"Unfathomable; inexcusable:" Florida nursing home deaths spur efforts to protect elderly
HOLLYWOOD, Florida — Emergency crews around hurricane-scarred Florida worked Thursday to make sure elderly residents were safe after eight people died in a sweltering nursing home that lost air conditioning in the storm and multiple other facilities were evacuated.In one of the latest actions to protect older people, residents of a 100-bed suburban Fort Lauderdale assisted-living facility without power were moved to two nearby homes.
HOLLYWOOD, Florida — Emergency crews around hurricane-scarred Florida worked Thursday to make sure elderly residents were safe after eight people died in a sweltering nursing home that lost air conditioning in the storm and multiple other facilities were evacuated.In one of the latest actions to protect older people, residents of a 100-bed suburban Fort Lauderdale assisted-living facility without power were moved to two nearby homes.
Charities raise more than $350M in less than 3 weeks for Harvey victims: "It's all going to the people"
HOUSTON — More than 50 local and national charities have raised more than $350 million in the nearly three weeks since Hurricane Harvey struck the Texas Gulf Coast, and the disparate groups are trying to decide on priorities while some storm victims still await help.Distrust of large charities such as the American Red Cross has driven many donors to smaller, local organizations.
HOUSTON — More than 50 local and national charities have raised more than $350 million in the nearly three weeks since Hurricane Harvey struck the Texas Gulf Coast, and the disparate groups are trying to decide on priorities while some storm victims still await help.Distrust of large charities such as the American Red Cross has driven many donors to smaller, local organizations.
President Trump praises rapid response to Irma in Florida: "We have been very, very fast"
FORT MYERS, Florida — President Donald Trump met with federal and state leaders in Florida on Thursday as he surveyed damage from Hurricane Irma and praised the rapid response of the recovery effort."We have been very, very fast and we had to be," President Trump said at an airport hangar where he was joined by Vice President Mike Pence, Gov.
FORT MYERS, Florida — President Donald Trump met with federal and state leaders in Florida on Thursday as he surveyed damage from Hurricane Irma and praised the rapid response of the recovery effort."We have been very, very fast and we had to be," President Trump said at an airport hangar where he was joined by Vice President Mike Pence, Gov.
"Band together to help:" We Energies crews headed to Georgia to restore power after Irma
MILWAUKEE -- More than 30 We Energies worker on Wednesday, September 13th were on their way to Georgia to assist with power restoration efforts following Hurricane Irma.
MILWAUKEE -- More than 30 We Energies worker on Wednesday, September 13th were on their way to Georgia to assist with power restoration efforts following Hurricane Irma.
FOX6, Salvation Army, iHeartMedia radio stations thank you for support of Irma Disaster Relief
MILWAUKEE -- Thank you for your generous support of the FOX6 Irma Disaster Relief Phone Bank.
MILWAUKEE -- Thank you for your generous support of the FOX6 Irma Disaster Relief Phone Bank.
Pair accused of trying to steal entire utility pole after Hurricane Irma
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office in Florida says they caught a pair of men trying to make off with a massive utility pole Wednesday morning.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office in Florida says they caught a pair of men trying to make off with a massive utility pole Wednesday morning.
Sheriff: Toddler left outside overnight during Irma looked 'purple'; father arrested
JASPER, Fla. – A Florida father is accused of leaving his toddler outside as Tropical Storm Irma slammed into the Jasper neighborhood where he lives, according to WCTV.Police arrested 36-year-old Angelo Mitchell on Monday; he has been charged with felony child abuse.The 19-month-old's mother called police around 11:30 p.m. Sunday night to report the girl missing.
JASPER, Fla. – A Florida father is accused of leaving his toddler outside as Tropical Storm Irma slammed into the Jasper neighborhood where he lives, according to WCTV.Police arrested 36-year-old Angelo Mitchell on Monday; he has been charged with felony child abuse.The 19-month-old's mother called police around 11:30 p.m. Sunday night to report the girl missing.
1st video, pictures of Operation Helping Houston's Heroes in action
HOUSTON -- A team of people deployed to Texas as part of Operation Helping Houston's Heroes is sharing the first pictures of their work down south.Former police supervisor Brian Dorow planned the trip to Texas to help first responders who have been helping others since Hurricane Harvey hit Houston.
HOUSTON -- A team of people deployed to Texas as part of Operation Helping Houston's Heroes is sharing the first pictures of their work down south.Former police supervisor Brian Dorow planned the trip to Texas to help first responders who have been helping others since Hurricane Harvey hit Houston.
"All blood types are currently needed:" Red Cross, BloodCenter of WI encourage blood, platelet donations
MILWAUKEE -- As the American Red Cross responds to wildfires and historic hurricanes, eligible donors are reminded that giving blood or platelets during National Preparedness Month in September is one way to help ensure the Red Cross is prepared to respond to patient emergencies across the country every day.According to a press release from the Red Cross, Hurricane Irma has forced the cancellation of dozens of Red Cross blood drives in the Southeast, resulting in more than 2,100 uncollected blood and platelet donations.Natural disasters like hurricanes can disrupt blood drives and prevent donors from giving, but hospital patients still depend on lifesaving transfusions.
