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California braces for another atmospheric river storm: As officials assess flood damage in the Central Coast and Central Valley, more rain moves in ...
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California braces for another atmospheric river storm: As officials assess flood damage in the Central Coast and Central Valley, more rain moves in ...
latimes.com/california/story/2023-03-12/central-coast-and-northern-california-prepare-for-the-next-storm
Imjin River: Gloucestershire soldiers' remains identified: The remains of two soldiers who died at the Battle of Imjin River have been identified.
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Search for Arian: Police pursue new lead of missing child from Bremervörde: A boy has been missing in Bremervörde since Monday evening. Hundreds have been ...
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Pilot reported fire on fuel-laden plane and tried to return to airport before deadly Alaska crash
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Thousands have to leave their homes: masses of water flood Nairobi after heavy rain
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At least 32 dead as flash floods sweep through half of Kenya: Neighborhoods submerged and residents stranded on roofs as downpours intensify.
cnn.com/2024/04/24/africa/kenya-flash-floods-intl-latam/
Plane crashes after takeoff in Alaska, bursts into flames: no survivors found: A plane carrying two people took off from the Fairbanks International Airport ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/23/alaska-plane-crash-fairbanks-tanana-river/73432644007/
How do trees and green spaces enhance our health? - Harvard Health: Trees enhance our lives by releasing oxygen, reducing pollution, and preventing ...
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Quick Glance: Benefits of Trees and Green Spaces on Health
- Trees contribute to reducing greenhouse gases and improving air quality.
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Alligator on runway at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida captured, released into nearby river
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Complaint filed in Koblenz: Ahrtal survivors defend themselves against the end of the investigation
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Dunn-Edwards Paints will move into some Kelly Moore Bay Area stores: Dunn-Edwards, a big paint retailer, will greatly widen its footprint in Northern California ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/23/economy-store-retail-paint-dunn-edwards-kelly-moore-jobs-real-estate/
Unstable nuclear-waste dams threaten fertile Central Asia heartland: Dams holding vast amounts of uranium mine tailings above the fertile Fergana valley in ...
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UAE announces $544m for repairs after record rains: DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates announced $544 million to repair the homes of Emirati families on Wednesday ...
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Watch: How this innovative flood-relief delivery helped Ajman residents - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE: Landlords, developers to bear main cost of property damages after extreme weather - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-landlords-developers-to-bear-primary-cost-for-property-damages-after-extreme-weather
Flood protection work on the Höllmühlbach in Urfahr completed: LINZ. In recent months, renovation measures have been carried out on the Höllmühlbach in Urfahr ...
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Earlier start to the asparagus season: Since the beginning of April, the familiar white bags have been roaming the sales tables in the Heidekreis again ...
wz-net.de/dorfmark/frueherer-start-spargelsaison-id230261.html
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London Eye set to become permanent fixture on capital's skyline for decades to come
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Huge solar farm to be built in floodplain despite fire hazard fears: 'Not one unit of electricity will go to the residents of Twigworth ...
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/gloucester-news/huge-solar-farm-built-floodplain-9244194
CDU politician criticizes the state government's response to the flood: CDU state parliament member Miesner is dissatisfied with the consequences the state ...
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UAE rains: Vehicle repair bills may go as high as Rs 9 lakh as owners battle insurance woes
indianexpress.com/article/world/uae-rains-vehicle-insurance-repair-estimate-9288830/
Kura announces road closures in Nairobi due to flooding: Motorists urged to be cautious while driving.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/nairobi/kura-announces-road-closures-in-nairobi-due-to-flooding-4601706
NASA releases satellite photos of Dubai and Abu Dhabi before and after record flooding
cnbc.com/2024/04/24/dubai-flood-nasa-releases-satellite-photos-of-record-uae-flooding.html
Crystal Rivers Mall, Mombasa Road, marooned by floodwater from River Athi after heavy rains
nation.africa/kenya/videos/crystal-rivers-mall-mombasa-road-marooned-by-floodwater-from-river-athi-after-heavy-rains-4601554
After severe flood damage, the Celler Badeland is working on getting the outdoor pool ready for the start of the season
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Russia's Epic Floods Expose Lack of Preparedness for Climate Crisis: When the water started rising sharply in Orenburg, a regional capital near Russia’s border ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/24/russias-epic-floods-expose-lack-of-preparedness-for-climate-crisis-a84943
Floods in Mansfeld-Südharz: Help through scrap - Sangerhäuser recycling company donates to victims of the Helme flood
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The Build issue: Who says we can’t still build things? In this issue: a look at the robots we’ve always wanted; a new model for space exploration; and efforts to ...
