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CBS News
3 days ago
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- CBS News
Powerful storm knocks down trees and damages homes in Massachusetts
After a strong thunderstorm moved across Massachusetts Sunday afternoon and evening, utility companies and tree crews were out that night surveying all the damage left behind. In Beverly, tree crews were out on Lakeshore Drive clearing streets of branches and leaves and chopping up the large trees brought down by the heavy rains and gusty winds. At least one large tree was ripped out of the ground and toppled over onto a home's driveway, crushing a car. Beverly Police said fallen trees have blocked off multiple roads. Late Sunday night, a little more than 250 customers were without power in the town. Police said they haven't received any reports of injuries from the storm. The Commuter Rail was also experiencing delays on the Newburyport/Rockport line due to downed trees on the tracks. For the latest on the delays, riders are asked to check the MBTA's website. Elsewhere, some communities like Framingham dealt with minor flooding from the heavy downpours. Late Sunday night, there was a little more than 1,000 customers without power across Massachusetts, according to MEMA. Boston and Belchertown have the most customers without power. The storm has since moved out and WBZ-TV meteorologists said the start of the week should be pleasant weather with low humidity and lots of sunshine. But there's potential for another heat wave later in the week, as temperatures climb into the 90s by the end of the week.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of New England
We're on a SEVERE WEATHER ALERT from the Boston 25 Weather Team due to a severe thunderstorm watch in our area. This alert is in effect for New Hampshire and Maine until 6 p.m. 'Watch for damaging wind and hail,' Boston 25 Meteorologist Vicki Graf warned. 'Make sure you are weather aware!' 'The heat and humidity are setting the stage for some active weather,' Graf wrote in her latest weather blog. 'These storms could bring damaging winds, hail, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning.' In Massachusetts, Graf said the window for storms opens after 2 p.m. and lasts through around 7 p.m. WATCH THE FORECAST | INTERACTIVE RADAR | DOWNLOAD THE APPS Follow our Boston 25 Meteorologists on Twitter for updates: Kevin Lemanowicz | Shiri Spear | Tucker Antico | Vicki Graf Stay Informed: Utilize MEMA's real-time power outage viewer to stay informed about current power outages in your community and region, and across the state, including information from utility companies about restoration times. Utilize MEMA's live weather radar and forecasting tools. MassDOT | MBTA | Logan Airport | Amtrak Online Resources: Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency - on Facebook and Twitter Mass211 Federal Emergency Management Agency National Weather Service/Boston National Weather Service/Albany, NY
New York Post
16-06-2025
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- New York Post
Maui residents evacuated after brush fire scorches 500 acres
Advertisement MAUI COUNTY, Hawaii – More than 100 homes were evacuated in Kahikinui on Hawaii's island of Maui after a wind-driven brush fire quickly spread. The fire reached about 500 acres, according to Maui County officials. No injuries or property damage have been reported. The county said exact fire containment figures have not yet been determined. The Maui County Fire Department said the fire sparked about 10 a.m. local time on Sunday in Kahikinui. 'The fire is currently moving up the mountain, pushed by strong winds,' the Maui County Fire Department said on X. Advertisement The fire was initially reported to be around 20 acres before exploding in size. The fire is moving upslope into challenging terrain, officials said, fueled by high winds. According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, winds near Kahikinui were gusting around 20 mph with locally higher gusts to nearly 50 mph. About an hour after the fire started, Maui County Emergency Management (MEMA) issued an emergency evacuation order for mile marker 24 in Kahikinui. The evacuations included 30 to 40 homes, according to MEMA. 3 More than 100 homes were evacuated in Kahikinui on Hawaii's island of Maui after a wind-driven brush fire quickly spread. FoxWeather Advertisement 3 The fire reached about 500 acres, according to Maui County officials. HawaiiNewsNow 3 'The fire is currently moving up the mountain, pushed by strong winds,' the Maui County Fire Department said on X. HawaiiNewsNow