Power crews rush to restore Florida after Charley blackout
Punta Gorda, Fla. Hundreds of utility crews from across the East mobilize to restore power after Hurricane Charley knocked out nearly a million customers on Aug. 13. Florida Power & Light aims to finish by Sunday amid tents, poles, and a vast operation hub at Charlotte County Airport.
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Peterson mistress takes stand today
In a 12 week trial prosecutors have scant hard evidence linking Scott Peterson to the murder of his wife Laci and their fetus. Jurors heard five days of taped calls with Amber Frey, painting a picture of a deceptive husband and a “cad” but not a direct murder indictment.
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San Francisco
Jim Hammer
Medical helicopter crash kills five near Reno Nevada
A medical helicopter en route to Washoe Medical Center crashed in a remote area near Mt Tobin in northern Nevada. All five aboard died including an 11 day old infant, the mother, pilot, nurse, and paramedic. NTSB investigators were en route to the scene.
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Boise
Idaho
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National Transportation Safety Board
FEMA quarrels over housing for Charley victims in Florida
As Charley survivors linger in shelters in Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, FEMA spokesmen clash over mobile home capacity while promising up to 5 000 to 10 000 units. Shelter residents face delays and mounting uncertainty about when permanent or extended housing will arrive. Gretchen Ward Martin, homeless with young children, seeks stability and transportation to work as officials tour affected areas.
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Mich
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Fla
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FEMA
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Gifford
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Pilgrims United Church of Christ
Port Charlotte
North Carolina
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