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Possible hurricane poses threat to NASA's Artemis moon launch plans

Posted on September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

NASA is pressing ahead toward another attempt to launch the Artemis 1 moon rocket on its leak-delayed maiden flight Tuesday while closely monitoring the track of a potential hurricane that could bring high winds and heavy rain to the Florida Space Coast, officials said Friday. In the meantime, the Space Force Eastern Range, which oversees all military and civilian launches from Florida, granted a request from NASA to waive a time-consuming inspection of the rocket’s…

American Red Cross expected to send hundreds to Puerto Rico amid Hurricane Fiona recovery

Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Ashley Brown / Houston Public Media The American Red Cross has sent 200 volunteers to Puerto Rico in response to Hurricane Fiona. The American Red Cross sent 200 volunteers to Puerto Rico to aid in recovery efforts after Hurricane Fiona hit the island. American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast CEO Charles Blake said his team is supporting the island’s government and operating shelters. “(We are also) conducting disaster assessments, and providing emergency relief supplies to…

A hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico next week? Forecasters warn of 'significant threat' to US

Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

“This is the most significant threat for the U.S. mainland we’ve had this hurricane season.” The system was located near the northeastern coast of South America on Thursday. The majority of computer forecast models curl the system northward into the Gulf of Mexico around the middle of next week. A developing tropical system could spin up into a hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico by the middle of next week, forecasters warned Thursday. “This is…

Hurricane Fiona devastates Puerto Rico’s power grid

Posted on September 21, 2022September 21, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Over the weekend, Puerto Rico was hit by the worst hurricane it has experienced since 2017. Hurricane Fiona sparked flash floods and severe landslides on the island, with some areas seeing over 30 inches of rain. At least one person has died since the storm made landfall. Thousands more were forced to flee to emergency shelters. The Category 1 storm caused a blackout that left over one million people without electricity. Power was restored for…

Tropical update: Tracking Hurricane Fiona, new tropical wave heading toward Caribbean

Posted on September 21, 2022September 21, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Invest 98L now has a 90% chance of development and could eventually threaten the Yucatan, Cuba and possibly the United States. HOUSTON — We are tracking four different spots out there, but that tropical wave east of the Caribbean with a 90% chance for development has our attention. This one has the potential to develop in the Caribbean Sea later this week. If it does indeed develop, it could eventually threaten the Yucatan, Cuba and…

Scam alert: How to help hurricane victims without getting ripped off

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The images of the devastation in Puerto Rico are heartbreaking and there are ways you can help. But do your research before you donate. HOUSTON — The damage from Hurricane Fiona has devastated Puerto Rico with flooding and widespread power outages. Grassroots organizations on the island are taking donations to help those without electricity and running water. “We are still in the zone of danger and not out and about,” said Dr. Michelle Carlo, Medical Advisor for…

BBB tips: How to help Hurricane Fiona victims and avoid getting scammed

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Tropical update: Tracking Hurricane Fiona and new tropical wave heading toward the Caribbean

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Invest 98L now has an 80% chance of development and could eventually threaten the Yucatan, Cuba and possibly even the United States. HOUSTON — We’re still near the peak of hurricane season, and the tropical Atlantic has gotten busy. We are currently tracking four different spots out there, but that tropical wave east of the Caribbean with an 80% chance for development has our attention. This one has the potential to develop in the Caribbean…

Here's how San Antonians can help Puerto Rico after Hurricane Fiona

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Hurricane Fiona hit the southwestern coast of Puerto Rico on Sunday, September 18, knocking out power, causing significant flooding and hindering access to drinking water across the island. President Joe Biden has declared an emergency situation in the wake of the storm, asking the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to begin the disaster relief process in Puerto Rico. To more directly impact residents navigating the storm, here is a…

Hurricane Fiona blasts Turks and Caicos Islands as a "life-threatening" Category 3 storm

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Hurricane Fiona blasted the Turks and Caicos Islands on Tuesday as a Category 3 storm after devastating Puerto Rico, where most people remained without electricity or running water. Hurricane conditions were slamming Grand Turk, the small British territory’s capital island, on Tuesday morning after the government imposed a curfew and urged people to flee flood-prone areas. The U.S. National Hurricane Center said parts of the Dominican Republic and Turks and Caicos would experience “life-threatening” flooding Tuesday. The…

Fiona becomes major hurricane as it nears Turks and Caicos Islands

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Fiona strengthened into a major hurricane as it barreled toward the Turks and Caicos Islands Tuesday, prompting the government of the British territory to impose a curfew. “Storms are unpredictable,” Premier Washington Misick said in a statement from London, where he was attending the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. “You must therefore take every precaution to ensure your safety.” Misick was scheduled to return home on Thursday. Fiona was centered about 20 miles southeast of…

How San Antonians from Puerto Rico cope with blackouts and destruction from Hurricane Fiona

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

More news coverage keep many from feeling completely in the dark. SAN ANTONIO — The impact of Hurricane Fiona is being felt here in San Antonio by loved ones trying to contact family in Puerto Rico, but many of them draw strength and hope from what they’ve been through before. According to the governor of Puerto Rico, it could be days before they restore power. “You feel powerless here, you want to do so much…

Houston nonprofit taking donations for Puerto Rico in Hurricane Fiona relief effort

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The hurricane damaged the power grid leaving 1.3 million people without power. “The damages that we are seeing are catastrophic,” Gov. Pedro Pierluisi said. HOUSTON — A Houston nonprofit with volunteers on the ground in Puerto Rico is organizing a relief effort after Hurricane Fiona left the island with flooding and widespread power outages. “The damages that we are seeing are catastrophic,” Gov. Pedro Pierluisi said. On Monday afternoon at the North Houston warehouse of…

North Texas residents impacted by floods are eligible for loans

Posted on September 19, 2022September 19, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The Small Business Association is aiding North Texas who were impacted by last month’s historic floods.

5 things to know today, including Hurricane Fiona hits Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic

Posted on September 19, 2022September 19, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

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