Lawmakers hope to ease some environmental regulations so people can build more durable infrastructure and recover more quickly after January’s storms.
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Biden declares December storm a disaster in Maine, green-lighting repairs in 10 counties
The formal disaster declaration is expected to open up federal disaster relief funding in Maine counties hit hard by the storm.
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‘Pandemic of snow’ in Anchorage sets record for earliest arrival of 100 inches
The city is on track to break its all-time record of 134.5 inches.
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
FEMA isn’t ready for our new age of climate disasters
The federal agency dedicated to avoiding and responding to catastrophes needs structural changes to cope with growing threats.
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
How extreme cold still happens in a warming world
The world can expect fewer severe cold events as average temperatures rise, but people still need to be prepared for wintry blasts.
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
Blizzards are inescapable − but the most expensive winter storm damage is largely preventable
Costs quickly rise when things go wrong with roads, roofs and power lines. Many of those risks are also avoidable.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Reforms to U.S. disaster aid expose growing home insurance gap
Insurance rates are rising as costly disasters become more frequent.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Proposed bill would help Maine businesses recover from recent storms
Legislation backed by both parties would create a $50 million relief program for small businesses.
Posted inMaine
Icy conditions deliver delays and a slick morning commute
A serious crash was reported in South Portland. It’s not immediately clear if the icy conditions were a factor in the crash.
Posted inMaine, News
In aftermath of recent storms, communities face a rebuilding conundrum
They want repairs to piers and other infrastructure done quickly, but state officials and others want the repairs to take future storms into account, and that can be a longer process.