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Africa’s refugee camps are plagued by flooding: we looked into drainage systems that can withstand local conditions

Almost one million people live in 24 camps for refugees and internally displaced people in Ethiopia. They have fled wars and massacres in South Sudan and Somalia, and forced conscription and government oppression in Eritrea.

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The insurance fine print that could see homeowners’ claims rejected

A Which? investigation has revealed potential loopholes in numerous policies

The Independent UK

Some insurance claims may risk wrong-kind-of-weather rejection – Which?

The consumer group believes that some wording about floods and storms in policies could be potentially unfair.

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Flooding damage from latest round of storms that has left at least 21 dead estimated at a staggering $90 billion

Climate change is making extreme weather events more frequent and severe

The Independent UK

Kentucky flood forces Buffalo Trace Distillery to temporarily close

The historic Buffalo Trace Distillery has temporarily closed after deadly flooding ravaging Kentucky swept into its facilities, forcing the popular bourbon company to turn away the public and staff

The Independent UK

How to gauge flood risk before you buy or rent a seafront property

Rising sea levels, stronger storms and increased erosion are making life on the coast riskier and more unpredictable. For potential buyers or renters, particularly in the wake of another winter of storms and flooding, questions around whether to invest in coastal properties are more urgent now than ever.

The Conversation

US Weather: Storms That Killed Over A Dozen Move Southeast; 9 States Under Flood Warnings

The severe weather system that brought in deadly flooding across the mid-Mississippi River Valley over the weekend is moving through the southeast Monday, and it is expected to bring scattered thunderstorms and heavy rainfall that could trigger more flooding.

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Swollen rivers flood towns in US South after dayslong deluge of rain

Rivers rose and flooding worsened across the U.S. South and Midwest, threatening communities already waterlogged and badly damaged by days of heavy rain and storms that killed at least 18 people

The Independent UK

At least 18 killed as heavy rains cause flooding in midwestern and southern US states

Flooding in the US south and midwest has claimed 18 lives and submerged homes and roads. Rescue teams are working to protect communities as water levels rise.

Euronews

Donations boost for flooded region as Aussies step up

Donations to flood-stricken communities are streaming in as outback residents face a huge clean-up after record flooding.

AAP

US Storms, 'Devastating' Flooding Death Toll Climbs To 17

Violent storms battering the central-eastern United States have killed at least 17 people, officials said Sunday, with the National Weather Service warning of "devastating" flash flooding.

International Business Times

Wild storms and flash flooding are hitting parts of the US. What you need to know

At least 16 people have been killed in a wide swath of violent storms in the US Midwest

The Independent UK

At least 20 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash US South and Midwest

A storm system sweeping over large areas of the U.S. South and Midwest has resulted in at least 20 weather-related deaths, with overnight tornado and flash flood warnings setting up more severe weather that forecasters say could cause rising waterways for days to come

The Independent UK

BioLite Dash 450: a headlamp for runners, ramblers, campers and climbers (but especially runners)

Super light, well-balanced and very low-profile, BioLite’s new rechargeable head torch fires a brilliant bounce-free beam to guide after-dark trail runners

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At least 16 dead as tornadoes and flooding lash America from Texas to Ohio

At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms lash from Texas to Ohio

The Independent UK

At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms lash from Texas to Ohio

Heavy rains have pounded the central US, rapidly swelling waterways and prompting a series of flash flood emergencies from Texas to Ohio

The Guardian - AU

How historic is what we’re seeing in the Queensland floods? It’s hard to grasp the full magnitude

This weather event has not been seen on this scale since European colonisation. Why has it happened now?

The Independent UK

More torrential rain and flash flooding expected in heavily waterlogged South and Midwest

Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding was expected in parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of relentless severe storms that in some cases spawned deadly tornadoes

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Cameraman injured after football kick; PM visits flood-hit Queensland – as it happened

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Port becomes political football but is 'not for sale'

A major port leased to a Chinese company is in the sights of a takeover as the coalition and Labor flag plans for it to be brought back into Australian hands.

The Independent UK

Deadly spring storm forces water rescues and fuels tornados leaving a deadly path of destruction in its wake

The ‘generational flooding event’ has forced water rescues in Tennessee and Kentucky

The Guardian - US

US prepares for deadly floods with many National Weather Service offices understaffed

Dangerous weather comes after Trump administration job cuts left nearly half of offices with 20% vacancy rates

The Guardian - AU

Bigger than Texas: the true size of Australia’s devastating floods

In outback Queensland, an area four times the size of the UK has been inundated with torrential rain, leaving many cut off or forced to abandon homes

International Business Times

Families Of Duterte Drug War Victims Demand Probe Into Online Threats

Family members of people killed during former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte's bloody crackdown on drugs demanded an investigation Friday into what they say has been a flood of online threats since his arrest.

The Independent UK

South and Midwest face potentially catastrophic rains and floods while reeling from tornadoes

Parts of the Midwest and South are facing the possibility torrential rains and life-threatening flash floods on Friday The fresh storms come as many communities are still reeling from severe tornadoes that destroyed whole neighborhoods and killed at least seven people

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