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‘The Worst Is Not Yet Over for Southeast Texas,’ Governor Declares
After activating 14,000 members of the Texas National Guard, Gov. Abbott announced he was seeking an additional 10,000 National Guard members from other states. READ MORE EDITORIAL: Using Social Media for Emergencies
With emergency call centers overwhelmed, alternative ways to find rescue have become necessary, including social media, and it’s working. READ MORE Harvey Could Reshape How and Where Americans Build Their Homes
Hurricane Harvey has highlighted a climate debate that had mostly stayed out of public view — a debate that’s separate from the battle over greenhouse gas emissions, but more consequential to the lives of many Americans. READ MORE | 