charley, Donna, Wilma stand out among storms that have impacted Southwest Florida. Nation 2 hours, 41 minutes ago Nation Texas flood search continues, more rain due Texas flood search continues, more rain due Volunteers search for missing after Central Texas flood, with more rain in the forecast. (May 30) Nation 2 hours, 45 minutes ago Personal Microsoft's 'Cortana' faces off against 'Siri' Microsoft's 'Cortana' faces off against 'Siri' 'Cortana' is Microsoft's answer to 'Siri' and the two are facing off in what many call the "voice wars." Personal 2 hours, 47 minutes ago Nation AP Top Stories May 30 p AP Top Stories May 30 p These are the top stories for Saturday, May 30: Martin O'Malley joins the 2016 presidential race, an 8.5 magnitude quake hits Japan, LGBT demonstrators are detained in Russia, and a funeral is held for BB King. Nation 2 hours, 55 minutes ago Nation Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day Your Take: USA TODAY's top reader photo of the day A rainbow emerges over the Chicago skyline. Nation 1 day, 11 hours ago http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/05/30/sw-florida-girds-hurricane-season/28224595/ FORT MYERS, Fla. — The death toll continues to rise as carbon monoxide poisoning claims more people in the wake of one of the most powerful natural acts in Southwest Florida history. Nearly half a million are without power, and some people living on barrier islands have been without clean water or food for days. Sun, 31 May 2015 01:39:00 +0200 usaToday en usaToday-979990673c964039a5b00b3797cb00e3 NaturalDisasters 26.167459 -98.050217 35.6831 139.809 26.644421 -81.857536 26.637675 -81.997185 36.490303 -77.441128 41.8265 -87.6413 28.01586 -82.452377 36.277976 -80.357614 26.936802 -82.043845 55.7388 37.6665 20150531013900 Opinion July Fourth reflections: Our view http://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2015/07/01/july-fourth-indepence-day-freedom-america-editorials-debates/29592327/ Remember those who serve, protect. Two years ago Tuesday, 19 firefighters from the Granite Mountain Hotshots were burned to death fighting an out-of-control wildfire in central Arizona. "Hotshots" battle fires with chainsaws and shovels, protected only by their wits and — as a last resort — special.... 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