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Sarasota's Season of Sharing program pays some families' bills as they recover from hurricane season
Read full article: Sarasota's Season of Sharing program pays some families' bills as they recover from hurricane seasonResidents of Florida’s Gulf Coast endured two major hurricanes and a tropical storm in the span of nine weeks, and they are still feeling the economic shockwaves.
FEMA head sounds the alarm over disaster funding after double hurricanes
Read full article: FEMA head sounds the alarm over disaster funding after double hurricanesThe head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says money available to help communities hit by disasters has shrunk after back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The White House's Christmas tree is a symbol of resilience for hurricane-hit North Carolina farms
Read full article: The White House's Christmas tree is a symbol of resilience for hurricane-hit North Carolina farmsThe White House's Christmas tree is slated to be cut and transported from a North Carolina farm on Wednesday.
Flagler County residents impacted from Hurricanes Milton, Helene may be eligible for disaster SNAP benefits
Read full article: Flagler County residents impacted from Hurricanes Milton, Helene may be eligible for disaster SNAP benefitsFlagler County residents who suffered losses from Hurricane Milton or Helene may be eligible for disaster SNAP benefits and must pre-register by Nov. 15.
Georgia residents affected by Tropical Storm Debby, Hurricane Helene may be eligible for rental assistance
Read full article: Georgia residents affected by Tropical Storm Debby, Hurricane Helene may be eligible for rental assistanceResidents of the Georgia counties affected by Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene who were provided displacement assistance may be eligible for rental assistance.
FEMA: Worker fired after directing workers to avoid helping hurricane survivors who supported Trump
Read full article: FEMA: Worker fired after directing workers to avoid helping hurricane survivors who supported TrumpThe leader of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says a worker has been fired after she directed workers helping hurricane survivors to avoid homes with yard signs supporting President-elect Donald Trump.
Georgia officials agree to spend $100 million on Hurricane Helene aid for farms and forestry
Read full article: Georgia officials agree to spend $100 million on Hurricane Helene aid for farms and forestryGeorgia’s state government is diverting $100 million to spend on loans to farmers and cleanup after Hurricane Helene.
US employers added just 12,000 jobs last month as hurricanes and strikes sharply reduce payrolls
Read full article: US employers added just 12,000 jobs last month as hurricanes and strikes sharply reduce payrollsAmerica’s employers added just 12,000 jobs in October, a total that economists say was held down by the effects of strikes and hurricanes that left many workers temporarily off payrolls.
As Hurricane Milton, Helene relief efforts continue, federal government continues to warn of fake charities
Read full article: As Hurricane Milton, Helene relief efforts continue, federal government continues to warn of fake charitiesHurricanes Helene and Milton left behind damage that some people may never recover from, and the federal government is reminding people to be aware of potential scammers who may try to take advantage of the storms' victims.
AI is being used to send some households impacted by Helene and Milton $1,000 cash relief payments
Read full article: AI is being used to send some households impacted by Helene and Milton $1,000 cash relief paymentsSome hurricane-impacted households in North Carolina and Florida will receive one-time, direct cash payments of $1,000 on Friday.
In Asheville, high school seniors make key life choices under the stress of Helene recovery
Read full article: In Asheville, high school seniors make key life choices under the stress of Helene recoveryHigh school seniors in Asheville are grappling with several important life decisions as they still recover from the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on their region.
North Carolina lawmakers approve $600M more for Helene recovery, order more voting sites
Read full article: North Carolina lawmakers approve $600M more for Helene recovery, order more voting sitesNorth Carolina state legislators have approved over $600 million more toward Hurricane Helene recovery and relief.
North Carolina government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53B
Read full article: North Carolina government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53BNorth Carolina officials say the catastrophic flooding and destruction from Hurricane Helene likely caused at least $53 billion in damages and recovery needs in the state.
Hurricane Milton ravaged one of the most popular areas for 'snowbirds' on Florida's Gulf Coast
Read full article: Hurricane Milton ravaged one of the most popular areas for 'snowbirds' on Florida's Gulf CoastHurricane Milton’s devastating landfall along Florida’s Gulf Coast hit one of the most popular areas for temporary residents who spend the winter months living in the Sunshine State.
