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Heavy rain causes another historic flood on North Carolina’s coast: The blame for recurring floods of a lifetime can be placed on rising temperatures because of ...
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Floods: How can we protect ourselves from floods?: As a result of global warming, severe floods will become more frequent in the future ...
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Florida coast facing historic flood threat from Hurricane Milton: The hurricane is headed for Tampa Bay, one of the most vulnerable areas of the country to ...
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Quick Glance: Hurricane Milton: 17 Dead and Ongoing Challenges
- Hurricane Milton has claimed at least 17 lives in Florida, with the majority of fatalities occurring in St. Lucie and Volusia counties.
- Over 77% of gas stations in Tampa are without fuel, leading to tensions at the stations.
- President Biden is set to visit Florida on Sunday as recovery efforts continue after the storm.
- The Florida National Guard has rescued 330 people and 39 animals, and dry weather is expected for the upcoming week.
Federal flood maps underestimated risk in areas hit hardest by Hurricane Helene: A Washington Post analysis shows how federal flood maps underestimated the risk ...
washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/10/13/fema-flood-maps-hurricane-helene/
Hurricane Milton Was a Test: Hurricane Milton was a test of the state’s coast, which has everything to recommend it, except the growing risk of flooding.
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Hurricane Milton projected to reach category 4 strength before landfall in Florida
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First deaths reported as Hurricane Milton batters Florida with tornadoes, floods and storm surges
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Homeowners hit by Helene face the grim task of rebuilding without flood insurance
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How Helene and Milton were supercharged by climate change: As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida's central west coast, residents are preparing for the worst ...
npr.org/2024/10/09/1210938587/how-helene-and-milton-were-supercharged-by-climate-change
Dolly Parton, Walmart announce millions in donations to Helene victims: East Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton is expected to offer her assistance to help with the ...
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Quick Glance: Dolly Parton and Walmart Aid Flood Victims
- Dolly Parton announced a $1 million donation for flood relief efforts in Newport, Tennessee.
- Her Dollywood Foundation and businesses matched this, increasing the total to $2 million.
- Walmart and the Walmart Foundation also pledged $10 million for relief efforts in affected states.
- Parton highlighted the importance of community support and vowed to assist those in need.
Typhoon Krathon to make landfall in southern Taiwan Wednesday | Taiwan News | Oct. 1, 2024 11:25
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Quick Glance: Typhoon Krathon Strikes Taiwan, Leaving Two Dead
- Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on Thursday, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall.
- At least two fatalities were reported, alongside thousands of evacuations and the closure of schools and businesses.
- The weather agency cautioned that strong winds and rainfall would persist even after Krathon was downgraded to a tropical storm.
- Prior to hitting Taiwan, the typhoon caused significant damage in the Philippines, resulting in one death and numerous injuries.
UK weather: Hurricane Kirk aftermath could bring snow, strong winds and heavy rain to British shores
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Rapid analysis finds climate change’s fingerprint on Hurricane Helene: 3° C of warming means rainfall like this may now be expected every 70 years.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/10/helenes-carolina-rainfall-made-70-percent-more-likely-by-climate-change/
Flooding Ravages Thai District Known for Elephant Parks: Two people have died following the intense rains that inundated the city of Chiang Mai and surrounding ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/09/world/asia/thailand-flooding-elephants.html
Historic Biltmore Estate shutters after floods from Hurricane Helene ravage Asheville
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Quick Glance: Biltmore Estate Faces Hurricane Helene Aftermath
- The Biltmore Estate in North Carolina suffered significant flooding and wind damage due to the remnants of Hurricane Helene.
- At least 72 fatalities and 200 missing persons were reported in Buncombe County, home to the 8,000-acre estate.
- The estate announced it would remain closed until at least October 15 as cleanup and repair efforts continue.
- The region is still grappling with the storm's impact, including damage to critical factories and utility services.
Hurricane Milton live updates: Florida hit by widespread outages: Multiple fatalities have been reported after Hurricane Milton-spawned tornadoes across Florida.
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Chiang Mai: Elephants drown in floods in Thailand: In northern Thailand, the flood situation around the world-famous temple city of Chiang Mai has worsened ...
rp-online.de/panorama/ausland/chiang-mai-elefanten-bei-hochwasser-in-thailand-ertrunken_aid-119669129
'Stay and you're gonna die': Florida braces for 'catastrophic' hurricane Milton | ITV News
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14 dead in landslides and floods in Bosnia-Herzegovina: Heavy rain has caused the rivers in the area around Mostar to swell. Numerous houses were flooded ...