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What is the condition of the dikes after the flood?: It's routine twice a year: the dyke inspection in the southern part of the Heidekreis along the Aller and ...
wz-net.de/kirchwahlingen/zustand-deiche-hochwasser-id230122.html
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Save the trees along Las Olas Boulevard | Letters to the editor: Readers sound off against a makeover of Las Olas Boulevard that includes leveling the trees in ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/24/save-the-trees-along-the-las-olas-median-letters-to-the-editor/
Houston will have to spend more to fight flooding, court rules: Houston City Hall will need to use significantly more tax money to fight flooding with street and ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/drainage-budget-flooding-court-19418562.php
Video: UAE school director delivers books, laptops to flood-hit students - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-school-director-delivers-books-laptops-to-flood-hit-students
Banks, finance companies urged to defer loan repayments to help flood-hit residents I Times of Oman
timesofoman.com/article/144762-banks-finance-companies-urged-to-defer-loan-repayments-to-help-flood-hit-residents
Region Six officials mobilise efforts ahead of rainy season - Guyana Chronicle: Meteorologists have issued warnings of impending heavy rainfall ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/04/24/region-six-officials-mobilise-efforts-ahead-of-rainy-season/
Popular pub finally reopens months after being hit by devastating flood: The Royal Oak at Brandon is back open
coventrytelegraph.net/news/local-news/popular-pub-finally-reopens-months-29045207
Natural Resources Wales takes action with No Mow May: Natural Resources Wales will be doing its bit this May to help wildlife flourish.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24271001.natural-resources-wales-takes-action-no-mow-may/
Over 100,000 people evacuated: MORE than 100,000 people have been evacuated due to heavy rain and fatal floods in southern China, with the government issuing its ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/24/over-100000-people-evacuated
Floods in Hanover: Municipalities receive disaster software: flood, moorland or forest fires and storm damage: In the event of regionally limited emergencies ...
neuepresse.de/lokales/hannover/hochwasser-in-hannover-kommunen-bekommen-katastrophen-software-YZIPM73Z5VFCTJZJETDW4WSIOU.html
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Niger alerts residents to impending flooding: The Niger State Government has revealed its sensitisation efforts to residents in flood-prone areas on the need to ...
punchng.com/niger-alerts-residents-to-impending-flooding/
Have better disaster response system, not reactive Band-Aid: In an ideal situation, the arrival of the rainy season should portend good news to farmers.
nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/have-better-disaster-response-system-not-reactive-band-aid-4599808
Flood warning systems should be further developed, report warns: Storm Babet saw significant flooding in Cork in late October, and weather stations in the area ...
irishexaminer.com/news/politics/arid-41380795.html
Flood insurance in Harris County TX: Why it's important: How to prepare for this year's hurricane season across Houston and Harris County ...
houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/woodlands/article/flood-insurance-houston-hurricane-texas-19410874.php
Kenya Issues Flood Warning As Rains Cause Death, Displacement: Kenya has issued flood warnings as heavy rains pound the region.
allafrica.com/stories/202404230456.html
In bond election, Dallas seeks $52 million for flood control and storm drainage projects
dallasnews.com/news/2024/04/22/in-bond-election-dallas-seeks-52-million-for-flood-control-and-storm-drainage-projects/
More rain forecast for Kenya as flooding wreaks havoc | Africanews: It's estimated that over 100,000 people have been impacted by the above-average March to May ...
africanews.com/2024/04/23/more-rain-forecast-for-kenya-as-flooding-wreaks-havoc/
India faced double wrath of heatwave and water disasters in 2023: WMO: Asia remained the world's most disaster-hit region from weather, climate ...
business-standard.com/india-news/india-faced-double-wrath-of-heatwave-and-water-disasters-in-2023-wmo-124042300886_1.html
MP calls for action on overflowing sewage in Great Barford: MP met with Anglian Water and residents
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/mp-calls-for-action-on-overflowing-sewage-in-great-barford-4601447
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Harris County hopes mandatory flood buyouts can be a model for others: Flood buyouts are usually voluntary. Harris County's mandatory program has unearthed ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/housing/article/harris-county-flood-buyout-national-blueprint-18419908.php
San Diego may dramatically scale back Pure Water project: Where will the city purify and store wastewater during the second, more ambitious phase of the ...
sandiegouniontribune.com/news/politics/story/2024-04-21/san-diego-may-dramatically-scale-back-its-ambitious-pure-water-sewage-purification-plans-or-scrap-some-entirely
49-cabin holiday park on designated Site of Importance for Nature Conservation could ‘exacerbate flooding issues’
yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/49-cabin-holiday-park-on-designated-site-of-importance-for-nature-conservation-could-exacerbate-flooding-issues-4601128
Kazakhstan grappling with a fresh wave of flooding: Government vows to rebuild and compensate for lost property.
