Hurricane Maria Rips Siding off Building

Fox News video of Hurricane Maria causing damage to a building in Puerto Rico.

On the Road Again: The US Army Corps of Engineers’ Recovery Efforts in Virgin Islands

Lt. Gen. Todd Semonite, USACE Commanding General and 54th U.S. Army Chief of Engineers, discusses the recovery efforts in the Virgin Islands following Hurricane Irma.

Florida Keys’ Damage after Hurricane Irma

In the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, NBC News interviews Florida Key residents.

How to Clean Out Flooded Home after Events such as Hurricane Harvey

Inside Edition covers what homeowners should do and not do after flood damages their homes.

The Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

BBC Newsnight reports on the damage caused by Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas.

Tallest Skyscraper West of the Mississippi Opens in LA

The 1,100 feet tall Wilshire Grand Center is the latest skyscraper in Los Angeles, California.

Catastrophic Flooding in Houston, Texas

NBC News reports on the historic floods and the rescue efforts from Hurricane Harvey.

Strange History of 17th Century Structure in Atlantic Ocean

Did You Know? published a video about how and why France built a structure in the Atlantic Ocean in the 17th century.

Billionaire Continues to Keep Coastside Beach Closed Despite Court Order

According to CBS SF Bay Area news, Vinod Khosla has not yet opened the gate to allow public access to the beach, despite a judge ordering him to do so.

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