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ZooWorld staff shelter 30 flamingos in restroom as Hurricane Isaias hits Florida
us10 hours ago

ZooWorld staff shelter 30 flamingos in restroom as Hurricane Isaias hits Florida

As Hurricane Isaias struck the Florida Gulf Coast, staff at ZooWorld in Panama City Beach sheltered 30 flamingos in a bathroom. A video of the birds bumbling between sinks and stalls went viral, garnering nearly 2 million views. While the zoo’s other animals were secured in trash cans or rabbit exhibits, the flamingos’ unusual refuge highlighted the improvised nature of hurricane preparations for wildlife facilities. The storm had already caused widespread power outages and fatalities across the region.

via The New York Times|
#animal-welfare#florida#hurricane-isaias
Isaias Remnants Threaten Appalachians with Flooding and Tornadoes as Power Outages Persist
weather17 hours ago

Isaias Remnants Threaten Appalachians with Flooding and Tornadoes as Power Outages Persist

Hurricane Isaias has weakened into a post-tropical cyclone but continues to pose significant risks across the southeastern US. Nearly 396,000 customers in Florida and Alabama remain without power, while the storm's remnants bring heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and tornado threats to the central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic. At least four deaths have been confirmed, and federal emergency declarations have been issued for Florida, Alabama, and Georgia.

via The Guardian|
#alabama#flooding#florida
Hurricane Isaias Kills Two in Tree Collapses Across Florida and Alabama
us-news18 hours ago

Hurricane Isaias Kills Two in Tree Collapses Across Florida and Alabama

Hurricane Isaias has caused at least two confirmed fatalities in the southeastern United States, both resulting from trees crashing into homes. In Florida, Jenn Biggs Williams, 57, was killed when a tree fell through her living room in Escambia County, while a second victim died in Birmingham, Alabama, after a tree struck a home in the Spring Lake neighborhood. A third storm-related death in Alabama was reported in Barbour County, and a generator-related death was confirmed in Florida.

via New York Post|
#alabama#fatalities#florida
Isaias Remnants Kill Four in Southeast; 430,000 Florida Residents Remain Without Power
weather1 day ago

Isaias Remnants Kill Four in Southeast; 430,000 Florida Residents Remain Without Power

Hurricane Isaias has left at least four confirmed deaths across the Southeast after making landfall near Destin, Florida, as a Category 2 storm on Friday evening. Governor Ron DeSantis confirmed two fatalities in Florida, while Alabama Governor Kay Ivey confirmed two deaths in her state. As of Saturday afternoon, over 430,000 people in Florida and nearly 480,000 across the Southeast remain without power. The storm has weakened into a post-tropical cyclone but continues to threaten the region with flooding, tornadoes, and rising river levels.

via WESH|
#alabama#florida#hurricane-isaias
Isaias Weakens to Post-Tropical Cyclone, Leaving Four Dead and Power Outages Across the Southeast
weather1 day ago

Isaias Weakens to Post-Tropical Cyclone, Leaving Four Dead and Power Outages Across the Southeast

Hurricane Isaias has weakened into a post-tropical cyclone as it moves north, leaving at least four dead and hundreds of thousands without power. The storm's path caused significant damage in Florida and Georgia, with officials confirming two fatalities in each state. Although the system has lost tropical characteristics, it continues to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the region.

via The New York Times|
#florida#georgia#hurricane-isaias
Isaias leaves four dead and widespread damage across Gulf Coast as it weakens inland
weather1 day ago

Isaias leaves four dead and widespread damage across Gulf Coast as it weakens inland

Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday evening as a Category 2 storm with 105 mph winds. By Saturday, the storm had weakened to a post-tropical cyclone but left four people dead, hundreds of thousands without power, and significant infrastructure damage across the Gulf Coast. Authorities are focusing on debris removal and power restoration while warning of ongoing flooding risks.

via AP News|
#alabama#florida#gulf-coast
Tampa Bay dengue outbreak hits 259 cases as officials launch aggressive mosquito control
health1 day ago

Tampa Bay dengue outbreak hits 259 cases as officials launch aggressive mosquito control

Dengue fever cases in Florida’s Tampa Bay region have surged to 259 locally acquired infections in Hillsborough County alone, with Pinellas County reporting 20 cases. Health officials describe this as the largest outbreak in Florida’s modern history, driven by heavy rains and standing water. A Clearwater resident, Tim Libert, shares his severe recovery experience, highlighting the 'bone-breaking' pain associated with the virus. In response, Tampa crews have removed 23 tons of tires and are conducting door-to-door inspections to eliminate breeding grounds. Hillsborough County has allocated over $4.1 million for mosquito control, while state and local authorities urge residents to drain standing water to prevent further transmission.

via FOX 13 Tampa Bay|
#dengue-fever#florida#health
Tampa Bay Dengue Outbreak Reaches Historic Levels Amid Heavy Rain
health-and-environment2 days ago

Tampa Bay Dengue Outbreak Reaches Historic Levels Amid Heavy Rain

Dengue cases in the Tampa Bay area have surged to unprecedented levels, with Hillsborough County reporting 259 confirmed cases as of early October. State and local officials have declared emergencies and allocated over $4.1 million for mosquito control. Health experts warn that a combination of heavy rainfall, high humidity, and the presence of the Aedes aegypti mosquito is driving the outbreak, which is now the largest in Florida’s modern history. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water to prevent further transmission.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#dengue-fever#florida#health-and-environment
Hurricane Isaias Kills Four on Gulf Coast, Leaves 400,000 Without Power
weather2 days ago

Hurricane Isaias Kills Four on Gulf Coast, Leaves 400,000 Without Power

Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday night as a Category 2 storm with 105 mph winds. The storm weakened to a post-tropical cyclone by Saturday morning, leaving at least four confirmed deaths across Florida and Alabama. Over 438,000 customers remain without power, with the majority in Florida. Remnants of the storm continue to bring heavy rain and flash flooding risks to the Southeast, particularly Georgia and the Carolinas.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#florida#gulf-coast#hurricane-isaias
Isaias lands in Florida as Category 2, triggering widespread outages and surge
weather2 days ago

Isaias lands in Florida as Category 2, triggering widespread outages and surge

Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday evening as a Category 2 storm with 105 mph winds. The first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic season brought life-threatening storm surges, heavy rain, and flooding to the Gulf Coast. Nearly 500,000 customers lost power across Alabama and Florida, while officials in Florida, Alabama, and Georgia declared states of emergency. The storm is expected to move inland toward the Tennessee Valley, posing risks of flash floods and tornadoes through the weekend.

via The Guardian|
#florida#gulf-coast#hurricane-isaias