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Climate Watch: NCF seeks funding to combat climate change, wildlife trafficking

Climate change directly affects our communities, health, and livelihoods. Yet, media coverage often prioritises politics and business over climate-related stories, leaving crucial environmental news under-reported. Climate Watch seeks to bridge this …

Pinellas County approves ordinance banning people from disrupting sand dunes

People caught damaging dunes could face a fine of up to $10,000. PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Pinellas County commissioners on Monday approved a countywide ordinance banning people from disrupting sand dunes. The county believes sand dunes provide a lot of …

Floods kill 2 people and wreak havoc in Australia's Queensland after monsoon rains

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Monsoon rains unleashed flooding in Australia’s Queensland that have claimed the lives of two people as the week-long deluge dropped months of rainfall in a few days, devastating small rural towns on the state’s north coast. The …

Boston’s reparations task force has faced hurdles two years in. The Trump era could present another barrier.

“Maybe we’ll be a lucky city where there will be no lawsuits,” said Joseph D. Feaster Jr., chair of the Boston reparations task force. “But I’m not sure that’s going to be the case.” Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the …

Team Wildfire's 'Hurricane on Wheels' uses advanced technology to fight wildfires

Team Wildfire is mounting jet engines with retardant injectors onto trucks and UTVs, turning movie tech into life-saving tech. SAN DIEGO — Team Wildfire is using advanced technologies to revolutionize how to fight against the most destructive fires. The …

KwaZulu-Natal storm highlights need for improved disaster preparedness

The DA in KwaZulu-Natal says the recent destructive storm in the province highlights the urgent need for improved disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience. The inclement weather over the weekend affected large parts of KZN, including uThukela …

Britain's killer floods claimed more than 300 lives in hurricane force carnage

The possibilities of climate grief

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Three potential tropical cyclones looming off Far North Queensland

Tropical Storm Helene survivors can attend drop-in recovery resource events

More:Rep. Chuck Edwards on Tropical Storm Helene recovery Buncombe County government will host four Helene Survivor Recovery Resource events to connect residents to supportive recovery resources and facilitate direct engagement with staff. These events are …

'It has been amazing to see people realize they don't have to give up' | Cocke County nonprofit works on long-term ...

Clean Water Expected in East Tennessee has been helping connect people with anything from clothing to campers. COCKE COUNTY, Tenn — After four months of cleaning and rebuilding, the devastation from Hurricane Helene is still immeasurable. "When Helene …

Beloved Bearss Groves Fruit Market reopens after hurricane damage forced closure

TAMPA - For years, The Bearss Groves Fruit Market has been a staple in Tampa, but damage from the hurricanes caused major setbacks. It's been closed for the last few months, but now it's under new management and re-opening to the community. The …

Comeback Trail: Coastal businesses continue to reopen after the hurricane season

CEDAR KEY, Fla. (WCJB) - Businesses are gradually returning to normalcy in North Central Florida’s coastal communities after this past hurricane season. Earlier this week, Cedar Key city leaders met to discuss the future of Dock Street and the marina area. …

Citrus County's Marine Science Station re-opens after Hurricane Helene

CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. — Citrus County students are finally able to return to a popular field trip location that was closed for months after being damaged during Hurricane Helene. What You Need To Know Marine Science Station, a popular field trip location for …

2 off-duty park employees self-deployed to rescue Hurricane Helene survivors

Nick Yarnell and Ryan Williamson spent their shift waiting to be deployed. When that call never came, they took matters into their own hands. COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — Saturday afternoon, Yarnell and Williamson visited one of the families they rescued on Sept. …

Budd, Tillis, colleagues introduce bipartisan bill to help restore access to Western North Carolina homes damaged by ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC), U.Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC), U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC11) and Don Davis (D-NC01) have introduced the Restoring Access to Mountain Homes Act. The bill allows Public Assistance funding from the Federal …

This hurricane survivor was helped under Biden, not Trump | Fact check

The claim: Video shows woman displaced by Hurricane Helene who Trump helped A Jan. 22 Instagram video (direct link, archive link) shows a woman crying and talking about how she's relieved to be moving into new temporary housing. "#BREAKING: …

Odom, Tulsa Golden Hurricane square off against the Tulane Green Wave

Tulsa Golden Hurricane (9-12, 3-5 AAC) at Tulane Green Wave (11-10, 5-3 AAC) New Orleans; Sunday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Tulsa plays Tulane in AAC action Sunday. The Green Wave have gone 9-3 at home. Tulane is seventh in the AAC with 32.2 points per game …

