Topic: Hurricane Rita

Carmageddon? Please! Four of the world's worst traffic jams.

The 10-mile shutdown of Interstate 405 this weekend in Southern California is being called 'carmageddon.' Will Los Angeles set the new world record for worst traffic jam? Here are four of the worst traffic jams worldwide.
07/15/2011 09:47 pm

Will hurricane Earl rate in Top 10 most expensive hurricanes?

Hurricane Earl is threatening Cape Cod's expensive real estate. But it takes a lot more to be one of America's Top 10 costliest hurricanes. Which hurricanes made the list? Click the right arrow to see.
09/03/2010 01:03 pm

BP oil spill: How to save wetlands? Set them on fire, maybe.

The BP oil spill is moving into Louisiana's wetlands – a worst-case scenario for wildlife and the fishing industry. There is no perfect solution, scientists say, but a controlled burn is one option.
05/24/2010 08:29 pm

In Pictures Huge hurricanes

Defying Ike: Why 140,000 stayed behind

They weathered the hurricane against the orders of authorities, to protect their property and way of life
09/19/2008 01:00 am

As Ike made clear, better storm-surge forecasting can't come soon enough

Since 2005, scientists have redoubled research to improve understanding of the surge hazard.
09/17/2008 01:00 am