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Published on May 6, 2025

South Carolina faces drought: All 46 counties affected, relief forecasted in May

South Carolina officials reveal all 46 counties are under drought conditions, with coastal areas affected most severely. COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) released public information Friday, May 2, 2025, in …

Source: WLTX 19 - South Carolina - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

International News Briefs for Friday, May 9, 2025

HAVANA TIMES – Here are some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Friday, May 9, 2025. Pope Leo XIV, First U.S. Pontiff, Has Criticized Trump Admin for Mistreatment of Immigrants May 09, 2025 At the Vatican, a conclave of …

Source: Havana Times - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

How states can build disaster-ready budgets

Overview Policymakers at every level of government are grappling with the rising costs of storms, floods, wildfires, and other natural disasters and how best to aid affected communities. As disasters have grown in frequency and severity, so too has the …

Source: PreventionWeb - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Local Nonprofit Helps Ocean County Wildfire Victims

OCEAN COUNTY – The Jones Road fire garnered national attention. Firefighting companies and relief agencies came from all over. For one responder, it was much closer to home. Four years ago Mark Haug created the nonprofit Hold On, I’m Coming. He loads a …

Source: Jersey Shore Online - New Jersey - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Fire debris prompts calls for air testing near landfill

WASTE HAULERS—Increased truck traffic from the disposal of debris primarily from fires in Los Angeles County have residents of Simi Valley and Moorpark concerned. MICHELE WILLER-ALLRED/Acorn Newspapers A growing coalition of residents, scientists and …

Source: Camarillo Acorn - California - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 5.7.25

Good Wednesday morning. U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds’ gubernatorial campaign just launched its “Businesswomen for Byron” coalition. Erika Donalds, founder and Chair of Optima and the Congressman’s wife, will serve as the coalition’s honorary Chair. Byron …

Source: Florida Politics - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Skipping the Red Tape? Florida’s New Insurance Bill Explained

Florida’s New Insurance Bill Could Change the Game for Agents and Homeowners Insurance can feel like a maze, especially when it comes to getting coverage for properties that insurers aren’t eager to touch. Well, Florida‘s got news for you. House Bill 1549, …

Source: Live Insurance News - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Firefighters hold Black Swamp Fire at 950 acres, 70% contained in Croatan National Forest

Firefighters' containment efforts continue with the Black Swamp Fire in Croatan National Forest, with 70% containment at 950 acres. The USDA Forest Service is working with state and federal agencies, including the North Carolina Forest Service, U.S. …

Source: WCTI - North Carolina - Center-right
Published on May 7, 2025

Florida weather: State smashed by more severe storms with ping pong-sized hail amid relentless rain

Around 16 million Florida residents are currently living in drought conditions, with levels reaching extreme in some regions, but that could be set to change amid a major shift in the weather pattern. Over the weekend, much of Florida was drenched as a wet …

Source: Irish Star - Center-left
Published on May 9, 2025

Will Trump dismantle FEMA? Funds frozen, acting director fired, what to know

President Trump has proposed abolishing FEMA and distributing funds directly to states for disaster response. FEMA's acting director, Cameron Hamilton, was fired after opposing the agency's elimination, and his replacement, David Richardson, has …

Source: Leesburg Daily Commercial - Florida - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Losing Medals in LA Wildfires, Olympic Gold Medalist Gets Candid About Receiving Them in an Iconic Manner

The New Year brought anything but celebration for thousands of California residents. As the LA wildfires tore through communities with relentless force. Among the hardest-hit areas was Pacific Palisades, where more than 35,000 acres were scorched and over …

Source: Essentially Sports - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

First Thing: Robert Francis Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV as cardinals elect first US pontiff

Good morning. Robert Francis Prevost, the first US cleric to lead the Roman Catholic church, has said “evil will not prevail” as he addressed a crowd of 100,000 pilgrims and tourists in his first speech as Pope Leo XIV from the central balcony of St Peter’ …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 6, 2025

State partners with insurance industry to help Oregon homeowners with wildfire prevention

Published 6:26 am Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Oregon’s State Fire Marshal is collaborating with a nonprofit backed by the insurance industry to help Oregonians protect their homes from burning and keep their premiums from rising. State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz- …

Source: The Bulletin - Oregon - Pending
Published on May 6, 2025

IOC replaces Olympic great Gary Hall Jr's 10 medals that were destroyed in Los Angeles wildfires

