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Gage Jackson from Newsy presents top headlines, including Tropical Storm Isaias causing damage on the East Coast, the resignation of NYC's health commissioner due to pandemic response tensions, and massive explosions in Beirut. The storm led to tornadoes and fatalities, while the Beirut incident resulted in injuries and destruction. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming stories.

What natural disaster did Tropical Storm Isaias cause in North Carolina?

• Wildfire

• Flood

• Tornado

• Earthquake

Which states experienced tornadoes due to Tropical Storm Isaias?

• California, Nevada, Arizona

• Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi

• Florida, Georgia, South Carolina

• Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey

Why did New York City's health commissioner resign?

• Due to a personal health issue

• Because of a new job offer

• Retirement

• Tensions with the mayor over pandemic response

What change did Mayor Bill de Blasio make regarding the contact tracing program?

• Implemented a new digital tracking system

• Hired more health officials

• Transferred authority to the public hospital system

• Increased funding for the health department

What was reported to have caused the explosion in Beirut?

• A gas leak

• A fire at a firework warehouse

• An earthquake

• A terrorist attack