MILWAUKEE -- As the American Red Cross responds to wildfires and historic hurricanes, eligible donors are reminded that giving blood or platelets during National Preparedness Month in September is one way to help ensure the Red Cross is prepared to respond to patient emergencies across the country every day.According to a press release from the Red Cross, Hurricane Irma has forced the cancellation of dozens of Red Cross blood drives in the Southeast, resulting in more than 2,100 uncollected blood and platelet donations.Natural disasters like hurricanes can disrupt blood drives and prevent donors from giving, but hospital patients still depend on lifesaving transfusions.
Gov. "demanding answers" after 8 die at nursing home as Irma's aftermath brings new hazards
HOLLYWOOD, Florida — Eight patients at a sweltering nursing home died after Hurricane Irma knocked out the air conditioning, raising fears Wednesday about the safety of Florida's 4 million senior citizens amid widespread power outages that could go on for days.Hollywood Police Chief Tom Sanchez said investigators believe the deaths at the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills were heat-related, and added: "The building has been sealed off and we are conducting a criminal investigation." He did not elaborate."It's a sad state of affairs," Sanchez said. "We all have elderly people in facilities, and we all know we depend on those people in those facilities to care for a vulnerable elderly population."
HOLLYWOOD, Florida — Eight patients at a sweltering nursing home died after Hurricane Irma knocked out the air conditioning, raising fears Wednesday about the safety of Florida's 4 million senior citizens amid widespread power outages that could go on for days.Hollywood Police Chief Tom Sanchez said investigators believe the deaths at the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills were heat-related, and added: "The building has been sealed off and we are conducting a criminal investigation." He did not elaborate."It's a sad state of affairs," Sanchez said. "We all have elderly people in facilities, and we all know we depend on those people in those facilities to care for a vulnerable elderly population."
FEMA insurance chief: Harvey losses could top $11 billion
WASHINGTON — The head of the National Flood Insurance Program said Wednesday early estimates show Hurricane Harvey will result in about $11 billion in payouts to insured homeowners, mostly in southeast Texas.That would likely put Harvey as the second costliest storm in the history of the federal insurance program, said Roy E.
WASHINGTON — The head of the National Flood Insurance Program said Wednesday early estimates show Hurricane Harvey will result in about $11 billion in payouts to insured homeowners, mostly in southeast Texas.That would likely put Harvey as the second costliest storm in the history of the federal insurance program, said Roy E.
Chainsaw-wielding nun clears debris from Irma
(CNN) -- Across the state of Florida, and up into Georgia and South Carolina, images of first responders have become a welcome sight amid the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.But among the usual uniforms -- those of police, firefighters and paramedics -- a nun's habit stands out.And when said nun is wielding a chainsaw, well, that is something that can renew faith in even the most downtrodden."There was a need, I had the means, so I wanted to help out," Sister Margaret Ann told Erin Burnett on Tuesday evening.A 30-year education veteran from Archbishop Coleman F.
(CNN) -- Across the state of Florida, and up into Georgia and South Carolina, images of first responders have become a welcome sight amid the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.But among the usual uniforms -- those of police, firefighters and paramedics -- a nun's habit stands out.And when said nun is wielding a chainsaw, well, that is something that can renew faith in even the most downtrodden."There was a need, I had the means, so I wanted to help out," Sister Margaret Ann told Erin Burnett on Tuesday evening.A 30-year education veteran from Archbishop Coleman F.
Stars turn out to push for donations for hurricane relief
NEW YORK — Urged on by dozens of stars who turned out to sing, tell stories and plead for support for hurricane victims in a one-hour televised benefit, organizers said more than $44 million was raised Tuesday and donations are still being accepted.With Stevie Wonder singing "Lean on Me" and Usher and Blake Shelton joining for "Stand By Me," the message was clear: Americans were being asked to help those whose lives were upended by wind and rain.Justin Bieber, George Clooney, Barbra Streisand, Al Pacino, Lupita Nyong'o, Jay Leno and dozens of others sat at phone banks to accept donations.
NEW YORK — Urged on by dozens of stars who turned out to sing, tell stories and plead for support for hurricane victims in a one-hour televised benefit, organizers said more than $44 million was raised Tuesday and donations are still being accepted.With Stevie Wonder singing "Lean on Me" and Usher and Blake Shelton joining for "Stand By Me," the message was clear: Americans were being asked to help those whose lives were upended by wind and rain.Justin Bieber, George Clooney, Barbra Streisand, Al Pacino, Lupita Nyong'o, Jay Leno and dozens of others sat at phone banks to accept donations.
