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Mangroves tamper down waves, keeping shorelines from eroding. They are being chopped down faster than they can be replaced.
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Two climate scientists say the traditional five-category hurricane scale developed more than 50 years ago may no longer be enough. They propose a sixth category of storms.
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The National Hurricane Center says its new, experimental cone graphic will update an existing tool to convey wind hazards inland, not just along the coast.
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Hurricane season officially ends on November 30, however, recovery efforts are still underway. This year Hurricane Idalia caused an estimated $3-to-5-billion in losses when it crashed into the Big Bend at the end of August. Now, residents are looking to the legislature for more help during the upcoming session.
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A new app designed to provide updates on disaster supplies and educational resources in the wake of a natural disaster was released this week.
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Potential Tropical Cyclone #16 is expected to strengthen and likely become Tropical Storm Ophelia soon.
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The National Weather Service (NWS) is recognizing Deaf Awareness Week by releasing weather safety information for the deaf and hard of hearing.
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The National Weather Service offers hurricane and other weather preparedness videos in American Sign Language and with captions.
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After a natural disaster, a variety of resources become available through emergency declarations to aid in the cleanup process. FEMA financial assistance is just one of many ways to receive help after a weather event.
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The National Hurricane Center is highlighting an area off the Florida east coast for possible development later this week.