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Quick Glance: Devastating Floods in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- In Bosnia and Herzegovina, at least 18 people have died due to floods and landslides, with many more missing.
- The mountainous area north of Mostar has been severely affected, with a mudslide in Jablanica resulting in 16 fatalities.
- Rescue teams have evacuated several individuals by boat, as infrastructure in many regions has been heavily damaged.
- Authorities are warning of a serious situation exacerbated by climate change and extreme weather conditions.
Peter Kloeppel gets caught in the middle of the hurricane: This is how the RTL star is doing
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Milton Strengthens to a Hurricane as Florida Braces for Its Impacts: Milton is a Category 4 storm and is expected to reach Florida’s Gulf Coast in the middle of ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/10/05/weather/milton-hurricane-florida
Quick Glance: Hurricanes and Their Dangers: A New Perspective
- Hurricanes cause significant damage and fatalities not only through wind but also through rain-induced flooding.
- Inland flooding accounts for a major share of hurricane-related deaths, while traditional categorization focuses solely on wind speeds.
- Public awareness regarding the risks of heavy rainfall and extreme flooding needs improvement, as the current categorization is insufficient.
- Future forecasts are set to incorporate updated rainfall data to better communicate threats in a changing climate.
‘Gators, stingrays, snakes’: Floridians urged to avoid floodwaters: “It’s definitely something to be aware of and keep on your mind.”
newsnationnow.com/us-news/southeast/floridians-urged-to-avoid-floodwaters/
'Stay and you're gonna die': Florida braces for 'catastrophic' hurricane Milton | ITV News
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For Thousands of Dams Facing Climate Impacts, an Uncertain Fate: As dams built in the mid-20th century age and risk failure during major rainstorms ...
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Elephants escape flash floods in Thailand: BANGKOK — A well-known elephant sanctuary in Thailand appealed for help on Friday after torrential flash floods forced ...
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Nine Dunedin homes red-stickered: Nine homes have been red-stickered in Dunedin following the storm which battered coastal Otago this week ...
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A look at Hurricane Helene's destruction: North Carolina before and after the storm
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Quick Glance: Biden and Harris Assess Damage Post-Hurricane Helene
- President Biden and Vice President Harris are visiting the storm-affected states of the Carolinas and Georgia, where over a million people are without power.
- The storm claimed at least 155 lives and left hundreds missing, causing severe destruction across multiple states.
- Biden announced the deployment of 1,000 active-duty soldiers to assist with emergency response efforts in North Carolina.
- Harris is visiting Georgia to review crisis response, while the administration's handling of the disaster plays a crucial role ahead of the upcoming elections.
Two elephants die in flash flooding in northern Thailand: Flooding in Chiang Mai's city centre also shuttered the central train station and forced tourists to ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/chiang-mai-thailand-nature-park-elephants-die-flooding-4661451
House GOP chairman demands FEMA accountability for Hurricane Helene after storm claims more than 200 lives
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Quick Glance: FEMA Warns of Hurricane Misinformation Crisis
- FEMA warned that falsehoods regarding hurricanes significantly hinder their response efforts and endanger countless lives.
- Administrator Deanne Criswell stated that the level of misinformation has reached unprecedented heights, negatively affecting first responders' morale and public willingness to seek aid.
- Criswell criticized the political narratives surrounding FEMA's response to Hurricane Helene, emphasizing that they prioritize politics over helping those in need.
- The agency noted that misinformation undermines trust in first responders and cautioned against further confusion arising from unreliable information following recent storms.
Hurricane Milton's storm surge could be a major problem for Tampa Bay: Tampa Bay – the nation's most vulnerable metro area to storm surge – could be about to see ...
usatoday.com/story/news/weather/2024/10/07/hurricane-milton-tampa-bay-metro-are-storm-surge-floods/75554906007/
Rush to clear debris as Milton expected to be 'major hurricane' aimed for Florida's west coast: DeSantis
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Helene death toll climbs past 230, AP reports: More than 230 people have been killed from Hurricane Helene, which unleashed devastation across Florida, Georgia ...
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Quick Glance: Biden deploys 500 troops to aid Helene recovery
- President Biden ordered 500 additional active-duty troops to North Carolina to assist in recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.
- This brings the total troop count to nearly 1,500, following nearly 1,000 soldiers deployed last week.
