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Why 2025 became the summer of flash flooding in America

The National Weather Service has already issued more than 3,600 flash flood warnings across the United States in 2025, and that number is increasing as torrential downpours continue in late July. There’s a good chance the U.S. will exceed its yearly average of around 4,000 flash flood warnings soon.

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How flood-ravaged Boston took on the climate deniers – and won

As the Trump administration dismisses global heating, the coastal city is getting on with becoming one of the most climate resilient in the world. Here’s how

The Guardian - UK

Plans for flood warning system floundered before Hill Country floods, witnesses tell legislative flood committee

Lawmakers serving on special committees investigating deadly floods blasted a river authority for failing to build a flood warning system on the Guadalupe River.

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FEMA chief rejects criticism, calls Texas floods response 'a model' for dealing with disaster

The acting administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is pushing back on criticisms of the federal response to the central Texas floods that killed at least 136 people

The Independent UK

At House hearing, scrutiny of FEMA handling of Texas floods - Roll Call

House Republicans and Democrats sharply scrutinized the federal response to the Texas flooding disaster that killed at least 135 people.

Roll Call

Fema director defends Texas flood response as ‘model’ for disasters

David Richardson’s comments follow claims of federal agency’s ‘incompetence’ and inaction during fatal floods

The Guardian - US

Texas lawmakers review catastrophic floods but say they aren't out to assign blame

Texas lawmakers say they aren't seeking to assign blame or “armchair quarterback” as they review the catastrophic July 4 floods that killed at least 136 people

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Border Czar Vows to Target Sanctuary Cities After New York Shooting Involving Undocumented Suspects: 'We're Going to Flood the Zone'

Tom Homan, the Trump administration's border czar, said Monday that ICE will expand its presence in areas where local governments do not cooperate with federal immigration efforts.

Latin Times

Couple wades through knee-deep water to marry in flooded church as Typhoon Wipha lashes Philippines: ‘It’s a test’

Pictures from the wedding show guests with rolled-up trousers, wading through knee-deep water

The Independent UK

Climate disasters are pushing people into homelessness – but there’s a lot we can do about it

Almost half of all Australian properties are at risk of bushfire, while 17,500 face risk of coastal erosion. By 2030, more than 3 million will face riverine flood risk.

The Conversation

Tom Homan's Plan To 'Flood the Zone' in Sanctuary Cities Will Lead to More Due Process Violations

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and border czar Tom Homan blamed the shooting of an off-duty Customs and Border Protection officer on the policies of sanctuary cities like New York.

Reason

The San Antonio Flood of 1921 Held Lessons We Refuse to Learn

There is nothing unknown about what triggered the brutal Hill Country flood of 2025 and so many others dating back to the nineteenth century.

Texas Observer

Century-old dam under strain as floods increase in US and federal funds dry up

Trump axes key infrastructure funding while more than 18,000 Ohio properties face flood risk as ageing dam buckles

The Guardian - US

Flash floods kill 3 tourists and leave 15 missing in northern Pakistan

Flash floods caused by heavy monsoon rains have swept away vehicles carrying tourists in northern Pakistan, killing three people and leaving 15 missing

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Philippines Flooding Displaces Thousands As New Storm Threatens

Heavy flooding inundated the Philippines' capital on Tuesday, forcing tens of thousands of people to flee and schools and government offices to shut, while a fresh storm brewed off the coast.

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Trump’s border czar to target sanctuary cities in US: ‘We’re gonna flood the zone’

Homan vows to escalate Ice operations after off-duty officer allegedly shot by undocumented person in New York City

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Texas flood protest goes to Washington: ‘No more kids lost to climate disasters’

Twenty-seven trunks symbolise child flood victims: ‘They died as a result of choices – terrible and deadly choices’

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UK temperatures to turn warmer after heavy rain and thunderstorms cause yellow weather warnings

The Environment Agency have warned motorists not to drive through floodwater on Monday and Tuesday

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Do nt attempt to drive through flood water after heavy rainfall, motorists warned

Yellow warnings have been issued by the Met Office for thunderstorms and hail on Monday

Evening Standard

Motorists urged not to drive through flood water as heavy rain forecast for UK

Yellow warnings have been issued by the Met Office for thunderstorms and hail on Monday, with a chance of up to 50mm of rain within a single hour.

The Guardian - US

‘It’s really theft’: the Republican plan to redraw Texas maps – and grab more power

Democrats are livid over the governor’s plan to redraw districts at a time when Texas officials are supposed to be focused on recovery from the floods

The Independent UK

China hit by multiple storms, floods, and heatwaves as Typhoon Wipha makes landfall

Typhoon Wipha makes landfall in southern Guangdong province as torrential rain continues across parts of China

The Texas Tribune

The Texas Legislature is back for a special session. Here’s what we’re watching.

Lawmakers will have 30 days to tackle a packed agenda outlined by Gov. Greg Abbott, from flood relief to redistricting to THC products.

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: This wetland is dry and scratchy as a loofah – for now

Mytholmroyd, West Yorkshire: The River Calder isn’t always as low and agreeable as it is today, and that’s why this nature reserve was created

Evening Standard

Risk of flash flooding as storms could bring half a month’s rainfall on Monday

Parts of the UK are set for heavy, thundery downpours.

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