Florida Prepares For Another Major Hurricane | October, 2024

Summary

In this CNN 10 episode, key global headlines are covered, including the one-year anniversary of a deadly terrorist attack in Israel by Hamas, which sparked ongoing conflict. The U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term with important upcoming cases. Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm, threatens Florida, prompting evacuations and preparations. Pope Francis announces the creation of 21 new cardinals, expanding global representation in the Church. Local stories include a bat infestation at a university dorm in Arizona and a moose rescue from a pool in New Hampshire. The show ends with shoutouts to schools.

Takeaways

• 📰 Israel marked the anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack by Hamas, where nearly 1,200 people were killed, and 251 others kidnapped.
• ⚠️ Israel’s response to the attack has escalated into a war in Gaza, which has killed over 41,000 Palestinians, including 11,000 children.
• ⚖️ The US Supreme Court’s new term has begun, with cases lined up through June 2025 on topics like election disputes and presidential immunity.
• 🌪️ Hurricane Milton has strengthened to a Category 5 storm, prompting Florida residents to prepare as it’s expected to cause severe damage.
• 🏥 Florida’s Governor has declared a state of emergency in 51 counties and deployed over 800 Guardsmen for debris removal before the hurricane hits.
• ⛪ Pope Francis announced 21 new Cardinals, marking a strategic shift toward making the Church’s leadership more globally representative.
• 🦇 A bat infestation has forced 550 students to evacuate a dorm at Northern Arizona University, with some bats testing positive for rabies.
• 💡 Students in the affected dorm were instructed to check their belongings thoroughly, but no injuries have been reported.
• 🦌 A moose accidentally got trapped in a New Hampshire family’s pool but was safely freed by local authorities.
• 📣 CNN 10 gave a special shoutout to Hayes Middle School in Kansas and encouraged students to participate in Word Wednesday on social media.

Q & A

What significant event was commemorated in Israel on October 7th?

Israel marked the anniversary of the deadliest terrorist attack in its history, where Hamas killed nearly 1,200 people and kidnapped 251 others.

How many Palestinians have died in the war in Gaza, and what percentage were children?

More than 41,000 Palestinians have died, with 11,000 of them being children.

What important cases will the U.S. Supreme Court address in its new term?

The Supreme Court will hear cases on a wide range of topics, including disputes around Arizona's voting requirements and efforts to restore third-party candidates to ballots.

What preparations are being made in Florida for Hurricane Milton?

Officials are issuing evacuation orders, closing schools, and warning about storm surges and power outages. Florida is still recovering from the debris left by Hurricane Helen.

Who declared a state of emergency in Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton?

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in 51 counties and ordered debris management sites to remain open 24/7.

What is the smallest country in the world by both population and size?

The smallest country in the world by both population and size is Vatican City.

What did Pope Francis announce during his speech on the anniversary of the October 7th attacks?

Pope Francis announced the appointment of 21 new Cardinals, with a focus on representatives from various global regions, including Iran, Ukraine, Indonesia, and Japan.

How has Pope Francis changed the process of appointing Cardinals?

Pope Francis has shifted from the traditional practice of selecting Cardinals from certain areas, choosing instead from more far-flung regions of the Church to make the leadership more representative.

What issue is currently affecting a dorm at Northern Arizona University?

A cauldron of bats has taken over a dorm at Northern Arizona University, with one bat testing positive for rabies. Students have been asked to vacate the building.

What unusual event occurred in New Hampshire involving a buck?

A buck got stuck under a pool cover at a home in New Hampshire. Local police and fire departments removed the cover, allowing the buck to walk away to a nearby wooded area.