FEMA offers warning about scammers as inspectors begin contacting those applying for hurricane assistance
Read full article: FEMA offers warning about scammers as inspectors begin contacting those applying for hurricane assistanceWith calls coming from unfamiliar numbers and area codes, FEMA wants applicants to be aware of scam callers pretending to be associates from disaster assistance.
North Carolina county surrounding Asheville overcounted Helene deaths by as many as 30, sheriff says
Read full article: North Carolina county surrounding Asheville overcounted Helene deaths by as many as 30, sheriff saysA sheriff’s office statement and data from the state show that the North Carolina county that is home to Asheville overcounted deaths caused by Helene by as many as 30.
Georgians who became unemployed due to Debby, Helene may be eligible for disaster assistance
Read full article: Georgians who became unemployed due to Debby, Helene may be eligible for disaster assistanceEmployees or self-employed Georgians who became unemployed due to Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene may be eligible to receive federal disaster unemployment assistance.
Study shows hurricane indirect deaths continue years after
Read full article: Study shows hurricane indirect deaths continue years afterU.S. tropical cyclones, including hurricanes, indirectly cause thousands of deaths for nearly 15 years after a storm. Researchers estimate an average U.S. tropical cyclone indirectly causes 7,000 to 11,000 excess deaths.
Trump makes more debunked claims about FEMA as he surveys storm damage in North Carolina
Read full article: Trump makes more debunked claims about FEMA as he surveys storm damage in North CarolinaFormer President Donald Trump is blasting federal emergency responders whose work in North Carolina has been stymied by armed harassment and a deluge of misinformation.
Farm Share looking for Jacksonville volunteers to help with Helene, Milton recovery efforts
Read full article: Farm Share looking for Jacksonville volunteers to help with Helene, Milton recovery effortsThe state’s largest food bank is looking for Jacksonville volunteers to help with recovery efforts from Hurricane Milton and Helene.
After hurricane, with no running water, residents organize to meet a basic need
Read full article: After hurricane, with no running water, residents organize to meet a basic needIt takes water to flush a toilet yet tens of thousands of North Carolinians have been without it since Hurricane Helene ripped through the state three weeks ago.
Hurricanes Helene, Milton could bring rising home, auto insurance rates for Floridians
Read full article: Hurricanes Helene, Milton could bring rising home, auto insurance rates for FloridiansThe aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton is still being assessed, and early estimates suggest that the financial impact could be felt by Florida residents in more ways than one.
St. Johns County residents forced to practice patience with storm debris removal
Read full article: St. Johns County residents forced to practice patience with storm debris removalThe countdown is on for St. Johns County residents waiting for the debris left behind by hurricanes Helene and Milton to be picked up.
Witnesses saw an armed group harassing Helene aid workers in a small Tennessee town, sheriff says
Read full article: Witnesses saw an armed group harassing Helene aid workers in a small Tennessee town, sheriff saysA sheriff says witnesses reported seeing a group of armed people harassing hurricane relief workers in a remote Tennessee community last weekend.
Federal money to help states hit by hurricanes Helene and Milton nears $2 billion
Read full article: Federal money to help states hit by hurricanes Helene and Milton nears $2 billionThe White House says the federal government has approved nearly $2 billion in assistance across six states to help people hit hard by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Many schools are still closed weeks after Hurricane Helene. Teachers worry about long-term impact
Read full article: Many schools are still closed weeks after Hurricane Helene. Teachers worry about long-term impactTens of thousands of students in the Southeast are dealing with school disruptions after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc so severe — on homes, campuses and municipal power and water systems — that some districts have no idea when they will reopen.
‘No one came’: St. Johns County residents frustrated as county ensures cleanup is on the way
Read full article: ‘No one came’: St. Johns County residents frustrated as county ensures cleanup is on the wayAfter several hurricanes, St. Johns County residents are concerned that storm debris hasn’t been picked up, including residents in the Plantation Oaks neighborhood.
