After Hurricane Helene, various non-governmental organizations joined the disaster response efforts. Among those was the United Methodist Committee on Relief, and it’s still helping victims a year later.
Natural disasters like Hurricane Helene often remind elected officials of their most essential role: being there for their communities in times of crisis.
As Georgia enters what has been predicted to be an above average hurricane season, many in the state are still far from recovering from last year's storms.
When dangerous weather is on the way, knowing that help will be available on the other side of the storm can help calm anxiety. Experts say addressing mental health is a critical part of disaster preparation.
We’ve arrived at the peak week of hurricane season — the traditional midpoint of the Atlantic’s yearly activity is September 10 — but you wouldn’t know it from the current Tropical Weather Outlook.
Valdosta Mayor Scott James Matheson talks about the year that his city has faced since Hurricane Helene. His most pressing need is $17 million in reimbursements from the federal government.
As more hurricanes hit the U.S. in unprecedented ways, we need to become better prepared to face the challenges that might arise. This is a guide to help you collect essential items into three bags to prepare for extreme water-related scenarios.
When a hurricane is coming, evacuations are common in places at risk for high winds, severe flooding and property damage. So what’s the best way to prepare when you might need to leave in a hurry?
NWS meteorologist David Nadler explains how Georgia prepares for hurricanes, the impact of Hurricane Helene, and what to expect at the peak of hurricane season.
The threat of severe storms, flooding and tornadoes was already in play when more than three dozen people from Macon-Bibb County took their posts during a July training at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
That's the new world record for longest lightning strike — as certified Wednesday by the World Meteorological Organization and based on Georgia-led study.
