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TimesLIVE
2 days ago
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- TimesLIVE
Hurricane Erick weakens to tropical storm over Mexico, leaves trail of damage
Erick weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall as a major hurricane on Mexico's southern Pacific coast on Thursday, leaving flooded streets, damaged boats and buildings in Oaxaca as authorities warned of dangerous rains. Erick made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near the resort town Puerto Escondido about 5:30am local time (1130 GMT). By midafternoon, it had slowed to a tropical storm as it moved inland, with sustained winds weakening to 50mph (85kph). In coastal towns, residents began clearing debris. 'There are many boats sunk here,' said fisherman Eduardo Gonzalez in Puerto Escondido. 'We're here to help our colleagues.' Officials cautioned that Erick's intense rains remained dangerous. 'Life-threatening flooding and mudslides are expected, especially in areas of steep terrain,' the US National Hurricane Center said, forecasting up to 8 inches (20cm) of rain for Guerrero state with up to 4 inches for its neighbouring Oaxaca and Michoacan states. Mexico's environment ministry also had warned of waves of up to 10 meters (33 feet). No deaths were immediately reported, Laura Velazquez, the head of Mexico's civil protection agency, said at a press conference. Two hospitals had suffered damage and power supply was compromised, she added. State-owned utility CFE reported that more than 123,000 users had lost power in Oaxaca, with service restored to 26% by late morning. Oaxaca Governor Salomon Jara said roads and highways were significantly damaged. Erick is the earliest major hurricane to make landfall in the eastern Pacific, meteorologists from AccuWeather said. 'Rapid intensification near coastal cities is a major concern this hurricane water temperatures continue to increase,' said Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather lead hurricane expert. Areas about Acapulco are especially vulnerable, AccuWeather said, as the beach town is still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Otis which hit in 2023.
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Climate
- The Advertiser
Erick weakens over Mexico, leaves trail of damage
Erick has weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall as a major hurricane on Mexico's southern Pacific coast, with authorities warning of dangerous rains. Erick made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near the resort town Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca around 5:30 am local time. Buildings and boats were damaged, and leaving areas strewn with debris, and streets were flooded. By mid-afternoon, it had slowed to a tropical storm as it moved inland, with sustained winds weakening to 85 kph. In coastal towns, residents began clearing the damage. "There are many boats sunk here," said fisherman Eduardo Gonzalez in Puerto Escondido. "We're here to help our colleagues." Officials cautioned that Erick's intense rains remained dangerous. "Life-threatening flooding and mudslides are expected, especially in areas of steep terrain," the US National Hurricane Centre said, forecasting up to 20 cm of rain for Guerrero state with around 10 cm for its neighbouring Oaxaca and Michoacan states. Mexico's environment ministry also warned of waves of up to 10 metres. No deaths were immediately reported, Laura Velazquez, the head of Mexico's civil protection agency, said at a press conference. Two hospitals had suffered damage and power supply was compromised, she added. State-owned utility CFE reported that more than 123,000 users had lost power in Oaxaca, with service restored to 26 per cent by late morning. Oaxaca Governor Salomon Jara said roads and highways were significantly damaged. Erick is the earliest major hurricane to make landfall in the eastern Pacific, meteorologists from AccuWeather said. "Rapid intensification near coastal cities is a major concern this hurricane water temperatures continue to increase," said Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather lead hurricane expert. Areas around Acapulco are especially vulnerable, AccuWeather said, as the beach town is still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Otis which hit in 2023. Erick has weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall as a major hurricane on Mexico's southern Pacific coast, with authorities warning of dangerous rains. Erick made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near the resort town Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca around 5:30 am local time. Buildings and boats were damaged, and leaving areas strewn with debris, and streets were flooded. By mid-afternoon, it had slowed to a tropical storm as it moved inland, with sustained winds weakening to 85 kph. In coastal towns, residents began clearing the damage. "There are many boats sunk here," said fisherman Eduardo Gonzalez in Puerto Escondido. "We're here to help our colleagues." Officials cautioned that Erick's intense rains remained dangerous. "Life-threatening flooding and mudslides are expected, especially in areas