Small business disaster loan program is out of money until Congress approves new funds
Read full article: Small business disaster loan program is out of money until Congress approves new fundsThe Small Business Administration has run out of money for its disaster assistance loans, delaying much needed relief for people applying for aid in the wake of the destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Petitions for union representation doubled under Biden's presidency, first increase since 1970s
Read full article: Petitions for union representation doubled under Biden's presidency, first increase since 1970sThere has been a doubling of petitions by workers to have union representation during President Joe Biden’s administration.
Personal tale of two different hurricanes weeks apart
Read full article: Personal tale of two different hurricanes weeks apartAfter Hurricane Helene flooded Mark Collins's childhood home with 3 feet of saltwater, he returned two weeks later to see the destruction left by Hurricane Milton. Both storms resulted in two different types of damage. Milton's wind reached 90 mph along Pinellas County's coast crushing glass windows and lofting a roof over his home into the front yard.
Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane MiltonFlorida counties hard hit by Hurricane Milton are returning to a semblance of normalcy with power being restored to most areas, gas stations reopening and students returning to school this week.
In Hurricane Milton’s wake, Flagler County giving resources to those in need
Read full article: In Hurricane Milton’s wake, Flagler County giving resources to those in needOn Monday, Flagler County’s Emergency Management team will distribute resources like ready-to-eat meals, clean water, resource boxes, and protective tarps for those who need assistance following Hurricane Milton.
Florida neighbors band together to recover after one-two punch from hurricanes Helene and Milton
Read full article: Florida neighbors band together to recover after one-two punch from hurricanes Helene and MiltonThe devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton is still being tallied as a swath of Florida comes to terms with damage from the unusual dual strike of storms in just two weeks.
Harris helps pack aid boxes for North Carolina hurricane victims ahead of Sunday campaign push
Read full article: Harris helps pack aid boxes for North Carolina hurricane victims ahead of Sunday campaign pushVice President Kamala Harris helped pack diapers on Saturday for North Carolina hurricane victims.
If you let your flood insurance lapse and then got hit by Helene, you may be able to renew it
Read full article: If you let your flood insurance lapse and then got hit by Helene, you may be able to renew itResidents in states hit by Hurricane Helene who had coverage through the federal flood insurance program but let it lapse before the storm hit may be able to renew it and still be covered from the impact.
Many people are feeling fatigued after back-to-back hurricanes. A local psychologist explains the reason behind it
Read full article: Many people are feeling fatigued after back-to-back hurricanes. A local psychologist explains the reason behind itStressful situations can have an impact on mental health, including life-threatening natural disasters.
Climate change gave significant boost to Milton's destructive rain, winds, scientists say
Read full article: Climate change gave significant boost to Milton's destructive rain, winds, scientists sayScientists say human-caused climate change intensified deadly Hurricane Milton’s rainfall by 20 to 30% and strengthened its winds by about 10%.
The Latest: Residents begin repairing damage from Hurricane Milton, which killed at least 10
Read full article: The Latest: Residents begin repairing damage from Hurricane Milton, which killed at least 10Florida residents began repairing damage from Hurricane Milton, which smashed through coastal communities and tore homes to pieces, flooded streets and spawned a deadly tornadoes.
A federal judge rejects a call to reopen voter registration in Georgia after Hurricane Helene
Read full article: A federal judge rejects a call to reopen voter registration in Georgia after Hurricane HeleneA federal judge won’t order the state of Georgia to reopen voter registration for November’s elections in the presidential battleground state.
US jobless claims hit 258,000, the most in a year. Analysts point to Hurricane Helene, Boeing strike
Read full article: US jobless claims hit 258,000, the most in a year. Analysts point to Hurricane Helene, Boeing strikeThe number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits last week jumped to its highest level in a year, which analysts are saying is more likely a result of Hurricane Helene — and the Boeing strike — than a broader softening in the labor market.
‘There will be fatalities’: DeSantis states grim reality as Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida
Read full article: ‘There will be fatalities’: DeSantis states grim reality as Hurricane Milton makes landfall in FloridaHurricane Milton plowed into Florida as a Category 3 storm Wednesday, bringing misery to a coast still ravaged by Helene, pounding cities with winds of over 100 mph after producing a barrage of tornadoes, but sparing Tampa a direct hit.
