Louisiana Hurricane Newswire

Potential Tropical Storm Rafael's Path Could Be a Historic First

Should Tropical Depression Eighteen develop into Tropical Storm Rafael and continue its trek across the Caribbean and into the Gulf of Mexico, it could be the first ever to make landfall on Louisiana's coast during the month of November. The National …

Florida Warned of Potential Tropical Storm

Tropical storm watches could be issued in the Florida Keys as soon as Monday as Tropical Depression 18 strengthens in the Caribbean Sea. On Monday morning, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) published an updated forecast path that shows the storm skirting …

Tropical Storm Rafael forms, could hit Cuba as Category 2 hurricane. Here’s the latest track.

The Atlantic hurricane season isn’t over yet. A strengthening storm in the Caribbean transformed into Tropical Storm Rafael late Monday afternoon that could impact the Gulf Coast later this week. Hurricane warnings and other storm alerts have been issued …

Tropical Storm Rafael on track to hit New Orleans by Saturday

Tropical Storm Rafael is on track to hit the southern tip of Louisiana by Saturday as it continues to gather strength en route to the Gulf of Mexico, and could become a hurricane by the time it hits Cuba.  The storm formed over the Caribbean and is poised …

Tropical Storm Rafael triggers hurricane warning for Cayman Islands

Forecasters posted a hurricane warning in the Caribbean on Monday afternoon after a late-season disturbance south of Cuba strengthened into Tropical Storm Rafael and set its sights on the US Gulf coast. The 17th named storm of an overactive Atlantic …

Hurricane watch, tropical storm warning issued over system in Caribbean

Updated on: November 4, 2024 / 5:36 AM EST / CBS/AP Developers designing homes to withstand hurricanes Developers designing Florida homes to withstand hurricanes 02:11 The National Hurricane Center has posted a hurricane watch for the Cayman …

Tropical Storm Rafael Spaghetti Models Show States That Could Be Hit

As Tropical Storm Rafael looks set to form in the Caribbean, spaghetti models show which islands and U.S. states the weather front could hit if it develops into a hurricane. As reported by Newsweek, The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has forecast a …

Tropical Storm Rafael to Become Hurricane and Hit Louisiana on Saturday

As Tropical Storm Rafael teeters on the brink of forming, the National Hurricane Center predicted it may become a hurricane by late on election day. The tropical depression, situated in the Caribbean, is currently named Potential Tropical Cyclone 18, but …

Pensacola area could see impact from Tropical Depression 18

Tropical Depression 18 just formed in the Caribbean Sea Monday morning. The storm appears to be headed toward Louisiana, with the western tip of the Florida Panhandle being just within the cone of concern on the eastern side. The National Weather Service …

Roundup: Withdrawing home equity / Early voting / Tropical Storm Rafael

Record equity: In the third quarter of this year, mortgage holders withdrew $48 billion of home equity—the largest volume in the two years. Homeowners are sitting on a little over $17 trillion in total equity collectively, roughly $11 trillion of which is …

Could potential tropical storm impact LSU vs. Alabama game?

Hurricanes and tropical storms remain on the radar for LSU football fans throughout the fall. The 2024 hurricane season is nearing an end, but it's not over just yet with another potential development in the Gulf of Mexico. Right now,  the storm …

Tropical Storm Rafael is coming soon. It poses an uncertain threat to the US Gulf Coast

By Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — A rare November tropical threat could impact the United States over the weekend amid an unusual and relentless hurricane season that shows no signs of letting up. Tropical Depression Eighteen formed in the …

Tropical storm brewing in the Gulf. What does it mean for Louisiana?

A November hurricane in the Gulf, which is a rare occurrence, is expected to form over the course of this week. According to the National Hurricane Center, the first cone of Potential Tropical Cyclone 18 formed around 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3. Storms are …

Tropical Storm Rafael Forms, Could Impact Louisiana Soon

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Tropical Storm Rafael has formed in the Caribbean and is expected to intensify into a hurricane by Tuesday, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). With Rafael’s projected path currently on track to potentially impact …

Bay County forecasted tropical depression impacts on Nov. 4, 2024

PANAMA CITY-- Tropical Depression Eighteen formed in the Caribbean Monday morning and is expected to become Tropical Storm Rafael Monday as it continues to organize and move near Jamaica, according to the latest update from the National Hurricane Center. …

Will a Tropical Storm Rafael threaten Florida? Here's Polk's forecast

At least Florida had a whole three weeks to recover from the last storm this time. Tropical Depression Eighteen formed in the Caribbean Monday morning and is expected to become Tropical Storm Rafael later the same day, according to forecasters with the …

Tropical Depression 18 predicted to become Hurricane Rafael in the Caribbean

Hurricane Warning flags are flying in the Cayman Islands and a Hurricane Watch is up for western Cuba for Tropical Depression 18, which formed at 10 a.m. EST Monday over the warm waters of the Western Caribbean. TD 18 is expected to intensify into Tropical …

Tropical depression forms, could become Hurricane Rafael and threaten US

A tropical depression formed in the Caribbean on Monday, one that could eventually intensify into a hurricane and threaten the Gulf Coast by this weekend, the National Hurricane Center said. The system is forecast to strengthen into Tropical Storm Rafael …