of steep terrain," the US National Hurricane Centre said, forecasting up to 20 cm of rain for Guerrero state with around 10 cm for its neighbouring Oaxaca and Michoacan states. Mexico's environment ministry also warned of waves of up to 10 metres. No deaths were immediately reported, Laura Velazquez, the head of Mexico's civil protection agency, said at a press conference. Two hospitals had suffered damage and power supply was compromised, she added. State-owned utility CFE reported that more than 123,000 users had lost power in Oaxaca, with service restored to 26 per cent by late morning. Oaxaca Governor Salomon Jara said roads and highways were significantly damaged. Erick is the earliest major hurricane to make landfall in the eastern Pacific, meteorologists from AccuWeather said. "Rapid intensification near coastal cities is a major concern this hurricane water temperatures continue to increase," said Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather lead hurricane expert. Areas around Acapulco are especially vulnerable, AccuWeather said, as the beach town is still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Otis which hit in 2023. Erick has weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall as a major hurricane on Mexico's southern Pacific coast, with authorities warning of dangerous rains. Erick made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near the resort town Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca around 5:30 am local time. Buildings and boats were damaged, and leaving areas strewn with debris, and streets were flooded. By mid-afternoon, it had slowed to a tropical storm as it moved inland, with sustained winds weakening to 85 kph. In coastal towns, residents began clearing the damage. "There are many boats sunk here," said fisherman Eduardo Gonzalez in Puerto Escondido. "We're here to help our colleagues." Officials cautioned that Erick's intense rains remained dangerous. "Life-threatening flooding and mudslides are expected, especially in areas of steep terrain," the US National Hurricane Centre said, forecasting up to 20 cm of rain for Guerrero state with around 10 cm for its neighbouring Oaxaca and Michoacan states. Mexico's environment ministry also warned of waves of up to 10 metres. No deaths were immediately reported, Laura Velazquez, the head of Mexico's civil protection agency, said at a press conference. Two hospitals had suffered damage and power supply was compromised, she added. State-owned utility CFE reported that more than 123,000 users had lost power in Oaxaca, with service restored to 26 per cent by late morning. Oaxaca Governor Salomon Jara said roads and highways were significantly damaged. Erick is the earliest major hurricane to make landfall in the eastern Pacific, meteorologists from AccuWeather said. "Rapid intensification near coastal cities is a major concern this hurricane water temperatures continue to increase," said Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather lead hurricane expert. Areas around Acapulco are especially vulnerable, AccuWeather said, as the beach town is still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Otis which hit in 2023. Erick has weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall as a major hurricane on Mexico's southern Pacific coast, with authorities warning of dangerous rains. Erick made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near the resort town Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca around 5:30 am local time. Buildings and boats were damaged, and leaving areas strewn with debris, and streets were flooded. By mid-afternoon, it had slowed to a tropical storm as it moved inland, with sustained winds weakening to 85 kph. In coastal towns, residents began clearing the damage. "There are many boats sunk here," said fisherman Eduardo Gonzalez in Puerto Escondido. "We're here to help our colleagues." Officials cautioned that Erick's intense rains remained dangerous. "Life-threatening flooding and mudslides are expected, especially in areas of steep terrain," the US National Hurricane Centre said, forecasting up to 20 cm of rain for Guerrero state with around 10 cm for its neighbouring Oaxaca and Michoacan states. Mexico's environment ministry also warned of waves of up to 10 metres. No deaths were immediately reported, Laura Velazquez, the head of Mexico's civil protection agency, said at a press conference. Two hospitals had suffered damage and power supply was compromised, she added. State-owned utility CFE reported that more than 123,000 users had lost power in Oaxaca, with service restored to 26 per cent by late morning. Oaxaca Governor Salomon Jara said roads and highways were significantly damaged. Erick is the earliest major hurricane to make landfall in the eastern Pacific, meteorologists from AccuWeather said. "Rapid intensification near coastal cities is a major concern this hurricane water temperatures continue to increase," said Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather lead hurricane expert. Areas around Acapulco are especially vulnerable, AccuWeather said, as the beach town is still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Otis which hit in 2023.
