Irma Pivots Toward Florida As Hurricane Threat Grows
Irma, a Category 4 storm with winds near 155 mph, nears Florida with life threatening winds and heavy rain. Officials warn of evacuations across South Florida and preparations as flights halt and stores close.
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Iowa Red Cross volunteers mobilize for Harvey Irma relief
The Red Cross deployed more than 3,500 volunteers this week to Texas and Florida as Harvey and Irma threaten, with Iowans among the workers. About 16,000 people sought shelter in 90 facilities in Texas, while 135 people sheltered in Louisiana. On standby, five Iowa volunteers await landfall guidance and officials mobilize hundreds of disaster relief staff and supplies.
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Irma to Cause Major Power Loss Across Florida, FPL Warns
Florida Power & Light CEO Eric Silagy says about nine million of ten million FPL customers could lose power as Hurricane Irma sweeps the state with high winds. Crews from many regions stand ready to restore power, with multiweek recovery and safety shutdowns at Turkey Point and St Lucie plants.
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American Airlines crew shortages trigger baggage chaos at MIA
Hurricane Irma cancellations cause thousands of bags to be left unclaimed as American Airlines cuts last minute flights due to staff shortages. Miami passengers endure baggage mayhem while officials push to reunite travelers with belongings after the storm.
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