Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Flood

Typhoon Dolphin batters China: Hundreds of flights cancelled, lakhs evacuated as floods hit east

Typhoon Dolphin pushed deeper inland into China's central Hubei province on Tuesday, prompting the closure of tourist sites and suspension of high-risk construction projects. Forecasts warned of extreme rainfall, with flooding and landslides posing a risk across the province, as Chinese authorities evacuated more than a million people.

The Times of India

Assam flood toll at 101 at over 1.26 lakh remain affected

Assam's flood toll has risen to 101, with over 1.26 lakh people still affected. Golaghat district is the most severely impacted, reporting over 71,000 affected individuals. The administration is currently operating 89 relief camps, providing shelter to 24,000 people. Many villages remain submerged, and significant crop areas have been damaged…

The Economic Times

Days of heavy rain leave at least 13 dead in Philippines

MANILA - Floods, landslides and accidents driven by a nine-day downpour equivalent to more than a month's worth of rain in some areas have killed at least 13 people in the northern Philippines, rescuers said Monday.

Bangkok Post

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China, thousands evacuated as heavy rain, floods hit east coast: Check latest updates

Hundreds of thousands evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on China's east coast. The storm brought heavy rain and flooding to Fujian and Shanghai provinces. Authorities issued warnings for continued torrential rain and potential landslides through Wednesday. The typhoon had previously impacted the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan. Remnants of Dolphin…

The Economic Times

In 2012, Singapore replaced a 2.7 km concrete drainage channel with a 3 km winding river; biodiversity in the park increased by 30%

Singapore transformed a 2.7-km concrete canal at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park into a 3-km meandering river between 2009 and 2011. The project created a flood plain and more varied river habitat. Later research found 26 fish species in the rehabilitated section, including three native species, compared with eight non-native species…

The Times of India

Chiang Mai safe from flooding, more rain this week

Irrigation officials have moved to calm fears that Chiang Mai city may be flooded, stressing that the level of the Ping river, a major waterway, remains far below the crisis level.

Bangkok Post

Assam flood toll reaches 100 with two more deaths; nearly 1.4 lakh people affected

Assam's flood situation remains critical as two more deaths occurred Sunday. Over 1.37 lakh people are currently affected across seven districts in the state. Golaghat district is the worst hit, with nearly 70,000 residents impacted by the deluge. Authorities are operating 125 relief camps for nearly 50,000 displaced individuals. Floodwaters…

The Economic Times

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

In 2001, Denmark began turning 19 km of straightened River Skjern into 26 km of bends; researchers later found some lost habitats may take centuries to return

Denmark's River Skjern is undergoing a restoration project aimed at reversing the environmental impact caused by historical drainage efforts. The river now floods more of its floodplain, but artificial channels hinder its natural dynamics. While some aquatic species are bouncing back, the diversity from its past remains largely absent. The…

The Times of India

In 2010, Shanghai turned a polluted industrial brownfield into Houtan Park; its wetlands now clean up to 634,000 gallons of river water a day

Shanghai’s Houtan Park showcases the remarkable transformation of a contaminated industrial site into a thriving wetland that effectively purifies river water daily. The design cleverly integrates recycled materials, honoring local heritage while addressing waste reduction. Its ecological contributions include carbon sequestration and supporting wildlife recovery, setting a benchmark for urban…

The Times of India

In 2023, Hoboken opened a 5.4-acre park on a former industrial site; its playgrounds and lawns can hold up to 2 million gallons of stormwater

ResilienCity Park has officially opened in Hoboken, transforming a former industrial zone into a vital green space. This innovative park not only offers recreational facilities but also enhances the city's defense against severe flooding. Employing both above and below-ground stormwater storage, it showcases efficient flood-control methods. Supported by federal, state,…

The Times of India

Nakhon Phanom flooded, South on alert

NAKHON PHANOM - Overnight downpours left submerged roads and inundated homes and businesses in this northeastern border province on Sunday, prompting emergency drainage operations.

