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'Worrying' number of new homes in London are being built in flood risk areas

The number of homes built in flood risk areas has accelerated as housebuilding increases, with the problem being particularly acute in and around the capital

Evening Standard

Storm Pedro brings flooding to France as Spain braces for its 11th major storm in six weeks

Western Europe has been battered by a relentless spate of major storms in quick succession, forcing evacuations and school closures

The Independent UK

One in nine new homes in England built in areas of flood risk, study shows

Figures from Aviva also show number of homes being built in risky areas is on the rise

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France issues red flood alerts after ‘exceptional’ rainfall

Aftermath of Storm Nils causes chaos across country with flooding under way or expected on Garonne, Maine and Loire rivers

The Guardian - UK

'Big hole': burst water main impacts properties, school

A massive hole has been created in a major road by a burst water main, disrupting traffic, dozens of households and a local primary school.

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Los Angeles flash flood warning: What residents need to know about upcoming storms

Los Angeles and much of Southern California are facing flash flood risks as a series of strong storms moves through the region, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and hazardous conditions. Officials and forecasters warn residents to stay alert and prepared because flash floods can develop quickly and with little warning.

The Times of India

Record flooding across France as storms fall on saturated ground

Storms have left large parts of France underwater, with record levels of flooding after heavy rain fell on already saturated soil. In Paris, the Seine is four metres above its normal level, forcing the closure of the riverside motorway and some commuter rail stations.

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Weather tracker: New Zealand hit by storms and widespread floods

Low pressure system funnels rain over already saturated areas, compounding risk of further flooding

The Guardian - UK

Flights cancelled and 30,000 without power as freak storm brings 193kmph winds to New Zealand

‘Extremely unusual’ wind gust of 193kmph recorded in Wellington overnight

The Independent UK

More flood warnings as UK’s wet weather set to continue

Flooding expected in parts of south-west of England and Midlands and chance of snow showers in far north

The Guardian - UK

11 coastal cities could be submerged by 2100 and millions may be at risk: From Dhaka in Bangladesh to Bangkok in Thailand

Cities are slowly disappearing under water and streets turning into rivers. People wading through floodwaters is not far in the future anymore. Across the globe, low-lying cities face a mix of rising seas and sinking land. Groundwater pumping, warming oceans, and unstable land make it worse. Experts say some of…

The Times of India

‘Seasons have become confused’: the people struggling in UK’s relentless rain

A thatcher, gardener and others on keeping their business afloat in the bad weather – and their fears for the future

The Guardian - UK

Portobello Road to be 'modernised' with £4.4 million revamp

World-famous high street, that has appeared in films such as Notting Hill and Paddington, is getting a number of changes

Evening Standard

Weekend flooding fear as heavy rain sweeps two states

Hundreds of millimetres of rain have been dumped on two states bracing for a wet weekend and the risk of flash flooding.

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Camp Mystic parents seek stronger camp regulations in other states

The parents of an Alabama girl who was killed at camp Mystic are seeking more safety oversight on summer camps

Evening Standard

Here is why the UK’s weather has been relentlessly wet in 2026

A powerful jet stream and blocked weather fronts have trapped storms over the UK, bringing floods and record rainfall

AAP

Thunderstorm dashes hopes of swollen waters receding

Some homes at an evacuated outback township are ankle deep in water after a thunderstorm pushed river levels higher.

The Guardian - UK

Misery for many as rain falls for 40 days in some parts of UK

Persistent wet weather is affecting farmers, builders, sports, wildlife – and damaging roads and homes

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The Guardian - UK

England and Wales brace for downpours with more than 200 active flood alerts

Met Office issues fresh yellow warning for rain as parts of England are still recovering from extensive flooding

The Guardian - UK

‘No end in sight’ to Britain’s wet weather as dozens of flood warnings issued

Met Office forecasts more rainfall to continue UK’s 37-day run, and flooding expected especially in south-west England and Midlands

The Times of India

UAE warns citizens in Spain as storm Leonardo triggers floods and evacuations

The UAE Embassy in Madrid has issued a critical safety advisory for Emirati citizens in Spain due to Storm Leonardo, which has caused severe flooding and evacuations. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant, avoid affected areas, and follow official guidance. The embassy also advises registration on the 'Tawajudi' service for…

The Texas Tribune

Family of still-missing camper sues to shut down Camp Mystic

The lawsuit by Catherine and Will Steward, parents of Cecilia “Cile” Steward, argues the family who owns and operates the camp should “never be responsible for children again.”

The Independent UK

Tropical Storm Penha brings devastation to Philippines with 4 dead and 6,000 evacuated

Forecaster says storm developed outside country’s usual peak typhoon months

The Independent UK

Tropical storm leaves 4 dead, thousands displaced in Philippines after flooding and a landslide

A tropical storm has set off floodings and a landslide in the southern Philippines, leaving at least four people dead, displacing more than 6,000 and trapping residents in houses in two flooded villages

The Times of India

Makkah hailstorm alert: Heavy rain and strong winds forecast across Saudi Arabia

The National Center for Meteorology issued an urgent alert for Makkah, forecasting intense winter storms with moderate to heavy thunderstorms, hail, and 60 km/h winds. Flash flood risks are high in valleys and low-lying areas, with rough seas expected along the Red Sea coast. Authorities urge extreme caution, especially for…

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