Biden condemns ‘un-American’ 'lies' about federal storm response as Hurricane Milton nears Florida
Read full article: Biden condemns ‘un-American’ 'lies' about federal storm response as Hurricane Milton nears FloridaPresident Joe Biden blasted his predecessor for spreading an “onslaught of lies” about how the federal government is handling the damage from Hurricane Helene as another hurricane, Milton, was on the verge of making landfall in Florida.
Riverside’s Memorial Park bracing for Milton impacts after Helene
Read full article: Riverside’s Memorial Park bracing for Milton impacts after HeleneLess than two weeks after impacts from Hurricane Helene destroyed some of the remaining concrete balustrades in Memorial Park, neighbors are once again preparing for more impacts. The balustrades are lined against the bank, separating the park from the St. Johns River.
A federal judge will hear more evidence on whether to reopen voter registration in Georgia
Read full article: A federal judge will hear more evidence on whether to reopen voter registration in GeorgiaAt least for now, a federal judge won’t order the state of Georgia to reopen voter registration for November’s elections.
This is FEMA's role in preparing for Hurricane Milton
Read full article: This is FEMA's role in preparing for Hurricane MiltonMilton is set to become the second hurricane to strike Florida in two weeks, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency is once again positioning supplies and personnel where they’re needed and coordinating with state and local officials.
North Carolina lawmakers pass a $273M Helene relief bill with voting changes to more counties
Read full article: North Carolina lawmakers pass a $273M Helene relief bill with voting changes to more countiesNorth Carolina legislators have approved an initial $273 million relief package to help address Hurricane Helene’s devastation and recovery in the mountains.
In remote mountain communities cut off by Helene, residents look to the skies for aid
Read full article: In remote mountain communities cut off by Helene, residents look to the skies for aidNational Guard members who deployed to western North Carolina are still carrying out aid missions nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene.
Climate change boosted Helene's deadly rain and wind and scientists say same is likely for Milton
Read full article: Climate change boosted Helene's deadly rain and wind and scientists say same is likely for MiltonScientists say human-caused climate change boosted the rainfall of deadly Hurricane Helene by about 10% and intensified its winds by about 11%.
As FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton, it battles rumors surrounding Helene recovery
Read full article: As FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton, it battles rumors surrounding Helene recoveryThe Federal Emergency Management Agency has been fighting misinformation since Helene slammed into Florida nearly two weeks ago.
Florida medical providers navigate national shortage of IV fluids, dialysis solution ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida medical providers navigate national shortage of IV fluids, dialysis solution ahead of Hurricane MiltonFlorida medical providers are navigating a national shortage of IV fluids and dialysis solution after a major manufacturer suffered damage during Hurricane Helene.
Lawsuit seeks to reopen voter registration in Georgia after Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Lawsuit seeks to reopen voter registration in Georgia after Hurricane HeleneThree voting rights groups are asking a federal judge to order the state of Georgia to reopen voter registration for November’s elections.
Do you have an information plan? UF professor warns of the dangers of misinformation during hurricanes
Read full article: Do you have an information plan? UF professor warns of the dangers of misinformation during hurricanesMisinformation and conspiracy theories spreading online are hurting hurricane relief efforts. In the days following Hurricane Helene, federal and state officials have warned that false claims have distracted from rescue work.
Milton's storm surge is a threat that could be devastating far beyond the Tampa Bay region
Read full article: Milton's storm surge is a threat that could be devastating far beyond the Tampa Bay regionFlorida communities near Tampa Bay were devastated when Hurricane Helene made landfall two weeks ago about 100 miles (160 kilometers) to the north.
Small business disaster loan program said to be in danger of running out of funds by end of month
Read full article: Small business disaster loan program said to be in danger of running out of funds by end of monthThe Small Business Administration could run out of money to fund disaster loans in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation.
Biden postpones trip to Germany and Angola to monitor Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Biden postpones trip to Germany and Angola to monitor Hurricane MiltonPresident Joe Biden is postponing a planned trip to Germany and Angola to stay at the White House to monitor Hurricane Milton, which is bearing down on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
An unusual hurricane season goes from ultra quiet to record busy and spawns Helene and Milton
Read full article: An unusual hurricane season goes from ultra quiet to record busy and spawns Helene and MiltonExplosively intensifying Hurricane Milton is the latest freaky system to come out of what veteran hurricane scientists call the weirdest storm season of their lives.
