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Zoo Miami's Ron Magill Recalls Hurricane Andrew's Devastation
Zoo Miami's Ron Magill reflects back on the damage caused by Hurricane Andrew.
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Zoo Miami's Ron Magill reflects back on the damage caused by Hurricane Andrew.
On August 24, 1992 a Category 5 monster Hurricane Andrew devastated South Florida turning its full force on South Miami-Dade County. Bill and Sandy Zinn's home in Homestead was completely destroyed, but the memories of Andrew live on.
Miami Herald photographers recall the stories behind their iconic images of Hurricane Andrew.
Surviving Hurricane Andrew was traumatic for most of those who lived through it, but especially for the children of Andrew who lost some of their innocence in the storm. In the months and years after the hurricane, some would run for cover in their homes when thunderstorms struck while others would have nightmares of another hurricane threatening South Florida.
While South Florida breathes a sigh of relief that no big storms have come near us this Atlantic Hurricane Season, many will also remember that 20-years ago this week Hurricane Andrew formed in the Atlantic and smashed into South Florida on August 24th causing billions in damage and dozens of deaths.
It may be hard to believe for some, but August 2012 marks 20 years since Hurricane Andrew stuck South Florida, changing the course of history in the area forever.
The City Commission of Miami-Dade County presented Neighbors 4 Neighbors with a special proclamation in honor of their upcoming 20th anniversary.
It may be hard to believe, but August will mark 20 years of Neighbors 4 Neighbors working to help those in need. N4N has decided to celebrate that milestone with what's it's calling a "Rocking Breakfast."
The new director of the National Hurricane Center has barely found the keys to his office, but he's already warning South Florida not to be complacent despite forecasts of what's being called an 'average' hurricane season.
Here we go again. Check your battery, water and canned food supplies. The 2012 Atlantic Hurricane season is officially underway.
Hurricane forecasters have improved their ability to predict where a storm will go since the time Hurricane Andrew made a catastrophic landfall in South Florida two decades ago, however, the ability to predict how bad, or intense a storm will be still eludes them.
If you lived in South Florida during Hurricane Andrew, you'll never forget it and the lessons learned from that catastrophic hurricane are being reexamined by Florida's emergency managers who are preparing for the upcoming tropical storm season.
Dr. William Gray has issued his first prediction for the Atlantic Hurricane season and the numbers predict a weaker season that should be about 25 percent less active than the long-term average.
CBS4's David Bernard continues his annual Holiday Homes Tour on Thursday, December 15th at the home of Hugh Wiedman and his family, at 13905 SW 72 Court in Palmetto Bay.
Zoo Miami officials are celebrating the highest attendance in the history of the park as they also welcomed some very special guests.
While South Florida breathes a sigh of relief concerning Hurricane Irene, now a Category 3 storm, heading toward the east coast, many also remember this day, 19-years ago, when Hurricane Andrew smashed into South Florida causing billions in damage and dozens of deaths.
South Florida is no stranger to outside help when it comes to disaster, and now it stands ready to help the states of Alabama and Georgia as they attempt to cope with the deadly tornadoes that ripped through the south Wednesday.
Neighbors 4 Neighbors became a hallmark of the recovery from Hurricane Andrew.
Today's Taste of the Town culinary adventure takes us to the heart of Little River
At least three people were killed and six others injured when a driver crashed into a Manhattan park Thursday night during a July 4th celebration, authorities said.
His cousin spoke with CBS News Miami at the scene of the crash, saying he's still contemplating the devastation he and the family are feeling.
New York might have its July 4 hotdog-eating contest, but competitors in Key West gobbled much sweeter fare.
If the rule is approved, it would apply to 36 million workers outdoors and indoor who are exposed to heat nationwide.
Today's Taste of the Town culinary adventure takes us to the heart of Little River
At least three people were killed and six others injured when a driver crashed into a Manhattan park Thursday night during a July 4th celebration, authorities said.
His cousin spoke with CBS News Miami at the scene of the crash, saying he's still contemplating the devastation he and the family are feeling.
New York might have its July 4 hotdog-eating contest, but competitors in Key West gobbled much sweeter fare.
If the rule is approved, it would apply to 36 million workers outdoors and indoor who are exposed to heat nationwide.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
The president honored Philip Shadrach and George Wilson for their "gallantry and intrepidity" during the "Great Locomotive Chase" of 1862.
"Let me say this as clearly as I possibly can and as simply and straightforward as I can: I am running. I'm the nominee of the Democratic Party. No one's pushing me out," the president told campaign staffers.
Following debate, age factors in, and race shifts in Trump's direction after the first 2024 presidential debate.
A 19-year-old and the club where she worked as a stripper have sued Florida's attorney general.
President Biden met with Democratic governors on Wednesday amid concerns over his debate performance last week.
Jim DeFede interviews Democrat Joe Saunders, who now finds himself with a last-minute challenger, his aunt Maureen Saunders Scott, who is demanding to be on the ballot as Moe Saunders.
Jim DeFede discusses the cuts with former Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber and Michel Hausmann, the artistic director of Miami New Drama.
Jim DeFede devotes the entire half-hour to social media influencer Alex Otaola, who wants to be the next mayor of Miami-Dade County.
Jim DeFede talks with a Miami Herald reporter who was inside the courtroom and provides us with a first-hand account of exactly went on, where cameras were not allowed.
Jim DeFede talks to Jason Pizzo, who represents the district where the greatest flood impacts were felt this week: coastal Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.
Health officials have issued an alert in the Florida Keys after two people were confirmed to have dengue fever.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
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The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
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One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
A 19-year-old and the club where she worked as a stripper have sued Florida's attorney general.
All over Florida, arts groups are scrambling to plug large budget gaps after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unexpectedly vetoed $32 million in arts funding.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.