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Biden approves Puerto Rico disaster declaration after devastating Hurricane Fiona impact

September 22, 2022

Biden approves Puerto Rico disaster declaration after devastating Hurricane Fiona impact

As Puerto Rico continues its recovery effort following the devastating impact of Hurricane Fiona, President Joe Biden approved a declaration that would make federal funds available.

NOAA deploys new hurricane technology to improve forecasting

September 20, 2022

NOAA deploys new hurricane technology to improve forecasting

NOAA is tracking Hurricane Fiona by drone, as the storm moves through the Caribbean. NOAA and Saildrone Inc. are deploying seven ocean drones to collect data from hurricanes.

NOAA deploys new hurricane technology

September 19, 2022

NOAA deploys new hurricane technology

NOAA is tracking Hurricane Fiona by drone, as the storm moves through the Caribbean. In partnership with NOAA, Saildrone Inc. is deploying seven ocean drones to collect data from hurricanes during the 2022 hurricane season.

Puerto Rico in blackout after Hurricane Fiona strikes, residents could be without power for 'several days'

September 18, 2022

Puerto Rico in blackout after Hurricane Fiona strikes, residents could be without power for 'several days'

The entire island of Puerto Rico is without power as a result of Hurricane Fiona, and a power company says that it could be days before full power restoration occurs.

Puerto Rico braces for Fiona as storm escalates into hurricane before landfall

September 18, 2022

Puerto Rico braces for Fiona as storm escalates into hurricane before landfall

Tropical Storm Fiona official evolved into a hurricane on Sunday, and experts say it is likely to continue gaining strength over the next few days before it hits Puerto Rico.

Tropical Storm Fiona forecasted to bring heavy rains to areas south of the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico

September 16, 2022

Tropical Storm Fiona forecasted to bring heavy rains to areas south of the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico

Tropical Storm Fiona is expected to bring heavy rains to areas south of the Virgin Islands and PR late on Saturday and Sunday. Coastal flooding is possible as Fiona's winds blow ashore

EPA to host discussion about cancer risks of sterilizing plant in Memphis, TN

August 5, 2022

EPA to host discussion about cancer risks of sterilizing plant in Memphis, TN

The EPA recently found that sterilization plants in 13 states and Puerto Rico posed a risk for cancer. A community meeting will be held to discuss Sterilization Services of Tennessee.

Haitian migrants found dead in waters off Puerto Rico, dozens more found safe on uninhabited island

July 28, 2022

Haitian migrants found dead in waters off Puerto Rico, dozens more found safe on uninhabited island

Five migrants were found dead in waters off Puerto Rico and 68 others were found safely on an uninhabited island on Thursday morning, the Coast Guard said.

AOC-backed Puerto Rico bill includes option for independence while retaining US citizenship

July 20, 2022

AOC-backed Puerto Rico bill includes option for independence while retaining US citizenship

The House is pushing through a bill determining the future of Puerto Rico and the U.S., with each option allowing Puerto Ricans to retain their American citizenship.

Ricky Martin served domestic violence restraining order in Puerto Rico

July 3, 2022

Ricky Martin served domestic violence restraining order in Puerto Rico

Ricky Martin was served a restraining order in Puerto Rico, the latest legal trouble the Puerto Rican singer has found himself in after his former manager announced a $3 million lawsuit last week.