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Frequent disasters expose climate risks to infrastructure in South Asia

Last month, floods along the Nepal-China border that killed nine people also destroyed important infrastructure, washing out the primary bridge connecting the two nations and halting trade

The Independent UK

Flood relief, THC regulation and more in limbo after House Democrats leave Texas

Democrats fled the state to stop Republicans’ attempt to redraw congressional districts, but bills aimed at everything from a THC product ban to bolstering flood response are now in doubt.

The Texas Tribune

Romania to access EU funds to help areas affected by devastating floods, PM says

At least three people were killed when torrential rainstorms hit Romania late July, triggering flash floods in the country’s northeast.

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Storm Floris May Cost Millions as UK Businesses Close and Travel Grinds to a Halt

Storm Floris has battered the UK with 90mph winds and heavy rain, forcing business closures, cancelling events and paralysing transport, with losses expected to reach millions.

International Business Times UK

Climate projects in South Sudan can turn deadly – how to avoid this

South Sudan, which has been torn apart by a civil war, is vulnerable to extreme weather events, frequent floods and drought, to which it must adapt. But any adaptation projects for South Sudan have to be designed with conflict in mind. In his new book, coauthored with Jerry Urtuzuastigui, conflict…

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Garden opens to promote natural measures that boost flood resilience

The project offers free public access to a blueprint for how outdoor spaces, such as an ordinary terraced house garden, can help reduce flood risks.

The Independent UK

Flood warnings issued as Australia hit with ‘unusual’ snow

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Residents warned of potential ‘major flooding’ and damaging surf in NSW after wild weekend weather

Low-lying residents in the northern tablelands and Hunter warned to prepare for floods with alerts also issued along the Namoi River

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Carr says PM would be ‘wasting his breath’ talking to Netanyahu about two-state solution – as it happened

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Communities rally as floodwaters rise, schools close

Residents have been ordered to leave and dozens of schools have closed due to flood threats as the search continues for a woman swept away by floodwaters.

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Swapping your tarmac driveway for this smart paving solution can reduce your risk of flooding

This unusual grass paving for driveways can not only prevent flooding but also offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional tarmac

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Woman swept away in flood waters in Hunter region as emergency services respond to more than 1,450 calls

Twenty-six-year-old Chinese engineer was trying to flee a vehicle in a swollen creek in Rothbury, near Cessnock

The Guardian - AU

Britain Braces for Storm Floris: 60mph Gales and Flash Flood Warnings as Torrential Downpours Set to Batter the UK

Storm Floris to bring 60–85mph winds, flash flood alerts, and major travel disruption across the UK. Met Office issues yellow warnings. Stay updated.

International Business Times UK

Boy dies after being swept into drain pipe during East Coast flooding

Children were playing in a common area when floodwaters swept the boy into the pipe

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Texas bills increasing youth camp safety face long odds, even after Hill Country floods

Competing legislative priorities and an industry that has pushed against certain regulations could challenge a suite of camp safety bills this special legislative session.

International Business Times UK

Flash Flood Warning: NY and New Jersey Brace for Torrential Rainfall — Up to 5 Inches Per Hour Possible

New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency as torrential rain threatens to flood roads, disrupt transit, and bring up to 5 inches of rain per hour.

The Texas Tribune

Kerr County officials failed to follow certain aspects of disaster plan during Texas floods

The five-year-old plan, required by the state, detailed when additional monitoring was to take place and who was responsible for alerting the public to evacuate.

The Texas Tribune

“Nobody came”: Hill Country flooding survivors recount anguish, neglect during emotional hearing

Residents told state lawmakers about what they’ve lost and the hardships they’re experiencing almost a month after the July 4 disaster devastated the region.

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Top two Kerr County emergency officials say they were asleep as July 4 floods struck

Their statements to state legislators marked the first time county officials have spoken publicly about what they were doing the morning of the disaster that killed more than 100 people in the county.

The Independent UK

Heavy rain pummels the East Coast and sparks localized flash flooding

Strong rain storms are lashing the East Coast from Virginia to Connecticut, flooding roadways and delaying flights from Boston to Washington, D

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Satellites reveal a hidden lake burst through Greenland Ice Sheet in 2014, causing major flooding and a deep crater

A hidden lake beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet unexpectedly drained more than a decade ago, fracturing the ice surface and forming a large crater — an event only recently uncovered by Earth-observing satellites.

The Guardian - US

State of emergency in New York City and New Jersey over rains and flash flooding

A powerful storm system is bringing torrential rain, with forecasters predicting possibility of at least 3in an hour

The Texas Tribune

Cruz introduces weather radio modernization bill with a new focus on flood communications

This comes after Cruz voted in favor of the spending megabill that rescinded funds for NOAA.

The Conversation

Flames to floods: how Europe’s devastating wildfires are fuelling its next climate crisis

In recent years, I have all too often found myself passing over an active wildfire when flying from London to my family home in Greece during the summer months. The sky glows an eerie, apocalyptic red, and the scent of smoke fills the cabin. Silence falls as we become unwilling…

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Beijing officials say 31 people died in care home during floods

The facility sat on low-lying ground near a river that had flooded after the unusually intense rains.

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