Monster Hurricane Ian hammers Florida

Port Charlotte, United States, Sept 28 (AFP/APP):Heavy winds and rain pummelled Florida on Wednesday as Hurricane Ian intensified to just shy of the strongest Category 5 level, threatening to wreak “catastrophic” destruction on the southern US state. Forecasters warned of a looming once-in-a-generation calamity, with […]

Cuba issues cyclone alert as Hurricane Ian nears

Havana, Sept 26 (AFP/APP):Cuba on Monday declared a cyclone alert in its six most western provinces as fast-approaching Hurricane Ian strengthened rapidly, with Florida also ramping up preparations ahead of a possible hit. Authorities in Havana said they were ready to evacuate those from the […]

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