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The Haitian City Of Les Cayes Is Struggling To Recover After Earthquake

4:59pm August 18, 2021

by Jason Beaubien

Les Cayes, a small city on Haiti's southwest coast, was one of the hardest-hit communities in last week's earthquake. Residents are still hoping more aid will arrive soon.

Felina Manita and her husband Jean are building a temporary home out of sticks after losing their home in Les Cayes in the earthquake on Saturday.

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A Tropical Storm Is Adding To Haiti's Misery Following A Devastating Earthquake

8:49am August 18, 2021

by Jason Beaubien

Relief efforts in Haiti are being greatly hampered by the torrential rains of Tropical Storm Grace. And many people are sleeping outside because of a fear of aftershocks.

A person injured in the earthquake is transferred to a US Coast Guard helicopter in Les Cayes, Haiti, Monday, Aug. 16, 2021, two days after a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck the southwestern part of the country.

What We Know About The Situation In Haiti, 4 Days After The Massive Earthquake

5:44am August 18, 2021

Recovery teams are slowing reaching Haitians impacted by the Aug. 14 earthquake that hit the southwestern area of the island. More than 1 million people were effected by the quake.

A worker fills a bottle with water on a farm during a drought in Firebaugh, Calif., on July 13.

Outdoor Workers Could Face Far More Dangerous Heat By 2065 Because Of Climate Change

6:11pm August 17, 2021

by Eric McDaniel

A new report warns that outdoor workers are at risk of lost wages and dire health consequences if greenhouse gas pollution continues. People of color are especially vulnerable to harm.

People gather near bins of water in Camp-Perrin, Haiti, on Monday.

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Here's How You Can Support Earthquake Relief Efforts In Haiti

10:58am August 17, 2021

by Rachel Treisman

Looking to get involved but not sure how to help? Here are some resources to get you started.

A man digs with a stone through the rubble of a house destroyed by the earthquake in Les Cayes, Haiti, on Sunday.

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Death Toll Nears 1,300 In Haiti After Massive Earthquake

9:58pm August 15, 2021

by Matthew S. Schwartz

As rescuers work against the threat of an approaching storm, officials continue to assess the damage after buildings throughout the island nation were flattened by the 7.2-magnitude quake.

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The Death Toll Rises Above 700 In Haiti Earthquake Aftermath

12:30pm August 15, 2021

by Jason Beaubien

The search for people continues after yesterday's 7.2 magnitude earthquake. Thousands of houses have been damaged or destroyed, as well as schools, hospitals and churches.

People rest at the Oregon Convention Center cooling station in Oregon, Portland on June 28, 2021, as a heatwave moves over much of the United States.

Environment

Another Major Heat Wave Is Bringing Triple-Digit Temps To The Pacific Northwest

1:05pm August 13, 2021

The Forest Service is also warning that air quality is likely to deteriorate as wildfires continue to burn.

Children beat the heat Thursday in a misting pool at a park in Queens as temperatures reach into the 90s in New York City.

Nearly 2 In 3 Americans Are Dealing With Dangerous Heat Waves

4:20pm August 12, 2021

by Jaclyn Diaz

The National Weather Service predicts areas on the East Coast could reach 100 degrees Thursday, with triple-digit temperatures in the Pacific Northwest, too. Relief isn't expected until the weekend.

Damaged grain bins are shown at the Heartland Co-Op grain elevator on Aug. 11, 2020, in Malcom, Iowa. Some people are still recovering a year after the 2020 derecho caused $11 billion in damage across the Midwest.

National

A Year Ago, The Midwest Was Hit With The Costliest Thunderstorm Event In U.S. History

5:45pm August 10, 2021

by Josie Fischels

Iowan Nick Bergus remembers being caught off guard by the derecho that pummeled his home state on Aug. 10, 2020, with hurricane-force winds, leaving billions of dollars in damage in its wake.