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August 30, 2017 4:10 AM

Port Arthur: Harvey drama continues

Harvey continues to dump heavy rain along the Texas-Louisiana border.

by Paul Huttner

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August 29, 2017 5:06 PM

28 Minnesotans in Texas for Red Cross' hurricane aid

In addition to the Minnesota volunteers, more than 50 people from Wisconsin, about 30 Iowans and 19 people from North and South Dakota have traveled south to assist the recovery effort.

by Mark Steil and Tom Crann

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August 29, 2017 1:46 PM

18,000 pounds of sandbags weren't enough to protect this Houston home

"We did all that we could, but it would never have been enough," Kristin Massey wrote on Tuesday. She added, "I encourage everyone to continue to give manpower wherever they can."

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August 29, 2017 12:29 PM

51+ inches: Harvey breaks all-time continental USA tropical rainfall record

Harvey is now the wettest tropical cyclone in U.S. history.

by Paul Huttner

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August 29, 2017 6:41 AM

Most Harvey flood victims uninsured, face big bills alone

With Harvey, only two of 10 homeowners have coverage, estimates Robert Hunter, director of insurance at the Consumer Federation of America.

by The Associated Press

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August 29, 2017 6:34 AM

Wary Louisiana prepares for inundation by Harvey

Southwest Louisiana balanced on a knife's edge early Tuesday as Tropical Storm Harvey threatened to inundate the region with potentially disastrous flooding.

by The Associated Press

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August 29, 2017 6:08 AM

Harvey rain is heaviest in history; flood defenses strained

The mayor of Houston has imposed a 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew to ensure public safety.

by The Associated Press

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August 29, 2017 6:06 AM

Economic impact of Harvey could be felt nationwide before it's over

Hurricane Harvey has inflicted much human misery since Friday, and now its aftermath is causing economic harm. Experts say the flooding may end up damaging oil refineries and boosting gas prices.

by Jim Zarroli

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August 29, 2017 6:04 AM

Want to help Hurricane Harvey victims? Experts say donate cash

When a disaster strikes, people everywhere often are inspired to spring into action. But donating good or services rarely is a good idea, experts say, and even cash donations could be better targeted.

by Pam Fessler

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August 29, 2017 6:00 AM

Why didn't officials order the evacuation of Houston?

The specter of Hurricane Rita loomed large. In 2005, millions of people tried to flee Houston -- and spent hours trapped on hot, deadly roads.

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