In Pakistan's Punjab region, a catastrophic flood has left a trail of destruction, impacting millions of lives and threatening the nation's economy. The deluge has submerged vast areas, washing away homes, farms, and livelihoods. Muhammad Amjad, a farmer, lost most of his land to the floodwaters, leaving him and his family in a desperate situation. The disaster has d...
California's weather forecasting system is in trouble. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are facing deep cuts. These cuts could make it harder to predict and respond to dangerous weather events, like fires and floods. The cuts are part of a broader plan to reduce the workforce by about 15%. This means fe...
In the heart of Kentucky, a small city faced a grim reality after a tornado's wrath. Sunday morning brought a stark contrast to the devastation. The sun shone brightly, and birds sang, creating a surreal scene in a city that looked like a war zone. The tornado had left a 16-mile trail of destruction through Laurel County. The county seat, London, bore the brunt o...
The winter season in Wisconsin usually brings a flurry of activity to the state's economy. However, recent warmer winters have left many businesses struggling. This shift in weather patterns has led to a push for a new law to help these businesses stay afloat. Businesses that depend on winter activities, like skiing and snowmobiling, have taken a hit. These activiti...
Kentucky is facing a big problem. Severe storms, strong winds, flooding, and landslides have been causing trouble since February 14, 2025. The President has stepped in and declared a state of emergency. This means that federal help is on the way to support the state and local efforts. The Department of Homeland Security and FEMA are now in charge. Their main goal is...
In the wake of tragedies in California and North Carolina, President Trump suggested something surprising. He wants to get rid of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and let states handle disasters directly. This wouldn't be the first time Trump's criticized FEMA. He's said it's too slow and bureaucratic. Instead of federal help flowing through FEMA, Trump...
Have you ever wondered what people talk about on social media during hurricanes? Instead of calling emergency hotlines, many people now turn to platforms like Twitter to share updates and seek help. The problem is, there's so much content that important messages can get lost. In the past, researchers used machine learning to find these relevant posts, but they needed...
President Trump is planning to visit North Carolina, a swing state hit by Hurricane Helene, and then California, where wildfires have wreaked havoc. This will be his first trip outside Washington after his inauguration. The main focus is on disaster relief and contrasting his leadership with Democrats. He aims to show that Democrats have mishandled recovery efforts a...
Actress Annette Bening, who chairs the Board of the Entertainment Community Fund, recently highlighted the Fund's crucial role in supporting industry professionals affected by the ongoing wildfires. Originally known as The Actors Fund, the organization has expanded its scope to assist a wide range of entertainment workers. Bening emphasized the Fund's ability to swif...
When wildfires hit Los Angeles in early 2025, many celebrities stepped up to help their community. The fires, which started around 10:30 a. m. on January 7, quickly spread, affecting areas like Pacific Palisades and Malibu. Celebrities who lost their homes, like Paris Hilton, didn't just sit back. Hilton started an emergency fund through her nonprofit, 11:11 Media Im...