Twin hurricanes devastate Central America

Twin hurricanes devastate Central America

Dec 14, 2020 | International Crisis

Two hurricanes devastated Central America less than two weeks apart in November. The heavy rain and strong winds caused extensive wind damage and flooding in coastal areas. Landslides remain a concern from the unstable, saturated soil. “The beach washed away,” shared...
Hurricane Dorian Devastates the Bahamas

Hurricane Dorian Devastates the Bahamas

Oct 7, 2019 | Crisis Response

Hurricane Dorian crashed into the Bahamas on September 1 as a category 5 hurricane with winds of up to 185 mph. After making landfall, Dorian stalled over the islands but maintained severe winds for two days. The storm brought 30 inches of rain and a storm surge as...
Historic Flooding Devastates Texas

Historic Flooding Devastates Texas

Sep 12, 2017 | Texas

Hurricane Harvey blasted the coast of Texas on Friday night, August 25, bringing with it one of the worst flooding disasters in U.S. history. Over 50 inches of rain fell in parts of southeastern Texas. Heartrending stories are emerging from victims and emergency...
Rebuilding Begins for Hurricane Victims in Haiti

Rebuilding Begins for Hurricane Victims in Haiti

Dec 5, 2016 | Haiti

After weeks of preparation and research, CAM’s rebuilding project for Hurricane Matthew victims in Haiti is underway. Two bases have been set up in heavily affected areas. One base is in the seaside town of Jeremie. The other is in the mountains, where people have...