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A U.S. deep-sea treasure hunter, Tommy Thompson, who recovered treasure from the 1857 SS Central America wreck, was released from prison after about a decade for contempt for refusing to disclose the location of roughly 500 missing gold coins; investors had sued him over proceeds, and while the civil contempt sentence was ended last year, about 500 coins remain unaccounted for.
Central and South America are experiencing a record outbreak of dengue fever, with cases nearly tripling to over 12.6 million and 7,700 deaths, according to the Pan American Health Organisation. Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Mexico are the most affected. The outbreak is attributed to a hotter, wetter climate and poor waste management, which increase mosquito breeding. Children are particularly at risk, with a significant percentage of severe cases and deaths occurring in those under 15. Vaccination efforts are underway in some regions, while others plan to start in 2025.
Tropical Storm Sara is expected to weaken as it moves over Central America this weekend, potentially dropping up to 30 inches of rain in northern Honduras and causing flash floods and mudslides. The storm is forecast to lose its tropical status over land but may reemerge as a remnant low in the Gulf of Mexico, possibly affecting Florida with increased rain by midweek. Despite the moisture, conditions are not favorable for redevelopment into a tropical system. This marks the 18th named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
Tropical Storm Sara has formed over the western Caribbean Sea and is expected to bring potentially catastrophic flooding to Central America, including Honduras, Belize, El Salvador, and Guatemala, with up to 30 inches of rain possible. The storm is moving slowly due to high pressure and weak steering currents, which could lead to prolonged flooding. While the storm may enter the Gulf of Mexico, its impact on the U.S. remains uncertain. The hurricane season, which ends on November 30, has been hyperactive, with Sara contributing to high accumulated cyclone energy levels.
Tropical Storm Sara has formed in the Caribbean and is heading towards Central America, posing a significant threat with potentially life-threatening flooding and mudslides, particularly in Honduras and Nicaragua. The storm, the 18th of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, is fueled by exceptionally warm waters linked to climate change. While the storm's future path remains uncertain, it could impact the Yucatán Peninsula and possibly the Gulf of Mexico next week. Residents in affected areas are advised to monitor forecasts closely.