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The Latest Breaking News on Floods

NSW towns 'on edge' amid 30 flood warnings

Flood warnings have been issued for river catchments across NSW and southern Queensland as a storm system leaves damaged crops and ruined roads in its wake.

AAP

Gunnedah facing flood threat, northern NSW on high alert after 150mm of rain in two hours

Floodwaters in Gunnedah are set to exceed last weekend's major peak on Friday night, after widespread rain across the state.

ABC News

Bermuda braces for Fiona as Biden pledges support for Puerto Rico

Hurricane warning remains in effect for all of Bermuda as Puerto Rico struggles to restore power in storm’s aftermath.

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Pacific Islands brace for prolonged droughts and more flooding as La Niña continues for third year in a row

Some Pacific Island nations are still recovering from floods or facing severe drought conditions, and there is little reprieve in sight as a third La Niña is set to exacerbate extreme weather conditions across the region.

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Biden says US will do ‘everything we can’ to aid Puerto Rico amid aftermath of Hurricane Fiona

‘This is really, really, really important to us — really important. And so we're not going to walk away’

The Independent UK

In Puerto Rico, rescuers struggle to reach areas cut off by Hurricane Fiona

The hurricane smashed roads and bridges and caused historic flooding, leaving people stranded across the island. "We are all isolated," said Manuel Veguilla, a resident of the mountain town of Caguas.

WEKU

Cop rescues trio from NSW floods with rope

A NSW police officer has rescued a young boy and two women using just a rope and a winch after they became stranded in floodwaters in the Hunter region.

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Police officer rescues women and four-year-old boy from Hunter floodwater

Police are looking to recommend the officer involved to be recognised for his efforts and bravery.

Newcastle Herald

Rescue crews in Puerto Rico struggle to reach residents cut off by Fiona

FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell visited areas in Puerto Rico affected by the deadly storm today.

Axios

NSW set for 'very long season' of rain as flood warnings return to Lismore

Today is the start of a 'very long season' of rain and severe weather, NSW's resilience minister says, as the weary Northern Rivers region braces for more floods.

ABC News

Puerto Rico crews struggle to reach residents cut off since Fiona hit

FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell visited areas in Puerto Rico affected by the deadly storm today.

Axios

Puerto Rico struggles to reach areas cut off by Fiona

Hurricane Fiona left dozens of families stranded across Puerto Rico after smashing roads and bridges, with authorities still struggling to reach people four days after the storm smacked the U.S. territory, causing historic flooding

The Independent UK

Farmers in parts of western NSW prepare for days of isolation as floodwaters swallow roads

While thunderstorms on Wednesday weren't as severe as forecast, Warren is in major flood and towns like Tullamore and Trundle are cut off.

ABC News

Flood watch and livestock warning as Hunter communities remain 'on tenterhooks'

BOM has issued a moderate to minor flood watch warning for the Wollombi Brook and lower Hunter River.

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Dramatic rescues in NSW with severe weather warnings issued from Kempsey to the Queensland border

Several people have been rescued from flooded vehicles in western NSW and heavy downpours are forecast to continue pounding rain-soaked regions along the coast overnight.

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Climate change supercharging hurricanes

As the climate crisis intensifies, so will floods like the ones we're seeing in Puerto Rico now, scientists say

ABC News

Mosquito-borne disease risk increases for river communities facing third La Niña

Authorities recommend wearing long clothing and eliminating mosquito breeding sites around the home to combat the risk of contracting mosquito-borne diseases.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Hurricane Fiona marches through the Caribbean

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Hurricane Fiona strengthens to Category 4 storm as it approaches Bermuda

Hurricane Fiona continues marching north through the Caribbean, leaving blackouts and flooding in its wake.

Miami Herald

How much damage did Hurricane Fiona do to Puerto Rico? Videos, photos show destruction

Hurricane Fiona pummeled Puerto Rico, destroying homes, flooding roads and leaving millions without power.

AAP

Flood alerts rain on NSW's public holiday

Rainfall over saturated catchments poses the risk of flooding across large parts of NSW, with inland areas and coastal communities warned to monitor conditions.

Reuters

Hurricane Fiona heads to Bermuda, up to 8 dead in Puerto Rico

Hurricane Fiona strengthened to a powerful Category 4 storm on Wednesday as it headed toward Bermuda after carving a destructive path through the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, where the storm left most people without power and up to eight dead.

The Hindu

What ails our lakes: Lack of desilting compromises water-holding capacity of lakes, leading to floods

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Hurricane Fiona strengthens to Category 4 storm as it approaches Bermuda

Hurricane Fiona continues marching north through the Caribbean, leaving blackouts and flooding in its wake.

The Conversation

Looking back at America’s summer of heat, floods and climate change: Welcome to the new abnormal

The summer of 2022 started with a historic flood in Montana, brought on by heavy rain and melting snow, that tore up roads and caused large areas of Yellowstone National Park to be evacuated.

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