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One critical reminder to everyone: if you evacuate to a hurricane evacuation shelter, there most likely will be no amenities. This means no food service, established sleeping areas or supplies.

Between Hurricane Wilma in 2005, which affected the Southern portion of Florida, and Hurricane Andrew, which hit Homestead, Florida, in 1992, FPL is no stranger to the potential impact and devastation ...

Representatives of the World Bank and Barbados are holding talks on the provision of disaster funding. The World Bank says millions of dollars in immediate funding could become available to Barbados ...

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Understanding the scope of a disaster is the first step toward an effective response. By evaluating the severity of the hurricane's impact, relief teams can identify the most pressing needs.