Harvey toll hits seventy in floods and wreckage across Texas
The Associated Press reports Harvey killed at least 70 people in floods and wind damage across Texas, with many drowned or crushed by debris. Authorities credit warnings, quick rescues, floodgates around hospitals, and targeted evacuations for the lower loss. As the storm slowed over the Houston area, officials warned of ongoing fatalities and missing persons, while noting Harvey’s rapid intensification and the country’s mixed memory of past disasters.
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House approves 7.9 billion Harvey relief in fast vote
The House passed a 7.9 billion Hurricane Harvey disaster aid package in a 419 to 3 vote. The measure aims to cover immediate needs and replenish FEMA reserves ahead of Hurricane Irma while tying funding to a short term debt cap increase. Democrats urged swift action and warned against past Sandy opposition in Congress.
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Working poor on Minden Street exhausted after Harvey
The flood ravaged Houston area hits working class residents on Minden Street hard as volunteers haul out waterlogged drywall and debris piles five feet high. Lino Saldana, blocked from work by flood damage and vehicle loss, faces mortgage pressures while neighbors like Jamica Batts and Marcus Hunt face eviction and shelter dependence amid FEMA uncertainties.
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Houston retailers reopen as Harvey flood recedes
As floodwaters fall in Houston after Harvey, businesses eye a comeback. Mayor Turner urges a restart while many small firms face mold damage, lost inventory, and payroll strains. FEMA says about 40 percent of small businesses fail to reopen after disasters. Bobby Jacker hopes his bakery can reopen soon.
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United Airlines cuts outlook amid Harvey impact and fare war
United Continental Holdings reports a 400 million revenue shortfall for Q3 due to Harvey storms and a fare war with Spirit Airlines. The carrier cites canceled flights at Houston Bush Intercontinental, weaker demand in Guam, and fuel price pressures. Southwest also lowers quarterly outlook, while Delta JetBlue and Spirit trim guidance as regional airlines press on with basic economy pricing strategies.
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