Video: Hurricane Earl Readiness
August 31, 2010
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Photos: Hurricane Earl
August 31, 2010Passengers on flights to the Virgin Islands were stranded at the Luis Muñoz Marín airport in Puerto Rico as measure of security because Hurricane Earl. The American Red Cross Puerto Rico Chapter was there to provide monetary assistance, comfort kits, and mental health services.
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Tropical Activity: Earl, Fiona
August 31, 2010Tropical Activity
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Hurricane Earl
Tropical Storm Fiona
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Disaster Alert: Hurricane Earl
August 31, 2010Disaster Alert
US Virgin Islands / Puerto Rico – Earl dumped heavy rain and high winds that downed trees, blocked roads, closed airports and left some island residents without power in St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix, on Monday.
In a related story, Earl left thousands of residents without power, closed airports and stranded hundreds of travelers in Puerto Rico on Monday. The Governor declared a State of Emergency for the entire island.
The ARC of the Virgin Islands Chapter opened 4 shelters and provided Mass Care.
The Puerto Rico Chapter provided canteen services to support stranded travelers at the airport and assisted government partners as needed for affected-area residents.
Georgia / South Carolina / North Carolina/ Maryland/ New York/ Rhode Island – Earl became a major Category- 4 hurricane on Monday and the forecast track showed that the storm could affect many states along the East Coast within the next 72 hours.
In preparation for Earl, chapters continue to monitor the event, identify human and material resources, and communicate with government agencies and community partners.
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Press Release: Red Cross Responding to Hurricane Earl in Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
August 30, 2010
Red Cross Responding to Hurricane Earl in Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
Storms Causing Dangerous Rip Currents Along East Coast
WASHINGTON, August 30, 2010 – The American Red Cross is keeping a close watch on Hurricane Earl as the storm gains strength in the Atlantic Ocean, threatening the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, with possible effects along the East Coast later this week.
Earl is a Category 3 hurricane, with sustained winds hitting 125 mph, and is expected to gain strength over the next few days. The Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico are in the storm’s direct path and could see storm surges as high as five feet with four to eight inches of rain. These rains could cause life-threatening floods and mudslides.
Earl is the second storm to move through the Atlantic in the last few days, coming on the heels of Hurricane Danielle. Though Danielle’s threat has weakened, the storm is still causing winds as high as 75 mph and will remain a powerful storm in the North Atlantic for the next several days. There is a good chance of a third storm forming out of a new low pressure system which would move in behind Earl.
“This year, hurricane season was predicted to be very busy and the Red Cross is prepared if those forecasts come true,” reported Joe Becker, senior vice president, Red Cross Disaster Services. “We are on the ground in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, supporting local Red Cross efforts there. Disaster relief supplies are ready in warehouses in both areas. We are also finalizing response preparations with local, state and federal government agencies along the East Coast should the storm head for the U.S. mainland.”
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Tropical Activity: Danielle, Earl, and Frank
August 27, 2010Tropical Activity
Hurricane Danielle
At 5:00 a.m. EDT, the center of Hurricane Danielle was located approximately 545 miles southeast of Bermuda (735 miles northnortheast of Puerto Rico). Danielle is moving toward the northwest near 12 mph. A gradual turn toward the north-northwest is expected by tonight followed by a turn toward the north on Saturday. On the forecast track, the center of Danielle is expected to pass well east of Bermuda Saturday night. Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 135 mph, with higher gusts. Danielle is a Category Four Hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Scale. Some additional strengthening is possible in the next 24 hours. Hurricane force winds extend outward up to 60 miles from the center and tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 205 miles.
Hurricane Frank
At 5:00 a.m. EDT, the center of Hurricane Frank was located about 330 miles south-southwest of the southern tip of Baja California. Frank is moving toward the west-northwest near 10 mph. A turn toward the northwest and a gradual decrease in forward speed are expected today followed by a turn to the north this weekend. Maximum sustained winds are near 80 mph, with higher gusts. Frank is a Category One Hurricane on the Saffir- Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. Weakening is expected during the next couple of days as Frank moves over cooler waters. Hurricane force winds extend outward up to 15 miles from the center, and tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 80 miles.
Tropical Storm Earl
At 5:00 a.m. EDT, the center of Tropical Storm Earl was located approximately 1,430 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands (1,640 miles east of Puerto Rico). Earl is moving toward the west near 17 mph and this general motion is expected to continue for the next couple of days. Maximum sustained winds remain near 45 mph, with higher gusts. Gradual strengthening is expected over the next 48 hours and Earl is forecast to become a hurricane by Saturday night. Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 85 miles from the center.
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Disaster Alert: Home Fire in Washington
August 27, 2010Disaster Alert
Washington — The Mt. Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross responded a fire in Blaine on Aug 24 that destroyed a family home. Red Cross volunteers provided support and assistance to the family.
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Disaster Alert: home fire in New York
August 27, 2010Disaster Alert
ROCHESTER, N.Y., — Red Cross volunteers responded to the scene of a house fire to help a family of four. Red Cross volunteers also conducted a damage assessment of the home. At this time, the Red Cross is providing emergency assistance of shelter and food to the family.
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Disaster Alert: Multi-family fire in Missouri
August 27, 2010Disaster Alert
Missouri – Disaster Action Team (DAT) from the Joplin Office of the American Red Cross have responded to a two building apartment fire in Joplin. Volunteers have been on hand to meet with victims of this disaster and are helping with temporary shelter, food and clothing.
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Disaster Alert: Wildfire in Idaho
August 27, 2010Disaster Alert
Idaho – A wildfire in Valley County burned hundreds of acres and prompted the evacuation of residents within the affected area on Thursday.
The Greater Idaho Chapter deployed Disaster Action Team (DAT) and placed a shelter on standby for affected-area residents. The chapter continues to monitor situation to see if additional assistance and resources are needed.
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