Residents were notified through the new Genasys Protect App and MEMA Alerts, as emergency officials went door to door. Maui Mayor Richard Bissen signed an Emergency Proclamation to free up federal funds for any potential impacts. Maui Police also shut down Pi'ilani Highway (Hawaii Route 31) from mile marker 20 to 41 due to the firefight. Advertisement The American Red Cross set up a temporary evacuation point at Grandma's Coffee House on Kula Highway in Ulupalakua. Less than two years ago, Maui County experienced the deadliest fire in modern U.S. history and Hawaii's worst natural catastrophe when wind-whipped fires swept through communities, including Lahaina, destroying everything in their path and claiming at least 102 lives in the coastal town.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
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- Yahoo
FEMA grants $4.3 million for March tornado disaster relief
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has given out more than $4.3 million in federal assistance to survivors of the March 14-15 tornado outbreak. So far, more than 1,800 residents have applied. Officials with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) said applications are still being received each day. Applicants are reminded that even if you have insurance, you are still encouraged to apply. Additional funds may be available to you. MEMA opens disaster recovery centers for storm relief Survivors can visit the following Disaster Recovery Locations: County Address Covington Bobby Mooney Building1613 S. Fir Street Collins, MS 39428 Grenada The Ministry Center4461 Commerce Street Grenada, MS 38901 Itawamba Mantachie Community Center265 Tishtontee Drive Mantachie, MS 38855 Issaquena Mayersville Multipurpose Building132 Court Street Mayersville, MS 39113 Jefferson Davis Granby VFD957 East St. Stephens Road Prentiss, MS 39474 Leflore Leflore County EMA Office701 US 82 Greenwood, MS 38930 Marion Morgantown VFD1464 Highway 587 Morgantown, MS 39483 Pike – (this location will need to close at 5 p.m. during the week of June 9th-14th ) Silver Creek Baptist Church8017 Silver Drive McComb, MS 39648 Smith Taylorsville Central Fire Station200 Eureka Street Taylorsville, MS 39168 Walthall Walthall EOC908 Armory Drive Tylertown, MS 39667 The center hours are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday; closed on Sundays. Two mobile disaster centers are open in Montgomery County: Montgomery County Coliseum/Winona – 200 Recreation Park Drive, Winona, MS. 38967 Duck Hill Fire Department/Duck Hill – 255 State Street, Duck Hill, MS. 38925 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mississippi residents in 11 counties eligible for disaster unemployment aid When you apply, you will be asked to provide: A description of the damage Your address at the time of the disaster Your Social Security number Contact information If you have insurance, your policy number, agent or company Annual household income Your bank account information for direct deposit Residents in the approved counties who sustained losses during the March 14-15 severe weather can also apply for assistance by registering online at or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired. The disaster number is: DR-4874. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Flash flood warning issued for parts of Massachusetts
We're on a SEVERE WEATHER ALERT from the Boston 25 Weather Team due to a flash flood warning in our area. This alert is in effect for parts of Middlesex County until 5:45 PM. Locations that may be impacted include: Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Somerville, Waltham, Malden, Brookline, Medford, Arlington, Billerica, Woburn, Watertown, Lexington, Tewksbury, Needham, Wellesley, Melrose, Saugus, Wakefield, and Reading. In a statement issued by the National Weather Service, 'Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.' WATCH THE FORECAST | INTERACTIVE RADAR | DOWNLOAD THE APPS Follow our Boston 25 Meteorologists on Twitter for updates: Kevin Lemanowicz | Shiri Spear | Tucker Antico | Vicki Graf Stay Informed: Utilize MEMA's real-time power outage viewer to stay informed about current power outages in your community and region, and across the state, including information from utility companies about restoration times. Utilize MEMA's live weather radar and forecasting tools. MassDOT | MBTA | Logan Airport | Amtrak Online Resources: Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency - on Facebook and Twitter Mass211 Federal Emergency Management Agency National Weather Service/Boston National Weather Service/Albany, NY
