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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's recent claims that humans can control the weather have drawn sharp criticism from colleagues and experts alike. Following Hurricane Helene's devastation, Greene suggested government organizations, including NOAA, manipulate weather patterns, prompting backlash from fellow Republicans and climate scientists.
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Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, caused widespread destruction across Florida and the Southeast, resulting in over 198 reported deaths. The storm's inland flooding has raised concerns about evacuation protocols and building standards in affected areas, particularly in North Carolina.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Vice President Kamala Harris are in a public dispute over disaster response following Hurricane Helene and as Hurricane Milton approaches. DeSantis has reportedly refused Harris' calls, accusing her of politicizing the situation, while Harris criticizes him for neglecting the needs of Floridians during a crisis.
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Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm, later downgraded to a Category 1. The storm caused widespread destruction, including fatalities and power outages. Governor Ron DeSantis noted the storm's impact was less severe than initially feared, but the aftermath of Hurricane Helene still looms large in recovery efforts.
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Hurricane Milton, a Category 4 storm, is expected to cause significant destruction in Florida, particularly in the Tampa Bay area. With millions under evacuation orders, many residents face challenges in leaving due to gas shortages and financial constraints. The storm follows closely on the heels of Hurricane Helene, exacerbating the situation for emergency services.
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Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified to a Category 4 storm, threatening the Tampa Bay area with unprecedented storm surge. Experts attribute this explosive growth to climate change and warm ocean waters, raising concerns about future hurricane patterns and impacts on coastal communities.
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Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, as a Category 3 storm, causing widespread destruction, power outages, and multiple tornado warnings. Evacuations are ongoing in the Tampa Bay area as officials warn of catastrophic storm surges and flooding. The storm's rapid intensification has raised concerns about its impact on heavily populated regions.
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Joseph Malinowski, dubbed 'Lieutenant Dan,' gained fame for riding out Hurricane Milton on his sailboat. Despite authorities' evacuation orders, he remained on his boat during the storm, which made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane. He was later rescued by the Coast Guard after enduring severe conditions.