The Latest: Hurricane Milton takes aim near Tampa Bay, Florida, once again a Category 5 storm
Read full article: The Latest: Hurricane Milton takes aim near Tampa Bay, Florida, once again a Category 5 stormHurricane Milton remains a ferocious storm that could land a once-in-a-century direct hit on Tampa and St. Petersburg, engulfing the populous region with towering storm surges and turning debris from Helene’s devastation 12 days ago into projectiles.
Southeast Georgia prepares for Hurricane Milton as residents are still recovering from Helene
Read full article: Southeast Georgia prepares for Hurricane Milton as residents are still recovering from HeleneNearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene hit Southeast Georgia, the community is bracing to endure the impact of another storm.
Harris calls Trump 'incredibly irresponsible' for spreading misinformation about Helene response
Read full article: Harris calls Trump 'incredibly irresponsible' for spreading misinformation about Helene responseVice President Kamala Harris is calling former President Donald Trump “incredibly irresponsible” for spreading falsehoods about the federal response to Hurricane Helene’s destruction.
Meteorologist Mark Collins shares lessons learned from Helene as Florida braces for Milton’s impact
Read full article: Meteorologist Mark Collins shares lessons learned from Helene as Florida braces for Milton’s impactJust days after News4JAX Meteorologist Mark Collins returned to Jacksonville after visitng his childhood home which was severely damaged by Helene, Floridians are preparing for the impact of Hurricane Milton.
Control the path and power of hurricanes like Milton? Forget it, scientists say
Read full article: Control the path and power of hurricanes like Milton? Forget it, scientists sayIn the wake of hurricanes that have disrupted lives for millions in the U.S., some people may wonder if extreme weather events could be somehow controlled.
‘Please be patient’: JEA says restoration times could be different with Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘Please be patient’: JEA says restoration times could be different with Hurricane MiltonAs city leaders continue monitoring the potential impacts of Hurricane Milton, JEA is getting ready to respond in the event of power outages and disruptions in water service.
FEMA administrator continues pushback against false claims as Helene death toll hits 230
Read full article: FEMA administrator continues pushback against false claims as Helene death toll hits 230The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is again forcefully pushing back against false claims and conspiracy theories about how her agency is responding to Hurricane Helene.
Gov. DeSantis urges residents to prepare as Florida could see large-scale evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis urges residents to prepare as Florida could see large-scale evacuations ahead of Hurricane MiltonMilton has strengthened into a Category 3 hurricane as Florida gears up for what could be its biggest evacuation in seven years.
US disaster relief chief blasts false claims about Helene response as a 'truly dangerous narrative'
Read full article: US disaster relief chief blasts false claims about Helene response as a 'truly dangerous narrative'The U.S. government’s top disaster relief official says false claims and conspiracy theories about the federal response to Hurricane Helene, which are being spread most prominently by Donald Trump, are “demoralizing” aid workers and creating fear in people who need recovery assistance.
‘Execute the plan’: Gov. DeSantis urges Floridians to prepare for power outages, evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘Execute the plan’: Gov. DeSantis urges Floridians to prepare for power outages, evacuations ahead of Hurricane MiltonGovernor Ron DeSantis urged Floridians to prepare ahead of Tropical Storm Milton, which is forecast to become a major hurricane by the time it makes landfall on Florida’s west coast.
Hurricane Milton is growing stronger as it blows toward Florida's Tampa Bay region
Read full article: Hurricane Milton is growing stronger as it blows toward Florida's Tampa Bay regionThe National Hurricane Center says Hurricane Milton is intensifying and will likely be a major hurricane before it slams into the storm-ravaged Florida coast, most likely on Wednesday.
Voters in North Carolina and Georgia have bigger problems than politics. Helene changed everything
Read full article: Voters in North Carolina and Georgia have bigger problems than politics. Helene changed everythingResidents in North Carolina’s Watauga County are focused on survival rather than politics after Hurricane Helene ravaged much of the western part of the state.
