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Dozens dead and thousands trapped in Somalia’s ‘worst floods in decades’

People are losing their homes, livestock and farmland to the flooding in one of the poorest countries in the world.

Al Jazeera

Third flood warning issued for southern districts of Tamil Nadu

Southern TN districts warned of flood as Vaigai dam water level reaches 69 ft. Inflow reduced, officials trying to build storage. People living near banks cautioned to move away. Water release planned for 45,000 acres of ayacut. Farmers of Single Crop Area to agitate for water release. Vaiko appeals to…

The Hindu

'Exceptional' floods hit dozens of towns in northern France

Flooding has hit dozens of towns in northern France, leaving roads sometimes only passable in boats and dozens of schools closed, authorities said Tuesday.

France 24

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Schools closed after 'exceptional' floods hit northern France

Flooding has hit dozens of towns in northern France, leaving roads sometimes only passable in boats and dozens of schools closed, authorities said Tuesday.

Radio France Internationale

UK ill-prepared for havoc future storms could wreak, scientists warn

Government not putting enough effort into flood resilience despite likelihood of more frequent and severe storms, experts say

The Guardian - UK

Flood alert issued to 34 villages following release of water from Sathanur dam in Tiruvannamalai

Flood alert issued for 34 villages along Thenpennai river in Tiruvannamalai district. 500 cusecs of water released from Sathanur dam as its level reaches 117.95 ft. Heavy rain in villages on Kalvarayan Hills. WRD releasing up to 1,000 cusecs per second. Residents warned to relocate to safer places. PWD restored…

The Hindu

30 people dead in Kenya and Somalia as heavy rains and flash floods displace thousands

Aid agencies say heavy rains and flash flooding have killed at least 30 people and displaced tens of thousands in Kenya and Somalia

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In the Sikkim flood’s wake, a trail of hazards lie in wait

A GLOF at South Lhonak lake in Sikkim caused 42 deaths. The lake remains a potential hazard due to its size and the melting glacier. Scientists are currently studying the effects of the GLOF and a landslide-dammed lake downstream of the lake. A cloudburst is unlikely to have been the…

The Hindu

Death and displacement as floods hit East Africa

The recent downpours underscore the region’s vulnerability to climate change, which is leading to more extreme weather.

Al Jazeera

Three Waters demise leaves towns high and dry

The change of government could put one flood-prone community’s water-infrastructure upgrade plans in jeopardy.

Newsroom.co.nz

Rain eases for now — but downpours still to come

Dozens of flood warnings remain in place and drivers are urged not to try to travel through floodwater.

The Independent UK

Dozens of flood warnings remain after days of heavy rain

Forty warnings that flooding is likely remained in place on Sunday morning along with 150 more warnings that flooding is possible

Evening Standard

Dozens of flood warnings remain although rain expected to ease

Forty warnings that flooding is likely remained in place on Sunday morning along with 150 more warnings that flooding is possible.

The Independent UK

Pumping operation in flood-stricken Downpatrick ‘successfully completed’

Large parts of the town centre were swamped by flood water in the week.

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Flooded basements in Chicago are increasingly common. What you can do.

When big storms hit, basements fill with stormwater and sewage. But there are steps that you and also government can take to help stay above water.

The Independent UK

Storm Ciarán news live: UK set for washout bonfire weekend as Storm Domingos to slam into Europe

Death toll in Europe rises to 12 as cars swept away as downpours flood hospitals in Italy

The Guardian - UK

Fears of widespread flooding in England and Wales in wake of Storm Ciarán

Heavy rain falling on saturated ground is expected to lead to swollen rivers over weekend

The Independent UK

Calls for financial aid for businesses counting the costs after flooding

A number of areas in counties Down, Antrim and Armagh were hit by flooding following heavy rain earlier this week.

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The Independent UK

Storm Ciarán sweeps into Italy with record rainfall, killing 3 and bringing toll to 10

Record-breaking rain provoked floods in a vast swath of Tuscany as storm Ciarán pushed into Italy overnight

Evening Standard

Storm Ciarán: How London 'dodged a bullet' after 100mph 'weather bomb' misses capital

Almost 90 flood warnings remain across the UK on Friday

The Independent UK

Storm Ciarán: More than 200 flood warnings and alerts across UK - see your area

Met Office issues weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across large swathes of the country

AAP

NSW 'looking at all options' to end flood plain housing

More planned developments could be scraped in NSW after a state government report found there was a risk to residents' lives in flood plain areas.

The Independent UK

Storm Ciarán news live: Weather warning in place as 42 flood warnings issued for washout bonfire weekend

Death toll in Europe rises to 12 as cars swept away as downpours flood hospitals in Italy

The Independent UK

Dozens of flood warnings in place after Storm Ciaran chaos

Around 11,300 properties were still without power on Thursday afternoon.

The Independent UK

Emergency work continues in Downpatrick as clean-up begins elsewhere in Co Down

Downpatrick, Newcastle and Newry are among the areas worst affected by heavy rainfall and record high river levels.

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