As part of an op-ed series, FIU News shares the expertise and diverse perspectives of members of the university community. In this piece, meteorologist Erik Salna offers important insight about what last year’s hurricane season can teach us for this year’s. Salna is the associate director for Education and Outreach with the FIU International Hurricane Research Center […]
#FIUstrong: Hurricane Michael relief efforts
The following message was sent the university community on Tuesday, October 23: Nearly two weeks ago, Hurricane Michael devastated areas of the Florida Panhandle leaving 36 dead and tens of thousands displaced or homeless. Our hearts go out to all of those impacted by this storm that rivaled Hurricane Andrew in its strength and power. […]