Death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 227 as grim task of recovering bodies continues
Read full article: Death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 227 as grim task of recovering bodies continuesThe death toll from Hurricane Helene has inched up to 227 as the grim task of recovering bodies continues more than a week after the monster storm ravaged the U.S. Southeast.
Inside the North Carolina mountain town that Hurricane Helene nearly wiped off the map
Read full article: Inside the North Carolina mountain town that Hurricane Helene nearly wiped off the mapNearly 400 miles from where Hurricane Helene made landfall, the North Carolina mountain hamlet of Chimney Rock Village has been all but wiped off the map.
Harris pledges ongoing federal support as she visits North Carolina to survey Helene's aftermath
Read full article: Harris pledges ongoing federal support as she visits North Carolina to survey Helene's aftermathVice President Kamala Harris has pledged ongoing federal support for those affected by Hurricane Helene as she visited North Carolina.
Well-known Asheville music tradition returns in a sign of hopefulness after Helene
Read full article: Well-known Asheville music tradition returns in a sign of hopefulness after HeleneA well-known Asheville musical tradition has returned in a sign of hopefulness a week after Helene battered the mountain city.
Civil rights groups ask to extend voter registration deadlines in hurricane-ravaged states
Read full article: Civil rights groups ask to extend voter registration deadlines in hurricane-ravaged statesDemocrats and civil rights groups are asking election officials in the states ravaged by Hurricane Helene to give voters more time to register for the Nov. 5 presidential election.
FEMA has faced criticism and praise during Helene. Here's what it does — and doesn't do
Read full article: FEMA has faced criticism and praise during Helene. Here's what it does — and doesn't doThe Federal Emergency Management Agency is tasked with helping states and communities hit by disasters like Hurricane Helene.
Project Savior Outdoors is supplying equipment to aid Appalachian area residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Project Savior Outdoors is supplying equipment to aid Appalachian area residents in the aftermath of Hurricane HeleneProject Savior Outdoors is on a mission to equip first responders in Western North Carolina with as many chainsaws, accessories, and premixed fuel as possible as they navigate the devastating damage caused by Hurricane Helene.
North Carolina is distributing Benadryl and EpiPens as yellow jackets swarm from Helene flooding
Read full article: North Carolina is distributing Benadryl and EpiPens as yellow jackets swarm from Helene floodingNorth Carolina health workers are distributing Benadryl and epinephrine injections to communities after hurricane flooding has caused bees and yellow jackets to swarm from their underground nests.
When will the power return? Weary Carolinas residents long for relief after Helene's fury
Read full article: When will the power return? Weary Carolinas residents long for relief after Helene's furyNearly 700,000 homes and businesses in the U.S. Southeast are still without power more than a week after Hurricane Helene blew through the region.
Catering company makes it a mission to feed thousands in North Carolina, with goals to feed more
Read full article: Catering company makes it a mission to feed thousands in North Carolina, with goals to feed moreA Jacksonville catering company is one of several local organizations trying to be a bright light in a dark situation for Hurricane Helene victims.
A toddler died in Duval County when a tree fell on a home during Hurricane Helene, new NWS report says
Read full article: A toddler died in Duval County when a tree fell on a home during Hurricane Helene, new NWS report saysThe ten page county impacts report was released late Wednesday night by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville and the impact, based on data, is staggering.
Augusta chairman confident Masters will go on as club focuses on community recovery from Helene
Read full article: Augusta chairman confident Masters will go on as club focuses on community recovery from HeleneMasters chairman Fred Ridley says Augusta National sustained a lot of damage from Hurricane Helene, just like the rest of the area.
LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Southwest Florida as hurricane cleanup continues
Read full article: LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Southwest Florida as hurricane cleanup continuesBrooke Hiers just a month ago left the state-issued emergency trailer where her family had lived after Hurricane Idalia slammed into her home on Florida's Gulf Coast in August of 2023.
The search for the missing hits snags at every corner as Helene's death toll tops 200
Read full article: The search for the missing hits snags at every corner as Helene's death toll tops 200Searchers are combing the remote mountains of North Carolina to locate the missing and those needing supplies nearly a week after Hurricane Helene barreled through the Southeast.