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Las Vegas residents dry out after heavy rainfall and floods

At least one death after severe weather that flooded streets, prompted various water rescues and shut down portion of I-15

The Guardian - US

Las Vegas drying out after 2 days of heavy rainfall that prompted water rescues, possible drowning

Las Vegas residents are drying out after two days of heavy rainfall that flooded streets, prompted various water rescues, shut down a portion of Interstate 15 south of the city and possibly resulted in at least one death

The Independent UK

Still reeling from flooding, some in Vermont say something better must come out of losing everything

Some Vermont residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed during severe flooding in July still face housing shortages

The Independent UK

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At risk from rising seas, Norfolk, Virginia, plans massive, controversial floodwall

Critics say the $2.6 billion floodwall project overlooks current climate risks and exposes flaws in how the federal government approaches major flood infrastructure.

WEKU

BBMP on high alert as IMD predicts rain in first week of September

BBMP on high alert for floods; 63 teams formed to respond to grievances. IMD predicts moderate to heavy rainfall in 1st week of Sept. BBMP officials to visit localities to take stock of situation, address grievances of affected public. Disaster mgmt team to work round-clock, engage in rescue ops in…

The Hindu

Storms to be named after UK weather responders

The list, compiled by UK, Irish and Dutch weather services, also includes public suggestions and famous scientists.

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Governor activates Massachusetts National Guard to help with migrant crisis

Democratic Gov. Maura Healey is activating members of the Massachusetts National Guard to assist at shelters and hotels as the state struggles with a flood of migrants

The Independent UK

Concern over flesh-eating bacteria and carbon monoxide in Hurricane Idalia’s aftermath - live

Idalia made landfall near Keaton Beach, Florida, on Wednesday morning before charting path inland through Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina

The Independent UK

Hurricane Idalia clean-up begins after ‘heartbreaking’ destruction in south-eastern US

Tropical storm moves into Atlantic but torrential rain and inland flooding still likely in North Carolina, officials warn

The Guardian - US

Up First briefing: McConnell freezes again; Johannesburg fire, Idalia aftermath

Concerns rise for Mitch McConnell after he froze at another press conference. Flood risks remain after Idalia swept the Southeast. A fire in Johannesburg has killed more than 70 people, many homeless.

WEKU

Menindee mass fish deaths symptomatic of degradation of river ecosystem, NSW chief scientist says

Prof Hugh Durrant-Whyte calls for overhaul of environmental regulation to prevent further fish deaths

The Guardian - AU

“Covered in mud from head to toe”: hiker and dog swept down canyon in flash flood

The woman was found barefoot but uninjured after being swept 200 feet downstream

Advnture

Tampa Bay area gets serious flooding but again dodges a direct hit from a major hurricane.

Last year it was Hurricane Ian that drew a bead on Tampa Bay before abruptly shifting east to strike southwest Florida more than 130 miles (210 kilometers) away

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The Conversation

Flood protection based on historical records is flawed – we need a risk model fit for climate change

Despite countries pouring billions of dollars into “protecting” communities, flood-related disasters are becoming more frequent and are projected to become even more severe as the climate crisis worsens.

WEKU

Photos: See the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia

The hurricane was downgraded to a Category 3 before making landfall in Florida Wednesday. Storm surge had residents worried as they watch the waters rise.

Reason

Subsidized Flood Insurance Makes Storm Damage Worse

It's high time for Congress to end a program that routinely goes into debt providing subsidies to wealthy people living in high-risk areas.

Dynamite News

Assam: Brahmaputra in spate; houses submerged in Morigaon, 120 villages affected

Water gushed into homes in Assam's Morigaon district after flooding from an overflowing Brahmaputra river submerged several villages amid incessant rainfall in several parts of the state. Read Further on Dynamite News:

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Police foil alleged plot to sabotage Vuelta a España route with motor oil

Police detain four activists after finding two barrels of motor oil positioned to flood stage 3 route

Homes & Gardens

How to dry waterlogged items – 7 quick tips to save belongings after flooding

Experts explain how to dry waterlogged items fast to protect belongings, prevent mold growth, and recover from water damage faster

The Independent UK

127-year-old water main gives way under NYC's Times Square, flooding streets, subways

A 127-year-old water main under New York’s Times Square gave way, flooding midtown streets and the busy Times Square subway station

The Independent UK

Tributes paid to grandparents who died after driving into flooded area in Liverpool

Elaine and Philip Marco were ‘together until the very end’, their family said in a statement

WEKU

Eastern Kentucky artists featured in 'The 606' exhibition

Five artists with deep roots in Eastern Kentucky are featured in 'The 606" exhibition

Inverse

Climate Flooding Could be Mitigated by an Animal-Inspired Low-Cost, Low-Tech Solution

Low cost, human-made river barriers, similar to those built by beavers, can protect communities at risk of flooding.

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Flood situation in Assam turns grim again, 53,000 marooned in six districts

The flood situation in Assam deteriorated on Sunday, with over 53,000 people across six districts of the state reported marooned. Read further on Dynamite News:

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