eurasianet.org/kazakhstan-grappling-with-a-fresh-wave-of-flooding
Unanimous yes: Grand Council approves loan for flood retention basins above Uerkheim - Zofinger Tagblatt
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After the 2021 floods: Bruges is preparing for the scenarios of the future: With special educational offers for students, information campaigns on climate and ...
come-on.de/luedenscheid/hochwasser-bruegge-schutz-klima-stadteil-information-umwelt-luedenscheid-93027707.html
SANDO RESIDENTS' FLOOD FEAR: Residents of Les Effort East, San Fernando are calling on the city corporation and Ministry of works to help them avoid severe ...
tv6tnt.com/news/7pmnews/sando-residents-flood-fear/article_6a6a27e0-0118-11ef-8e85-fb402a5aa457.html
UAE Floods Shown in Incredible Before-and-After Satellite Photos: Images show parts of the United Arab Emirates completely dry on April 3 and then covered in ...
newsweek.com/uae-floods-before-after-satellite-photos-1893191
Biden sets new target to protect vast US water sources: The Biden administration on Tuesday set a new goal to protect vast U.S. water sources ...
reuters.com/world/us/biden-sets-new-target-protect-vast-us-water-sources-2024-04-23/
Full Moon Floats: Georgia’s nighttime river trip you won’t want to miss: Kayakers are guided on a unique adventure down the Ocmulgee River under the light of a ...
ajc.com/things-to-do/travel/full-moon-floats-georgias-nighttime-river-trip-you-wont-want-to-miss/Q4VK3TYN4RG55N6AY2J6XJYWMA/
Uranium mines probably flooded: Russian flood region at risk of radioactive contamination
n-tv.de/panorama/Russischer-Flut-Region-droht-radioaktive-Verseuchung-article24893414.html
Before and after: See Dubai flooding from space: Unprecedented, torrential rainfall plunged parts of the United Arab Emirates underwater last week ...
cnn.com/2024/04/22/weather/dubai-flooding-before-after-satellite-climate/
Massive floods threaten tens of millions as intense rains batter southern China: Heavy rains hammered southern China on the weekend, flooding homes ...
cnn.com/2024/04/22/china/china-guangdong-floods-intl-hnk/
Look: Nasa releases images of UAE's flooded areas after heavy rains - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/look-nasa-releases-images-of-uaes-flooded-areas-after-heavy-rains
Quick Glance: Look: NASA Reveals Images of UAE's Flooded Areas After Heavy Rains
- The US space agency NASA has unveiled photos of flooded areas in the UAE following heavy rains that struck various parts of the Emirates.
- A 'slow-moving storm' system by NASA battered the Gulf states, dropping more rain in some cities than in a typical year.
- The images show that parts of Abu Dhabi were also inundated by the storms, with the Sheikh Zayed Road covered in water on April 19, along with flooded areas in Khalifa City and Zayed City visible.
- The unprecedented rains disrupted life in the country, but swift efforts from the government, public, and companies have helped the country quickly return to normalcy.
Sharjah flood-relief volunteers reach breaking point; members suffer from illness, exhaustion - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/sharjah-flood-relief-volunteers-reach-breaking-point-members-suffer-from-illness-exhaustion
Quick Glance: Sharjah Flood-Relief Volunteers Struggle with Exhaustion and Illness
- Hundreds of families in Sharjah affected by the floods are in dire need of help, while volunteers who have been aiding in flood relief for the past five days are now on the brink of burnout.
- Despite the arduous conditions, many volunteers are showing visible signs of exhaustion, while others have succumbed to illness due to prolonged exposure to contaminated waters.
- Efforts to pump out the floodwaters remain sluggish, with the stagnant, dirty water posing significant health risks and becoming a breeding ground for dangerous diseases and pathogens like dengue, cholera, and diarrhea.
- Efforts to alleviate the distress caused by the floods have also mobilized hundreds of volunteers from local organizations like Markaz Dubai, operating in areas such as Sharjah's industrial area, Al Majaz, Abu Shagara, and others.
Dubai, Sharjah private schools extend distance learning as students, teachers face post-flood challenges - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/dubai-private-schools-urged-to-extend-distance-learning-for-students-facing-post-flood-challenges
Heavy Rains and a Water Spout Hit Southern China: Bad weather in Guangdong Province forced evacuations as forecasters warned of more rain and potential flooding.
