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IMD issues flash flood risk warning for Maharashtra, Goa and Gujarat amid heavy rain: Check affected districts

India Meteorological Department issued flash flood warnings for several districts. Heavy rainfall triggered another flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. Moderate flash flood risk is likely in parts of Konkan, Goa, and Gujarat. Surface runoff and inundation are possible in saturated soils and low-lying areas. The weather office…

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Kaziranga in Assam Is the Wildlife Reserve India Has No Answer To, And the Rhino Is Why

The animal that stops you coldYou are sitting in an open jeep on a dirt track through tall elephant grass when the rhino appears. Not far away. Not behind a fence. Close enough that you can see the texture of its armoured skin, the way its small eyes register you…

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Flooding Rain Triggered a New Jersey Store Roof Collapse and Left Drivers Stranded in Rising Water

Heat wave broke Monday with flooding across NYC, Philadelphia, and NJ. A BJ's roof collapsed in Ocean Township. Two people briefly trapped. Flash flood warnings active now.

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McKinsey Global Institute: Climate planning has prioritized floods. Heat demands equal attention

Floods got the headlines but heat is quietly growing into a $700 billion problem to be solved — and only 18% of exposed people have AC.

Fortune

Why Was Diljit Dosanjh's New Film Removed From Streaming So Quickly?

After years of delays and controversy, Diljit Dosanjh's much-awaited human rights drama quietly premiered on ZEE5 only to be taken down in India within days. The unexpected move left viewers stunned and sparked a flood of questions online. Was it a legal issue? A censorship battle? Or something else entirely?…

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Jammu and Kashmir floods: Several houses, shops buried under debris after heavy rainfall triggers landslide in upper reaches of Doda

Multiple vehicles were upturned with as stones covered the cars and mud made them look as if they were sunk to the ground. Currently there has been no reported casualties in the landslide.

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Watch: Typhoon Maysak breaks dam wall in China, kills 2 and forces thousands to evacuate

Typhoon Maysak caused severe flooding and two deaths in China's Guangxi region. Thousands of residents were evacuated after extensive rainfall and reservoir emergencies. A dam breach sent a massive torrent of water downstream, impacting villages. Rescue efforts utilized drones to deliver supplies and evacuate stranded individuals. Relief funding and supplies…

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Nearly a dozen people dead as thunderstorms, tornadoes and landslides hit China

Storms come on the heels of widespread flooding in Guangxi brought by the passage of the country's first typhoon of the year

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Death toll from China storms and floods rises to 15, state media says

Scientists warn the intensity and frequency of global extreme weather events will increase as the planet continues to heat up because of fossil fuel emissions.

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One dead, several affected in Odisha as incessant rain hits normal life, sparks flood fears

A two-year-old girl died and several others were affected by heavy rainfall. Flood fears loom large for the Baitarani River as water levels rise. Many urban areas experienced water-logging, disrupting normal life and vehicular movement. Authorities have taken adequate measures and placed rescue teams at vulnerable locations. Educational institutions were…

The Economic Times

The Northeast Heat Emergency Is Ending, but Flooding, Power Risk, and Dangerous Overnight Warmth Continue Today

The Northeast heat dome is retreating, but NWS warns overnight warmth and flooding persist. 900,000 still without power.

Medical Daily

Flash Flood Survivors Face Hidden Health Risks Long After Floodwaters Recede, from Infections to Lasting Mental Health Effects

Health experts warn flash flood survivors can face infections, mold exposure, and lasting mental health effects long after floodwaters recede.

Medical Daily

Death toll from China storms rises to 15, hundreds injured

Storms and floods killed fifteen people across China, injuring hundreds more. Severe convective weather in Hubei province caused widespread damage to homes. Heavy rains in Guangxi led to a breached dam and significant evacuations. Separately, a landslide in Gansu province buried thirty-three people. Rescue efforts are underway for those still…

The Economic Times

Flash flood warnings issued for parts of New York City and Northeast as heat wave breaks

Heavy rain and flooding are breaking a heat wave that gripped New York City and much of the Northeast last week

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Typhoon Maysak kills two and forces thousands to evacuate in China

Tropical storm causes extreme flooding in south of the country with heavy rainfall expected in coming days

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New study finds clear-cut logging can dramatically increase flood risk

In the past 30 years, floods have affected more than 2.8 billion people worldwide and caused over 500,000 deaths. In Canada, flooding has caused significant damage and disruption to communities across the country. The 2021 floods in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley cost an estimated $14 billion in damages.

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New York City weather alert: Flash flood threat rises as torrential rain targets NYC, officials warn of dangerous Monday commute and travel disruptions

New York weather: New York City faces a significant weather threat with heavy rain and thunderstorms poised to cause widespread flash flooding. Forecasters warn of disruptions to travel, including roads, subways, and underpasses, particularly during Monday's commute. Emergency preparations are underway as saturated ground heightens flood risks across the Northeast,…

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Pakistan's civic failures leave residents bracing for yet another monsoon crisis

Residents of Wah Model Town are facing severe urban flooding and overflowing sewage due to clogged drains and administrative neglect. Developed in the 1990s under the Wah Cantonment Board, infrastructure has failed to match its expansion. Residents regularly pay taxes but receive inadequate municipal services, worsening environmental and public health…

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US issues heat, flood and air quality alerts across multiple states after Fourth of July storms; check if it affects your region

Severe weather is impacting multiple US states following Fourth of July storms. Dangerous heat advisories are in effect for the Mid-Atlantic and Arizona, with temperatures soaring. Wildfire smoke has led to air quality alerts in Colorado. Meanwhile, heavy thunderstorms are causing flooding concerns in Tennessee and Louisiana, while Florida braces…

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Pune weather today: Schools closed across district as IMD issues red alert for extremely heavy rainfall; more showers likely in coming days

Pune weather: Maharashtra is grappling with intense monsoon rains, prompting Pune to declare a holiday for all schools and anganwadis due to a red alert. Authorities are urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay clear of rivers and streams. Mumbai also faces waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The India Meteorological…

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Flood Watch: 'Tricky' Storm Could Dump 3+ Inches of Rain on Hudson Valley, Triggering Flash Floods

A 'tricky' storm system may bring over 3 inches of rain to the Hudson Valley, raising flash flooding risks despite dry conditions. Forecasters highlight the uncertainty in predicting exact rainfall locations.

The Conversation

Historical records reveal how Canada’s weather has changed over the centuries

Tornadoes, floods, wildfires and storms have all been in the news recently, and all are taken as harbingers of a coming climate catastrophe. The word “unprecedented” is often used in such reports, but are these disruptive weather events unusual for the various climates of Canada? How can we tell? It…

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The NJ Flood-Disclosure Form Includes 12 Specific Questions—Failing to Answer Could Violate the Consumer Fraud Act

New Jersey real estate transactions just got a little more intense, and not in the dramatic TV-show way. A newly expanded flood-disclosure requirement now asks property owners to answer a set of 12 specific questions before a home can change hands, adding a layer of accountability that sellers cannot casually…

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Heavy rains leave 5 dead in China's north while Tropical Storm Maysak hits south, Vietnam

Northern China is grappling with the aftermath of heavy rains, which have tragically claimed five lives due to flash floods and drowning incidents. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Maysak has brought significant disruption to the south, submerging vehicles and forcing evacuations as rivers overflowed. Residents in affected areas are describing the flooding…

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