On Wednesday night, the University of Nebraska set the world record for the largest attendance at a women's sporting event, with 92,003 people filling Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to watch the Cornhuskers' volleyball match against Omaha. The event was part of a daylong celebration of the sport, which is immensely popular in the state, and included an exhibition between in-state Division II powers Nebraska-Kearney and Wayne State, followed by the Huskers' regular-season match. This historic moment for the university and milestone for women's sports around the world is a testament to the immense popularity of women's sports in the state.
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President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Wednesday, discussing the impact of Hurricane Idalia and the federal government's role in providing assistance to affected states. He also addressed the climate crisis, noting the importance of infrastructure improvements made during the Obama-Biden years. Biden concluded his remarks by emphasizing the need for the nation to work together to rebuild and recover from the storm, and to address the climate crisis.
Hurricane Idalia has caused major flight disruptions across Florida and beyond after making landfall on the state's Gulf Coast on Wednesday. The storm has caused over 1,000 flight cancellations and 900 delays, with Southwest Airlines being the most affected. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is encouraging travelers to check with their airlines for the latest flight information and to allow extra time to get to the airport. Airlines are also offering waivers for passengers who need to change their flights due to the storm.
Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm, becoming the first major hurricane to enter Apalachee Bay since modern record-keeping began in 1851. Casey DeSantis, wife of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, reported that a 100-year-old oak tree had fallen on the Governor's Mansion in Tallahassee, and the National Weather Service confirmed that no major hurricanes have ever moved through the Apalachee Bay in recorded history. Fortunately, no one was injured and Casey DeSantis expressed her prayers for everyone impacted by the storm.
Hurricane Idalia has made landfall in Florida, bringing heavy rains and winds. The Waffle House index is being used to measure the severity of the storm, with green, yellow and red ratings indicating the level of storm damage. At least five locations are in the red zone of the index, and it is important to stay informed and take all necessary precautions when a storm is approaching.
This article discusses Hurricane Idalia, the 8th major hurricane to hit the United States since 2017, which brought "catastrophic storm surge and damaging winds" to the Gulf Coast. Prior to 2017, the last major hurricane to make landfall on the mainland was Hurricane Wilma in 2005, making the past six years an extraordinary stretch of damaging hurricanes. The National Hurricane Center is warning residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to protect themselves and their property.
Residents of Florida's Big Bend region are bracing for the impact of Hurricane Idalia, which is expected to make landfall early Wednesday morning. The storm is expected to bring destructive winds, storm surge up to 16 feet, and potential life-threatening impacts. Governor Ron DeSantis has urged residents to take all necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.
Florida is bracing for the arrival of Hurricane Idalia, a dangerous Category 4 storm that is expected to bring life-threatening storm surges and rainfall. The king tide, a twice-yearly phenomenon caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun, could worsen the flooding. Residents in the Big Bend region are urged to take precautions and prepare for the storm, and the Environmental Protection Agency is warning people to be aware of the potential for flooding and to take steps to protect their homes and businesses.