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/world/asia/china-rain-hong-kong-waterspout.html
UAE space tech to forecast heavy rains, floods; help in rescue missions - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-space-tech-to-forecast-heavy-rains-floods-help-in-rescue-missions
Quick Glance: More Rains in UAE from Tomorrow: Key Details
- Experts assure that the upcoming showers pose no concerns and are not comparable to last week's events.
- The country is gearing up for additional rainy conditions from Monday following record-breaking rainfall last week.
- The UAE, known for its arid climate, experienced an extraordinary event as heavy rain engulfed the nation, marking the most significant rainfall event in the past 75 years.
- The weather situation is expected to improve by Wednesday with a temperature drop of five to seven degrees.
Severe flooding expected in parts of southern China: State media has reported that flooding seen “once in a century” is expected in southern China ...
dw.com/en/severe-flooding-expected-in-parts-of-southern-china/a-68883271
Huge amounts of rain: More than 127 million people in China are threatened by floods
spiegel.de/panorama/china-mehr-als-127-millionen-menschen-in-guangdong-von-hochwasser-bedroht-a-ca5e3287-49d2-4cb7-9ad1-f0a2cb7da610
Massive river flooding expected in China’s Guangdong, threatening millions : BEIJING — Major rivers, waterways and reservoirs in China’s Guangdong province are ...
nbcnews.com/news/world/massive-river-flooding-expected-chinas-guangdong-threatening-millions-rcna148710
Quick Glance: Massive Flooding Threatens Millions in China's Guangdong
- Major rivers, waterways, and reservoirs in China's Guangdong province are at risk of dangerous floods, putting over 127 million people in jeopardy.
- Local weather officials highlighted the severity of the situation, with certain river sections experiencing rare spikes in water levels, prompting emergency responses.
- The province has been hit by heavy rainfall and strong winds due to severe convective weather, affecting various parts of China in recent weeks.
- Reports of flooding, evacuations, power outages, and school closures have emerged, signaling the need for emergency preparedness and relief efforts to mitigate the impact of the flooding.
WhatsApp number: Supplies, medicines for flood-affected families stuck in their homes in Sharjah
gulfnews.com/uae/whatsapp-number-supplies-medicines-for-flood-affected-families-stuck-in-their-homes-in-sharjah-1.1713854325039
Concern as heightened sexual activity reported in Busia IDP flood shelters: Some couples living in the camps have complained of a lack of privacy.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/busia/concern-as-heightened-sexual-activity-reported-in-busia-idp-flood-shelters-4600184
Residents and businesses in Brechin still recovering six months on from Storm Babet
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Rains, floods in UAE: Vehicle, property insurance rates could increase, says report - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/rains-floods-in-uae-vehicle-property-insurance-rates-could-increase-says-report
'Forced to break rules': Sharjah residents welcome traffic fine waiver announcement after flooding - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/forced-to-break-rules-sharjah-residents-welcome-traffic-fine-waiver-announcement-after-flooding
Tidal barrier has not yet secured final government approval: The barrier is expected to cost £220m to deliver
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/bridgwater-tidal-barrier-still-hasnt-9240384
Canal Number One $650M pump station to boost irrigation enhances agricultural productivity, flood mitigation - Guyana Chronicle
guyanachronicle.com/2024/04/23/canal-number-one-650m-pump-station-to-boost-irrigation-enhances-agricultural-productivity-flood-mitigation/
What's next for the climate? "Weather extremes are becoming normal": In 2023 there were more hot days and more rain in Europe than the long-term average ...
sn.at/panorama/wissen/wetterextreme-157210282
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States With Later Tax Filing Deadlines: Delaware, Hawaii and More: If you live in one of these states, make sure you know what your tax filing deadline is.
cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/states-with-later-tax-filing-deadlines-delaware-hawaii-and-more/
Red alert sounded in China amid fears of massive 'once a century' floods
wionews.com/world/red-alert-sounded-in-china-amid-fears-of-massive-once-a-century-floods-714109
Wolfsburg disaster protection: Pandemic and flood danger plan: Corona pandemic and flooding: Recently, several emergencies have caused special situations ...
waz-online.de/lokales/wolfsburg/katastrophenschutz-wolfsburg-pandemie-und-hochwasser-plan-zur-gefahr-U2S2IOTIYBCRLK4ADWWM5FW4JE.html
UAE: Insurance not approved? Vehicle repairs may cost up to Dh40,000 after heavy rains - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-insurance-not-approved-vehicle-repairs-may-cost-up-to-dh40000-after-heavy-rains
Only one person has received grant to elevate home two years after NSW northern rivers floods
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/22/resilient-homes-program-northern-rivers-house-raising
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