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hurricane impact

Dust from Africa: What Mississippi should expect this season

June 5, 2026

Every summer, a strange visitor crosses the ocean to visit parts of the United States. Tiny particles from the Sahara Desert in Africa travel thousands of miles, carried by winds across the Atlantic. This year, Mississippi will likely see its first wave of this dust over the weekend. The sky may loo

education

Schools in Asheville Plan to Reopen, Addressing Challenges After Hurricane Helene

October 17, 2024

In Asheville, North Carolina, schools are set to reopen on October 28, a month after Hurricane Helene hit the region. The plan isn't just about getting back to lesson plans. Teachers will also support students in talking about the storm's impact. While everyone is safe, the community is grieving and

politics

Georgia Sees Massive Voter Turnout on Day One of Early Voting

October 16, 2024

On Tuesday, Georgia made history with a record-breaking number of voters hitting the polls on the first day of early voting. Officials reported over 300,000 ballots cast, easily surpassing the previous record from 2020, which was a little over 136,000 votes. This surge in voter turnout is fascinatin

education

School Disruptions After Hurricane Helene: A Look at the Long-Term Impact

October 16, 2024

Hurricane Helene left behind a trail of devastation in the Southeast, causing significant disruptions to students' education. Schools in North Carolina, like Buncombe County, are still closed weeks after the storm hit because of damaged buildings and lack of essential services like water and power.

politics

Georgia Sets New Early Voting Record amid Controversies and Recovery

October 16, 2024

Georgia saw a record-breaking turnout for early voting on Tuesday, with over 300,000 ballots cast. This is double the previous record from 2020, which stood at 136,000. The state, a crucial battleground, is still feeling the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and controversial changes to election rules t

health

Hospitals Adjust Schedules Due to IV Fluid Shortage

October 10, 2024

Hospitals across the U.S. are facing a crunch in IV fluid supplies due to hurricanes. Hurricane Helene damaged a major facility owned by Baxter International, reducing shipments to hospitals. Meanwhile, B. Braun Medical temporarily closed two of its facilities in Florida in anticipation of Hurricane

weather

Hurricane Milton: What You Need to Know as It Heads to Florida

October 10, 2024

Hurricane Milton is a powerful storm heading towards Florida's west coast, expected to hit on Wednesday night. The hurricane has been fluctuating between Category 4 and 5, but the main concern is its strength and the storm surge, flooding, and high winds it will bring. Make sure you're prepared by c

environment

The Unexpected Flooding in North Carolina's Mountains

October 7, 2024

Imagine you live in a town tucked away in the mountains of North Carolina, far from any coast. You might think you’re safe from hurricanes, right? Well, think again. This is exactly what happened when Hurricane Helene hit Florida and then sent its leftover rain straight to North Carolina. It al

politics

Rep. Greene's Weather Claims Ignite Online Storm

October 6, 2024

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Georgia Republican congresswoman, has sparked controversy online with her claims about weather control. On Thursday evening, she tweeted that Democrats can manipulate the weather, saying it’s "ridiculous" to deny this possibility. Her statements follow Hurricane Helene's pa

environment

Life in Asheville After Hurricane Helene: Hope and Unity Amidst Challenges

October 2, 2024

Hurricane Helene left North Carolina, particularly Asheville, dealing with some tough times. Roads are damaged and basic services like electricity and water are disrupted. The Moxy Hotel is stepping up by offering locals Wi-Fi to keep in touch with their loved ones. Meanwhile, folks in Georgia’s Aug