Insurance claims surge after deadly Pittsburgh storm

Insurance claims surge after deadly Pittsburgh storm

The aftermath of Tuesday’s deadly storm was still being tallied on Friday — not just in downed trees and power lines — but in a flood...

The Challenge of Overhauling FEMA In a Climate Changed World

Severe storms hit the Pittsburgh area earlier this week—killing three and causing widespread power outages in the region.   It’s the latest in a string of deadly storms in the U.S.—at least 24 people were killed after storms hit the south and midwest in early April, and at least 32 people were killed when storms swept through much of the country in mid-March. Following both storms, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), stepped in to pr…

Power slowly being restored after deadly derecho tears through Ohio, Pennsylvania – CLG News

Power slowly being restored after deadly derecho tears through Ohio, Pennsylvania | 1 May 2025 | A line of severe thunderstorms evolved into a derecho Tuesday evening, bringing destructive wind gusts across parts of the Ohio Valley and interior Northeast, leading to at least three deaths and power outages for hundreds of thousands. By Thursday afternoon, at least 200,000 customers — mostly in Pennsylvania — were still without power, down from ar…

Deadly weather kills 2 in Pennsylvania; thousands still without power

More than 200,000 customers remain without power in the Pittsburgh area after a storm brought tornado-level winds.

No power? For radio, that can be a major problem.

Tuesday Afternoon: Major storms swept through the Western Pennsylvania region, with winds reaching the intensity of a weak hurricane, though the duration was brief. Saturday Morning: Many are still feeling the aftermath, including downed trees, power lines, and damaged homes and vehicles. And let’s not forget the thousands of dollars in food lost due to power outages. For those still without power, we extend our heartfelt support and hope you re…