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Census to use satellite imagery to count new home builds | National

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2 months ago

December 24, 2024

www.thecentersquare.com – By Cole Lauterbach | The Center Square – 2024-12-24 11:30:00

SUMMARY: The U.S. Census Bureau has launched an experimental method to count new housing construction using satellite imagery, as announced on December 19. This approach replaces traditional data collection in selected areas, employing convolutional neural networks (CNNs) to analyze satellite images. The technology can identify various construction stages and types of buildings, including single-family and multi-family homes. The method will complement conventional data from local government offices, enhancing accuracy in housing statistics. The experimental approach is currently applied in District 7, covering Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana, which reported 14,100 new housing starts in November.

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Possible tornado hits Ada; storms cause flooding in Oklahoma City metro

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7 hours ago

March 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KOCO 5 News – 2025-03-04 08:09:20

SUMMARY: A tornado struck Ada this morning, causing significant damage, including a partially ripped-off school roof and scattered debris. Emergency services are responding to gas leaks and continue to assess damage reports. Additionally, flooding had caused a backup on I-35 near 63rd Street, which has now been cleared. In Oklahoma City, severe storms are moving east, and although a tornado watch remains for one county, this is expected to end soon. Winds are forecasted to gust up to 60 mph, raising safety concerns, particularly for high-profile vehicles. Cooler temperatures are anticipated over the next few days.

Possible tornado hits Ada; storms cause flooding in Oklahoma City metro

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Timeline: Storms bring a risk of tornadoes, damaging winds to Oklahoma (March 3, 2025)

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1 day ago

March 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KOCO 5 News – 2025-03-03 07:20:39

SUMMARY: Meteorologist Jonathan Conder reports a level two risk for severe storms tonight, potentially upgraded, with threats of damaging winds (70-80 mph) and a tornado risk. Hail is expected to be minimal, around one inch. The timeline indicates storms will begin around 10 PM, affecting northwestern Oklahoma, moving through Oklahoma City by 2 AM, and continuing east until 6 AM. A wind advisory warns of gusts up to 60 mph from Tuesday evening to Wednesday morning. Viewers are encouraged to stay informed by tuning in to Chief Meteorologist Damon Lane for updates on the evolving tornado index.

KOCO 5 Meteorologist Jonathan Conder says severe storms are expected tonight with a wind and tornado threat.

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Oklahoma Department State Department of Health hit with no confidence vote

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4 days ago

February 28, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KOCO 5 News – 2025-02-28 18:54:26

SUMMARY: Heartland Medical Direction, representing a third of Oklahoma’s EMS agencies, has sent a letter to Governor Kevin Stitt and other state leaders, citing consistent mismanagement and a lack of accountability within the state’s emergency medical services. Heartland claims this has compromised public safety and EMS care. Despite over a year of complaints to the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), no action has been taken. The OSDH responded, calling the move disappointing and stating they are engaging with willing partners to improve the state’s trauma system, focusing on collaboration with those open to meaningful discussions.