Sentences with phrase «devastation of a hurricane»

House Ways and Means Chairman Kevin Brady is dealing with the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, he said, but it won't affect the timing on taxes.

Just as southern Texas began to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, Florida and the Caribbean soon endured Hurricane Irma, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic Ocean.

The island — plagued by the devastation of Hurricane Maria and still struggling to restore electricity — has been a US territory since 1898 but has long suffered from widespread American indifference toward, or ignorance of, Puerto Rico's situation.

But the risk for the island is that while the immediate devastation of Hurricane Maria is leading to a brief surge in attention, the subject of maritime regulation will likely soon slip back into its customary obscurity — dragging down Puerto Rico's economy more out of indifference than malice.

... Elia illegally crossed into the U.S. in 1999, after she fled the devastation of Hurricane Mitch, which killed 7,000 people in her native Honduras.

It is hard to imagine that two weeks ago, we were first watching the devastation of Hurricane Harvey unfold as it swept through Southeast Texas and Louisiana.

Since the devastation of Hurricane Maria, The Sato Project has evacuated over 300 dogs to safety and is working to keep families with their beloved pets, and to help the many animals left behind in the storm's aftermath.

Most of us — not all, I'm afraid — would stop short of blaming the citizens of New Orleans for the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, but that doesn't mean we don't moralize our suffering in other, more subtle ways.

To assert that God did not WILL the devastation of a hurricane, earthquake, etc. is not the same as asserting that God could speak to us THROUGH such an event.

A quote saying that the death and devastation of a hurricane is a blessing.

Only recently, the devastation of Hurricane Mitch in Central America was made much more tragic due to the rampant deforestation due to population pressures in those poor lands.

It is what he enjoys most about his job, so it is only natural that one of his favorite moments was when the hotel started bringing the employees back after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.

In 2006 he reigned as Rex, the first King of Carnival after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and served as an example of the resilience and determination of the city of New Orleans.

Out of the many favorite Windsor Court moments that come to mind, the one moment that stands out the most is being a part of the amazing reopening team after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.

A New Orleans native, Robert has worked in the city all his life; however, due to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Robert was forced to relocate.

Hernandez, whose family is one of thousands in Puerto Rico affected by the devastation of Hurricane Maria, exchanged text messages with his mother before taking batting practice for Game 5 of the NLCS.

Puerto Rico has been focused on its recovery since the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

Originally Walker, a Republican who has ignited a flashpoint for liberals and union advocates, was scheduled to appear at the New York City event on Nov. 1 last year, but the fundraiser was cancelled in the wake of the devastation of Hurricane Sandy.

«New York is home to more Puerto Ricans than any other state in the country, and our hearts break for our Puerto Rican brothers and sisters as they begin to rebuild after the unimaginable devastation of Hurricane Maria,» Cuomo said in a news release.

While Mr. Grimm easily won re-election in 2012 against Democrat Mark Murphy days after the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, the district supported President Barack Obama, giving hope to Democrats that Mr. Grimm, facing ongoing ethics inquiries, is vulnerable.

«New York is home to more Puerto Ricans than any other state in the country, and our hearts break for our Puerto Rican brothers and sisters as they begin to rebuild after the unimaginable devastation of Hurricane Maria,» Cuomo said.

We are trusting Congress to act accordingly on January 15th and pass the final $ 51 billion instrumental for long - term rebuilding in order for New Jersey, New York and our people to recover after the severe devastation of Hurricane Sandy.»

Puerto Rico's governor announced on Feb. 5 that he will pursue school privatization policies as the island continues to suffer from the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Responding to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Puerto Rico following the devastation of Hurricane Maria, County Executive Robert P. Astorino on Friday, September 29, will announce that he is launching a «Hurricane Relief for Puerto Rico» drive across Westchester County.

«We not only have assets, but valuable experience on how to rebuild and recover following the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, and we are going to help in any way we can,» he said.

Enid Rosa and her two children called Rincon, Puerto Rico home and are now living in Spring Valley after the devastation of the hurricane.

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Responding to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Puerto Rico following the devastation of Hurricane Maria, County Executive Robert P.

The governor today remembered the devastation of Hurricane Irene while also highlighting New York's work to recover from the 2011 storm.

«In his latest attempt to distract voters from his abysmal record on jobs and his failure to grow Connecticut's economy, Governor Malloy manages to exploit both the Newtown tragedy and the devastation of Hurricane Sandy for political gain,» state Republican Party Chair Jerry Labriola Jr. wrote in a statement.

Fifty - three troopers arrived in Puerto Rico on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017, to assist with law enforcement and humanitarian aid efforts as the U.S. territory recovers from the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

Members of the New York State Police arrive in Puerto Rico on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017, to assist with law enforcement efforts as the U.S. territory recovers from the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

In response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Davis, who grew up in Mississippi, designed a 106 - foot - tall piece that is both a work of art and an act of defiance.

As we all witness the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, we are reminded of the power and responsibility of local broadcasters to serve those in need.

He pointed to hurricanes, an icon for Mr. Gore, who highlights the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and cites research suggesting that global warming will cause both storm frequency and deadliness to rise.

The American Astronomical Society recognizes and applauds the resourcefulness and resilience of the staff of the National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center, home to the Arecibo Observatory, in the wake of the devastation of Hurricane Maria, even as budget uncertainty threatened future operations.

Many community residents signed up as job sites because their houses required repair or cleanup after the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.

Weingarten's protest plan to shut down schools comes after she protested Puerto Rico's decision to close 238 schools last week in the aftermath of the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

NEW ORLEANS — The devastation of Hurricane Katrina four years ago brought with it many changes for this city, but perhaps its most enduring mark may be the new charter school system that came cascading in during the storm's aftermath.

NEW ORLEANS - The devastation of Hurricane Katrina four years ago brought with it many changes for this city, but perhaps its most enduring mark may be the new charter school system that came cascading in during the storm's aftermath...

He oversaw the wholesale privatization of the New Orleans Public Schools following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in which he turned almost all of the public schools over to charter school operators.

Ruba, a teenager in civil - rights - era Mississippi, uses the voodoo skills her Haitian grandmother taught her to fight the devastation of Hurricane Camille.

Following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, the city has experienced a slow but steady resurgence and its population has grown in recent years.

Since the devastation of Hurricane Maria, The Sato Project has evacuated over 300 dogs to safety and is working to keep families with their beloved pets, and to help the many animals left behind in the storm's aftermath.

IndyHumane will help transport, care for and find new homes for the pets left homeless by the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

The veterinary industry has responded to the devastation of Hurricane Harvey by donating millions of dollars in cash and supplies to help animals and people.

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Sept. 22, 2017)-- On Friday, Sept. 15, Dutch Bros greater Phoenix raised $ 26,500 for the Justin J. Watt Foundation, a nonprofit focusing on rebuilding Houston following the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.

In August, we witnessed the devastation of Hurricane Harvey as it wreaked havoc across south Texas.

As Houston grapples with the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, Texas lawmakers are vowing to be tough on anyone caught looting after the city's police chief reported some thefts and armed robberies.

Valparaiso's Joe Burton knows he and his family members were among the fortunate people.The 6 - foot - 6 junior swingman, a Houston - area native, is beyond thankful he can offer a degree of levity within the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.Burton, who...

After the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, local Emergency Management teams are now required by Federal Law to have readiness plans and resources available to help citizens and their pets in the event of a disaster.