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Tornadoes confirmed in Portugal

"Based on the analysis of the available documentation and the nature of the damage caused, it was possible to classify both phenomena as tornadoes," IPMA stressed in a statement. The first event occurred at 8:10 am in the Porto Peles area, in …

How tornado intensity is determined using the Enhanced Fujita Scale

Experts confirm twister touched down south of Winnipeg Wednesday

A cloudy sky in the village of Tourond, south of Winnipeg, quickly turned violent Wednesday, marking Manitoba’s first tornado of the year. “Nothing’s going to happen. We have a super strong basement we can hide in,” says a girl in a video posted to …

Tornadoes, Winds and U.S. County Income Growth

In recent years, the increasing frequency and intensity of severe weather phenomena have raised significant concerns regarding their economic repercussions. Among these, tornadoes and damaging winds represent some of the most destructive natural hazards …

Weather IQ: Understanding the EF Scale for Tornadoes

Meteorologist Claire Fry breaks down the EF Scale used to measure tornado strength. GREENSBORO, N.C. — While North Carolina isn’t part of the traditional Tornado Alley, we’re no strangers to severe weather — especially in the spring or during hurricane …

Manitoba's 1st tornado of 2025 recorded southeast of Niverville

Tornado season started in Manitoba this week with the first one touching down just southeast of Niverville, says an Ontario lab that tracks all tornadoes in Canada. It was weak but it's still "a bona fide tornado," said David Sills, director …

Weak EF-0 tornado confirmed in Celina Wednesday

The National Weather Service says a weak tornado touched down in North Texas on Wednesday. The NWS said evidence indicates that a short-track EF-0 tornado touched down west of Celina. On the Enhanced-Fujita scale, an EF-0 has winds between 65 mph and 85 …

Ashby tornado sets regional record for width

ASHBY, Neb. (NCN) - The Sunday tornado near Ashby has set a record as the widest tornado ever surveyed in the North Platte National Weather Service (NWS) county warning area, according to preliminary information released by NWS. Survey teams estimate the …

Sunday marks 18 years since deadly EF-5 tornado destroyed Greensburg, Kansas

It was a Friday night -- May 4, 2007 -- when a nearly two-mile wide tornado aimed at Greensburg. The town took a direct hit. The tornado ripped through the southwest Kansas community, killing 11 people, injuring 63 and destroying 95% of the town. It was …

NWS survey: 10 tornadoes April 24 over Rolling Plains

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - 10 tornadoes moved across parts of the Rolling Plains northeast and east of Lubbock on the evening of Thursday, April 24. The National Weather Service issued a report on its storm survey. Thankfully, we received no damage reports …

National Weather Service confirms Tuesday’s storms spawned a tornado in Gravette

GRAVETTE -- The National Weather Service on Thursday confirmed a storm that occurred Tuesday spawned a tornado on the north side of Gravette. The tornado developed around 8:25 a.m. and reached estimated wind speeds of 95-105 mph, according to the weather …

A tornado touched down Monday in Rice County: What we know

The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down April 28 in southern Rice County between Faribault and Kenyon as severe thunderstorms moved across the region. The tornado, at least an EF1, touched down shortly before 6 p.m., causing …

139 Years Ago: F4 Tornado Devastates Sauk Rapids, Area [PHOTOS]

It happened on April 14, 1886. A tornado -- or as it was described back in the day, a "cyclone" -- swept through St. Cloud, Sauk Rapids and Rice. It killed 72 people in our area, injured 213 and caused $400,000 worth of damage in 1886 dollars. …

80 Years Later, Antlers Still Remembers

On April 13, 1945, while much of the nation was reacting to the death of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, many people in Oklahoma, and a few other states, were busy recovering from a devastating storm that produced some of the most powerful tornadoes ever …

1Spatial Strengthens Next-Generation 9-1-1 Solutions with Key Hire to Public Safety Team

Nicole Graves will Drive Innovation in Next-Gen Core Services for 9-1-1 Systems 1Spatial PLC (LSE:LON: SPA) VIENNA, VA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1Spatial, a global leader in Location Master Data Management (LMDM) and …

Intterra Appoints Robb Watkins as Senior Director of Project Management and Agile Operations

CASTLE ROCK, CO, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intterra, the leading provider of data-driven solutions for public safety, is proud to announce the appointment of Robb Watkins, Ed.D., as its new Senior Director of Project …

Creepzz Drops Lee Rigby Tribute Track to Raise Awareness of Knife Crime, Adolescence and Youth Mental Health Issues

All proceeds from the track support the Lee Rigby Foundation and raise awareness about knife crime, youth violence, and mental health in the UK. LOWESTOFT, SUFFOLK, UNITED KINGDOM, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UK artist Creepzz has released …

Notfallvorsorge ist keine Option, sondern eine Notwendigkeit

Warum ein Notfallrucksack lebensrettend sein kann LANDL, STEIERMARK, AUSTRIA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- „Die Ereignisse vom 24. November 2023 markieren einen Wendepunkt für unseren Planeten - einen, den die Mehrheit der sogenannten ‚ …

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

Understanding the Free mE® EFT Approach to Emotional Health

Introduction Free mE® EFT Level 1 BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE proudly introduces Free mE® EFT Level 1, the foundational course of the proprietary Free mE® Emotional Freedom Technique system—a unique …

Funding Is Available To Support Cleanup of Your Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after the April severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to provide you with money to cover costs associated with cleanup and sanitization. This assistance is for eligible …

Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands. Last year’s hurricane season proves that hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. You may experience high winds, extreme rain and flooding …

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentucky Survivors of April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In the aftermath of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides, some Kentuckians are grappling with storm-damaged vehicles. If your insurance doesn’t cover all your storm-related vehicle damage, FEMA …

FEMA is still here to help West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has passed, but FEMA is still here to help West Virginians. If you have questions about your application, disagree with FEMA’s decision and would like to talk about next steps, or need to update …

FEMA Alert: Watch for Fraud After April Storms in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you are a survivor of Kentucky April storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, floods, landslides and mudslides, you may also be a target of con artists and criminals who try to obtain money or steal personal information. Protect Your …

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas. The best air duct cleaning in Austin starts here! AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Steam Team, a leading authority …

Improper Documentation Identified as Major Cause of Insurance Claim Delays

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timely approval of insurance claims plays a crucial role in helping individuals and businesses recover from loss events. However, industry reports continue to highlight that …

Understanding Chemical Reactions Between Smoke Residues and Building Materials

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage from fires can result in much more than visible staining and odor. Chemical reactions between smoke residues and building materials can cause lasting structural damage, …

Understanding the Long-Term Structural Impact of Extreme Heat Exposure

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prolonged exposure to extreme heat conditions is increasingly recognized as a significant factor in the deterioration of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. As heat …

ATI Restoration Wins Both 2025 RIA Phoenix Awards for Innovation

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATI Restoration (ATI), one of the largest disaster recovery firms in the nation, has earned top industry recognition by winning both of the Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) …

NIST, Ensemble, Ezassi, and IU RedLab Announce Winners of NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge

DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ensemble Consultancy, Ezassi, and the Indiana University RedLab announced the winners of the final phase of the NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0), sponsored by the U.S. Department …

Kentucky Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance and SBA Disaster Loan at the Same Time After April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In addition to applying for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters in designated Kentucky counties have the option to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration at various stages of their recovery. …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Owen County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Owen County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Carroll County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Carroll County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …