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Five flood alerts issued in Scotland as thunderstorms sweep over the country

As much as 30mm of rain could land in some of the most exposed areas of southern and central Scotland in just a couple of hours today.

Daily Record

Climate-driven flooding poses well water contamination risks

Experts say more intense storms driven by climate change are boosting contamination risks for privately owned drinking water wells

The Independent UK

Dennis Anderson: Massive Rainy Lake watershed shows vulnerability to flooding — and possibly mining

Flooding on the Minnesota-Ontario border is a disaster of historic proportions — a fact perhaps not fully appreciated due to its distance from the Twin Cities and other metro areas.

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Mike Preston: Ravens’ flood of talent could lead to more flexibility in pass coverage. The pass rush is another story.

BALTIMORE — The Ravens were either fearful of running out of healthy defensive backs a year ago or took a hard look at their immediate future.

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Works begin to upgrade notorious flood spot

Eight children and a driver had to be rescued at the site in 2020 after a bus became trapped in flood waters.

Newcastle Herald

Flood alerts issued as more torrential rain forecast to hit China

At least 15 people were killed last week and new low pressure system across region will bring more disruption

The Guardian - UK

Revellers in flooded Miami filmed partying through tropical storm

Dozens of drivers were rescued amid several inches of rainfall

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Prisoners hired to clean Bangkok's drains

City Hall has approved a proposal to use prisoners to clean the sewers throughout Bangkok and improve flood drainage, starting on July 1.

Bangkok Post

Prison labour hired to clean Bangkok's drains

City Hall has approved a Department of Corrections proposal to use prison labour to clean the sewers throughout Bangkok and improve flood drainage, starting on July 1.

Bangkok Post

Tropical Storm Alex’s remnants will bring more rain to South Florida, forecasters say

MIAMI — The ragged edge of what’s left of Tropical Storm Alex is expected to pass through South Florida this week, bringing more rain and likely more flooding, according to forecasters.

Miami Herald

Three months after flooding in south-east Queensland, residents are still in the dark about relief funding

After receiving more than 2,600 applications for financial assistance, the Queensland Reconstruction Authority — which is in charge of flood recovery funding — says there is no timeline for when more information may be available.

ABC News

Letters: High costs of insurance leave the vulnerable high and dry

Newcastle Herald readers have their say on the issues of the day.

Newcastle Herald

Flooding in Bristol will become ‘significant risk’ due to climate crisis

A huge three-year plan will see millions spent on reducing the risk of flooding from the river bursting its banks

Bristol Post

Homeless Mullumbimby, Byron Shire flood victims and SES front NSW independent inquiry

Survivors have shared their experiences in this year’s Northern Rivers floods at a meeting in Mullumbimby.

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Diamantina River predicted to rise further as SES ferries marathon runners from Birdsville

Birdsville residents and tourists are stranded in the township as the weather bureau warns of rising levels along the Diamantina River.

Daily Mirror

UK weather forecast: Thunderstorms and heavy rain to lash Britain for a WHOLE week

A Met Office forecaster has warned of a "dramatic end to the week" as heavy gales and thunderstorms move across the country, with flooding, travel disruption and power cuts all possible

ABC News

Flood recovery grant fraud battle slows cash flow for those who desperately need it

People trying to eke out a road to recovery after this year's floods say they've applied for government grants only to find fraudsters have beaten them to the punch — and the battle against bogus claims is holding up money for those in need.

Tribune News Service

Storm system moves into Atlantic, tropical storm warning lifted for South Florida

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The low-pressure system that is forecast to become Tropical Storm Alex is bringing strong winds, rain and flooding to northwestern portions of the Bahamas as it moves over the Atlantic Saturday evening.

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The Guardian - AU

Too little, too late: Australia’s disaster response has been … a disaster

Those on the ground after fires and floods say recovery efforts require a complete restructure

Axios

Southern Florida pummeled by rain as areas of Miami flood

The National Hurricane Center estimated that the storm could dump as much as 15 inches of rain on South Florida.

Bristol Post

Met Office weather warning: Thunderstorms could cause floods and lightning strikes

Torrential downpours and hail could hit the region

The Times of India

Flood situation in Assam improves, nearly 70K still in distress

GUWAHATI: The flood situation in Assam improved on Friday with all major rivers of the state flowing below the danger-mark, even as nearly 70,000 people remain affected by the deluge across five districts and some new areas were inundated due to heavy rain, an official bulletin said.

Newcastle Herald

Lake Macquarie deemed too big a gamble as homes become 'uninsurable'

For locals living on the shores of Lake Macquarie, proximity to the water is considered an asset.But, as far as insurance companies are concerned, the risk to cover properties around parts of the lake is too high, seeing prices skyrocket or deeming homes completely uninsurable.

ABC News

Long-running battle over Great Ocean Road eco-resort proposal

It's an age-old story — the million-dollar development and the locals who oppose it. But there's more than usual at stake in a long-running battle on Victoria's Great Ocean Road.

ABC News

NSW opposition warns of voter anger, frustration at March 2023 election over 'terrible' regional roads

Local councils face a $1.3 billion bill for road repairs after recent catastrophic flooding, as the condition of the state's roads looms as an election issue.

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