Washington — The federal government provides a variety of assistance programs for people impacted by disasters like the two major hurricanes, Helene and Milton, that recently hit the Southeastern US. To get access to the funding, people must submit an application…
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Suspect arrested after reports of threats toward FEMA operations in North Carolina
CNN — A North Carolina man was arrested over the weekend for allegedly threatening harm against FEMA employees responding to Hurricane Helene, according to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office. Tap below to read the report from CNN.
L.A.’s quake mystery: 2024 brings the most seismic activity in decades. Why now?
The ground beneath Southern California has been particularly unsteady as of late, with the region experiencing more moderate-sized earthquakes this year than it has in decades. Tap below to read more from Yahoo News.
Hurricane Milton from start to finish: What made this storm stand out
Hurricane Milton had a quick, intense life over the past few days as it roared across the Gulf of Mexico and slammed into Florida late Wednesday. Born out of a typically uninspiring cluster of thunderstorms late last week in the…
‘Lifesaver’: How iPhone’s satellite mode helped during Hurricane Helene
A satellite mode or “satellite SOS” feature has been introduced on many newer mobile phone models. The feature allows users to text when cellular or WiFi coverage is unavailable, like in remote areas or during natural disasters. Tap below to read the…