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The unemployment rate in Buncombe County, NC, surged from 2.5% to 8.8% following Hurricane Helene, resulting in the loss of over 8,000 jobs. The tourism sector, heavily affected by the …
Unemployment Rate Surges in North Carolina Following Hurricane Helene Read More
The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season concluded with 18 named storms, including 11 hurricanes and 5 major hurricanes. The U.S. faced more major hurricanes than usual, resulting in significant destruction, particularly …
2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Concludes with Unprecedented Storm Activity Read More
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season in North Carolina featured 18 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and significant impacts from Hurricane Helene. The season, predicted by NOAA, concluded with considerable flooding and …
End of Another Above-Average Hurricane Season in North Carolina Read More
The bomb cyclone that recently impacted Western Washington exposed critical weaknesses in the region’s electrical grid, resulting in widespread power outages for nearly half a million residents. Experts advocate for …
Bomb Cyclone Unveils Vulnerabilities in Washington’s Power Grid Read More
Puerto Rico experienced over a dozen earthquakes within 24 hours, including a 4.0 magnitude quake northeast of Vieques. The activity is part of a seismic swarm linked to the island’s …
Puerto Rico Experiences Surge in Earthquake Activity: A Call for Preparedness Read More
Professor Cliff Mass warns of a powerful storm approaching Western Washington, comparable to a Category 1 hurricane. Gusts could reach 60-80 mph, particularly affecting the coastal and Cascade foothill regions. …
Cliff Mass Warns of Powerful Cyclone Threatening Western Washington Read More
Tropical Storm Sara has hit northern Honduras, causing devastating flooding and mudslides with expected rainfall totals up to 30 inches. The storm currently affects over 20,000 individuals, with hundreds evacuated. …
Tropical Storm Sara Causes Catastrophic Flooding in Honduras Read More
On November 7, 2023, Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas experienced severe weather while sailing from Spain, resulting in injuries to passengers and significant damages aboard. The ship had to …
Explorer of the Seas Faces Turbulence and Delays Amid Severe Weather Conditions Read More
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake shook eastern Cuba amidst ongoing challenges from hurricanes and blackouts. The quake, felt widely across major cities, resulted in minor damage but no immediate reports of …
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Cuba Amidst Ongoing Crisis Read More
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Cuba, with aftershocks felt in Jamaica and Puerto Rico, coinciding with the devastation caused by Hurricane Rafael, which resulted in severe destruction and evacuations. …
Severe Earthquake Strikes Eastern Cuba Amidst Hurricane Aftermath Read More