Storm Ophelia Helps Harvest Cider Crop Cider orchards in County Tipperary, Ireland, received a helping hand from Mother Nature in the form of Hurricane Ophelia. The powerful storm, which struck Ireland last week, brought fierce winds that dislodged thousands of apples from the trees. When the storm subsided, staff at the Bulmers orchard in Clonmel were met with an … [Read more...] about A farm turned into a carpet of apples after Hurricane Ophelia in Ireland
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Texas Faces More Flooding as Rivers Reach Hurricane Harvey Levels
At least 224 people have been rescued from homes and vehicles in Harris County, Texas, after days of heavy rain caused rivers to overflow and flood homes. Thankfully, no deaths or serious injuries have been reported. The situation is particularly dire in areas north of Houston, where some communities have received nearly two months' worth of rain in a short period. This … [Read more...] about Texas Faces More Flooding as Rivers Reach Hurricane Harvey Levels