The impact of Hurricane Irma was nothing short of catastrophic. From the Caribbean to the United States, this powerful storm caused: Widespread destruction Storm surge flooding Wind damage A tragic loss of life The U.S. Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, Florida Keys, Marco Island, and many Caribbean islands, including the northern leeward islands, found themselves… Continue reading Understanding Hurricane Irma: Impacts, Recovery, and How to Help
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Understanding Hurricane Category 3 – What It Means and How It Impacts Us
While wind speed is a key factor in determining the severity of a Category 3 hurricane, it is important to recognize that these storms also bring additional dangers. Threats such as storm surge, flooding, and tornadoes can cause extensive damage and pose significant risks to life and property, especially when accompanied by extremely dangerous winds.… Continue reading Understanding Hurricane Category 3 – What It Means and How It Impacts Us
The Chariot Meaning: Understanding the Major Arcana Tarot Card
On the flip side, when the Chariot tarot card appears reversed in a reading, it can signify a lack of direction, control, or focus, as well as potential setbacks and challenges. While this may seem disheartening, the reversed Chariot card can also serve as a powerful reminder of the need for introspection, self-awareness, and personal… Continue reading The Chariot Meaning: Understanding the Major Arcana Tarot Card
Understanding Hurricane Category 4 and Its Impact
Tropical cyclones, the precursors to hurricanes, develop under certain conditions and progress through various stages before reaching their maximum intensity. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale measures the strength of a hurricane based on its maximum sustained winds, with Category 4 hurricanes possessing wind speeds between 130 and 156 miles per hour. When a tropical storm… Continue reading Understanding Hurricane Category 4 and Its Impact
Understanding Your Cellphone Bill’s Extra Charges and Fees
If you’ve been following your wireless bill at all over the past couple of years, you’ve probably noticed various increases tied to things like an “Economic Adjustment Charge.” Just in the last few weeks both AT&T and Verizon said that they will hike the rates of some of their older unlimited plans. Some carriers, like T-Mobile,… Continue reading Understanding Your Cellphone Bill’s Extra Charges and Fees
Protecting Your Health: Understanding the Dangers of Extreme Heat for Your Conditions
We just lived through what was likely the hottest month ever recorded on Earth, according to a shared July announcement by the World Meteorological Organization and Copernicus, the European Union’s climate monitoring program. And as the planet heats up, the health burden isn’t shared equally. Factors such as which country someone lives in, how much money… Continue reading Protecting Your Health: Understanding the Dangers of Extreme Heat for Your Conditions