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How Trees protect Florida during a hurricane
SUMMARY: Florida’s trees play a crucial role in hurricane protection by acting as natural buffers. Forestry experts from Aurora, a major private landowner managing 1.7 million acres, emphasize that trees not only remove carbon dioxide—helping mitigate climate change—but also slow water flow and filter sediments during storms. These organic “flood walls” reduce flooding impact and property damage. For example, mangroves alone save over \$65 billion in damages annually and protect more than 15 million people worldwide. Companies like Aurora sell carbon credits to fund preservation efforts, aiming to create a healthier planet while defending communities from severe weather effects.
As the 2025 hurricane season rolls into its first month, most Floridians are busy boarding up windows and stocking up on supplies.
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Democrat Colin Allred is running again for US Senate in Texas
SUMMARY: Former Texas congressman Colin Allred has launched a U.S. Senate bid to challenge Republican Sen. John Cornyn, who faces a tough primary against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. This marks Allred’s second Senate run after narrowly losing to Sen. Ted Cruz last year in a record-spending race that failed to deliver a Democratic victory. Allred aims to end Texas Democrats’ 30-year statewide election drought, positioning himself as a moderate championing abortion rights and economic opportunity. Former astronaut Terry Virts also entered the Democratic race. The GOP primary remains contentious, with President Trump yet to endorse either Cornyn or Paxton.
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“A miracle”: Florida family captures dramatic rescue after 2 go overboard on Disney cruise
SUMMARY: A Florida family captured dramatic video of a rescue during a Disney Dream cruise when two people—a man and a child—went overboard. Caitlin Davis, a frequent Disney cruiser, described the terrifying moment as life rings were thrown, and a lifeboat quickly rescued the pair. Passengers witnessed the child wrapped in a towel and the man relieved after being pulled aboard. Disney praised its crew for their prompt, skilled response ensuring the safe return of both guests. Although details about the survivors’ relationship remain unknown, the incident was a rare but powerful reminder of unexpected dangers at sea.
A local family from Indian Rocks Beach said they were on the ship and captured video of the moments leading up to the rescue.
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Dad jumps into ocean after daughter falls from Disney cruise ship
SUMMARY: A young girl fell overboard from the Disney Dream cruise ship’s fourth deck while the ship was returning to Fort Lauderdale from the Bahamas. Her father immediately jumped into the ocean to save her. Passengers watched anxiously as the pair held onto each other, treading water until the crew quickly rescued them both. The fourth deck, known as the Promenade Deck, has no cabins and features lounges and theaters. The exact cause of the fall is unclear, though it reportedly happened during a selfie attempt. Both father and daughter are safe, and Disney praised the crew’s swift response.
A father jumped into the ocean Saturday to save his young daughter after she fell overboard from a Disney Cruise Line ship.
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