Bangkok Post

Assam flood toll rises to 99 as several districts remain inundated

Assam's flood death toll has now reached ninety-nine people across several districts. Devastating floods have heavily impacted multiple regions, causing significant loss of life. Cachar district has recorded twenty-two deaths, while Sivasagar reported ten fatalities. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-affected areas to review relief and repair works. He…

The Economic Times

‘Super El Niño’ could bring wet winter and flooding to western US, climate scientists warn

Weather system tied to warming sea surface expected to intensify in fall and winter, persisting until early spring 2027

The Guardian - US

In 1985, a Colorado hairdresser began rescuing entire beaver families; she later relocated more than 1,000 to streams where their dams could help rebuild wetlands

Sherri Tippie, a dedicated hairdresser turned conservationist, began her mission to rescue beaver families from extermination by learning trapping techniques. By founding a nonprofit organization, she has successfully relocated more than a thousand beavers, playing a crucial role in wetland restoration. Beaver dams not only filter water effectively but also…

The Times of India

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Times of India

BirdReturns helped expand temporary wetland habitat for migrating shorebirds in California's Central Valley

The wetlands of California's Central Valley have faced drastic reductions, leading to challenges for shorebird migration. To address this, a creative initiative named BirdReturns has developed temporary flooded rice fields to serve as vital habitats during times of water scarcity. By leveraging satellite imagery and farmer bids, this adaptive conservation…

The Times of India

In the 1960s, the U.S. government acquired nearly an entire Connecticut village for a reservoir; one woman remained under a life-tenancy agreement

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built West Thompson Reservoir for flood control. This project involved acquiring land and demolishing nearly an entire village. One resident, Alice Fitts, remained in her home under a life-tenancy agreement. After her death, her house was demolished, erasing the last trace of the village.…

The Economic Times

Assam Floods: Death toll rises to 98 with over 1.55 lakh people affected across 13 districts

Assam's flood toll has risen to 98, with one new death reported. The number of affected people has now dipped to 1.55 lakh across thirteen districts. Golaghat remains the worst-hit district, followed by Sivasagar and Jorhat. Over 10,000 displaced people are currently sheltered in fifty-five relief camps. Rivers like Dhansiri…

The Guardian - AU

‘Wet, windy and wintry’: cold front to bring rain and potential flooding to parts of Australia

Front sweeping across southern Australia expected to bring strong winds and widespread rain over weekend

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

AAP

Fair marks 20 years as crowds show up for authentic art

The 20th year of the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair features an exhibition marking 40 years of Merrepen Arts, an NT arts centre recovering from record floods.

Kids Ain't Cheap

Special-Education Terms Parents Should Know Before the School Year Begins

As a new school year begins, many parents attend back-to-school meetings or Individualized Education Program (IEP) conferences and suddenly hear a flood of unfamiliar special-education terms. Acronyms like FAPE, LRE, and IDEA are often mentioned as though everyone already understands them, leaving families hesitant to ask questions. That confusion is…

The Conversation

AI is flooding the online book market with poor translations – here’s how to spot them

If you’re buying literature in translation online, buyer beware. You may unknowingly be buying low-quality AI-assisted translations presented as the work of a professional.

Saving Advice

7 Homeowners Insurance Questions Every Retiree Should Ask Before the Next Big Storm

After a major storm, many homeowners discover an expensive truth: having homeowners insurance doesn’t necessarily mean every type of damage is covered. Some retirees are...

Grocery Coupon Guide

Back-to-School Grocery Deals That Are Not Always the Cheapest Price Per Unit

Shopping events centered around the back-to-school season flood supermarket aisles with colorful promotional displays. Retailers advertise low prices on breakfast cereals, juice boxes, and snack packages to attract busy parents. However, these promotional items do not always represent the lowest price per unit available. Examining unit pricing data reveals that…

The Times of India

After 30 years, a Dutch river floodplain has become more than 5,500 hectares of new nature, and scientists say the Gelderse Poort shows how flood safety can support biodiversity recovery

Dutch river management now gives the Rhine more room to behave naturally. Former agricultural floodplains are now wetlands, grasslands, and woodland. This approach combines clay extraction and wetland creation with nature conversion. Restored floodplains improve ecological conditions and strengthen flood protection measures. The Gelderse Poort shows a landscape serving multiple…

Times Life

The Indian Skimmer Is One of India's Most Endangered River Birds, Only the Chambal Can Save It

A bill built for one thing, and one thing onlyThe Indian Skimmer (Rynchops albicollis) has a lower mandible that is measurably longer than its upper one, a trait so rare among birds globally that only three skimmer species in the world share it. It flies low over calm water, lower…

1 2 3 4 5

People

Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the Meteorological Department

65 stories

the US Army Corps of Engineers

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.