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FEMA’s Surprising Rule: Skip Trump Supporter Homes After Hurricane

November 9, 2024

Imagine this: You’ve just experienced a hurricane, and your home is damaged. You’re hoping for help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). But, if you have a Trump sign or flag outside, you might be out of luck. A FEMA supervisor in Florida told disaster relief workers to avoid homes

science

AI Weather Model Shines in Predicting Hurricane Milton

October 14, 2024

Imagine predicting a hurricane's landfall with such precision that you're off by just 7 miles on average. That's what happened with Hurricane Milton, thanks to the Artificial Intelligence/Integrated Forecasting System (AIFS). This AI-driven model stunned meteorologists by outperforming traditional m

weather

Floridians Return Home, Reflecting on Lessons from Hurricane Milton

October 12, 2024

After Hurricane Milton hit Florida, residents slowly made their way back to their homes along packed highways. Fred Neuman and his wife from Siesta Key evacuated to Destin, a 500-mile trip. They were relieved to hear their house was still standing, despite some damage. Insurance would cover the repa

entertainment

Weathering the Storm: Creators vs. Hurricanes

October 12, 2024

As Hurricane Milton barreled towards Florida, many online creators chose to stick around and share their experiences on social media. This wasn't just about the excitement; it was also about gaining more followers and views. Officials were warning about serious dangers, but some creators saw this as

weather

Disney Workers Face Storm Dilemma

October 11, 2024

Imagine working at Disney World when Hurricane Milton hits. The park stays open, but the weather is terrifying. Employees feel stuck. They're worried about their jobs if they leave early. Disney is trying to keep the park fun for guests and safe for workers. Many employees stick it out, feeling fina

weather

Fisherman's Clever Cooler Rescue

October 11, 2024

A fisherman in Florida had a wild night at sea after his boat broke down during Hurricane Milton. He spent the night clinging to an ice box in 25-foot waves, nearly 30 miles off the coast! The U.S. Coast Guard swooped in and saved him with a helicopter on Thursday. The strong winds and giant waves m

health

Hurricane Milton: A Storm That Could Boost Mosquito Populations

October 11, 2024

Hurricane Milton hit Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday night as a Category 3 storm, leaving behind devastation and a warning from health officials about floodwater infections. But that's not all. Scientists are worried about what might come next: a surge in mosquitoes. Imelda Moise, a geography prof

weather

Florida's Theme Parks Back in Action After Hurricane Milton

October 11, 2024

After the storm, Florida's theme parks, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld, reopened their doors to guests. But while the fun was back on, the aftermath of Hurricane Milton was still felt by many. The storm left at least 16 people dead and over 340 rescued. Plus, around 2 m

business

Business Owner Gives Back to Hurricane Victims

October 11, 2024

Rich DiLorenzo, who runs Somerset Hills Exxon in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, has a plan to help out those hit hard by Hurricane Milton in Florida. From October 21 to 23, he will donate 5 cents from every gallon of gas sold. That's not all – he's also going to match the total amount raised. Rich belie

politics

Florida Governor Fires Back at Harris Over Hurricane Response ###

October 11, 2024

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis had some strong words for Vice President Kamala Harris after she criticized his response to Hurricane Milton. DeSantis insisted that Harris doesn't understand how to handle natural disasters and accused her of playing politics. He pointed out that Harris has no role in