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In the 1950s, to bring rain to Australia's parched interior, engineers proposed flooding Lake Eyre through a 320-km ocean canal, but the water would rapidly evaporate

Australia once considered a massive canal to create an inland sea at Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre. Engineers revisited this macro-engineering concept during the mid-20th century for economic development. Modern science explored new technologies for filling the lake and reducing evaporation. These newer concepts focused on biosaline agriculture and renewable energy infrastructure.…

The Times of India

In 2024, a Dubai developer proposed a 72-km mangrove wall with 100 million trees: Why their tangled roots would shield beaches from waves and erosion

Mangroves offer natural coastal protection by reducing wave energy and stabilizing shorelines. These forests significantly decrease flood risks and prevent substantial annual flood damages worldwide. They also act as vital carbon sinks, aiding climate change mitigation efforts globally. Furthermore, mangroves provide essential nursery habitats supporting marine life and food security.…

The Times of India

Godavari flood intensity to increase; second warning level likely at Dowleswaram on Saturday: APSDMA

The Godavari river flood intensity is expected to increase steadily due to heavy upstream rainfall. Water levels at Bhadrachalam and Kunavaram are rising, with inflow and outflow at Dowleswaram Barrage exceeding 5.3 lakh cusecs. Authorities have alerted district administrations and kept disaster response teams ready for emergencies. People in low-lying…

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Fed's Warsh Sparks Bond Selloff, Apple Warns of '100-Year' Memory Flood: What Moved Markets This Week

The final week of July was not for the faint of heart.

Benzinga

Flood tactics? Bring it on say Dockers after latest win

Fremantle have fought their way through the Western Bulldogs' flooding tactics to lock down a top-two berth and set a new club record for wins in a season.

AAP

Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company is fighting 'a hundred-year flood' on memory pricing — expects to pay even more for memory in September following recent price hikes

Apple will pay even more for memory in the September quarter than it did in the June quarter, CEO Tim Cook told analysts on the company's earnings call.

Tom’s Hardware

Apple’s Worst Day Since March 2020: A ‘100-Year Flood’ Triggered It

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported the best June quarter in its history on Thursday, but shares still plummeted early Friday.

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Treacy the key as Dockers finally beat Bulldogs flood

Fremantle forward Josh Treacy has kicked three goals as the Dockers locked in a top-two berth and two home finals with a fighting victory over the Bulldogs.

AAP

In 2003, Italy began building 78 movable gates to protect Venice from exceptionally high tides; after 17 years of construction and testing, the barriers were shown to work

Venice's MOSE flood barrier system protects the historic city from high tides. Engineers designed 78 movable gates to safeguard the lagoon from Adriatic Sea flooding. Construction began in 2003 and the system became operational after many years. The barriers successfully prevented widespread flooding during a major high-tide event in 2020.…

The Times of India

BMW Will Flood The Market With New Cars Through 2027

Munich has a big agenda for the next 18 months.

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In 1915, San Diego agreed to pay a rainmaker $10,000 if he filled a drought-hit reservoir; weeks later, heavy rain and floods fuelled debate over his claims

San Diego sought rain during a drought in the early twentieth century. Charles Hatfield offered a unique solution using a secret chemical mixture. Heavy rains followed his apparatus setup near Morena Reservoir. Flooding occurred, and the Lower Otay Dam failed, causing widespread destruction. Officials refused payment, citing unmet conditions and…

The Times of India

Assam flood toll reaches 80, over 2 lakh people affected

Assam floods have claimed eighty lives, affecting over two lakh people in eight districts. The state government announced a six-month loan moratorium for affected citizens. Multiple agencies are actively engaged in rescue and relief operations across the region. Significant crop areas and infrastructure have been submerged and damaged by the…

The Economic Times

Tim Cook signs off on final Apple earnings call with warning of ‘100-year flood’ in memory chip pricing

The iPhone maker said severe constraints in the supply chain will affect sales of iPhones, Macs, and iPads in the current quarter.

Fortune

Heavy rains lead to water rescues, grist mill destruction in upstate New York

Cleanup efforts are underway in parts of upstate New York following two days of heavy rains that led to flash flooding, water rescues and the destruction of a centuries-old grist mill

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In 1910, Beavers nearly disappeared from the US. Today they are reshaping rivers again

North America's beaver population faced near extinction due to the fur trade. Fashion changes and conservation efforts allowed their numbers to slowly recover. Remarkably, beavers are now recognized for their role in managing drought and floods. Their dams create wetlands and act as fire refuges, benefiting ecosystems. This rodent's comeback…

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At least 75 dead, 7 lakh displaced: The making of Assam’s annual ‘unprecedented’ flood

When it comes to floods in Assam, I refrain from using the term unprecedented. In media reporting on disasters, sensationalism often becomes the norm. The task is to generate curiosity. This is, of course, a structural limitation of event-based reporting. Assam’s floods, however, need a deeper contextual understanding.

The Independent UK

Hanoi's residents endure upheavals as it transforms itself to match Vietnam's economic ambitions

Vietnam's capital Hanoi is undergoing one of its biggest transformations in a century, with billions of dollars in projects reshaping the city with new roads, urban districts and flood-control systems

Bangkok Post

Flood diversion canal hits new flak

A civic network in Nakhon Nayok is stepping up its campaign against the proposed Pasak–Gulf of Thailand flood diversion canal, accusing authorities of misrepresenting the outcome of public consultations and downplaying strong local resistance to the project.

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US coastal cities at risk? What a new study warns about sea levels surging by 2100

Coastal cities face greater flooding and property damage from potential sea level rise. New research indicates oceans could rise significantly by the century's end. This rise magnifies storm surges and overwhelms existing flood defenses. Saltwater intrusion will affect freshwater supplies and agricultural areas. Vulnerable communities may consider managed retreat from…

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Assam flood toll rises to 78 with three more deaths, 3 lakh remain affected in 7 districts

Three more deaths were reported in Assam floods, raising the total toll to seventy-eight. Over three lakh people remain affected across seven districts due to the ongoing deluge. Heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms is predicted for the next three days. This forecast could impact districts bordering Arunachal Pradesh…

The Independent UK

Deadly flooding in West Virginia finds prevention plans unaddressed

Communities across north central West Virginia are left picking up the pieces in the wake of another major flood

The Economic Times

In 1982, a deadly flood exposed one of America's worst toxic disasters. Here's what happened to Times Beach, Missouri

Times Beach faced a major environmental disaster due to dioxin-contaminated waste oil. Flooding in 1982 spread the toxic contamination across the entire town. A federal buyout and extensive Superfund cleanup efforts followed the disaster. Thousands of tons of contaminated soil were incinerated as part of the remediation. The former town…

The Guardian - US

Flash floods and storms batter north-east US as deadly weather threatens millions

Lightning kills a New Jersey man as rescues, power outages and travel disruption hit region

The Times of India

By 2024, the Tulalip Beaver Project was relocating beavers in the Snohomish Watershed to restore wetlands, store water and support salmon habitat

Beavers are now relocated to restore degraded streams in Washington State. These animals rebuild wetlands, store freshwater, and create vital habitats for salmon. Beaver dams slow streamflow, reconnect floodplains, and retain water across the landscape. This nature-based approach addresses flooding, drought, and declining fish populations effectively. The Tulalip Tribes Wildlife…

The Texas Tribune

“Where are all the volunteers?” Kerr County faces worse flood damage with fewer resources

The Federal Emergency Management Agency hasn’t started helping local governments or individuals, while philanthropic response lags compared to last year’s flood.

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