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abcnews.go.comworld5 hrs ago
Storms threaten more than 100 million people in Northeast on Saturday
Severe storms triggered flash flooding across the Northeast on Saturday while Canadian wildfire smoke remained over several U.S. cities. NBC News reported the storms placed more than 100 million people at risk.
abcnews.go.comworld10 hrs ago
Thunderstorms Bring Flash Flooding to New York City After Days of Smoke and Heat
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit New York City and surrounding areas on Saturday. Between two and four inches of rain fell by early afternoon, with flash flood warnings in effect until 3:30 p.m.
axios.comworld23 hrs ago
Heavy Rains Flood Homes and Roads Across Seoul Area and Gangwon Province
Nearly 200 millimeters of rain fell overnight in the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province, producing 540 property damage cases and prompting evacuations. No casualties were reported as of 11 a.m. on July 18.
pbs.orgworld1 day ago
Rivers in Texas Hill Country continue rising after two feet of rain
Rivers across the Texas Hill Country remained elevated on Friday following more than two feet of rainfall that began Monday. Rescue operations continued as water levels stayed high even after the heaviest rain ended.
benzinga.comworld1 day ago
Ontario government activates disaster relief program for April flood victims
The Ontario government announced Friday that residents in seven municipalities can apply for reimbursement of uninsured costs from April flooding. The program covers evacuation and essential property repairs, with an application deadline of November 16, 2026.
msnbc.comworld1 day agoUpdated
Central Texas Flooding Kills Two, Prompts Large State Rescue Effort
At least two people died after nearly 30 inches of rain fell across South Central Texas in three days. Rescue crews airlifted a family and their dogs from Uvalde while state responders deployed more than 2,300 personnel.
world1 day ago
Storm Surge Floods Chilean Town of Penco, Killing Three
A powerful storm surge hit Chile's central coast on Thursday, flooding homes in Penco and the Biobío region. Emergency crews evacuated residents while forecasters warned of returning winds and rain by Saturday.
Al Jazeeraworld2 days ago
Two Die in Southern Texas Flooding; Over 230 Rescues Conducted
Flooding across southern Texas has killed two people and led to more than 230 rescues, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday. Heavy rain since Monday has pushed rivers to record levels in several counties. State and federal teams continue search and evacuation efforts.
winnipegfreepress.comworld2 days ago
Flood rescues exceed 75 in Texas as Canadian wildfire smoke reaches New York
More than 75 people have been rescued in Texas amid rising floodwaters. Canadian wildfire smoke is affecting air quality across the Midwest and Northeast, including New York, while heat raises wildfire risk in California.
winnipegfreepress.comworld2 days ago
Flash Flooding in Central Texas Kills One, Prompts Rescue of Over 40
Torrential rain has caused dangerous flash flooding across central Texas, killing at least one person and forcing the rescue of more than 40 others from homes and vehicles. Warnings were issued along the Leona River in Uvalde while a tornado near San Antonio added wind damage.
cnbc.comscience2 days ago
Kerr County declares flash flood emergency as heavy rain kills one and prompts dozens of rescues
Heavy rain triggered a flash flood emergency in parts of Kerr County on July 16, 2026. Governor Greg Abbott confirmed one death and about 80 rescues. More than six million people across 57 counties were under flood watch.
The Independentworld2 days ago
Rescuers save child wearing snorkel from Texas floodwaters
Emergency crews pulled a child wearing a snorkel mask from floodwaters near Camp Mystic in the Texas Hill Country. State police have rescued more than 40 people from homes and vehicles after days of heavy rain washed out over 100 roads.
abcnews.go.comworld3 days agoUpdated
South Texas Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Temporary Highway Closures; No Deaths Reported
Storms dropped up to a foot of rain west of San Antonio on July 14, 2026, leading to at least two dozen rescues in Uvalde County. The National Weather Service warned of additional flash-flood risk through Thursday.
abcnews.go.comworld4 days ago
Heavy Rain Collapses Mud-Brick House Roof, Killing 11 in Northwest Pakistan
Eleven people died when heavy rain caused a mud-brick house roof to collapse overnight in Kohat district. The victims, mostly women and children, were recovered by rescuers and returned to relatives for burial.