- In addition to active troops, over 6,100 National Guard members and more than 7,000 federal personnel are also assisting.
- The Biden administration has provided $137 million in federal aid to support survivors and encourages locals to apply for FEMA assistance.
Tampa hospital prepares for possible record storm surge with Hurricane Milton: Tampa General Hospital has assembled its flood barrier, among other measures.
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Hurricane Milton: Why Tampa Bay is especially vulnerable to storm surge: The region hasn't been directly hit by a major hurricane in over 100 years.
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Ben Folds to Play Hurricane Helene Benefit Concert in Wilmington, North Carolina: Ben Folds will perform at a benefit concert in Wilmington, North Carolina to ...
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Teacher still missing after Helene floods pushed entire home into North Carolina river
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Quick Glance: Teacher Missing After Floods in North Carolina
- Kim Ashby, 58, is missing after Hurricane Helene's floods caused her vacation home to slide into a river.
- She and her husband Rod were inside their home in Elk Park when the flood struck, taking the couple and their three dogs with it.
- Rod Ashby survived and sought help after losing sight of his wife; authorities are currently searching for Kim using dogs and drones.
- Community and school support has been overwhelming, as the family holds out hope for her safe return.
Insurance 'nightmare' unfolds for Florida homeowners after back-to-back hurricanes
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Hurricane Milton tracker: Map and projected storm path: Forecasts suggest Hurricane Milton is likely to make landfall in the western part of the Florida ...
washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/10/08/hurricane-milton-path-tracker-map/
North Carolina is distributing Benadryl, EpiPens as yellow jackets swarm from flooding
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Floods in Thailand: Monk brought relief supplies with elephants: Many people looked astonished: A monk fought his way through the floods in Chiang Mai ...
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Hurricane Milton dropped 1-in-1,000-year levels of rain around Tampa Bay: Hurricane Milton dumped extremely heavy rain on Florida before and after it made ...
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Forecasters warn of 'snow blast' as 5 UK areas set to be worst hit
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Quick Glance: Snowfall Expected in Five UK Regions
- Temperatures in the UK are projected to drop significantly, with the potential for snow in various regions.
- Hurricane Kirk is influencing wintery weather in parts of Wales, the West Midlands, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, and the Lake District.
- Meteorologist Jim Dale forecasts snowfall starting Friday, October 11, while the Met Office deems significant snowfall unlikely.
- Remnants of Hurricane Kirk may lead to wet and windy conditions across the UK.
Hurricane Milton’s Storm Surge Threatens Dangerous Flooding in Florida: A combination of unrelenting rains and strong storm surge prompted officials to issue ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/09/us/hurricane-milton-flood-storm-surge.html
UK weather: Thunderstorm warning issued by Met Office for parts of England and Wales
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Saudi Arabia's oil price threat is the next test for Russia's economy: Saudi Arabia has signaled that is is ready to flood the market with oil if OPEC doesn't ...
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2 elephants die in flash flooding in northern Thai hot spot Chiang Mai: They were 16-year-old Fahsai and 40-year-old Ploython, who was blind.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/2-elephants-die-in-flash-flooding-in-northern-thai-hot-spot-chiang-mai
Hundreds missing as Helene death toll rises to 135: Catastrophic flooding decimated towns, destroyed roads and cut off power in the US's south-east.
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Quick Glance: Hurricane Helene: Rising Casualties and Relief Efforts
- Hundreds remain missing as the death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 135 across six states, primarily in North Carolina.
- Emergency responders and volunteers are working tirelessly to deliver essential supplies to areas cut off by extensive flooding.
- Mitchell County suffered catastrophic flooding, severely damaging infrastructure and halting operations at critical quartz mines.
- President Joe Biden is set to visit North Carolina, while Vice President Kamala Harris will tour damage in Georgia.
We’re only beginning to understand the historic nature of Helene’s flooding: How does a region that is nearly 500 miles from the Gulf become devastated by ...
arstechnica.com/science/2024/09/were-only-beginning-to-understand-the-historic-nature-of-helenes-flooding/
How to help communities impacted by Hurricane Milton: Here's how to support charities and nonprofits responding to individuals impacted by Hurricane Milton.
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Florida-bound hurricane intensifies to 'potentially catastrophic' category five storm
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WATCH: Biden gives update on recovery efforts after Hurricane Milton strikes Florida
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Japan finds body drifting in sea 10 days after severe floods: TOKYO: A body was found drifting in the Sea of Japan that Japanese rescuers said on Tuesday (Oct 1) ...
