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Hawaii declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lowell approaches islands

Storm, which may make impact as soon as Monday, is third system in weeks to threaten state during hurricane season

The Guardian - US

Alert in 17 Mexican States: Hurricane Marie and 45°C Heat Split Mexico in Two

Hurricane Marie has weakened to Category 1, not Category 2, as Mexico faces a 17-state rain alert and a 45°C heat wave this Saturday.

Latin Times

In 1995, Hurricane Luis damaged Maiden Island Reef in the Caribbean, already hit by development. Years later, Reef Balls supported 5,000 new coral colonies representing 30 species

Reef Balls are designed artificial reef modules mimicking natural structures. These concrete units provide habitat and shelter for marine species. Thousands of coral colonies were propagated and rescued during a major project. The initiative created breakwater reef systems and fish spawning sites. This project demonstrated effective and ecologically sound marine…

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Weather tracker: Hurricanes in the Pacific, but none yet this season in the Atlantic

The current record for the latest Atlantic hurricane formation could be broken this year

The Guardian - UK

In 2016, New Smyrna Beach faced Hurricane Matthew with planted living shorelines; winds topped 90 mph, yet the demonstration structures remained standing

The living shoreline initiative in New Smyrna Beach demonstrated remarkable resilience during Hurricane Matthew, effectively absorbing the storm's wave energy. This natural barrier mitigated significant erosion and structural damage, showcasing the superiority of plants and sand against conventional hardened structures. Research by NOAA supports the effectiveness of living shorelines over…

The Economic Times

In 1988, diver Todd Barber watched a Cayman reef die, then invented hand-launched Reef Balls; his foundation’s modules now create habitat in over 70 countries

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Gilbert, Todd Barber and his father pioneered the creation of Reef Balls, innovative hollow concrete structures designed to provide refuge for marine life. Established in 1997, the Reef Ball Foundation has expanded its reach, deploying these modules in over 59 countries while…

The Times of India

Three Pacific hurricanes gather strength as El Nino intensifies

The current El Nino could become the strongest on record as the natural climate pattern that warms the tropical Pacific intensifies, with three hurricanes churning across the ocean on Thursday. The United Nations has warned of growing extreme weather risks into 2027.

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Rare train of cyclones fuelled by historic El Nino make their way across Pacific

Several storms, including Hurricane Lowell and Hurricane Karina, moved through the Pacific Ocean on Wednesday, fuelled by a historically strong El Nino that has already been linked to extreme weather around the globe and is expected to persist through to February.

France 24

In 2006, Beyoncé donated $2 million to build 42 Houston apartments for people facing homelessness, years before BeyGOOD—and her housing work later returned to the city

Years before launching BeyGOOD, American iconic singer Beyoncé donated $2 million in 2006 toward 42 housing units in Houston for homeless people. The project reflected her early commitment to community support and came amid the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Beyoncé's philanthropy also extended to employment and addiction recovery apart from…

The Economic Times

Edouard, now a tropical depression, drenches Texas with flash flooding and downed trees

Tropical Storm Edouard has weakened into a depression but is still dumping heavy rain and flooding parts of Texas

The Independent UK

In 2006, Beyoncé donated $2 million to build 42 apartments for people experiencing homelessness in Houston; the project became one of her earliest major housing initiatives

Long before BeyGOOD became the name attached to Beyoncé's global charitable work, the singer was already putting significant money into community projects in Houston. According to the BeyGOOD foundation by Beyoncé, in 2006, she donated $2 million towards the construction of the Knowles-Temenos Place Apartments, a 42-unit housing complex for…

The Times of India

Tropical depression Edouard brings floods to Texas; knocks out power for thousands

Tropical Storm Edouard has diminished into a depression after unleashing intense rainfall and fierce winds across Texas. The storm resulted in widespread power outages and flooding on highways as it progressed into southeastern Texas. Concurrently, several tropical systems, including Hurricane Lowell, are forming in the Pacific. Edouard's trajectory indicates potential…

The Times of India

Hurricane Edouard Updates: Texas and Louisiana Brace for Flooding, Heavy Rain, and Storm Surge

Tropical Storm Edouard nears the Gulf Coast as Texas and Louisiana brace for heavy rain, flash flooding, strong winds and life-threatening storm surge.

