Thousands Still Without Power After Powerful East Coast Storms

The storms that rocked the east coast last weekend and downed many trees, leading to damaged power lines, homes and roads, are a powerful reminder that even the simplest of preventative tree maintenance could come in handy as the U.S. prepares to experience more powerful storms throughout the summer. Read more from the Huffington Post.

East Coast Storms: Residents Struggling As Power Outages Continue

By Matthew Barakat, Associated Press

Across the eastern U.S., people are struggling through a third day of sweltering heat with no electricity. Their groceries are long gone, either used up in weekend cookouts or left to spoil in useless refrigerators. The usual frozen treats people turn to on a hot summer day have melted away.

The basics of daily life are difficult: Washing machines won't work without electricity, leading to some creative wardrobes. Bottled water has gone from luxury to necessity for people whose underground wells aren't pumping.

Storms that swept across the area late Friday left 22 people dead, and nearly 1.8 million people remained without power Monday evening. Utility companies say it could be days before the lights are on again.

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