As a Weather Channel meteorologist of roughly 17 years, Abrams added that she and her team rode out the storm from a hotel in Panama City Beach.
Having covered many hurricanes throughout her career — so many that she couldn't recall an exact number — Abrams added that what she witnessed in the aftermath of Michael was unlike anything she had ever seen. To receive DUA benefits, all required documentation must be submitted within 21 days from the date the DUA application is filed. The purpose of disaster unemployment assistance is to help workers whose primary incomes are lost or interrupted by Hurricane Michael. o Hamilton will be closed Wednesday (10/10) and Thursday (10/11). o Gilchrist will be closed Tuesday (10/9) – Thursday (10/11). Businesses and residents in Bay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Leon, Liberty, Taylor, Wakulla and Washington counties may apply for DUA. The IRS extended deadlines that apply to filing returns, paying taxes, and performing certain other time-sensitive acts for certain taxpayers affected by Hurricane Michael. Washington — After additional disaster declarations by FEMA, the IRS has added more counties that are eligible for individual and public assistance in areas of Florida and Georgia affected by Hurricane Michael. The extension applies to deadlines - either an original or extended due date - that occurred on or after Oct. 9, 2018 and before Feb. 28, 2019. A hurricane watch is issued 48 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds. o Bay will be closed Tuesday (10/9) - Thursday (10/11). The help is also available to workers assisting with relief activities with a recognized government or philanthropic organization. An official website of the United States Government. DUA is available to Florida residents whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted as a direct result of Hurricane Michael which hit parts of the Panhandle last month. o Holmes will be closed Tuesday (10/9) – Thursday (10/11). Following FEMA declarations, the IRS has updated information on the Hurricane Michael page outlining additional counties now listed in Florida and Georgia for individual and public assistance. The deadline to register for this funding is Friday, November 20. o Gulf will be closed Tuesday (10/9) – Friday (10/12) and will re-open after Fall Break, on Wednesday, 10/17. o Wakulla will be closed Tuesday (10/9) – Friday (10/12). "If we can help anybody see what's happening, either in real time or after the event has happened, and can help prepare them for future events, I think that's inspiring," he added. We may see two hurricanes in Gulf of Mexico at the same time, GALLERY: Damage from Hurricane Michael in Mexico Beach, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The application deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has been extended to Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. The extension applies to deadlines - either an original or extended due date - that occurred on or after Oct. 9, 2018 and before Feb. 28, 2019. More: Tropical Storm Laura forms in Atlantic, Florida Panhandle in messy path, "It really is hard to comprehend that wind and rain can do such damage and tear things apart like it does," said Stephanie Abrams, an on-camera meteorologist for the Weather Channel featured in the episode.
o Jackson will be closed Tuesday (10/9) - Thursday (10/11). Georgia Families, or individuals dealing with stress and recovery after Hurricane Michael are eligible for free Crisis Counseling. Hurricane WATCH: An announcement that hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are possible somewhere within the specified coastal area. Tropical Storm WARNING: An announcement that tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are expected within the specified coastal area within 36 hours. o Washington will have early release Tuesday (10/9) and remain closed through Thursday (10/11). VOICES OF THE STORM: The stories of those who rode out Hurricane Michael, My Hurricane Michael story: a long walk through a destroyed city, Tropical Storm Laura forms in Atlantic, Florida Panhandle in messy path, Historical first? "It looked a lot like tornado damage," she said. o Florida State University will be closed Tuesday (10/9) – Friday (10/12). o Lafayette will be closed Wednesday (10/10) and Thursday (10/11). BAY COUNTY — Weather experts hope to shed some light on the destruction of Hurricane Michael in an upcoming TV special slated to air as part of an eight-episode series on weather phenomenons. © COPYRIGHT © FLORIDA DAILY | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. An official website of the United States Government.
They originally planned to cover the disaster from a house near Mexico Beach, but decided to relocate last minute as the storm drew closer and its winds got stronger. We provide you with the latest news and from all around the state. TALLAHASSEE, Fla.- Following Governor Rick Scott's request, President Donald Trumpissued a Major Disaster Declarationfor Hurricane Michael on Thursday. o Florida State University Schools (Florida High) will be closed Tuesday (10/9) – Friday (10/12). ", More: Historical first? o Union will be closed Wednesday (10/10) and Thursday (10/11). "I think that alone makes it extraordinarily unique," she said. The IRS extended deadlines that apply to filing returns, paying taxes, and performing certain other time-sensitive acts for certain taxpayers affected by Hurricane Michael. These firsthand accounts of experiencing Hurricane Michael's wrath will give you chills. Dubbed "Deadline to Disaster," the series highlights a handful of weather disasters, ranging from floods to tornadoes and hurricanes, using footage and interviews from those directly impacted.
"It was crazy how strong this thing was and how far inland that you had trees snap.".