Florida police say Facebook comments on officers' selfie 'made our chief blush'
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – A photo of three Florida police officers is creating quite a stir, and the comments "made our chief blush," the department wrote on Facebook.The selfie shows officers Nordman, Hamill and Rengering getting ready to work during Hurricane Irma on Sunday.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – A photo of three Florida police officers is creating quite a stir, and the comments "made our chief blush," the department wrote on Facebook.The selfie shows officers Nordman, Hamill and Rengering getting ready to work during Hurricane Irma on Sunday.
"Florida is doing a fantastic job:" WI National Guard response after Irma limited to 650 troops
FLORIDA -- 650 Wisconsin National Guard troops were in Florida as of Tuesday, September 12th to help Hurricane Irma victims.According to a press release from Wisconsin National Guard officials, the response from Wisconsin will be limited to those 650 troops already in the Sunshine State.
FLORIDA -- 650 Wisconsin National Guard troops were in Florida as of Tuesday, September 12th to help Hurricane Irma victims.According to a press release from Wisconsin National Guard officials, the response from Wisconsin will be limited to those 650 troops already in the Sunshine State.
Without air conditioning, steamy Florida yearns for power
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In a state built on air conditioning, millions of Florida residents now want to know one thing: When will the power be back on?Hurricane Irma's march across Florida and into the Southeast triggered one of the bigger blackouts in U.S. history, plunging as many as 13 million people into the dark as the storm dragged down power lines and blew out transformers.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In a state built on air conditioning, millions of Florida residents now want to know one thing: When will the power be back on?Hurricane Irma's march across Florida and into the Southeast triggered one of the bigger blackouts in U.S. history, plunging as many as 13 million people into the dark as the storm dragged down power lines and blew out transformers.
Already in Texas, WI Salvation Army volunteers on standby after Irma: "We're just learning what's taken place"
FLORIDA -- The Salvation Army is helping hurricane victims in Texas and Florida after Harvey and Irma, and you can as well.Irma made landfall Sunday, September 10th on Cudjo Key, and FEMA said Tuesday 25% of the homes on the chain of islands in the Florida Keys were destroyed by Irma.
FLORIDA -- The Salvation Army is helping hurricane victims in Texas and Florida after Harvey and Irma, and you can as well.Irma made landfall Sunday, September 10th on Cudjo Key, and FEMA said Tuesday 25% of the homes on the chain of islands in the Florida Keys were destroyed by Irma.
Kohl’s donates additional $1M to American Red Cross for hurricane relief
MENOMONEE FALLS -- In the wake of Hurricane Irma, Kohl’s announced on Tuesday, September 12th that it is donating an additional $1 million to provide support in the relief and recovery efforts from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.In total, this brings Kohl’s donation to the American Red Cross to $2 million.Kohl’s indicated in a news release it will also continue to provide financial assistance to associates who have been directly and significantly impacted by the storms.Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, CEO and president issued the following statement:"With several storms impacting our country, it’s more important than ever that Kohl’s lend our support to the American Red Cross.
MENOMONEE FALLS -- In the wake of Hurricane Irma, Kohl’s announced on Tuesday, September 12th that it is donating an additional $1 million to provide support in the relief and recovery efforts from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.In total, this brings Kohl’s donation to the American Red Cross to $2 million.Kohl’s indicated in a news release it will also continue to provide financial assistance to associates who have been directly and significantly impacted by the storms.Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, CEO and president issued the following statement:"With several storms impacting our country, it’s more important than ever that Kohl’s lend our support to the American Red Cross.
"It's bigger than sports:" FAU thanks Wisconsin for their hospitality during Hurricane Irma
MADISON -- The Florida Atlantic Owls are extending thanks to the Wisconsin Badgers for their hospitality this past weekend, while their state was faced with the devastation of Hurricane Irma.As Irma battered down on South Florida Saturday, September 9th, the Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Florida Atlantic Owls at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison.
MADISON -- The Florida Atlantic Owls are extending thanks to the Wisconsin Badgers for their hospitality this past weekend, while their state was faced with the devastation of Hurricane Irma.As Irma battered down on South Florida Saturday, September 9th, the Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Florida Atlantic Owls at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison.
Florida east coast may have power back by Sunday
Florida's largest utility says much of the state's east coast could have power back by Sunday, but other areas could take 10 days or more.Rob Gould, vice president and chief communications officer for Florida Power & Light, said Tuesday that the utility expects to have power on for most customers along the state's eastern coast by the end of this weekend.Gould said it would take until the end of Sept. 22 to restore power along the state's western coast where the damage was much more severe.
Florida's largest utility says much of the state's east coast could have power back by Sunday, but other areas could take 10 days or more.Rob Gould, vice president and chief communications officer for Florida Power & Light, said Tuesday that the utility expects to have power on for most customers along the state's eastern coast by the end of this weekend.Gould said it would take until the end of Sept. 22 to restore power along the state's western coast where the damage was much more severe.