Topic – Natural Disasters
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European railways thrive during air travel crisis
Most Europeans unaffected
Since many Europeans rely on trains for intercity travel, few were hurt by the airport closures. Most of the affected travelers were international visitors.
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Natural disasters increase in 2009
15 percent increase from 2008
860 natural catastrophes occurred worldwide in 2009, marking a 15 percent increase over the 750 disasters registered in 2008.
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HUD, state at standoff over Ike recovery funds
Galveston County underfunded
HUD and local officials say that the State of Texas has underfunded some counties, including Galveston, and overfunded others in east Texas.
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Don Brandon
TPC Interviews
The Chambers County Engineer discusses the region's growth, transportation planning, Chambers County's representation on TPC, and toll roads.
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Michael Hughes
TPC Interviews
The private-sector attorney, who represents the City of Galveston, discusses TPC's role, smart growth, and Hurricane Ike's effect on traffic in Galveston.
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Military analysts: climate change threatens US security
Darfur is one example
Food shortages, droughts, and catastrophic flooding could topple governments, feed terrorist movements, and destabilize regions across the globe.
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Federal report predicts dire climate consequences
"Strongest language ever"
The "strongest language ever" from the White House predicts downpours, droughts, declining crop yields, heat-related deaths, and coastal inundation.
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Residents voice frustrations over recent flooding
1300 Houston homes flooded
Some 40 Houstonians shared their stories at a City Council committee meeting on Monday morning, and the city will conduct public meetings in the affected areas.
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