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Farmers from flood-ravaged northern States to gather in Chandigarh to press for special package, compensation from Centre

Farmers from flood-ravaged States to gather in Chandigarh to press for compensation from Centre. 16 farmer outfits demand immediate release of compensation for flood victims, special package of Rs 50,000 cr, Rs 50,000/acre for crop loss, Rs 1 lakh for cattle loss, mining of fields, loan waiver for 1 year

The Hindu

Flooding in Cork as Storm Betty lands in Ireland

There is a risk of thundery downpours, as well as strong winds along eastern-facing coasts.

The Independent UK

Punjab floods: Bridge over drain collapses in Gurdaspur

GURDASPUR: The bridge connecting Chak Sharif and Mian Khan in Punjab's Gurdaspur district has sustained severe damage leading to its structural collapse due to flooding following which the district administration has taken the precautionary measure of suspending all vehicular movement on the bridge to prevent any potential untoward incidents.

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UNESCO World Heritage site Kalka-Shimla railway line affected by heavy rain and floods

The relentless rain and flood situation in Himachal Pradesh has caused tremendous loss of life and property, the most recent one being the historic 94-km Kalka-Shimla railway line. The railway line is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Times of India

China's Xi calls for measures to mitigate disastrous flooding amid economic slowdown

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has called for measures to mitigate the effects of this year’s disastrous flooding which has left scores dead and inflicted massive damage on crops, homes and infrastructure, including in and around Beijing

The Independent UK

More than half a month’s rain could fall as thunderstorms sweep UK on Friday

Some homes and businesses could end up flooding because 30mm-40mm of rain is expected to fall in just six hours, the Met Office said.

The Independent UK

New England farmers affected by climate

"For now, the future of small-scale farms remains somewhat at the mercy of luck and chance"

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Enhancing long-term resilience under deep uncertainty

Taking a proactive, holistic and long-term approach to disaster risk reduction can help to ensure our communities are as resilient and prepared as possible for the climate challenges ahead, writes Cushla Loomb, Business Director for Climate Risk and Adaptation at Beca

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Rare West Coast hurricane forecast to strike Los Angeles after Saints preseason game

A rare West Coast hurricane has been forecast to strike Los Angeles after Sunday's Saints preseason game. Hurricane Hilary is a Category 1 right now, but it's rapidly strengthening:

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Heavy rain and landslides have killed at least 72 people this week in an Indian Himalayan state

Days of relentless rain in India’s Himalayan region have killed at least 72 people this week as a heavy monsoon triggered landslides and flash floods that have submerged roads, washed away buildings and left residents scrambling for safety

The Independent UK

Himachal: Choppers carried out over 50 sorties in last 48 hours, rescued over 780 people, says IAF

Choppers belonging to the Western Air Command carried out over 50 sorties over the last 48 hours, rescuing over 780 citizens in the flood-affected areas of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Himachal Pradesh: 13 bodies recovered so far, says NDRF as rescue operations enter 4th day in Shimla's Summer Hill

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Thursday said a total of 13 bodies, among 21 people who went missing after a massive landslide struck the Summer Hill area of Shimla earlier this week, have been recovered. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Two killed in Joshimath as heavy rain ravages the hills

Two dead, five critically injured in Uttarakhand house collapse; IAF rescues 5,040 people in Himachal Pradesh. In Uttarakhand, two people died and five were critically injured after a house collapse in Helang

The Hindu

NDRF teams start rescue operations in flood-hit areas of Punjab’s Gurdaspur

NDRF teams began rescue ops in Gurdaspur to evacuate people in flooded areas due to release of excess water from Pong dam. Villagers moved to safer places, carrying essentials. Indian Army, BSF, district admin teams engaged in rescue ops. Relief camp set up; helpline number available.

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Biden declares Cook County a federal disaster area in wake of June-July storms

The disaster declaration, requested by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, brings federal aid to supplement local and state assistance to help cover losses stemming from the storms.

The Hindu

Rain fury claims more lives in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand

Two dead, 53 dead in Himachal Pradesh, five dead in Uttarakhand due to rain-related incidents. Landslides in HP raze 8 houses, slaughterhouse buried. 45 rescued in Uttarakhand using zip-lines. Rivers near danger mark in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh government asks residents to vacate dilapidated homes.

The Independent UK

Vast swath of northeastern China threatened by flooding as rivers rise above warning levels

A vast swath of northeastern China is threatened by flooding as at least 90 rivers have risen above warning levels and 24 have already overflowed their banks

The Hindu

Rampant encroachments of two lakes cause flooding under Lingampally railway bridge

Expansion of stormwater drainage from Chakalavani Cheruvu to prevent flooding, reclaiming encroachments in Gopi Cheruvu & Chakalavani Cheruvu to restore water bodies to their earlier extent: Activist demands Govt. to take urgent action.

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The Hindu

Bihar govt. sounds alert for flood

The Bihar government sounded alert for flood in districts of north Bihar, after over 4 lakh cusecs of water were discharged from the Kosi barrage

The Hindu

Centuries-old temple in Kuttanad gets a ‘raise’

Temple authorities said that subsidence and recurring floods had started to take a toll on the temple.

Dynamite News

Himachal Pradesh: President Murmu expresses grief at deaths of people in rain-related mishaps

President Droupadi Murmu expressed grief at the deaths of several people in rain-related mishaps in Himachal Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News.

The Independent UK

Heavy rains trigger floods and landslides in India's Himalayan region, leaving at least 22 dead

Indian officials say heavy monsoon rains have triggered floods and landslides in the country's Himalayan region, leaving at least 22 people dead and many others trapped

The Independent UK

UK weather: Met Office issues new warning for heavy rain as Brits braced for thundery washout

Grim conditions bring risk of travel disruption and flooding, national forecaster warns

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Insurance premiums through the roof, compensation for murdered refugee, the Matildas’ mentality

Home insurance premiums climb by 50% in high-risk parts of Australia; government reaches a confidential settlement with the family of Reza Barati

The Hindu

Prospects of Srisailam, N’Sagar attaining FRL by month-end appear grim

Prospects of Srisailam & Nagarjunasagar reservoirs becoming surplus by month-end appear grim due to lack of heavy rainfall in catchment areas & no forecast of sizeable inflows. As of Aug 13, 265 tmc ft of flood cushion remains; water drawal by both States for needs & power generation is depleting…

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