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Sydney on track for record annual rainfall of 2.2 metres as eastern states brace for flooding

Flood watch alerts issued for almost 40 waterways in NSW and severe weather warning in western parts of state

The Guardian - AU

Rice exports could reach 8m tonnes despite floods

Thailand's rice exports could reach 8 million tonnes this year as flooding caused by Typhoon Noru has had little impact and a weak baht has helped overseas sales, the president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

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Leaders urged to protect Lake Eyre rivers

Environmental groups and farmers are worried about major environmental concerns about the impact of gas developments on the Lake Eyre basin.

AAP

‘People before plants’: NSW premier commits to raising Warragamba Dam wall 14 metres

Government deems controversial project critical state infrastructure in order to have it approved ‘as quickly as possible’

The Guardian - AU

Warragamba Dam wall rise now 'critical'

The NSW government's commitment to raising Sydney's Warragamba Dam wall has attracted criticism from political opponents and environmental advocates.

AAP

Pheu Thai urges EC to allow relief aid donations

The main opposition Pheu Thai Party has urged the Election Commission (EC) to revise electioneering regulations during the 180-day period prior to the end of the House of Representatives' term to allow MPs to hand out relief items to flood victims.

Bangkok Post

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Flood alerts as rivers swell

Thailand's National Water Command Centre (NWCC) has issued a warning about the swelling Chao Phraya and Pasak rivers as the Pasak Jolasid Dam is doubling its discharge volume.

Bangkok Post

Chiang Mai city to pump out floodwater

CHIANG MAI: At least 20 large pumps will be installed to help drain water from flood-hit Chiang Mai city, the province's governor Nirat Pongsitthithavorn said on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Flood warnings issued as east coast braces for heavy rain and storms – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Heavy rain to hit already-flooded parts of central and western NSW in coming days

Up to 100mm of rain could fall over a 24-hour period in some areas as a severe weather system moves over western and central parts of NSW.

ABC News

Four dams at full capacity and four days of rain ahead. Where will all this water go?

Another rain event is on the way, and our dams are already overflowing.

The Canberra Times

Outback NSW locals worn out by rain

Residents of outback NSW towns say constant rain has put their lives and businesses under strain, as many face a renewed threat of flooding.

AAP

Federal agency to help pay for Mississippi flood control

A federal agency has set aside money to help guard Mississippi’s capital city and surrounding areas against flood damage following two deluges in three years

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Frustrated dad fears his house is collapsing around his family and begs for help

Lewyn Clegg says his house floods "constantly" ever since storms battered the area just after they moved in in 2019

Bangkok Post

Flooding damages crops, risks tourism recovery

Thailand is battling the worst flooding in years with a large swathe of its crop land inundated by seasonal storms and swollen rivers, threatening to fuel food prices and hinder a nascent tourism recovery.

Bangkok Post

Prayut gives haircut to veteran

UBON RATCHATHANI: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha spent a moment trimming hair for an army veteran during his trip to inspect the flood situation in this northeastern province on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

UN flood aid appeal jumps amid disease surge in Pakistan

The United Nations is asking for five times' more international aid after deadly floods in Pakistan left millions of survivors homeless and at rising risk of waterborne diseases

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Nonprofits start building homes for Eastern KY flood survivors

Bangkok Post

PM scorned for backing radio as flood information medium

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has suggested that transistor radios may often be the best means of keeping people informed during major flooding, but his remark drew public scorn.

Salon

Hurricane Ian could worsen inequality

Poor and non-white communities are often hardest hit — but FEMA disproportionately aids whiter, wealthier areas

Newcastle Herald

Hunter councils welcome $15 million flood recovery funding but note room for 'improved opportunity'

Councils impacted by February and March flooding are eligible.

Bangkok Post

Upriver provinces face flooding to save Bangkok

The National Water Command Centre has warned flooded provinces along the Chao Phraya River of rising water levels as it slows the downriver surge from the North to protect Bangkok.

ABC News

BOM is predicting storms and flooding from NT all the way to Tasmania. Here’s a state-by-state breakdown of what you need to know

With the La Niña wet season wasting no time inundating the country with water, state emergency services say now is the time to prepare for flooding.

AAP

Month's worth of rain headed for NSW

Severe weather including flash and riverine flooding is forecast for NSW with a month's worth of rain predicted to fall on already saturated catchments.

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