nbcnews.comworld5 days ago
Slow-Moving Storms Forecast to Bring Summer Rainfall Totals Across Parts of Texas
Cnn reported that slow-moving storms could bring heavy rain and flash flooding to eastern, central and southwestern Texas through Thursday. A flood watch covers more than 5 million people, with the highest risk near the Rio Grande Valley.
ecns.cnworld5 days ago
Flooding Submerges Roads in Northern China Provinces
Severe flooding hit Hebei and Liaoning provinces, with water levels exceeding 2 meters in Kuancheng county. Videos showed residents swimming and paddle-boarding on streets. The event followed Typhoon Bavi weakening to a tropical storm.
axios.comworld5 days ago
Heat Dome Peaks Over Western U.S. With Record Temperatures and Fires
Roughly 58 million people were under severe weather alerts Sunday as a heat dome peaked in the west. Record highs hit 110 degrees in Billings, Montana, and 109 in Salt Lake City while fires and flooding struck other regions.
nypost.comworld6 days ago
Monsoon Storms Reach Southwest, Bringing Heat Relief and Flood Risks
A high-pressure system is directing tropical moisture into the region, starting the North American monsoon near its typical early July timing. Thunderstorms are forecast across six states and several major cities through the coming week.
Los Angeles Timesworld7 days ago
Missouri Flooding Kills One, Prompts Helicopter Rescue of Over 200 Campers
Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding across Missouri on Friday, killing one woman and forcing emergency crews to airlift more than 200 children and staff from a summer camp. Officials declared a state of emergency as roads washed out and additional storms threatened neighborin…
world8 days ago
Floods inundate towns in Guangxi province after reservoir dams fail
Record rainfall caused dams at local reservoirs to fail in Hengzhou on Monday, flooding towns and villages. Hundreds of snakes escaped from a breeding farm during the flooding.
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usatoday.comworld8 days ago
Severe Storms Forecast to Bring Flash Flood Risk Across Multiple U.S. Regions This Weekend
AccuWeather reported that thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected from the Great Plains to the Mid-Atlantic coast through Sunday. Flash flood watches and warnings are already active in several states.
yna.co.krworld9 days ago
Typhoon Maysak Floods Guangxi, Traps Over 10,000 Students
Typhoon Maysak brought record rainfall to China's Guangxi region, collapsing dams and flooding towns. Rescue teams deployed boats, rafts and drones while authorities prepared for Super Typhoon Bavi.
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Yonhapworld9 days ago
Heavy monsoon rains damage 256 facilities and force 662 evacuations across South Korea
Heavy downpours on Thursday damaged 256 facilities and prompted 662 people to evacuate, mainly in central provinces. Authorities reported one missing person and warned of continued heavy rain into Friday.
ecns.cnworld9 days ago
Hundreds of Snakes Including Cobras Escape Flooded Farms in Southern China
Flooding from typhoon Maysak damaged snake breeding farms in Hengzhou, Guangxi. Residents faced bites from escaped venomous snakes amid broader storm damage that killed at least 38 people nationwide.
vanguardngr.comworld10 days ago
Storms Kill 17 in Southern China, Force 130,000 to Evacuate
Torrential rain triggered widespread flooding across Guangxi, killing 17 people and prompting large-scale evacuations. Rescue teams are searching affected areas for survivors after rivers overflowed and a reservoir dam burst.
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manilatimes.networld11 days ago
ECOWAS Chairman Visits Ghana After June 29 Floods
The chairman of the ECOWAS Authority met Ghana's president to express condolences following flooding that killed at least 13 people. The visit precedes a regional summit scheduled for mid-July.
Nbc Newsworld12 days ago
Torrential rain triggers flood alerts for tens of millions across Northeast
Heavy rainfall flooded streets and prompted water rescues in several states. A wholesale club roof collapsed in New Jersey while airports reported travel delays.
thehindu.comworld12 days ago
Typhoon Maysak kills two in southern China and forces tens of thousands to evacuate
Typhoon Maysak killed two people in Nanning and prompted the evacuation of about 48,000 residents after causing dam breaches and extreme flooding. The storm, which made landfall in Hainan on Friday and Vietnam on Sunday, is expected to bring additional heavy rainfall to several p…
South China Morning Postworld12 days ago
Dam Breach at Liulan Reservoir Evacuates Over 300 in Guangxi
Floodwater from a collapsed dam in Hengzhou prompted evacuations of more than 300 people on Monday. Multiple reservoirs in Guangxi faced breaches amid heavy rain tied to Typhoon Maysak. No casualties have been reported.
