Natural Disasters - Page 11

October 10, 2024

These Florida residents wouldn't evacuate from Milton - here's how they're doing

Floridians who decided to stay and ride out Hurricane Milton went viral on social media ahead of the storm this week.

October 10, 2024

At least 4 dead after tornados rip through St. Lucie County during Milton: officials

At least four people were killed Wednesday after several tornadoes spawned by Hurricane Milton touched down at a senior community in St. Lucie County.

October 9, 2024

Hurricane Milton safety guidance from American Lung Association

As Florida residents brace for the landfall of Hurricane Milton on Wednesday night, the American Lung Association is offering guidance for those with chronic lung conditions.

October 9, 2024

How US government will dole out aid to victims of Hurricanes Milton, Helene

As a second and possibly more devastating hurricane barrels toward the U.S., there are concerns over how the government will help pay for what could be millions in damage.

October 9, 2024

Resurfaced videos simulate apocalyptic hurricane like Milton slamming into Tampa: 'Worst-case scenario'

Two exercise videos released a decade apart depict a massive Category 5 hurricane eerily similar to Milton barreling into Tampa and leaving the area in a state of destruction.

October 8, 2024

Florida residents prepare for Hurricane Milton, leaving store shelves bare

Video shows scenes of empty shelves, people filling sand bags and seeking higher ground in Florida, where residents are preparing for Hurricane Milton.

October 8, 2024

Floridians prepare for the worst as Hurricane Milton quickly approaches

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor took to television with a dire warning for those staying behind in evacuation zones ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall.

October 7, 2024

Video resurfaces showing FEMA prioritizing equity over helping greatest number of people in disaster relief

As FEMA fends off troubling allegations about relief funding, a webinar resurfaced of panelists discussing the need to reshape FEMA’s policies to emphasize "equity" over utility.

October 7, 2024

Florida is expecting 15 feet of storm surge from Hurricane Milton: Kevin Guthrie

Florida Emergency Management director Kevin Guthrie discusses the harrowing wait the state faces as Hurricane Milton nears less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene.

October 7, 2024

Hurricane effects pose 'tremendous' health hazards for Americans, doctor warns

Americans in areas devastated by Hurricane Helene are facing numerous health risks. Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the biggest concerns and how people can help.