First Street
Coverage of First Street in the Nexus archive.
- Novato police searching for assault suspect that left man in hospital
The Novato Police Department announced they are searching for a suspect following an assault that resulted in a man being hospitalized on Monday. The incident occurred around noon near the intersection of Grant Avenue and First Street.
- Tornadoes pose bigger risk to homeowners than hurricanes, new research says
New research from First Street indicates that tornadoes and severe convective storms pose a greater risk to homeowners than hurricanes. Jeremy Porter, chief economist at First Street, discussed the findings on 'The Daily Report'.
- This summer’s heat is a live stress test for data centers — here’s what it’s revealing in real time
This summer's extreme heat and weather are stressing data centers globally, with incidents in Virginia, France, and Texas highlighting risks like power cuts and insurance costs. A study by First Street reveals 79% of data centers face high climate risks, impacting operations and costs despite record investments in the sector.
- FEMA told these families they weren’t in a flood zone. Then ice came through the windows
Families in northern Michigan were told by FEMA they weren’t in flood zones, but historic spring floods caused by heavy rains and snowmelt devastated homes, exposing flaws in outdated flood mapping. FEMA’s maps, which focus on river overflows and exclude rainfall-driven flooding, left thousands without financial protection as climate change increases extreme weather risks.
- Majority of datacenters are vulnerable to climate threats like floods and fires, study finds
A study reveals that nearly 80% of datacenters are exposed to extreme climate hazards like flooding, extreme winds, and wildfires. These risks threaten operations, increase downtime, and raise insurance and repair costs, according to research from climate risk analytics firm First Street.
- No maps, no insurance: Michigan floods expose lack of information, preparation in many rural areas
Michigan's rural areas, including Black Lake, faced historic floods exacerbated by outdated flood plain maps and lack of insurance. Residents were unaware of their flood risks as federal maps failed to account for heavy rainfall impacts, leading to widespread property damage and emergencies.
- No maps, no insurance: Michigan floods expose lack of information, preparation in many rural areas
Michigan's historic floods exposed gaps in flood insurance availability and outdated federal flood plain maps, leaving many rural residents unprepared. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) maps, which determine insurance requirements, lack coverage in less-populated areas and fail to account for rainfall-induced flooding exacerbated by climate change.
- Albany man accused of May shooting, kidnapping during arrest
An Albany man is accused of a May shooting on First Street and allegedly kidnapped a woman and her three children during his arrest. The incident occurred in Albany, and the suspect faces charges related to the shooting and kidnapping.
- Suspect in custody following East L.A. police chase, brief standoff
A suspect was taken into custody after a police chase and brief standoff in East Los Angeles. The incident occurred at Rowan Avenue near First Street, where a grey SUV was stopped in the middle of the road.