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What Miami is talking about
What’s been one of the biggest post-Dorian discussions beyond the devastation in the Bahamas? Sharpies and storm maps.
After President Trump’s claim that Alabama would be impacted by Hurricane Dorian was debunked by Birmingham’s National Weather Service branch, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defended the president’s statement.
That defense, and a doctored map indicating the storm’s cone of uncertainty would extend to Alabama, is still sending shockwaves through the scientific community. Some Florida and SoFla-based meteorologists and experts are calling the incident “crazy.”
NOAA’s chief scientist is also calling for an investigation into the agency’s response, and reports say top NOAA staffers may have been threatened with being fired.
But shifting back to the people of the Bahamas, here’s where you can donate supplies and here’s info on where you can volunteer to help sort donations across the 305.
In other newsâŚ
Speaking of Bahamas aid⌠Gov. Ron DeSantis reported that Floridians â and corporations like Verizon, Delta Airlines and Publix â donated more than $11 million to relief efforts for the country after Dorian. (Miami Herald)
Island nations like the Bahamas are used to dealing with storms. Hurricanes have passed through over the years, but many longtime residents say they’ve never seen anything like Dorian. And as the country struggles with recovery, they’re hoping to continue improving coordination with the U.S. before the next big storm. (WLRN)
This ain’t a scene, it’s a concert announcement. Rock bands Fall Out Boy, Green Day and Weezer are coming together for a generation-spanning rock showcase at Hard Rock Stadium. But the show isn’t happening until next summer. Tickets go on sale next Friday and the long wait will give you plenty of time to find your Vans and torn cargo shorts. (Sun Sentinel)
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You said it
We’ve got some pretty sweet neighborhoods in Miami. But what if they were sweeter? Well, we decided to add a little more sugar by comparing some of them to classic donut flavors.
Let’s be real:Â doughn’t you wish the Salty Donut would prep a baker’s dozen of West Kendalls and South Beaches for you?
We’ll be creating more images like this one, so if there’s an item you’d like to see compared to other Miami neighborhoods, send an email to our illustrator, Haley Weaver!
Letâs get together
The New Tropic is working on a lot of events this month, and we don’t want you to miss out!
- If you are into mindfulness and guided meditation, join us at Zen Motel on Sept. 17: Grab your tickets here
- If you want to catch a discussion about the future of artists in Miami, join us at The Anderson on Sept. 24: Grab your tickets here
We are also working on our first-ever Miami Women’s Summit next month, if you’re really looking to plan ahead!
And members, check the member section for your code that will work across all events with varying discounts.
One more thing
We launched a new Civics 101 series earlier this week with a story all about how to make your voice heard at meetings around town. The next entry is coming out tomorrow, and it’ll be a dive into a sort-of wonky topic (think this Schoolhouse Rock! video but on a local level).
So make sure to check your inbox tomorrow morning! Have a great Hump Day, Miami.
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