An Indigenous community in a Central American country is at risk of relocation, as rising sea levels threaten to flood their small island. What’s happening? The Indigenous Guna people live on the island of Gardi Sugdub, off Panama’s coast in the Caribbean Sea, and are the first of 63 local communities that have received recommendations […]
A tornado watch has been issued for multiple upstate New York counties until 8 p.m. Sunday. Severe thunderstorms and extreme heat are also expected across New York, according to the National Weather Service. “I urge New Yorkers to take caution,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Sunday. “Monitor your local forecast and check in on vulnerable […]
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — On Friday Gov. Kevin Stitt announced the approval from the White House on Oklahoma’s request for disaster assistance on counties that were hit in May by tornadoes and severe storms. The request was submitted to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on June 5 following assessments that were done after the […]
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Although more rain could trigger additional isolated Florida flooding on Friday, forecasters say the strong, persistent storms that dumped up to 20 inches (50 centimeters) in southern parts of the state appear to have passed. Some neighborhood streets in the Miami and Fort Lauderdale areas still have standing water, although […]
The deluge of rain continued to trickle Thursday evening, prompting the National Weather Service in Miami to declare flash flood warnings in several South Florida cities. Among the areas affected in Miami-Dade: Miami, Hialeah and Miami Gardens; as for Broward: Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale and Pembroke Pines. The warnings are in effect until 8 p.m., according […]
ROCHESTER — Cable giant Spectrum plans to close one of its offices here later this summer, the company told employees Wednesday. Company spokesperson Jay Saunders confirmed Spectrum’s call center off of Bandel Road NW will close Aug. 15. About 300 employees work at that office, but Saunders said it’s unclear how many staff would be […]
Two major changes to local highways are set to begin Monday morning. Here’s what you need to know before hitting the road this week. Norwood Lateral westbound lanes closing Ohio 562, often referred to as the Norwood Lateral, will be closed to all westbound traffic for up to 80 days starting Monday. Crews will close westbound […]
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Tens of thousands of children in Afghanistan remain affected by ongoing flash floods, especially in the north and west, the U.N. children’s agency said Monday. Unusually heavy seasonal rains have been wreaking havoc on multiple parts of the country, killing hundreds of people and destroying property and crops. The U.N. food agency […]
The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday announced a recall of cucumbers potentially contaminated with salmonella. The cucumbers were shipped to wholesalers and distributed in 14 states between May 17th through May 21st, 2024. The recall was initiated after the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture informed Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. of Delray, Florida that a product sample tested […]
Tens of thousands of children in Afghanistan remain affected by ongoing flash floods, especially in the north and west, the UN children’s agency said. Unusually heavy seasonal rains have been wreaking havoc on multiple parts of the country, killing hundreds of people and destroying property and crops. The UN food agency has warned that many […]
FAIRFIELD – A long-awaited project that will widen South Gilmore Road between Mack and Resor roads begins Monday, June 3. It is one of two projects that may cause traffic woes for several months for those traveling in the area with road closings accompanying the construction. The second project replaces the deck and repairs beams […]
In this popular phone scam, bad actors are seeking to learn your credentials to steal your money and identity. Illustration:Jianan Liu/HuffPost; Photo:Getty Images “We’ve noticed a balance of $11.69 remaining on your record. To prevent a late fee of $50.00, please visit _______ to settle your balance.” A text from someone alleging to be your […]