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| House Panel Approves Disaster Funds for FEMA Wall Street Journal FEMA currently has about $2.4 billion remaining in its disaster-relief account, but an official at the agency said it was too early to gauge the final costs stemming from historic flooding in the Mississippi basin and tornadoes. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| A Nuclear Disaster Agency for the World Bloomberg By the Editors Tue May 24 23:54:45 GMT 2011 Comments The Fukushima nuclear plant disaster keeps bringing new bulletins of unexpected trouble, including the disclosure this week by Tokyo Electric Power Co. that three reactors suffered fuel meltdowns in ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Tips to prepare for disasters Salisbury Post Here are legal tips so that families and businesses can prepare now to help cope after a disaster. Important papers should be kept safe, accessible and scanned electronically if at all possible. Think beyond birth certificates and Social Security cards ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| EDF Keeps Focus on Nuclear After Fukushima Disaster, CEO Says Bloomberg By Tara Patel - Tue May 24 15:41:59 GMT 2011 Electricite de France SA, Europe's biggest power producer, will focus development on nuclear energy even after the disaster in Japan threatens to delay new projects and tighten safety rules. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Capital City responds to Joplin disaster Jefferson City News Tribune Below is just a sampling of the local groups and people who are responding to the disaster. See the bottom of this article for additional information about drop off locations, listed under "How You Can Help." The Capital Area Chapter of the American ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Dumanis says inmate reduction plan could be "recipe for disaster" San Diego Union Tribune State officials quickly vowed to comply, but San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis called their solution "a public safety recipe for disaster." Gov. Jerry Brown wants to house low-level offenders and parole violators in county jails instead ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Joplin disaster relief workers cry out for rain to stop BP News Patterson said disaster relief assessment crews are staging to move in as soon as the city gives the go-ahead. A DR incident command center was set up May 23 at the Baptist Student Union of Missouri Southern State University and a meeting took place ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Ill. seeks disaster status for 14 flooded counties Chicago Tribune AP Illinois is asking the federal government to grant disaster status to 14 counties hit by flooding. The counties are Alexander, Franklin, Gallatin, Hardin, Jackson, Lawrence, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Randolph, Saline, White and Williamson. Gov. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| The Quiet Disaster – Gold Reacts to the Ongoing Debt Crisis International Business Times As several rating agencies have already expressed concerns about America's ability to meet its obligations, is there a possibility that these same disasters could start to unravel right here at home? Only time will tell. That said, if the US ever comes ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Japan's exports drop 12.5 percent in April, showing effects 1 month after ... Washington Post By AP, TOKYO — Japan's exports in April fell 12.5 percent from a year earlier, showing the effects of the earthquake and tsunami on March 11. The finance ministry said Wednesday exports declined to 5.16 trillion yen ($62.8 billion) last month. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Recommended: Disaster-proof homes that don't suck msnbc.com Build Change is working with local communities in disaster prone regions of the world to build culturally-acceptable homes that can stand up to the violent shaking of earthquakes and hurricane-force winds. This disaster-resistant home was built in ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| SBA Recognizes Pennsylvanians For Outstanding Disaster Recovery Efforts istockAnalyst.com (press release) May 24, 2011 (Business Wire) -- The US Small Business Administration's Field Operations Center – East (FOCE) provides federal disaster assistance to homeowners, renters and businesses of all sizes in the eastern half of the country. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Tucson-based World Care dealing with disaster and donor fatigue KOLD-TV We caught up with Hopper Tuesday as she packed her bags once again, heading to a disaster area. After 20 years, Hopper and World Care know how to be ready to go at a moment's notice. "We've already got our sites. We're going to be going into a high ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| After Tornadoes, Rural Disaster Area Faces Relief Challenges Huffington Post Ms. Giles (left) delivers donated supplies to survivors of the 2011 tornado disaster in Tishabee, Alabama. Ms. Giles works for the Federation of Southern Cooperatives to coordinate a local farmer's market, and manages accounting for the Federation's ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| How To Avoid A Wintel Mobility Disaster