‘I can’t think straight’: Still buried beneath Helene’s debris, Floridians brace for Milton
Hundreds of thousands of residents are under evacuation orders as the state faces its second major hurricane in two weeks.
Month: October 2024
How did Hurricane Milton rapidly intensify, and what does climate change have to do with it?
As global temperatures and oceans continue to warm, the frequency of major hurricanes is projected to increase.
No beds, food or diapers — the storm has just begun for Florida’s children
In the coming days and weeks, Better Together will continue to help families impacted by Helene and Milton.
Project 2025 spells disaster for oceans and coasts in a changing climate
Project 2025 proposes draconian cuts to federal government services that benefit people and the ocean.
How Hurricane Milton exploded into an ‘extraordinary’ storm
Milton's wind speeds skyrocketed by 90 mph in 24 hours, one of the fastest intensification events ever witnessed in the ...
How Hurricane Helene became a deadly disaster across six states
Helene’s devastation is an important reminder that hurricanes can’t be judged by wind speed alone.
Electric vehicle helped power home when Helene knocked out electricity
The Kia EV6's Vehicle to Load capability provides a much-welcomed energy source during an extended power outage.
Harnessing the sun: MODS and FPL SolarNow illuminate the future of renewable energy
Florida’s position as a solar leader is showcased in exhibits at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale.
Milton grows to Category 5; emergency director ‘begs’ Tampa Bay to evacuate
The hurricane is expected to make landfall Wednesday.
Have electric cars peaked? Speed bumps, yes, but the long-term trajectory is intact
Seven percent of US car sales in 2023 were electric and that percentage will rise, just not as fast as ...
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