Business Upturn
03-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Cancer Support Community Announces New Board Leadership: Jonathan T. Marks Named Vice Chair, Scott Barr Appointed Secretary
Washington, D.C., June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Washington, D.C. — June 3, 2025 — The Cancer Support Community (CSC), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting and strengthening people impacted by cancer, proudly announces the election of Jonathan T. Marks as Vice Chair and Scott Barr as Secretary of its Board of Trustees. 'We are thrilled to welcome Jonathan and Scott into their new leadership roles,' said Sally Werner, CEO of Cancer Support Community. 'Their combined expertise in compliance and technology will be invaluable as we continue to evolve and meet the needs of our community. Their leadership reinforces our mission to uplift and strengthen those impacted by cancer.' Jonathan T. Marks, CPA, CFF, CITP, CGMA, CFE, and NACD Board Fellow, brings over 35 years of experience in forensic accounting and compliance. As a partner in BDO USA's Forensic Services practice, Marks has led numerous global investigations into fraud, bribery, and misconduct, while advising organizations on governance, risk management, and compliance strategies. He has served on CSC's Board of Trustees for several years and is also a longtime board member at CSC Greater Philadelphia, where he has helped strengthen local impact and programming. Read more about Jonathan T. Marks Scott Barr, a seasoned technology leader, has also served on CSC's Board of Trustees for many years. He has led technology practices at Booz Allen Hamilton, Maximus, Sierra7, and now serves as the COO of a large technology and engineering company. With more than 25 years of experience, Barr's strategic vision and technological insight will help CSC enhance and expand its digital infrastructure and services. Read more about Scott Barr 'Jonathan and Scott have already demonstrated their deep commitment to CSC's mission,' said Rich Mutell, Chair of the Board of Trustees. 'Their thoughtful perspectives and strategic insight will help guide our organization forward as we work to expand access, deepen impact, and uphold the values that define our community.' As CSC continues to build on its mission to uplift and strengthen people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care, the guidance of Marks and Barr will be pivotal. Their leadership helps advance CSC's vision: Everyone impacted by cancer receives the support they want and need throughout their experience. About Cancer Support Community CSC is a global nonprofit network with over 200 locations in 50 markets, including CSC and Gilda's Club centers as well as healthcare partnerships. These locations, along with a toll-free helpline, digital services, and award-winning education materials, provide more than $50 million in free support services to patients and families each year. Our Mission: CSC uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care. Our Vision: Everyone impacted by cancer receives the support they want and need throughout their experience. For more information, please visit . Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Scenthound Appoints Josh Lyon as Chief Operating Officer Amid Rapid National Expansion
Veteran Franchise Expert to Lead Operations and Drive Scalability to Make Routine Dog Wellness More Accessible JUPITER, Fla., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the pet industry continues to soar, Scenthound announces its next brand milestone with the appointment of Josh Lyon as Chief Operating Officer (COO). As the leading dog wellness franchise experiences rapid growth, Lyon is focused on scaling operational excellence by creating clarity, structure, and conditions that drive franchisee success and allow Scenthound to continue to thrive at all levels. About Josh Lyon: Lyon has been an integral part of the Scenthound team for the past four years, most recently serving as the brand's Vice President of Operations, and brings over 15 years of senior administration and operations management experience to the team. With a background in the fitness industry, Lyon has spent years building and scaling membership-driven brands, holding leadership roles with TITLE Boxing Club and serving as advisor to several emerging concepts at Franworth. He is an expert in developing systems that drive efficiency, consistency, and member satisfaction, demonstrated during his time at Hertz, where he launched and led a new concept under the company's Firefly brand. As a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and a current Scenthound franchisee, Lyon brings a unique dual perspective, understanding both the franchisee experience and how to best support it. Beyond his operational experience, Lyon is a passionate supporter of Scenthound's mission to make essential dog wellness services accessible and routine, which is a driving force