Iowa's Derecho Related Crop Losses On The Rise
As farmers try and harvest downed crops, losses from the August 10th derecho continue to rise.
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The Derecho has Officially Been Declared as a ‘Billion-Dollar Disaster”
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, the August 10th Derecho has been officially declared as a 'Billion-Dollar" Disaster.
So far this year the US has seen 16 disasters each resulting in damages of over a billion dollars...
So far this year the US has seen 16 disasters each resulting in damages of over a billion dollars...
Iowans Producing a "Mixtape" for Derecho Relief
Musicians from everywhere can submit now for the collection available to download October 2.
USHL Announces RoughRiders & Capitols Will *NOT* Play This Season
To say this year has been full of disappointments is an understatement. In breaking news today, the coronavirus and the derecho storm that swept through the state of Iowa on August 10th are teaming up, so to speak, to cancel two hockey team's seasons.
Linn County Emergency Management Ignored Help After Derecho
The Linn County Emergency Management Coordinator ignored and denied help after the derecho. That help could have helped thousands find food and shelter.
FEMA Giving Financial Assistance To Iowa Homeowners & Renters
These grants are to assistance in derecho recovery.
Peak Wind Gusts From Derecho Now Estimated at 140 mph
Current estimated max wind speed is at 140 mph in the Cedar Rapids area.
National TV Host Puts Spotlight on C.R. and Local Nonprofit
Mike Rowe is using his national multi-media platform to bring attention to Cedar Rapids and a local area nonprofit helping following the devastating Iowa storm.