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Turmoil, worry swirl over cuts to key federal agencies as hurricane season begins
Read full article: Turmoil, worry swirl over cuts to key federal agencies as hurricane season beginsAs hurricane season begins, experts in storms and disasters are worried about massive cuts to the federal system that forecasts, tracks and responds to the storms.
It's not a matter of if a hurricane will hit Florida, but when, forecasters say
Read full article: It's not a matter of if a hurricane will hit Florida, but when, forecasters sayU.S. officials who predict, prepare for and respond to natural disasters have a message for Floridians: It’s not a matter of if but when a hurricane will hit the state.
Forecasters were caught off guard by Otis’ growth. But warming means more hurricanes like it
Read full article: Forecasters were caught off guard by Otis’ growth. But warming means more hurricanes like itHurricane Otis unexpectedly turned from mild to monster in record time, and scientists are struggling to figure out what happened.
Hurricanes can be dangerous, but cleaning up after a storm can be even more deadly, NOAA says
Read full article: Hurricanes can be dangerous, but cleaning up after a storm can be even more deadly, NOAA saysStorm surge, strong winds, lightning and downed powerlines are all things that have taken lives during a storm, but once the storm has passed there’s another threat.
Why it’s important to still proceed with caution after a storm passes
Read full article: Why it’s important to still proceed with caution after a storm passesStorm surges, strong winds, lightning and downed powerlines are all things that have taken lives during a storm but once the storm has passed people often perceive that any possible threats have also passed.
Dangerous paradise? Complacency among longtime Floridians a concern for storm season
Read full article: Dangerous paradise? Complacency among longtime Floridians a concern for storm seasonThe Weather Authority talked one-on-one with National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan, about his concerns with local complacency during the 2023 hurricane season.