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The six states in Hurricane Helene’s path are still reeling from its impacts weeks after its landfall on Thursday night, 26 September, along Florida’s Big Bend coast. The storm then headed north through Georgia, passing through the South and southeastern parts of North Carolina before turning slightly northwest to Tennessee and Kentucky. Death tolls as of the time of writing are close to 227 as the recovery of bodies continued more than a week after the monster storm ravaged six Southeast states. Helene is the deadliest and most damaging hurricane to hit the US mainland since Katrina in 2005. Among the six states, North Carolina, particularly the city of Asheville in the western mountains of North Carolina, stands out as the hardest hit, with half the number of victims coming from the area. Hurricane Helene carved more than 500 miles of destruction across the Southeast. Parts of western North Carolina – homes, roads, and bridges were wiped off by the surging waters barreling down from the Appalachian Mountains. The water has liquified slopes and some places into devastating mudslides that wiped out entire communities and eventually ended up in rivers that have expanded tremendously (Zerkel, 2024). #ClimateAdaptation #ClimateResilience #DisasterManagement #USA #helene2024 https://lnkd.in/gPW9Tk3n

Could US be on track for record number of billion-dollar disasters in 2024? The country faced a relentless barrage of extreme weather events during July, but only one rose to the level of a billion-dollar disaster. Hurricane Beryl caused $6 billion in damage across the southern U.S., making it the costliest disaster of the entire year so far. Hurricane Beryl became the earliest Category 5 hurricane on record in the Atlantic basin and caused significant damage around the Houston, Texas, metro area. 19 billion-dollar weather events have impacted the country in 2024, marking the second-highest total for the first seven months of any year and falling behind 2023’s rate. #billiondollardisaster #hurricaneberyl #USdisasters

🌪 Hurricane Preparedness in Hawai'i 🌪 With the increasing threat of severe weather, it's crucial to ask: Is Hawai'i ready for the next big hurricane? Sustainability Partners' Noel Morin dives into this important topic in his latest article for Civil Beat, exploring the steps needed to strengthen our infrastructure and improve community resilience. At SP, we're committed to developing sustainable solutions that protect our communities and prepare them for whatever nature brings. Check out Noel's insightful piece to learn more about how we can work together to ensure Hawai'i is hurricane-ready. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gJdBRn23

As Hurricanes Helene and Milton remind us of the growing risks posed by extreme weather, it's clear that businesses must prioritize the safety and well-being of their employees. The National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health is committed to helping employers prepare for these challenges. The Health Action Alliance has outlined practical steps to support teams in the wake of these storms, offering companies a path to adapt to the new climate reality while showing compassion and flexibility. Learn ways you can support workers impacted here: https://lnkd.in/g8rf6nHx #ClimateWorkforceHealth

📢 Dr. Sam Penta was recently featured in Spectrum News, discussing the growing concerns about FEMA’s funding during this year's hurricane season. With the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, this topic is more relevant than ever. Read her full insights here: https://lnkd.in/e244pEPM #FEMA #EmergencyPreparedness #DisasterResponse #HurricaneSeason #ClimateChange #DrSamanthaPenta

Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1st, and weather experts are predicting an above-normal 2024 hurricane season for the southeast, including potential impacts to South Carolina. The tropics could be slow at the beginning of the season but will ramp up drastically throughout the summer. NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration is predicting as many as 25 named storms and 7 major hurricanes from June 1 through November 30. As we prepare for a very active hurricane season, the Red Cross and our partners throughout South Carolina are diligently readying our workforce, prepositioning supplies, and identifying shelter locations. Prepare for disasters in advance by putting together an emergency kit, making a plan with your family, and figuring out how you will stay informed when disaster strikes. Get ready now: https://lnkd.in/eBxx--5G

🌪️ Rising hurricane costs are straining U.S. finances. Learn why aligning development with disaster risks is crucial for better budgeting and response. 👉 Read more #BethanyBeach #Dover #Newark

Chilling disaster simulation predicted devastation Category 5 hurricane would bring to Tampa over a decade before Milton The hypothetical doomsday simulation predicted almost post-apocalyptic scenes years ago for a category 5 storm like Milton https://lnkd.in/dYPwsb4i #crisismanagement #crisispreparation #disasterresponse #businesscontinuity #resilience #Milton

Hurricane Ernesto's Impact on Bermuda🌪️ Once again, we can see the devastating consequences of a climate-fueled extreme event. Hurricane Ernesto has wreaked havoc on the island, affecting essential power utility infrastructure. ⛔ The winds have knocked out power thousands of Bermuda's, according to BELCO, the local utility company. 🚧 The need for climate action and resilient infrastructure development is unmissable. We must invest in solutions that can withstand the increasing intensity and frequency of these natural disasters.🧠💪🏼 Take the repath! 🌎🚀 #ClimateChange #HurricaneErnesto #Infrastructure #Energy

Hurricane Helene's devastating aftermath is causing extreme flooding and severe weather across the Southeastern United States, leading to tragic fatalities in states including Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia. The storm's destruction has placed it among the top ten worst storms to ever impact the mainland U.S. As communities struggle to recover, the urgency for aid and support grows. The scale of damage highlights the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters in the region. Local and federal response efforts are crucial in addressing the immediate needs of affected populations. Read full news at https://lnkd.in/dM4mi83C #HurricaneHelene #SevereWeather #Flooding #NaturalDisaster #SoutheastUS #EmergencyResponse #ClimateCrisis #DisasterRelief #CommunitySupport #WeatherAlert #FloodingDisaster #StormDamage #WeatherNews #PublicSafety #TropicalStorm #ClimateChange #USWeather #StateOfEmergency #SupportLocal #HumanitarianAid