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Gary Hall Jr.’s Olympic medals were destroyed in the Los Angeles fires. On Monday, he was awarded 10 replica medals at …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on May 6, 2025

U.S. swimmer a ‘true Olympic champion’ for overcoming the loss of his home, medals in LA wildfires

Olympic medals are usually awarded one at a time. But U.S. swimmer Gary Hall received 10 during an emotional special ceremony at the International Olympic Committee’s headquarters in Switzerland. His haul was to replace the medals won over three Summer …

Source: Deseret News - Utah - Pending
Published on May 6, 2025

Gary Hall Jr.’s 10 Olympic medals burned in LA wildfires replaced

Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. had earned 10 medals across three Olympic games, but they all were destroyed when wildfires burned across Los Angeles earlier this year. Hall was renting a home in Pacific Palisades, but it burned to the ground, along with the …

Source: WSOC 9 - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Polk County fire crews work to keep wildfires from spreading

LAKELAND, Fla. — Fire crews are working to keep wildfires under control across Polk County amid a countywide burn ban. What You Need To Know Polk County is under a countywide burn ban as fire crews respond to a growing number of wildfires Local business …

Source: Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Sig Sauer hires Cox

With Daniel Lippman, Alex Guillen HIRED GUNS: Sig Sauer has added the gun lobby’s former top lobbyist to its lineup of outside firms. The German handgun maker and defense manufacturer retained Capitol 6 Advisors, the firm started by Chris Cox after …

Source: Politico - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

MONDAY NIGHT: Boiling Spring Lakes Mayor shares update on wildfire

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A wildfire that started Friday in Brunswick County is still burning. The Boiling Spring Lakes wildfire has now spread to over 1,360 acres of land and is roughly 10% contained, according to officials. While the conditions have …

Source: WECT TV6 - North Carolina - Pending

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:14 GMT

Open Hearts Foundation Awards $30,000 in Wildfire Relief Grants

Supporting Displaced Families and Chronically Ill Patients in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles County, Open Hearts Foundation awarded $30 …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

California launches new AI-powered chatbot that provides wildfire resources in 70 languages

Whether looking for home hardening strategies, defensible space guidance, or the latest on wildfire incidents over 10 acres across the state, users now have a simpler, more accessible way to get the answers they need—any time, day or night. “In an era of …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 03:42 GMT

Modular home delivery for wildfire survivors to continue this week

Posted on May 8, 2025 in Highways News, Main, News KAHULUI, Hawai‘i – The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) notifies highway users that modular homes for wildfire survivors will again be transported from Kahului to the Federal Emergency …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 02:05 GMT

Modular home delivery for wildfire survivors to continue this week

Posted on May 8, 2025 in Highways News, Main, News KAHULUI, Hawai‘i – The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) notifies highway users that modular homes for wildfire survivors will again be transported from Kahului to the Federal Emergency …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 01:51 GMT

SPSA Fire Ban Issued to Prevent Further Human Caused Wildfires

CANADA, May 9 - Released on May 8, 2025 Due to current conditions, high fire activity and the extreme fire risk in the province, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has issued a provincial fire ban effective at 5 p.m. on May 8, 2025. The ban …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 18:10 GMT

FHLBank San Francisco and Local Financial Institutions Deliver Nearly $4 Million for Wildfire Relief and Recovery in ...

SAN FRANCISCO, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In partnership with 41-member financial institutions, the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) has delivered over $3.9 million in critical funding to support communities impacted by …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 16:23 GMT

Don’t let a wildfire become a life‐altering event (published May 8, 2025)

As Minnesota experiences an active spring wildfire season, with 475 wildfires reported since April 1, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging the public to take wildfire dangers seriously. If you see a wildfire, do not attempt to fight it …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 16:08 GMT

B.C. ranchers, farmers urged to protect livestock as wildfire risk increases

CANADA, May 8 - With wildfire season fast approaching, B.C. ranchers and farmers are encouraged to register the location of their livestock to protect their animals during emergencies. “Ranchers and farmers are deeply committed to the well-being of their …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:14 GMT

Open Hearts Foundation Awards $30,000 in Wildfire Relief Grants

Supporting Displaced Families and Chronically Ill Patients in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles County, Open Hearts Foundation awarded $30 …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:39 GMT

Addressing the Rise of Mold Biotoxin Illnesses Amid Extreme Weather: A Metabolic Approach to Healing

