The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts three to seven major hurricanes this year. Major hurricanes are those Category 3, 4 and 5 storms that do the most damage--such as Hurricanes Andrew, Katrina, Rita and Wilma--with winds of more than 111 mph.
Fourth of July 2010 turned out to be no holiday for John Peters and his family. The morning of Independence Day, a fire broke out in the church below their apartment located in the Saint Albans section of Queens.
The global Red Cross network has helped almost 2 million Haitians. In six months, the American Red Cross has spent and has signed agreements to spend $148.5 million to meet the most urgent needs of earthquake survivors.
You can save the day by turning heartbreak into help--down the street, across the country, around the world. Donate now to the American Red Cross in Greater New York. Your support matters.
Summertime means activities and fun under the sun! Most people love to spend time outdoors in the sun, though some find it too hot and sticky. But everyone must be careful not to let a heat-related illness spoil the day.
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