HURRICANE EYE
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Oil prices little changed, concerns about damage from hurricane ease
Hurricane Beryl minimally impacted Texas oil production, lowering prices. Brent fell to $85.71, WTI to $82.28. Texas, producing 40% of U.S. oil, saw Corpus Christi Ship Channel reopen and Port of Houston resuming operations. Gulf Coast refineries reported minimal impact. A potential Middle East ceasefire in Gaza, with U.S. officials in Egypt for talks, influenced the market.
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Oil little changed as investors eye impact of storm Beryl on Texas
Oil prices held steady with Texas ports closed for Tropical Storm Beryl, a potential Category 2 hurricane. Brent at $86.65, WTI at $83.08. Analyst Tony Sycamore cited power outages, inventory draws, and rate cut hopes from easing inflation. Energy Information Administration data showed weekly draws, with unchanged Baker Hughes rigs. Key ports Corpus Christi and Houston closed.
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Hurricane Beryl strikes Jamaica as Caymans, Mexico brace for storm's impact
Devastation and resilience marked Hurricane Beryl's path, with casualties reported in multiple countries. President Maduro's somber announcement, alongside Cancun's preparations under Velazquez's guidance, highlights the severity of the impending storm.
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Hurricane Beryl kills five as it barrels towards Jamaica
Beryl is the first storm since US National Hurricane Center records began to reach the Category 4 level in June, and the earliest to reach Category 5 in July. A hurricane warning was in place for the island nation, according to the NHC, which said rain and flash flooding was to be expected in addition to the life-threatening wind and high water levels.
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'Extremely dangerous' Hurricane Beryl intensifies in Caribbean, eyeing Jamaica
Hurricane Beryl intensified to a Category 4 storm with winds up to 155 mph, moving across the southeastern Caribbean on Monday. Jamaica is near its path, prompting a hurricane warning. The storm has caused power outages and flooding in several Caribbean islands. Beryl is expected to bring heavy rain to Barbados and the Windward Islands. Climate change is believed to be intensifying such storms, contributing to an unusually active hurricane season. Jamaica and Mexico are preparing for Beryl's impact, with warnings of potential flash flooding and infrastructure damage.
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Hurricane tracker in USA: Forecast predicts two tropical storm systems, rains in parts
Two tropical storm systems are anticipated in the Gulf and Atlantic Ocean. There is a good probability of rainfall on the Texas coast.
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Hurricane Idalia hits Florida with 125 mph winds, flooding streets, snapping trees and cutting power
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Idalia intensifies into a 'catastrophic' storm: Here is how to stay safe, prepare for hurricane season and evacuations
As hurricane season approaches, it is essential to be well-prepared for potential natural disasters. The US National Hurricane Center has reported that Tropical Storm Idalia has intensified into a hurricane and is heading towards the Gulf coast of Florida. It is crucial to make a family plan, have an emergency kit ready, familiarize yourself with evacuation plans, and protect important documents and valuables.
Hurricane Idalia strengthens to Category 4 storm
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Hurricane Hilary to maintain ‘hurricane’ status after landfall in Southern California, heavy rainfall and flooding expected
The arrival of Hurricane Hilary is causing apprehension throughout Southern California as the area readies itself for substantial heavy rainfall and the potential for extensive flooding.
US weather update: Central areas from Louisiana to Florida likely to witness showers, thunderstorms
Central US areas of Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, and the western Florida Panhandle are most likely to experience rainfall and severe thunderstorm Monday and Tuesday.
Hurricane Nicole makes landfall on Florida's Treasure Coast. Check details
On November 9, Hurricane Nicole landed in Brevard County, and waves crashed against the Rikki Tiki Tavern on the Cocoa Beach Pier. Nicole may make landfall around the east coast of Florida.
NASA eyes November for launch attempt of Moon rocket
The US space agency, which was forced to postpone its latest liftoff attempt due to massive Hurricane Ian which hammered Florida this week, announced it was preparing its next launch window for between November 12 and November 27.
People trapped, 2.5M without power as Ian drenches Florida
Law enforcement officials in nearby Fort Myers received calls from people trapped in flooded homes or from worried relatives. Pleas were also posted on social media sites, some with video showing debris-covered water sloshing toward the eaves of their homes.
Video: Storm chaser Jim Cantore nearly blown away while reporting on Hurricane Ian
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No powerful hurricane by August in US. What does this indicate?
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Gold steady as investors eye Fed policy meet
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Hurricane Ida lashes Louisiana, knocks out New Orleans power
People in Louisiana woke up to a monster storm after Ida's top winds grew by 45 mph (72 kph) in five hours as the hurricane moved through some of the warmest ocean water in the world in the northern Gulf of Mexico.
Tropical cyclones in the Arabian Sea: Why are they increasing?
This is the first time since the start of satellite records in 1980 in India that there have been four consecutive years of pre-monsoon cyclones in the Arabian Sea.
Oil dips as IMF lowers global growth outlook; eyes on US hurricane
Brent crude futures were down 2 cents at $84.98 a barrel by 0049 GMT.
How a hurricane in US can hit your oil bill
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How forecasters got Irma damage so wrong
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Hurricane Irma slams into Florida, 3 dead
Storm surges pushed by a high tide were forecast to be as high as 15 feet (4.6 metres) for low-lying area along the state's southwest coast on Sunday.
How do hurricanes form? Know from NASA scientists
Washington, Sep 10 (IANS) Even as Hurricane Harvey left Texas bruised and Hurricane Irma began lashing Florida, NASA scientists have explained in a blog how hurricanes form and what steps the US space agency has taken to study the most violent storms on Earth.
High risks and de minimis rewards confront investors
Starting with Venezuela, holding and trading these bonds pose more risk than just a credit decision.
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