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Cattle, vehicles swept away as heavy downpour maroons Junagadh city in Gujarat

RAJKOT: The Junagadh town of Gujarat was marooned on Saturday after it received heavy downpour of around 238mm in a single day, paralysing the city.

The Times of India · Jul 22, 2023

To reduce flooding, Chicago must go green everywhere we can

More green infrastructure in Chicago would help prevent flooding and provide other benefits, but projects must include money to gather monitoring data.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 22, 2023

Delhi: "Jobless, houses inundated, no option but to..." Flood victims return to relief camps as Yamuna flows at danger level

As the water level of Yamuna River in Delhi breached danger lever mark of 205.33 meters, the flood-affected people on Saturday again took shelter in relief camps in the capital. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jul 22, 2023

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Raigad landslide | Death toll rises to 25; 83 persons yet to be traced

The search and rescue operation at Irshalwadi hamlet in Maharashtra’s Raigad district resumed for the third day on July 22 as 86 villagers are yet to be traced, officials said. The death toll till July 20 evening was 16, which went up to 22 on July 22 as six more…

The Hindu · Jul 22, 2023

Sigh of relief in Andhra Pradesh as flood begins to recede in the Godavari at Bhadrachalam

Godavari region in AP relieved as flood inflow into river recedes at Bhadrachalam in Telangana. 9.64 lakh cusecs released into Bay of Bengal from Sir Arthur Cotton Barrage. 85 villages asked to be ready for evacuation in Konaseema, 16 tribal pockets in Eluru cut off, 200 families evacuated from Chintoor…

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

Godavari recedes slightly at Bhadrachalam, flood threat persists

In Bhadrachalam, the water level in the Godavari receded slightly below the first flood warning level of 43 feet on Friday. however, the official machinery remains alert due to heavy inflow from upstream projects. Minister for Transport Puvvada Ajay Kumar is supervising the flood preparedness and relief measures

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

Heavy rains for fifth day in Kalaburagi; Sri Jayatirtha Moola Brindavana submerges

Incessant rains that have been lashing Kalaburagi district for the fifth day have resulted in flood water entering the sanctum sanctorum of Sri Jayatirtha Moola Brindavana at Uttaradi Mutt on the banks of the Kagina at Malkhed in Sedam taluk of Kalaburagi district.

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

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Several colonies flooded due to heavy rains in Hyderabad

Heavy rain in Hyderabad leaves several areas stranded in flood water. GHMC Commissioner Ronald Rose inspected IDL Lake and Suraram Lake, while Madina Colony, Mamata Colony, and areas outside GHMC were also flooded. Highest rainfall recorded at Miyapur and Hafeezpet, with 6-10 cm in other areas. Close watch on Hussain…

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

Delhi: Yamuna drops below danger mark, water level currently at 205.25 mt

The water level at the Yamuna River in the national capital dropped below the danger mark on Friday morning.

Dynamite News · Jul 21, 2023

Northeast floods devastate 'heartbroken' farmers as months of labor and crops are swept away

When devastating rains swept through the Northeast, farmers in the region were dealt a devastating blow at the worst possible time

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2023

Farmers up in arms against AAP govt. in Punjab over poor handling of flood situation; threaten to block railway tracks

Angry farmers to protest against Punjab govt. for alleged failure to tackle floods; to block railway tracks if demands not met.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Andhra Pradesh: Officials sound alert in Konaseema, Eluru districts as flood level in the Godavari rises

Officials in Eluru, Konaseema & West Godavari districts cancel leave & direct staff to report for emergency duties. Collectors monitoring situation & instructing staff to set up relief centres & take measures to prevent human loss. Volunteers asked to monitor flood situation & strengthen bunds. Relief camps set up &…

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Godavari in spate, first flood warning remains in force in Bhadrachalam

Godavari River swells past first flood warning level in Bhadrachalam. Chief Minister directs Chief Secretary to ensure official machinery is ready. 9.79 lakh cusecs of flood water flowing downstream. 59 spillway gates of Sammakka Sagar (Tupakulagudem) barrage opened, releasing 8.76 lakh cusecs of water. Vehicular movement on NH 163 affected

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Chief Secretary directs officials to be on alert in view of heavy rain forecast in Telangana for next 48 hours

Chief Secretary A. Santhi Kumari on July 20 directed officials of different departments to be on alert in view of the heavy rain forecast across the State, particularly north Telangana districts, in the next 48 hours.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

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The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Water level in Godavari, Sabari rivers rising; NDRF rescue teams deployed in affected areas

Due to heavy rains in the catchment areas, water level in Godavari and Sabari rivers was rising every hour, according to top officials.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar says mining has no connection with floods

CM Khattar dismisses claims that mining in rivers caused floods; suggests removing silt from canals to increase water capacity; 35 deaths reported due to rain-related incidents; ₹500 crore estimated loss; 12 districts declared flood-affected.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Water level rises in Godavari, tributaries; control rooms set up to meet exigency

Heavy rains cause water levels in Godavari & tributaries to rise in Bhadradri-Kothagudem district. 14 gates of Taliperu reservoir opened, releasing 34,968 cusecs. Relief camps set up; flood control room & helpline numbers established.

Kiplinger · Jul 19, 2023

Hurricane Insurance Claims: 10 Things You Need to Know

Hurricane damage? Know what your insurance will and won't cover to make the most of your policy if you need to file a claim.

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The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023

Little relief in sight from onslaught of searing heat and rising floodwaters in parts of US, 2 dead

The onslaught of searing temperatures and rising floodwaters is continuing to strike parts of the United States

Zenger · Jul 19, 2023

Flash Flood Emergency In Western Kentucky Prompts Evacuations

Slow-moving thunderstorms unleash several inches of rain, causing catastrophic flooding in multiple counties.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 19, 2023

Costly Deep Tunnel flooding project can’t handle Chicago area’s severe storms fueled by climate change

CHICAGO — Hours before heavy rains swamped Chicago and Cook County suburbs on July 2, the region’s $3.8 billion flood-control project appeared ready as can be to bottle up storm runoff.

The Hindu · Jul 19, 2023

At least five die in landslides in J&K’s Kathua

Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway was suspended, while authorities ordered closure of schools in Doda and Kishtwar districts as heavy rains lashed wide parts of Jammu region overnight, officials said on July 18.

AAP · Jul 19, 2023

A forever home ruined by floods and insurance battles

A federal parliamentary inquiry will examine insurance companies' handling of claims after historic floods ravaged most states and territories in 2022.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jul 19, 2023

Pa. flood victims are mourned as search for missing children is set to ‘scale down’

Bucks County officials said their search for two children missing after the weekend flooding in Upper Makefield Township continued to turn up empty, as the community mourns the loss of five people who died in the swells.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2023

Scientists test South Side air, rain to find ways to tackle climate-related problems

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory say they want to help understand perennial flooding as well as climate-related bad air quality and extreme heat.

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