International Business Times UK

Tropical Storm Edouard Route Map & Updates: Possible Hurricane and Flooding Threat Near Texas-Louisiana Line

Tropical Storm Edouard nears the Texas-Louisiana line with flood and storm-surge risk high, as forecasters split on hurricane strength.

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The greenest building is the one still standing after a disaster

When Hurricane Michael tore through the Florida Panhandle in 2018, a beach house called the Sand Palace was left standing, while more than half the buildings around it were destroyed.

The Independent UK

Tropical Storm Edouard mapped: Texas and Louisiana brace for heavy rain and flooding

Winds as high as 60 mph are expected in some areas, with the state governor warning of a risk of wildfires

The Independent UK

Experts warn that Trump’s AI fakery in Iran will destroy public trust: ‘Breaking our shared reality’

ANALYSIS : Seven years ago, he altered a hurricane map with a Sharpie marker and made a federal agency endorse it. On Monday, the president published AI-created fake combat footage purporting to depict a war he is actually fighting, and the Pentagon had to say it never happened. The impact…

The Times of India

In 2024, Hurricane Helene lifted a concrete Virginia bridge off its foundation and pushed it to the shoreline; after $195.5 million in regional repairs, its replacement opens today

Another milestone in a major Hurricane Helene recovery project in Southwest Virginia, as the replacement Route 1212 bridge opens to traffic in Damascus on September 1. According to reports, the bridge across Laurel Creek was one of hundreds of transportation structures damaged in the powerful storm that hit the region…

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The Independent UK

This Week in History: The death of Princess Diana, an IRA ceasefire and Hurricane Katrina

Explore how major events between 31 August and 6 September were captured on The Independent’s front pages

The Independent UK

Tropical Storm Edouard heads for Texas and Louisiana while a storm moves toward Hawaii

Tropical Storm Edouard has formed in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to gain strength before bringing potentially heavy rains and flooding into parts of Texas and Louisiana

The Times of India

In 2016, Frank and Monica Woll bought two tiny Florida Keys islands for semi-retirement; hurricanes soon washed away much of them

Retiring in the serene Florida Keys, Frank and Monica Woll found their dream islands, but they soon realized the threat of hurricanes loomed large. Committed to preserving their idyllic home, they tirelessly work to restore coastlines and plant mangroves by hand. Their passion for environmental stewardship battles against the relentless…

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Tax Breaks for Victims of Hurricanes, Wildfires and Other Disasters

A new law gives more tax breaks to victims of natural disasters. The IRS also has an assortment of resources for victims.

The Independent UK

Hurricane Karina strengthens into a powerful Category 4 storm

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The Economic Times

Two Canadian builders turned 612,000 plastic bottles into 2,000-sq-ft home in Nova Scotia; its panels were so strong they withstood sustained winds of 326 mph, twice the strength of Category 5 hurricane

Canadian builders transformed more than 600,000 plastic bottles into a house. The recycled PET was processed into foam and used to make structural composite panels. These panels demonstrated remarkable strength during wind-testing simulations. The project explored the potential of recycled plastic for various construction applications, offering an innovative approach to…

The Economic Times

Where is Tropical Storm Karina now? Powerful 145 mph hurricane sparks concern for Mexico and Southern California

Tropical storm Karina latest update: Where is the powerful 145 mph Category 4 hurricane now? Karina is moving west across the Pacific, far from Mexico, while its powerful swells could affect Mexico and Southern California. Here’s the latest on the storm’s location, strength and forecast. The tropical disturbance in the…

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