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Devastating Hurricane Milton Takes Aim at Tampa’s Climate Vulnerabilities: A 2013 report from the World Bank placed the Tampa Bay area seventh on a list of the ...
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Major flood protection project in Tampa is incomplete as city braces for Hurricane Milton
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A week after Helene, recovery efforts struggle to reach parts of southern Appalachia
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They thought they were safe — until their Florida complex flooded: Residents of an apartment complex in Clearwater, Florida, were told to leave by the management ...
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Apple Silicon iMacs appear to suffer from screen deterioration after two years — flood of user complaints hit Apple Community forums
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Why experts are so scared of Hurricane Milton: The nation’s eyes are on Florida as Hurricane Milton seems poised to strike the state this week — nearly two weeks ...
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Tracking Hurricane Milton’s Storm Surge Risk Across Florida: Updates with maps of the storm’s path, highlighting potential storm surge flooding across the ...
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Dunedin urged to brace for drenching: Dunedin residents are being urged to clear drains and be alert for flooding as incoming wild weather could bring a month's ...
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Why Appalachia Flooded So Severely from Helene’s Remnants: Inland flooding from tropical cyclones, even at high altitudes, is a major worry—and one that ...
scientificamerican.com/article/why-appalachia-flooded-so-severely-from-helenes-remnants/
You can now see climate risk data when shopping for a home on Zillow: In partnership with First Street, the climate data shared by Zillow is divided into five ...
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Destructive hurricanes like Helene highlight that catastrophic impacts from storms can extend far inland
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Quick Glance: Hurricanes' Inland Impact Highlights Need for Preparedness
- Hurricanes like Helene demonstrate that inland areas also suffer severe storm damage.
- The Category 4 hurricane caused destruction over 400 miles and resulted in at least 177 fatalities.
- Experts warn that climate change is intensifying storms, necessitating expanded forecasts for affected regions.
- Improved early warning systems are essential for timely communication and preparation against impending threats.
‘Stay and you’re gonna die’: Florida braces for ‘catastrophic’ hurricane Milton: Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday ...
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Biltmore Estate: What we know in the aftermath of Helene devastation in Asheville
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Helene death toll climbs past 230, AP reports: More than 230 people have been killed from Hurricane Helene, which unleashed devastation across Florida, Georgia ...
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‘Here we go again’: Milton becomes a hurricane and is expected to strengthen as Floridians reel from Helene
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Mexico faces potential floods as Tropical Depression Eleven-E strengthens
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House GOP chairman demands FEMA accountability for Hurricane Helene after storm claims more than 200 lives
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Consequences of climate change: This is what the traffic light coalition wants to do about it
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Why was Asheville hit so hard by Helene?: Surrounded by mountains, Asheville, North Carolina, has faced devastating floods from Helene.
newsnationnow.com/weather/why-asheville-hit-hard-helene/
Factory workers in Tennessee were swept away by Helene. Their families say they weren’t allowed to leave work in time to flee
cnn.com/2024/10/04/us/impact-plastics-tennessee-workers-helene/
At a Tennessee Plastics Plant, Sorrow and Uncertainty in Helene’s Wake: More than a week after workers fled flooding outside their factory, much remains unclear ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/06/us/helene-tennessee-factory-deaths.html
Severe flooding after heavy rainstorm in Bosnia kills 15
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Helene's death toll reaches 232 as one decimated North Carolina town still awaits FEMA help
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Eric Church’s New Song ‘Darkest Hour’ Will Blow Your Damn Mind: Eric Church surprise-released new song 'Darkest Hour' to support flood relief efforts ...
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Why Appalachia Flooded So Severely from Helene’s Remnants: Inland flooding from tropical cyclones, even at high altitudes, is a major worry—and one that ...
scientificamerican.com/article/why-appalachia-flooded-so-severely-from-helenes-remnants/
'Worst is over': MetService downgrades rain warning for South: In what will be a huge relief for Southerners, MetService has just announced that its red rain ...
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Kaiju memes flood social media as sinkhole appears in Melaka: The sinkhole, which measures 3.5m long and 1.7m deep, was caused by a damaged culvert nearby.
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Warnings ratchet up with intense downpours forecast to hit: Heavy rain and thunderstorms are threatening parts of the country from Southland all the way up to ...
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