Locke’s Mitch Kokai assesses NC hurricane recovery challenges

Mitch Kokai, John Locke Foundation senior political analyst, discusses North Carolina state government’s response to Hurricane Helene and lingering issues tied to eastern NC hurricanes. Kokai offered these comments during the Jan. 31, 2025, edition of PBS …

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

Microamp Presents Military-Grade Data Security with Encrypted 5G mmWave Networks

Microamp released a solution brief on how organizations can achieve maximum security without compromising network performance for mission-critical operations. WARSAW, POLAND, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Microamp, in collaboration with …

Almost two thirds of top private equity energy portfolio companies are fossil fuel companies

Private Equity Climate Risks researchers update searchable database of top private equity energy portfolios CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Private Equity Energy Tracker has been updated through January …

ESTHER International and Visa to collaborate on payments solutions for humanitarian aid

New collaboration between ESTHER International and Visa aims to simplify and accelerate humanitarian aid payments for crisis-affected communities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESTHER International, the …

Kevin Miller Joins Extech Building Materials as Exterior Products Manager

Industry Veteran Strengthens Extech’s Expertise in Division 7 Solutions EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extech Building Materials, the Tri-State area’s premier building materials supplier, is proud to …

OPIC Technologies Leads in 3D Livestream Technology: A New Way to Share Live News

OPIC Technologies' 3D livestream tech transforms live news, offering immersive, interactive storytelling that brings audiences closer to the action. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., …

FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby.  This includes:  $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando …

FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors

LAHAINA, Maui – A community of 167 brightly colored temporary homes for wildfire survivors was completed this week on a Lahaina hillside where no housing existed a few months ago. The final modular home at the Kilohana group housing site, developed by the …

FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Tropical Storm Helene

HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, Tropical Storm Helene survivors now have until March 8, 2025, to apply for assistance with FEMA. With the extended deadline, FEMA still strongly urges survivors to apply as soon as possible. …

Assistance Available for Self-Employed Wildfire Survivors

LOS ANGELES – Self-employed individuals in Los Angeles who became unemployed as a direct result of the wildfires, may apply for FEMA Individual Assistance, Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) and/or U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster …

Answer Your Phone - FEMA May be Calling About Housing Resources

FEMA is calling eligible survivors in Georgia regarding the Home Key housing initiative. The Home Key initiative provides rapid strategies for securing immediate housing for survivors of Hurricane Helene who have been displaced from their primary residence …

Parke County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Bloomingdale, Marshall, Rosedale and unincorporated Parke County, Indiana. Property owners are …

JBJF and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Golf Classic to Support Wildfire Relief Benefiting World Central Kitchen

Legendary broadcaster and MLB Hall-of-Famer Jaime Jarrín brings celebrities and athletes together to raise money for wildfire-affected communities LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The fourth annual Jaime …

LA Fires Leave Emotional Scars—New Training Helps Firefighters and Police Cope

Elias Institute of Professional Coaching Launches Emotional Recovery for Crisis Response® for First Responders LA Wildfires LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Firefighters, police officers, and public safety …

Urgent Appeal: Emergency Aid For Animals Fund Seeking Support to Aid Animals in Need After the LA Wildfires

Our Emergency Aid For Animals Fund will support organizations that are providing relief to animals impacted by the aftermath of the LA Wildfires SAN RAFAEL, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Animal Charities of America, …

Actor/Producer Jaime P. Gomez Overcomes Devastating Loss After Altadena Fires

Acclaimed actor and producer Jaime P. Gomez lost his home and film equipment following the Altadena, CA wildfires. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed actor, director, and producer Jaime P. Gomez, …

Margaret's the Couture Cleaner Announces Expansion to New State-of-the-Art Los Angeles Facility

Margaret's the Couture Cleaner is North America's premier luxury garment care provider. The move is a significant milestone in its 70-year legacy of excellence. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

Preliminary Flood Maps for Parker County, Texas Ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in the cities of Aledo, Annetta South, Azle, Cresson, Fort Worth, Hudson Oaks, Weatherford, Willow Park and unincorporated areas of …

FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips to Georgians in Laurens and Toombs Counties

If you are making repairs to your home after Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4--20) or Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 20), you can get tips from FEMA to make your home safer and stronger at Home Depot in Dublin (Laurens County) and at Lowe’s in Vidalia (Toombs …

Disaster Recovery Centers in Appling and Emanuel counties to Permanently Close Feb. 5

The Disaster Recovery Centers in Appling and Emanuel are set to permanently close at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 5. They are currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The recovery centers are at these locations: Appling County Appling County …