Disaster

South Florida Guide To Hurricane Terms

When tropical weather starts to threaten, weather forecasts are filled with new terms and ideas that can be confusing especially to people new to South Florida and tropical weather. These terms should help de-mystify hurricane season, and help you to feel a bit more confident as we face the season of storms.

CBS Miami–2013/04/30

The crew of Space Shuttle Columbia's mission STS-107 take a break from their training regime to pose for the traditional crew portrait. Seated in front are astronauts Rick D. Husband (L), mission commander; Kalpana Chawla, mission specialist; and William C. McCool, pilot. Standing are (L to R) astronauts David M. Brown, Laurel B. Clark, and Michael P. Anderson, all mission specialists; and Ilan Ramon, payload specialist representing the Israeli Space Agency. The Space Shuttle Columbia broke up over Texas during re-entry on February 1, 2003. (Photo by NASA/Getty Images)

NASA To Mark 10th Anniversary Of Columbia Disaster

It’s been a decade since seven astronauts aboard the space shuttle Columbia died in a fiery disaster over the state of Texas. NASA will honor those seven astronauts Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of the disaster.

CBS Miami–2013/02/01

Sandy Leaves Path Of Devastation

Superstorm Sandy has left a massive path of destruction across several states, including hard hit New Jersey.

CBS4–2012/10/30

Florida Crews Sent North To Assist Hurricane Sandy Victims

As the gusty winds and harsh rains of Hurricane Sandy pound the northeastern United States; Florida rescue crews have made their way to the area to lend a helping hand to those who will be affected by Hurricane Sandy.

CBS Miami–2012/10/29

Wind and rain during Tropical Storm Isaac in Marathon on Sunday, August 26, 2012. (Source: CBS4)

Obama Declares 11 Fla. Counties Disaster Areas

President Obama has declared 11 Florida counties a disaster area for damage sustained during Tropical Storm Isaac including Monroe County in South Florida.

CBS4–2012/10/19

Red Cross: “We’re Ready To Help”

The Red Cross said it is ready to aid Florida residents affected by Isaac.

CBS Miami–2012/08/25

(Photo Credit: CBS4) A Sunrise home suffered severe damage due to a tornado on Tuesday, October 18th, 2011.

SBA Loans Offered For South Fla. Tornado Victims

There is some good news for South Florida residents whose homes were destroyed or damaged by a recent tornado that a left a trail of destruction in Sunrise and Plantation.

CBS4–2011/10/28

South Florida Guide To Hurricane Terms

When tropical weather starts to threaten, the weather forecasts are filled with new terms and ideas that could be confusion, especially to people new to South Florida and tropical weather. These terms should help de-mystify hurricane season, and help you to feel a bit more confident as we face the season of storms.

CBS4–2011/06/21

Guide To Preparing Your Pets For A Storm

Your pets are members of your family. Don’t leave them out of your hurricane plans.

CBS4–2011/06/21

GOP Threatens Disaster Victims

As Floridians prepare to face the 2011 Atlantic Hurricane season, the Republican-led House of Representatives has a message for victims of disasters: you may be out of luck if you want government assistance.

CBS Miami–2011/05/29

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