uctoday.comworld13 days ago
NYC Issues Flash Flood Alerts Through Monday Night
City officials and the National Weather Service warn of life-threatening basement flooding as a multi-day storm moves through the region.
axios.comworld13 days ago
Heat Wave Kills at Least 25 as Storms Threaten East Coast
A weeklong heat wave continued Sunday with 40 million people under alerts across multiple regions. Officials reported at least 25 deaths, mostly in New Jersey, while storms brought damaging winds and flood risks.
abcnews.go.compolitics15 days ago
Parents of Camp Mystic victim share message one year after 2025 flood
The parents of an eight-year-old girl who died at Camp Mystic released a statement ahead of the first anniversary of the July 2025 flood. Twenty-five campers and two counselors died when floodwaters from the Guadalupe River swept through the Kerr County site.
politics16 days ago
Floods in Côte d’Ivoire kill 59 since May amid regional rains
Flooding in Côte d’Ivoire has killed 59 people since May. Similar rains have caused deaths and damage in neighboring countries.
world16 days ago
Ivory Coast Flooding Kills 59 Since Mid-May
Heavy rains that began in mid-May have killed 59 people across Ivory Coast. Officials reported 10 deaths in Abidjan over two days and 20 deaths in the Attecoube neighborhood.
chicago.suntimes.compolitics17 days ago
Severe Storms Expected from Plains to Northeast Through Friday
A heat dome is producing dangerous temperatures and triggering multiple days of severe storms across the central and northern United States. The pattern began Tuesday and is forecast to continue through Friday.
nbcnews.comworld19 days ago
Flash Flooding Kills Five Across Kentucky and Tennessee
Heavy rain triggered flash flooding that killed four people in Kentucky and one in Tennessee over the weekend. Officials issued emergency declarations and conducted multiple water rescues as rainfall totals exceeded 10 inches in some areas.
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nbcnews.comworld19 days ago
Flash floods kill five across Kentucky and Tennessee
Heavy rain triggered flash flooding that killed four people in Kentucky and one woman in Tennessee while she tried to rescue her son. Officials declared states of emergency in multiple counties and issued additional flood warnings.
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abcnews.go.comworld20 days ago
Camp Mystic Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Citing Over $10 Million in Debt After 2025 Flood
The Christian all-girls camp in Hunt, Texas, submitted the filing on June 24, 2026, nearly a year after a Guadalupe River flood killed 27 people. Court records list debts exceeding $10 million.
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New York Postworld21 days ago
Flash Flood Emergencies Issued Across Kentucky and Ohio Valley
Multiple Flash Flood Emergencies were declared Saturday as torrential rain caused widespread flooding, water rescues and at least one fatality in Kentucky. Officials issued evacuations and states of emergency in several counties while rainfall totals reached 3 to 5 inches across…
New York Postworld21 days ago
Kentucky flooding kills at least one, prompts state emergency declaration
Widespread flooding across Kentucky on Saturday has killed at least one motorist and prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency. Search and rescue teams are responding while additional rainfall is forecast.
Abc Newsworld21 days ago
Red Flag Warnings issued for Four Corners region
Six states face Red Flag Warnings for dangerous fire weather through Sunday. Parts of eastern Utah, western Colorado, northeast Arizona and northwest New Mexico are under an extremely critical fire weather risk.
news.sky.comworld22 days ago
Scotland Hit by Thunderstorms and Flash Flooding After Hottest Day
The BBC reported lightning, heavy rain and flash flooding overnight in parts of Scotland after the country recorded its hottest day of the year. A Met Office yellow warning now covers almost all of Scotland, with flood alerts active and a red extreme-heat warning in place for par…
abcnews.go.comworld24 days agoUpdated
Camp Mystic Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy One Year After July 4 Flood That Killed 28
The Texas summer camp submitted an eight-page Chapter 11 filing listing debts between $10 million and $50 million. The move comes nearly a year after catastrophic flooding along the Guadalupe River.
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The Independentscience26 days ago
Michigan Floods Leave Many Rural Homeowners Without Insurance or Risk Data
Record spring rains and snowmelt flooded northern Michigan homes, exposing gaps in federal flood maps and insurance access for thousands of residents. Many property owners had been told they were outside mapped flood zones and could not obtain coverage.
