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US flood maps outdated thanks to climate change, Fema director says

Deanne Criswell makes admission as ‘extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation’ hits Georgia

The Guardian - US

Climate change is overwhelming US flood maps, FEMA head says

WASHINGTON — Flood maps used by the Federal Emergency Management Agency are out of date and understate the risks to homes and businesses from flooding and extreme rain triggered by climate change, FEMA Director Deanne Criswell said.

Tribune News Service

Mississippi capital’s water woes persist as aid trickles in

Jackson residents are lining up at distribution points to get bottled water after flooding spurred crisis this week.

Al Jazeera

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Supply chain delays could slow restoring power if Florida gets hit by hurricane

As hurricane season hits its peak, Florida’s top emergency manager is warning of the potential for major electrical problems after a storm hits.

Miami Herald

LZ Granderson: Is Biden's student debt forgiveness plan fair?

What is fair?

Los Angeles Times

Cut in off-budget loans will derail projects: Balagopal

Minister says Union government infringing on State’s rights

The Hindu

One month later, Kentucky flood evacuees weigh cloudy future

Nearly a month after torrential rainfall brought devastating floods to eastern Kentucky, many victims remain in shelters

The Independent UK

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Record-setting wildfire in New Mexico declared contained

More than four months and $300 million later, the federal government has declared the largest wildfire in New Mexico’s recorded history 100% contained

The Independent UK

In a flood-ravaged Tennessee town, uncertainty hangs over the recovery

It's been one year since a flood tore through Waverly, Tenn., and killed 20 people. There's been lots of effort to rebuild, but it's still unclear if the town will ever be the same.

WEKU

Beshear cites progress in FEMA response to Kentucky flooding

Kentucky's governor is pointing to signs of progress as federal emergency personnel respond to requests for assistance in flood-ravaged eastern Kentucky

The Independent UK

'Repeated summonses': Kerala HC asks ED to respond

KOCHI: A high court bench of Justice VG Arun on Tuesday asked the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to respond to a petition filed by Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) challenging repeated summonses issued to its officers by the central agency.

The Times of India

Risk of catastrophic megafloods has doubled in California, study finds

Scientists concluded that a series of storms could dump enough rainfall to displace millions, causing over $1tn in losses

The Guardian - US

Governor says FEMA denying too many requests for assistance

Kentucky's governor says the Federal Emergency Management Agency is denying too many requests for assistance in flood-ravaged eastern Kentucky

The Independent UK

Kerala High Court adjourns hearing; Enforcement Directorate counsel says former Minister Thomas Isaac need not appear till August 17

When the case was taken up for hearing, Kerala High Court asked the counsel for ED why Thomas Isaac had been asked to produce certain personal details at the preliminary stage of the inquiry.

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The Independent UK

Beshear: FEMA has to 'get it right' in response to flooding

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he'll be relentless in pushing for federal assistance in flood-ravaged eastern parts of the state

Tribune News Service

'We're not leaving,' Biden promises in visit to flood-ravaged Eastern Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. — President Joe Biden pledged during a trip to Kentucky that the federal government would be in the state for the long haul to help people in damaged communities recover from historic floods.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

While McKinney fire rages, wildfire legislation stalls. Here’s what feds can do immediately

WASHINGTON — As the McKinney fire grew to become California’s largest of the season, leaving four people dead so far in Siskiyou County, members of Congress resigned that they could do nothing but hope:

Tribune News Service

More people in flooded Eastern Kentucky counties eligible for housing, other help

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, has approved individual assistance for people in more counties hit by recent flooding in Eastern Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear’s office announced Saturday.

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Biden to tour flood-ravaged Eastern Kentucky on Monday with Gov. Beshear

LEXINGTON, Ky. — President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to flood-devastated communities in Eastern Kentucky on Monday along with Gov. Andy Beshear and his wife, Britainy, the White House announced Friday.

Tribune News Service

Thousands in Eastern Kentucky still without water. Towns wonder how they’ll pay for repairs

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Water and sewer crews from across Kentucky are headed to Eastern Kentucky to help counties and cities restore busted and broken water systems a week after deadly floods knocked out water service to thousands.

The Independent UK

Biden names FEMA, CDC officials to head monkeypox response

President Joe Biden is set to name top officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to serve as the White House coordinators to combat the growing monkeypox outbreak

Tribune News Service

Vice President Harris visits South Florida to tout $1 billion plan for climate-related disasters

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Vice President Kamala Harris flew to South Florida on Monday to talk up a $1 billion Biden administration program to help deal with the growing intensity of hurricanes, wildfires, extreme heat and other disasters that threaten communities nationwide.

The Independent UK

Harris to announce $1B to states for floods, extreme heat

The White House is making more than $1 billion available to states to address flooding and extreme heat exacerbated by climate change

Texas Observer

Energy Advocates Urge Biden to Declare Climate Emergency

Intervention by the federal government could protect Gulf Coast "sacrifice zones" while keeping the power on amid record temperatures.

Kiplinger

Looking to Relocate? Plan for Climate Change

Extreme weather events are on the rise. If you’re moving, make sure your new home is protected from climate change disasters.

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