Eruption of Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano boosts Big Island tourism during slow season
The eruption of Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano has boosted tourism for the Big Island as thousands flock to see the world's largest active volcano in action for the first time in 38 years.
Tropical Depression Nicole: Thousands of Florida residents still without power
Tens of thousands of Florida residents were left without power early Friday following the deadly impacts of the northward-bound Tropical Depression Nicole.
Nicole aftermath: Florida airports announce reopening plans
Following the severe weather impacts of the deadly Tropical Depression Nicole, Florida airports have begun to resume service. Some were damaged in the storm.
Tropical Storm Nicole: Over 2K Florida flights disrupted
Droves of flights have been disrupted and some airports have shut down operations temporarily as Tropical Storm Nicole wreaks havoc on Florida and stretches up the coast.
Nicole leaves over 330K Florida customers without power
Tropical Storm Nicole knocked out power for more than 330,000 Florida customers on Thursday morning after making landfall as a Category 1 hurricane near Vero Beach.
Video shows terrifying scenes from South American nightmare flight
Video shows terrifying scenes from a South American LATAM flight rocked by a severe storm. The plane made an emergency landing after sustaining damage.
Threat of diesel shortage looms as reserves dwindle
White House officials say they are watching diesel inventories closely following a report that reserves have been depleted to a low not seen since 2008.
Europe, once fearing gas rationing this winter, has a glut
Conservation and recent unseasonably warm weather have eased fuel supply concerns in the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine
Mississippi River drought hits record level, revives supply chain concerns: report
Severe heat in the summer has created a nationwide drought, which has dried up 1,200 wells in California and a number of major rivers that feed into the Mississippi River.
Florida agriculture losses from Hurricane Ian could total $1.56B
A preliminary University of Florida report has estimated that losses to the Florida agriculture industry following Hurricane Ian are as high as $1.56 billion.
Cold snap is here: How to keep home heating costs down
Americans are already being told to take steps to better manage their home heating costs this winter as officials project an across the board increase in fuel prices
Florida coastal living reshaped by hurricane housing codes
Florida’s building code has long been one of the strictest in the U.S. The code is updated every three years and establishes a minimum standard that local governments must adhere to.
Florida orange production down 32% from last season, USDA says
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that orange production in Florida has fallen by 32% from last season, with an all-orange forecast of 28 million boxes.
Wet spring, summer drought limiting apple production in the northwest
Two straight summers of high temperatures and drought have put a dent in Washington State's apple supply this year. Some farmers are raising prices to offset lower production.
Florida CEO in storm of controversy after telling staff to report to office as Hurricane Ian approached land
PostcardMania CEO Joy Mendusa found herself in a storm of controversy after she encouraged employees to come to work even as Hurricane Ian barreled toward the Florida coast.
Disasters like Ian pose extra risk for fragile older people
Loss of power in places affected by natural disasters are increasing concerns for the elderly and for those with limited mobility and chronic health conditions.
Hurricane Ian uninsured, insured damages estimated between $41-70B
A new report found estimated insured and uninsured damages in Florida and impacted states following Hurricane Ian total between $41 billion and $70 billion.
Battling fires from water-damaged EVs 'ties up resources' in Hurricane Ian recovery, Florida fire dept says
North Collier Assistant Fire Chief James Hammond details the extra "allocation of resources" needed for putting out electric vehicle fires in the Hurricane Ian aftermath.
Fort Myers small businesses face ‘a lot of work to be done’ after Hurricane Ian: Restaurateur
Fort Myers Beach restaurateur Franco Russo says "a lot of cleanup" and damage after Hurricane Ian could take small business owners two to five years to complete.
Hurricane Ian recovery efforts boost ProcureAM's FEMA ETF
The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF tracks a portfolio of about 60 companies engaged in recovering from natural disasters, such as hurricanes, wildfires, floods or earthquakes.