Weather - Page 19

June 10, 2025

Hurricane season is back, but for parts of Florida, it feels like it never ended

Months after back-to-back hurricanes slammed Florida’s Gulf Coast, residents are still facing red tape, delays, and confusion as many wonder if and when things will return to normal.

June 3, 2025

White House insists FEMA is taking hurricane season 'seriously,' blasts 'sloppy' reporting

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says FEMA is taking hurricane season "seriously" following media reports about alleged remarks by its acting administrator.

June 2, 2025

As US braces for ‘significant' wildfires, Trump's agriculture secretary addresses Forest Service departures

Democrats accused President Trump of decimating the Forest Service ahead of wildfire season, but USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says the agency is "lean" and "effective."

May 31, 2025

Woman makes 'miracle' discovery in debris 7 months after surviving Hurricane Helene with boyfriend

Kylie Landolfi of North Carolina found her lost iPhone months after surviving Hurricane Helene’s landslide. Now she's hoping to recover precious photos of the home she shared with her boyfriend.

May 28, 2025

Sawmills act to relieve wildfire threat from Hurricane Helene debris

Sawmills near areas ravaged by Hurricane Helene are clearing forests of debris that could become wildfire fuel. The effort could boost domestic timber production.

May 20, 2025

GOP senator says federal government will 'need to play a big role' after tornadoes ravage Midwest

Sen. Josh Hawley did not hold back on demanding accountability for insurance providers, saying "faithful premium payers" deserve their claims grants as the Midwest fights to recover from deadly storms.

May 17, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Franklin Graham dedicates homes to Hurricane Helene survivors: 'God hasn't forgotten them'

Franklin Graham and Samaritan's Purse provided new homes to victims of Hurricane Helene, offering hope and support through rebuilding efforts.

May 15, 2025

This local NPR CEO is speaking out as Trump order threatens funding for public stations

BPR faces a $300,000 funding loss due to Trump's order, risking local journalism and emergency alerts in Western North Carolina's rural communities.

May 8, 2025

Acting FEMA administrator out after pushing back against Trump agency plans

Acting Administrator Cameron Hamilton, who previously served as a hospital corpsman in the U.S. Navy with SEAL Team 8, has led the Federal Emergency Management Agency since January.

May 7, 2025

Tennessee tornado cleanup faces a long road to completion

A strong EF-3 tornado ripped apart Selmer, Tennessee early last month, creating millions in damages that could take up to a year to repair.