Tropical Storm Rafael forms in the Caribbean and could threaten the US Gulf Coast

By Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — Tropical Storm Rafael formed in the Caribbean Sea Monday afternoon and could bring a rare November threat to the United States this weekend after tearing through parts of the western Caribbean. Rafael is forecast …

IICSR Launches Accessible Education Platform to Combat Climate Disasters and Global Inequality

International Institute of Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility Launches Accessible Education Platform to Combat Climate Disasters and Global Inequality PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent data …

FEMA Opens Additional Disaster Recovery Center in Tift County

ATLANTA – FEMA opened an additional Disaster Recovery Center in Tift County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Hurricane Helene. The center is open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Center …

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Emanuel County

ATLANTA – FEMA opened an additional Disaster Recovery Center in Emanuel County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Hurricane Helene. The center is open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Center …

Disaster Recovery Center Will Open Tuesday in Macon County

RALEIGH, N.C. -  A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open Tuesday, Nov. 5, in Franklin (Macon County) to assist North Carolina survivors who experienced loss from Tropical Storm Helene.   The Macon County DRC is located at: Macon County Public Health …

FEMA Assistance Won’t Affect Social Security, Other Federal Benefits Georgians May Receive

ATLANTA – Applying for federal disaster assistance from FEMA will not affect other federal benefits that Georgia survivors of Hurricane Helene or Tropical Storm Debby, damage Aug. 4--20, 2024, may receive. Residents in Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Ben Hill, …

FEMA Assistance Available for Self-Employed Floridians

FEMA assistance can help people who are self-employed, including artists, musicians and mechanics. Independent contractors are considered self-employed. To be considered for FEMA assistance, you must be a resident of or work in a county designated for FEMA …

Preservation Specialists in Three Florida Disaster Recovery Centers to Offer Advice on Salvaging Treasured Items

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians recover from hurricane damage, preservation specialists will be in three Disaster Recovery Centers this week to offer advice about salvaging damaged items such as photos, artwork, textiles and other items. FEMA and the …

Did Hurricane Helene Affect Your Well Furnace or Septic System?

COLUMBIA, S.C. – If your private well, furnace or septic system was damaged by Hurricane Helene, you may be eligible for financial assistance from FEMA.  For disaster-damaged private wells, heating systems, furnaces and septic systems, FEMA may pay for the …

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Barnwell County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Barnwell County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.   Barnwell County Barnwell Regional Airport  155 State Road S-6-398  Barnwell, SC 29812 Open Nov. 4- …

Location Change for Disaster Recovery Center in Connecticut

FEMA announces a location change to the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Connecticut, a temporary facility established in partnership between the state and FEMA, where survivors affected by the August 18-19 Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides …

Disaster Recovery Center Updates in Southwest Virginia

BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Duffield, Va. at the Pioneer Center at 225 Boone Trail Road, Duffield, VA 24244 on Tuesday, November 5, at 8 a.m. This will be the tenth DRC to open in the impacted area.  The Pulaski County DRC …

FEMA Disaster Assistance Available for New Mexicans Impacted by the Oct. 19-20 Chaves County Flood

Chaves County homeowners and renters, who sustained damage from the Oct. 19-20, 2024, severe storm and flooding may be eligible for disaster assistance under FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program.  FEMA disaster assistance may include grants for …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Gaston County

RALEIGH, N.C. -  A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open Sunday, November 3, in Dallas (Gaston County) to assist North Carolina survivors who experienced loss from Tropical Storm Helene.   The Gaston County DRC is located at:   Dallas Civic Center 206 S …

One Month of Meeting Survivors Where They Are in Virginia

FEMA Can Help with Moving and Storage Costs for Survivors Affected by Tropical Storm Helene

RALEIGH, N.C.—North Carolina survivors whose homes were damaged by Tropical Storm Helene, and are not safe to live in, may be eligible for FEMA Moving and Storage Assistance. This assistance can help affected families move and store their essential items …

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for New Mexico

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of New Mexico to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm and flooding on Oct. 19-20, 2024. The President’s action makes federal …

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance is available to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe to supplement the Tribal Nation’s efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm, straight-line winds and flooding from July 13-14, 2024. The …

Alert Cascade Approved as Supplier for UK Government's G-Cloud 14 Framework

Alert Cascade is now an approved supplier for G-Cloud 14, the latest framework on the Crown Commercial Service's Digital Marketplace. PETERBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alert Cascade is proud to announce its …

PlanetBids Offers Free Public Solicitation Portal to Help Southeastern States Rebuild After Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Government Agencies in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee Can Post to Disaster Recovery Bids for Free to Reach More Vendors ORMOND, FL, UNITED STATES, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the …

Researchers call for better coordination of the rules for benefit sharing for the use of digital sequence information

Researchers, leibniz institute dsmz, germany, call for better global coordination of the rules for benefit sharing for the use of digital sequence information BRAUNSCHWEIG, LOWER SAXONY AREA, GERMANY, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ‘ …