Al Jazeerascience26 days ago
Pakistan Issues Nationwide Flood Alert and Places Provinces on High Alert
Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority issued a nationwide alert on Sunday for thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, urban flooding, and elevated glacial lake outburst flood risks over the next 12 to 24 hours. The warning highlights northern areas including Hunza and Skardu a…
Nbc Newsscience28 days ago
Storms, Flooding and Heat Affect Parts of U.S. This Weekend
Severe storms, flash flooding and extreme heat are affecting sections of the Plains, Midwest and South. The conditions coincide with peak holiday travel and scheduled matches.
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Flooding Continues in Louisiana and Mississippi as More Severe Weather Expected
Flood conditions remain in parts of Louisiana and Mississippi. Additional heavy rain and storms are forecast for the region.
abcnews.go.comworld29 days ago
Tropical Storm Arthur remnants flood homes, prompt rescues in Louisiana and Mississippi
Heavy rain from the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur flooded at least 200 homes in Louisiana and triggered water rescues in Mississippi on Thursday. One worker died during cleanup operations and several tornadoes were confirmed.
Usa Todayscience30 days ago
Remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur Drop Heavy Rain Across Gulf Coast States
Heavy rain and thunderstorms from Arthur's remnants triggered flash flood warnings across six states on Friday. The system is the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Los Angeles Timesscience31 days ago
Study Finds Human-Caused Sea Level Rise Increased Likelihood of Extreme Coastal Floods
A study published in Nature Climate Change found that coastal floods with a historical 1% annual chance are now about 12 times more likely on average. Researchers attributed the increase primarily to human-driven sea level rise since the 1960s.
nbcnews.comworld32 days ago
Gulf Coast Forecast Calls for Over 12 Inches of Rain
Weather services project more than 12 inches of rainfall along the Gulf Coast over the next several days. The forecast follows flash flooding that occurred over the weekend.
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news.sky.comworld32 days ago
Deadly Flooding Strikes South as Midwest Prepares for Severe Storms
Flooding has caused deaths in the South while the Midwest faces a forecast for strong storms on Wednesday. The storms may bring tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail.
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Newsweekscience32 days agoUpdated
Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Texas and Louisiana Coasts
A tropical storm watch covers coastal areas from Sargent, Texas, to Fort Morgan, Louisiana. The system, labeled Potential Tropical Cyclone One, is forecast to become Tropical Storm Arthur and move inland by late Wednesday or early Thursday.
The Independentscience32 days ago
Potential Tropical Cyclone Southwest of Louisiana Brings Flood Risk Through Thursday
The National Hurricane Center said Tuesday a potential tropical cyclone 360 miles southwest of Lake Charles, Louisiana, carries a 50 percent chance of development over the next seven days.
news.google.comworld33 days ago
Flash Flooding Hits Waco and Austin After Heavy Rain
Heavy rainfall triggered rescues on I-35 and prompted flood watches across central and southern Texas. Forecasters expect additional rain through Thursday.
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france24.comworld33 days ago
Ghana Health Officers Report Disease Risk After Flooding
The head of Ghana's public health technical officers association warned of heightened disease risk following recent floods and urged immediate preventive steps.
abcnews.go.comworld36 days ago
Severe Storms and Heat Alerts Cover Northeast and Midwest
More than 350 storms struck parts of the central and eastern United States on Wednesday. Heat and humidity advisories now cover roughly 80 million people from California to the Northeast.
nbcnews.comtechnology40 days ago
Watch Duty Adds Nationwide Flood Tracking to App, Months After Planned January 2025 Launch
The nonprofit expanded its disaster-monitoring service nationwide and introduced flood alerts using data from federal agencies and river buoys.
theconversation.comworld42 days ago
Severe Storms Threaten 50 Million People from Ohio to Northeast
A level-two severe weather risk covers cities from Cleveland to Hartford on Saturday afternoon. Damaging winds, isolated hail, and lightning are the main hazards through the evening.
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abcnews.go.comworld48 days ago
Euphrates River Floods Prompt Civil Defense Response in Eastern Syria
Syria’s Civil Defense assisted families after the Euphrates river overflowed in the east. Rescue teams worked to reach affected households following the breach.