behind his focus on accelerating the opening of new Scenters in key markets across the country. "Scenthound is growing fast, and it's growing with a clear and compelling purpose," said Lyon. "What excites me most is not just the pace of our expansion, but the values that drive it. I'm eager to continue this journey with a mission-driven organization that is making a meaningful difference in the lives of dogs and their families." With routine hygiene contributing to a dog's overall health, Lyon's leadership is instrumental in expanding Scenthound's reach and making dog wellness services more accessible. It also plays a crucial role in educating pet parents on the importance of routine, preventive care. "For the past four years, Josh has played a key role in driving the rapid growth of our brand," said Tim Vogel, Co-Founder and CEO of Scenthound. "His operational expertise and dedication to our vision will be instrumental as we continue to set the new standard in dog wellness." As category creators, Scenthound is changing the conversation from reactive to proactive care and defining a new narrative for an entire industry segment. The success of the dog wellness concept has not gone unnoticed as Scenthound recently made its debut on the prestigious Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list for 2025. Scenthound also ranked on Inc. 5000's 2024 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America for the fourth year in a row and was a finalist of South Florida Business Journal's 2023, 2024 and 2025 Business of the Year award. To learn more about the brand, visit or follow the brand on Instagram and LinkedIn. To find out more about franchise opportunities, visit About Scenthound Founded in 2015, Scenthound, the nation's first dog wellness franchise concept, offers monthly hygiene services for affordable and accessible routine dog care. With a unique focus on pet health and hygiene, the brand's services are elevated through the integration of innovative technology, including its proprietary S.C.E.N.T. Check® (Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth) detailing an assessment of each dog's external well-being following its monthly visit to a 'Scenter.' Today, Scenthound has finalized plans for over 300 franchised and corporate-owned locations across 26 states and is positioned for explosive growth across the U.S. For more information about Scenthound's unique membership offerings, visit or follow the brand on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. To find out more about franchise opportunities, visit MEDIA CONTACT: Taylor Castro, Fishman Public Relations, tcastro@ or (847) 945-1300 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Scenthound Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Suhasini Gotmare assumes charge as Accountant General (A&E)-II
Nagpur: , a seasoned officer of the Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IAAS) from the 2002 batch, officially assumed charge as the Accountant General (Accounts & Entitlement)-II, Nagpur. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She took over the post recently. A postgraduate in arts (MA), Gotmare brings with her over two decades of extensive experience in auditing and accounting, having served in various critical positions across the Indian Audit and Accounts Department. Her career is marked by significant contributions to enhancing , governance, and accountability in both domestic and international spheres. Gotmare holds several prestigious professional certifications, including that of a certified fraud examiner (CFE) and certified internal auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors. She is also certified by INTOSAI as a facilitation expert in and is widely recognised as a trainer and resource person in areas such as anti-fraud, contract audit, GST, receipt audit, and performance audit. Her international experience includes leading high-profile audits, such as the audit of sustainable development goals (SDGs) for the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in Nepal, Cambodia, and Thailand. She also conducted audits of fraud management systems at UNOPS headquarters in Denmark and participated in embassy audits in Israel and Bhutan. Gotmare served as a trainer for international auditors in Nanjing, China. In her earlier roles, she held important positions such as principal director of audit for Southeast Central Railway, and key roles in the offices of the Director General of Audit (Central Revenue) and Director General of Audit of Central Receipts in New Delhi. She was also part of the Indian delegation to a trilateral seminar in Suzdal, Russia, where she presented insights on auditing in the Indian transport sector, with a focus on Railways. With her rich background, Gotmare is expected to provide strong leadership and bring strategic insights to the Office of the Accountant General (A&E)-II, further strengthening public financial management in the state.
