Patricia is bearing down on Mexico, but its economic impact will likely be minimal.

The odds are similar to those faced by investors who bet on distressed assets.

Without the occasional natural disaster, insurance companies must compete on price.

Hurricane Awareness Week kicks off.

More than a year after Hurricane Irene devastated much of Vermont, many homeowners are still waiting on federal relief money.

Utilities spent billions a year ago repairing lines and equipment damaged by storms Irene and Alfred — and were roundly criticizing for leaving many people without power for days. They're intent on being prepared for Sandy.

How have the changes to New Orleans' newspaper affected its ability to cover Hurricane Isaac? NOLA.com's James O'Byrne discusses the Times-Picayune's digital strategy.

There's a hurricane warning in effect on the Gulf Coast, and tropical storm Isaac has already shut down oil and gas operations in the area.