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Here's what to know about FEMA as Trump talks of overhaul

President Donald Trump says he wants to reshape the Federal Emergency Management Agency as the U.S. faces the formidable task of rebuilding after Hurricane Helene storm damage in the southeast and devastating wildfires in California

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Winter Storm Blankets Gulf Coast With Record Snowfall

A major winter storm originating in Texas impacts the Gulf Coast and Southeast with heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain, leading to closures, cancellation...

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Christmas travel chaos: Thousands of SNCF passengers stranded for hours near Paris

Thousands of passengers faced significant delays on Christmas Eve as SNCF trains were blocked for several hours near Paris. The disruption, caused by a "person accident" on the high-speed Southeast line in southern Seine-et-Marne around 8pm, affected multiple long distance TGV and Ouigo services.

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Nick Saban Masterfully Explains Why SEC Football Is Different

Saban explained the passion behind football in the Southeast and why he believes SEC championship is often tougher than the national title.

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Saltwater flooding is a serious fire threat for EVs and other devices with lithium-ion batteries

Flooding from hurricanes Helene and Milton inflicted billions of dollars in damage across the Southeast in September and October 2024, pushing buildings off their foundations and undercutting roads and bridges. It also caused dozens of electric vehicles and other battery-powered objects, such as scooters and golf carts, to catch fire.

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'Gravity waves' from Hurricane Helene seen rippling through the sky in new NASA images

Hurricane Helene sent gravity waves rippling through the atmosphere far above the southeastern United States, new NASA images reveal.

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Disaster survivors want to rebuild safer, more sustainable homes, but cost misperceptions often stand in the way

As Florida and the Southeast begin recovering from 2024’s destructive hurricanes, many people are asking: How can we rebuild sustainably and in a way that avoids the same damage, costs and trauma in future storms?

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Beyond bottled water and sandwiches: What FEMA is doing to get hurricane victims back into their homes

In a pattern all too familiar to people affected by disasters, hurricanes Helene and Milton have disappeared from the headlines, just a few weeks after these disasters ravaged the Southeast. Although reporters have moved on, recovery is just beginning for people who were displaced.

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Wildfires are coming to the Southeast

No other part of the country has seen such a sharp rise in the number of big fires

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Southeast Schools Struggle After Hurricane Helene

Learn about the impact of Hurricane Helene on schools in the Southeast, challenges faced, and community efforts to support students and families during the...

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Many schools are still closed weeks after Hurricane Helene. Teachers worry about long-term impact

Tens 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

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Milton by the numbers: At least 5 dead, at least 12 tornadoes, 3.4M without power

Hurricane Milton’s explosive formation stirred high anxiety for Florida less than two weeks after Helene raked the state and much of the Southeast

The Independent UK

Milton Downgraded To Post-Tropical Cyclone, No Longer A Hurricane

Latest update: Milton transitions from hurricane to post-tropical cyclone, maintaining strong winds. Tropical storm conditions persist in Southeast coast.

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How Waffle House helps Southerners — and FEMA — judge a storm's severity

For some residents of storm-prone Southeastern states, the best indicator of a hurricane's severity can be found at the local Waffle House

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Death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 227 as grim task of recovering bodies continues

The 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

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A week after Helene hit, thousands still without water struggle to find enough

Hurricane Helene severely damaged drinking water utilities in the Southeast

International Business Times

Southeast US Reels As Storm Helene Death Toll Passes 210

More than 210 people are now confirmed dead after Hurricane Helene carved a path of destruction through several US states, officials said Thursday, making it the second deadliest storm to hit the US mainland in more than half a century.

International Business Times

Southeast US Reels As Storm Helene Death Toll Hits 200

More than 200 people are now confirmed dead after Hurricane Helene carved a path of destruction through several US states, officials said Thursday, making it the second deadliest storm to hit the US mainland in more than half a century.

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Southeast Parks Closed Due To Storm Damage

National and state parks in the Southeast face closures and limited access post-Helene, impacting popular destinations and outdoor activities.

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Southeast Hospitals Weather Hurricane Helene, Face Challenges

Learn about the challenges faced by health care organizations in the Southeast during Hurricane Helene and ongoing recovery efforts.

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Hospitals mostly rebound after Helene knocked out power and flooded areas

Hospitals and health care organizations in the Southeast largely stayed open and functioning during Hurricane Helene to provide essential care for their communities

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Over 1.3 Million Still Without Power After Helene Storm

Helene's aftermath: Over 1.3M homes and businesses without power in Southeast & mid-Atlantic. Duke Energy faces unprecedented damage.

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Why are so many historically rare storms hitting the Carolinas? Geography puts these states at risk, and climate change is loading the dice

Hurricane Helene caused deadly and destructive flooding when it swept through the Southeast on Sept. 26-29, 2024. Across a broad swath of western North Carolina, where the worst flooding occurred, the amount of rainfall exceeded levels that would be expected on average only once every 1,000 years.

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Biden And Harris Assess Hurricane Damage In Southeast

President Biden and Vice President Harris actively engage with Hurricane Helene-affected communities, contrasting with Trump's past disaster response. Harr...

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President Biden And VP Harris To Survey Helene's Impact

President Biden and Vice President Harris visit Southeast to assess Helene's impact, showcasing government's commitment to aiding affected communities.

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