Of Your Own InformationWeek Microsoft and Intel have a compatibility mess on their hands. Make certain you don't, too. By Art Wittmann InformationWeek This week saw a dust-up between Microsoft and Intel about claims for application compatibility on smartphones running Windows on ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Laundry units boost morale after disasters BP News For one contingent of Southern Baptist Disaster Relief, however, it's a ministry. "After a good, hot shower, there's nothing like having clean clothes to put on for the next day, especially when you've been working three or four days in the hot sun," ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Obama Eyes Disaster At Home While Traveling Abroad NPR Barry Scanlon of the crisis management consulting firm Witt Associates says there's really only so much a president can do immediately after a disaster. Scanlon, who was a senior FEMA official under President Clinton, says a presidential visit could ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Liberty Media CEO Lauds Recovery of QVC Japan After Natural Disaster Hollywood Reporter The network, whose offices were closed for about a week after the natural disaster and whose studio power grid had to be fixed and reactivated, was back on the air after 12 days, he explained. The TV operation was hurt less and is recovering "more ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
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| Nadal averts disaster, Murray wins Hindustan Times Rafael Nadal escaped one of the biggest upsets in tennis history after fighting back from a set down to beat America's John Isner 6-4, 6-7 (2/7), 6-7 (2/7), 6-2, 6-4 at the French Open on Tuesday. The defending champion, bidding for a record-equalling ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
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| Before disaster strikes, safeguard financial records CBS42 BIRMINGHAM — After severe spring storms and with the Atlantic hurricane season beginning June 1st, the Internal Revenue Service encourages individuals and businesses to safeguard their financial records before disaster strikes. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| FEMA: Arkansas Help Wanted KATV FEMA spokesperson Robert Howard said, "The Arkansas economy is also affected by this disaster. So, by hiring local people we help put money back into the economy." He continued to say local hires benefit the National agency as they know the area. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Where is God (and the Mormon church) in a natural disaster? Washington Post (blog) It's not easy to find anything good in disasters that rip lives apart or destroy them completely. But for those of us who aren't directly affected, disasters provide unmistakable opportunities to reach out to those in need. In recent years it's been ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| As disasters continue, Danville group keeps help rolling GoDanRiver.com Randy Johnson, founder and executive director of the disaster relief organization, said a team of 10 will leave Danville on Wednesday morning, heading for Joplin, Mo., where a tornado flattened a half-mile swath through the city Sunday night. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Illinois governor requests disaster declaration for southern counties Evansville Courier & Press Pat Quinn on Tuesday asked President Obama to declare 14 Southern Illinois counties major disaster areas in the wake of recent flooding. The declaration was requested for these counties: Alexander, Franklin, Gallatin, Hardin, Jackson, Lawrence, Massac, ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
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| ExaGrid Pushes Backup And Disaster Recovery Appliances To 13 Terabytes NetworkComputing.com ExaGrid Systems Inc., which makes a disk-based backup and disaster recovery appliance that includes deduplication and replication functionality, has announced a 13-terabyte model, the EX13000E. Because users can use them to build grids of up to 10 ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Not all natural disasters are preventable Global Times Natural disasters periodically make headlines in China. This time, the severe drought along the Yangtze River has dominated the news. On top of this, as summer approaches, floods are to be expected. A natural disaster provides a chance to reflect on ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| 13 WTHRHospitals stay prepared for potential disasters WTHR Entertainment News from AP INDIANAPOLIS - Hospitals in Indianapolis are prepared if a disaster strikes like the tornado that devastated Joplin, Missouri. Four people died inside Joplin's St. John's Hospital when it took a direct hit from Sunday's ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Survivors of Joplin disaster recall narrow escapes Seattle Post Intelligencer AP, Jeff Pyles surveys the damage to his home in Joplin, Mo., Monday, May 23, 2011after it was leveled by a tornado that destroyed nearly 30 percent of the town on Sunday afternoon. The twister cut a six-mile path through the city. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Missouri AG Koster warns against disaster-relief scams Bizjournals.com Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster issued a warning Tuesday about disaster-relief scams in the aftermath of the tornado that devastated Joplin on Sunday. "Unfortunately, there are people who see opportunity in disaster," Koster said. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| FEMA to Open Recovery Center in Joplin MO Tomorrow OzarksFirst.com (Columbia, MO) -- Federal authorities said today that FEMA will open a mobile Federal/State Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Jasper County at 9 am tomorrow, May 25, 2011. The specially equipped motor home will be located at the First United Methodist ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Macy's, Inc. Contributes to Tornado, Flood Disaster Relief EON: Enhanced Online News (press release) CINCINNATI--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced a $100000 cash contribution to the American Red Cross disaster relief fund to assist victims of tornados and floods this spring in Missouri, Alabama, Louisiana and other ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Tulsa churches responding to Joplin disaster Tulsa World By BILL SHERMAN World Religion Writer Several Tulsa churches sent teams to Joplin, Mo., on Tuesday to help victims of Sunday night's devastating tornado. "We've got 35 people up there right now assigned to a National Guard search-and-rescue operation," ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| DR EDITING: VA Announces Disaster Assistance After Tornado Outbreaks Air Force Link 5/24/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Officials from the Department of Veterans Affairs announced May 17 that special disaster assistance may be available to veterans with VA-guaranteed home loans who have been affected by recent tornados. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Shocker! Author Of Sarah Palin Expose Claims Her Presidency Would Be 'Disaster ... Mediaite.com When asked what he thought about the possibility of Palin running for President, Bailey didn't attempt to sugarcoat it (or maybe with him, this is sugarcoating): "I believe it would be a disaster for the country. We need leaders who are going to be ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Vice President Joe Biden should meet with Louisiana officials on disaster ... NOLA.com By Editorial page staff, The Times-Picayune Officials in parishes across metro New Orleans and other parts of South Louisiana are seeking a meeting with Vice President Joe Biden and FEMA to discuss forgiveness of emergency disaster loans made after the ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Citizens urged to take disaster response course Nebraska City News Press By Dan Swanson Otoe County Emergency Management Agency is sponsoring specialized training in June to equip citizens with skills and knowledge needed not only to survive a disaster but help others in their community. Steve Cody, chief deputy director, ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Clinton County hopes for disaster declaration WCAX New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has not yet decided whether he will declare Clinton County a disaster area. The declaration would make the county eligible for federal relief to clean up from the flooding this spring. More than 500 buildings along Lake ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
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| Disaster drill held at Ford Airport WOOD-TV (WOOD) - Once every three years, the FAA requires regulated airports to hold full-scale disaster drills to make sure local crews are ready for an air emergency. Tuesday was the day for Ford International Airport's drill. ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
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| Joplin sets up checkpoints; sets a 9pm curfew KOAM-TV The City of Joplin will begin issuing permits to workers and residents needing to enter the disaster area in a vehicle beginning Wednesday morning at 5:30 am. Walk-ins will not need permits. For those workers and residents already within the disaster ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| United Way sets up disaster relief fund Emporia Gazette Disasters such as these require the services of many organizations, especially for on-going assistance in the future. This United Way fund will provide a vehicle for that help. The fund will be administered by United Way with no administration charge; ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| LCMS Disaster Response Leaders Head to Joplin, Mo. DigitalJournal.com (press release) Glenn F. Merritt, director of disaster response, and Rev. Carlos Hernandez, director of districts and congregations, both with LCMS World Relief and Human Care (WR-HC), the mercy arm of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, head to Joplin, Mo., ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Preparing for Hurricanes...and Zombies Patch.com By Mary Ann Barton | Email the author | 9:00am Hurricane Isabel, pictured here, was the worst disaster in Virginia's history, with 1.8 million without power and $2 billion in damage. Hurricane season gets here on June 1st and lasts through early fall. ... See all stories on this topic » |
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