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), a debilitating condition often triggered by mold exposure, affects millions of Americans—many of whom remain undiagnosed. With …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 18:42 GMT

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) CONFERENCE & EXPO WILL RETURN TO MANDALAY BAY CONVENTION CENTER, JUNE 16-18

The premier event for fire & life safety professionals to address today’s leading issues, challenges and trends LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Fire Protection® (NFPA®) annual Conference & Expo …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

FEMA May Assist With Disaster Affected Wells and Septic Systems in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners in disaster-declared counties whose wells or septic systems were damaged by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for financial help from FEMA. Septic systems …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

FEMA May Assist With Disaster Affected Wells and Septic Systems in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners in disaster-declared counties whose wells or septic systems were damaged by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for financial help from FEMA. Septic systems …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Latimer County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Latimer County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

Apply with FEMA Even If You Have Insurance

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky residents who were affected by the April 2 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for disaster assistance even if you have insurance. Under federal law, FEMA cannot duplicate …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:29 GMT

Prescribed Burning Supports Community Risk Reduction Across Louisiana Landscapes

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As wildfire risks rise across many Southern landscapes, prescribed burning has emerged as a critical land management tool for reducing combustible vegetation, restoring ecological …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:27 GMT

Gulf 52 Addresses Critical Need for Effective Evacuation Routes in Densely Populated Regions

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As urban centers across South Louisiana and the Gulf Coast continue to grow, the challenge of executing efficient evacuation strategies during emergencies has become increasingly …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

Kimberly’s Canine Care Partners with spcaLA to Support Wildfire Relief Efforts for Displaced Animals

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Southern California, Kimberly’s Canine Care, an online pet parent apparel shop known for its stylish products and commitment to …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 22:42 GMT

Norwall PowerSystems Announces Generac's New 28kW Generator

The New Generac 28kW Generator is just months away. Entire line gets a makeover: new cabinets, engine improvements, Mobile link, controller, and transfer switch LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Norwall …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 02:38 GMT

Los granjeros y trabajadores agrícolas pueden ser elegibles para recibir asistencia de FEMA

FRANKFORT, Kentucky —Los granjeros y peones agrícolas de Kentucky cuyas herramientas o equipos fueron dañados por las tormentas severas, vientos directos, tornados, deslizamientos de tierra y de lodo ocurridos en febrero y abril pueden ser elegibles para …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 02:38 GMT

Displacement Assistance

Displacement Assistance helps survivors who can’t return to their home following a disaster by giving them up-front money to help with immediate housing needs. What is Displacement Assistance? Displacement Assistance is money you can use to stay in a …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Eastern Tennessee Communities Awarded $2 Million for Helene Costs

The state of Tennessee and FEMA have awarded nearly $2 million for emergency and permanent work to repair bridges, restore utilities, remove debris and take measures to protect 14 Eastern Tennessee counties affected by Tropical Storm Helene. The major …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Wyoming County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) closing permanently Friday, May 9

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in Wyoming County is closing permanently Friday, May 9, 2025, at 6 p.m. The center is located at: Wyoming County Disaster Recovery Center Wyoming Court House 24 Main Ave Pineville, WV …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

Jase Adds 5 Essential Meds to Its Case Becoming the First Medication Supply Company With This Comprehensive Coverage

Jase, the leader in emergency preparedness and personal medical supply kits, has officially upgraded its flagship product—the Jase Case. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase, the leader in emergency …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

Ashley Paul Releases Heartfelt New Mother’s Day Anthem 'Mother’s and Daughters'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ashley Paul releases a deeply emotional and soul-baring new single just in time for Mother’s Day, titled “Mothers and Daughters.” The song was written …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 01:48 GMT

FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available

LOS ANGELES – If you received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while working toward your permanent housing goals, we encourage you to stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA) may be available …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Georgia Survivors Have Received More Than $549 Million for Helene Recovery

As of May 5, more than $549 million in federal assistance and low-interest loans has gone out to Hurricane Helene survivors in Georgia Eight months after the devastating storm, families and individuals have received money for basic repairs to their homes, …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:16 GMT

FEMA Encourages Eligible Kentucky Disaster Survivors of April Storms To Apply for Programs Before the Assistance ...

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA is encouraging eligible Kentucky disaster survivors to apply for assistance programs including Child Care, Serious Needs Assistance and Displacement Assistance before the June 25 deadline. Do not miss out on assistance that may be …

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