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Winter relief for flood-stricken northern NSW with government funding for roads, rates, services

While the latest state government grants are welcome, some locals fear the winter months ahead as many remain homeless and without power.

ABC News

West Sydney locals exhausted by floods: MP

Gouged riverbanks in flood-prone western Sydney need restoring and levies could fund drainage improvements, an inquiry into the NSW floods has heard.

AAP

NSW dam managers face huge challenge to stop rivers flooding during near-record wet

Burrendong Dam was almost empty in early 2020, but now the region is experiencing a near-record wet period, with dam managers working furiously for the past nine months to contain the massive volumes of water.

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Buy back of flood-prone homes should happen now, NSW mayor says

Tweed shire mayor Chris Cherry says window for relocations closing, criticises delay for inquiry recommendations

The Guardian - AU

Traffic hazard concerns raised over flooding problems on rural Scots road

Tree roots within culvert are said to be the cause of the problem outside woollen mill store.

Daily Record

California drought resurrects decades-old plan for controversial Sites Reservoir

MAXWELL, Calif. — A long-dead proposal to flood a bucolic valley north of Sacramento and create a massive reservoir for thirsty Southern California is finding new life — and opposition — amid the effects of climate change and worsening drought.

Los Angeles Times

POINT: Bold action is needed before hurricanes strike

Another hurricane season begins after two of the most devastating seasons in recent memory, particularly for my home state of Louisiana.

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Council throws out plans for 73 new homes near the centre of Ramsbottom

A planning meeting heard one objector say the plans 'show no respect for the heritage of the area'

Manchester Evening News

Brisbane 2011 flood class action win of $450 million to be distributed by early 2023

Victims of the 2011 Brisbane floods have started receiving part of the $450 million settlement won in a class action against dam operator SunWater and the state of Queensland.

ABC News

Houses allotted to flood-affected families in Kodagu

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The Hindu

The Day A Tsunami-like Flood Struck A Landlocked Mountain Town

More than 130 years ago, Johnstown, Pennsylvania, was wiped out in minutes when a 40-foot-high wave enveloped it.

Zenger

Insurance Council says cost of northern NSW and south-east Queensland floods now at $4.3 billion

The combined floods are now considered the "fourth most expensive disaster" in Australia's history, with the cost expected to rise.

ABC News

£400,000 measures revealed to save Kenton homes and school from flood waters that 'run like a river'

Council bosses say that flooding in Kenton Bar has caused "severe" damage and affected locals' mental health

Chronicle Live

Star Bollywood Singer KK Dies after Concert at 53

Star Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died of a heart attack at age 53 after a concert, officials said Wednesday, prompting a flood of tributes. "His songs reflected a wide range of emotions (and) struck a chord with people of all age groups," Prime Minister Narendra Modi…

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NSW disaster agency 'tried their best': MP

Resilience NSW has faced further criticism at an inquiry into the state's flood response, as community groups claim they have been left to lead the recovery.

Birmingham Post

Signature Aviation opens private terminal building at Birmingham Airport

US operator has constructed a new facility following flood damage at previous site

The Guardian - AU

Fights broke out as top-down approach to Lismore flood response failed, inquiry told

Locals who were trying to help rescue residents and feed evacuees clashed with NSW agencies, community witnesses say

Asharq Al-Awsat

Germany Issues Fresh Warning to Banks of Cyber Attacks Due to Ukraine War

The German financial regulator BaFin issued a fresh cyber security warning on Tuesday to the nation's financial sector due to the war in Ukraine following a recent increase in cyber attacks. BaFin has repeatedly warned about cyber attacks but Tuesday's security notice marks an escalation of its concerns. "In recent…

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Birmingham Post

Flood protection on the agenda for Humber Business Week as city greening urged

Living With Water's Blue-Green Vision outlined at live event

Chronicle Live

Traffic chaos in Whitley Bay after burst water main floods road

The road remains closed as technicians work to fix the leak

The Hindu

Indus water talks held on ‘cordial’ terms, says MEA

Official statements from Delhi and Islamabad indicate assurances on resolving current issues over hydropower projects, flood flow data sharing

Asharq Al-Awsat

Hurricane Agatha Drenches Mexican Beach Resorts

Hurricane Agatha, the first of the season, lashed a string of beach resorts on Mexico's Pacific coast as it barreled ashore Monday, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and flood warnings. Agatha was the strongest storm to make landfall along Mexico's Pacific coast in May since record keeping began in 1949,…

AAP

Lismore MP slams agency's flood response

The NSW agency tasked with coordinating the response to disastrous floods was unprepared and struggled to provide help, a hearing in Lismore has been told.

Liverpool Echo

Key work underway as controversial flood wall coming to Wirral town

Campaigners claim it will stop people coming to the town

The National (Scotland)

Funding boost for flood prevention and regeneration at local park

A project to rejuvenate a Glasgow park and reduce flood risks in the area has received £115,000 of Scottish Government funding.

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