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Ice jam causes minor flooding in Ausable Forks

The ice went out on the Ausable River on Sunday, Mar. 8. Photo: Emily Russell Mar 09, 2026 — Officials in northern New York and Vermont are keeping a close eye on rivers across the region as warm weather begins melting ice - which can lead to ice jams. On …

Disaster declared as Queensland city braces for flooding

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Large Kona Low To Bring Flooding, Severe Storms To Hawaiʻi

(BIVN) – A Special Weather Statement has been issued by the National Weather Service, as forecasters warn Hawaiʻi that a powerful kona storm will impact the state this week. “A powerful kona storm will begin impacting the western end of the state as early …

New Orleans water main break floods Uptown homes as Helena Moreno demands a plan from S&WB

Uptown streets flooded and thousands of New Orleanians were told to boil their drinking water after a major water main break near Carrollton Avenue, the third such rupture since the start of the year and one that prompted sharp criticism of the Sewerage …

Today in Africa — Mar 9, 2026: 42 Killed in Kenya Floods, Rising Oil Prices From Iran War Threaten Inflation Across ...

NEWS OkayAfrica has scoured the Internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. On Mar 9, coverage includes: Kenya’s flood death toll rising to 42 after torrential rains; surging global oil prices linked to the Iran war threatening …

Kerr County, Texas, Puts $14.7M Grant Toward Flood Monitoring

A regional coalition led by Kerrville Public Utility Board (KPUB) will use a $14.7 million state broadband award to upgrade the communications backbone behind flood monitoring and public warning efforts in Kerr County, focusing on faster data transmission …

‘It’s calf-deep’: Residents share videos as water main break floods Uptown

Residents woke up to calf-deep water and flooded cars after a broken water main sent water rushing through an Uptown neighborhood. As water from a busted water main turned Uptown New Orleans streets into flowing rivers Monday, folks who got the early …

Grand Crossing Trail temporarily closed for flood mitigation

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The Grand Crossing Trail is temporarily closed. The closure is part of a two-phase construction project ‘aimed at improving long-term trail resiliency and user experience.’ Phase 1 started Monday and includes the closure of the Grand …

Plans for Habitat for Humanity Houses for Spencer flood victims

The Northwest Iowa Corridor Habitat for Humanity has purchased two lots in Spencer that had been vacant for over 50 years. The property is near an old auditorium and the Spencer Community School Board has approved the sale. Joe Bjornstad is Executive …

City crews repair potholes, warn of localized flooding

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Toney roads closed due to flooding; more rough weather for Tennessee Valley Wednesday

Heavy rainfall has led to hazardous roads in Toney, prompting warnings from local fire rescue services. TONEY, Ala — High water was reported Monday on Echo Lane and High Drive in the Toney community following moderate to heavy rainfall across the Tennessee …

Alaska’s glacial lakes are expanding, increasing the risk of destructive outburst floods

Every summer, people living near the Mendenhall River in Juneau, Alaska, keep a close eye on the water level. When the river level begins to rise rapidly, it’s a sign that Suicide Basin, a small glacier-dammed lake 5 miles up the mountains, has broken …

Ice jam causes minor flooding in an Adirondack hamlet

Officials in northern New York and Vermont are keeping a close eye on rivers across the region as warm weather begins melting ice – which can lead to ice jams. On Sunday, one formed on the Ausable River leading officials to issue a local State of Emergency …

Reminiscent of 2010: regions brace for major flooding of the Burnett River

Hawaii braces for Kona storm as flood watch issued, governor declares emergency

UPDATE 11:30 a.m. Gov. Josh Green has issued an emergency proclamation in advance of a significant storm system expected to bring heavy rain, flooding, thunderstorms and damaging winds to the Hawaiian islands this week. The proclamation allows the state to …

Flooding from ice jams closes SUNY Schenectady

SUNY Schenectady is closed Monday due to flooding on campus caused by ice jams from the nearby Mohawk River, as warm temperatures and snow/ice melt create ponding in parking lots. All on-campus and remote classes were canceled, and staff offices were …

Illinois primary races heat up as outside money floods campaign ads

Nairobi counts cost of floods as Sakaja says he's not responsible

Industries marooned following heavy rains in Nairobi on March 7, 2026. [Nicholas Biwott, Standard] The waters have begun to recede in many parts of Nairobi, but the anger shows no sign of ebbing away. Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week. Fact‑first …

Flash floods kill at least 42 in Kenya amid heavy rains – news.cgtn.com

ZEELOOL Launches Healing Blooms: Spring’s Nature-Inspired Eyewear

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spring is in full bloom and ZEELOOL is excited to announce their latest eyewear collection, Healing Blooms. Inspired by the beauty of nature, these frames are designed to not only enhance …

Levelynx Launches Affordable 60GHz Radar Flood Monitoring and Early Warning System for Cities and Counties

Water level monitoring system brings industrial-grade accuracy to communities without capital equipment costs FISCHER, TX, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Levelynx, a Texas-based water monitoring technology company, today …

180 Years Later, the Donner Party Speaks for Themselves

Capital Books Press publishes two landmark survivor accounts for the 180th anniversary of America's most haunting pioneer disaster SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On October 28, 1846, 87 California-bound pioneers …

Geospatial industry’s most persistent data discovery bottlenecks tackled — Spatineo launches AI-powered GIS search tool

Built on 15 years of geospatial infrastructure expertise, the Spatineo Descovery streamlines spatial data discovery and integration directly within ArcGIS Pro. HELSINKI, UUSIMAA, FINLAND, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spatineo, a …

GiveDirectly Prepares Emergency Cash Relief for Families Affected by Middle East Conflict

Leading Direct Cash Nonprofit Is Currently Monitoring Three Regions for Rapid Cash Deployment as US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Displace Over 100,000 People NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GiveDirectly, one of the …

Moore Firm Redesigns Website to Better Serve McAllen, Dallas, and Austin Property Damage Victims

Redesigned website improves clarity and access to property damage claim information for victims in McAllen, Dallas, and Austin. MCALLEN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moore Law Firm has announced the launch of a fully …

Disaster Emergency Services Marks 3rd Anniversary, Salvation Army Partnership, Launch of Restoration Tech in St. Louis

DES is the rapid-response cleanup team and technologically advanced advocate for property owners navigating the complex aftermath of a disaster. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Disaster Emergency Services (DES), a …

US Special Rescue Announces Executive Board Members

US Special Rescue, a private company which provides advanced training in special needs emergency response, announces the addition of Executive Board Members. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- US Special Rescue, a …

Flash Forest Launches the Forestry Intelligence Service, Replacing Forestry Survey Guesswork with Census-Level Precision

Canada’s leading automated reforestation company introduces an innovative new service to help modernize Silviculture Effectiveness Monitoring. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Flash Forest, Canada’s leading automated …

2026 ‘National Snow Guards Safety Month’ Shines Spotlight on Homeowner Safety

ENGLEWOOD, CO, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the second year, Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc., a leader in the snow retention industry, is hosting National Snow Guards Safety Month during the month of March. The focus on the …

Tomato and pepper production faces emerging threats

DSMZ: Novel virus strains overcome key crop resistance genes BRAUNSCHWEIG, LOWER SAXONY AREA, GERMANY, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A research team composed of plant virologists from the Plant Virus Department at Leibniz Institute DSMZ-German …

ALLATRA and Bolivia Launch Strategic Cooperation on Climate Security

LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Paz, Bolivia, February 25, 2025 — The Vice Ministry of Civil Defense of Bolivia and the ALLATRA Global Research Center (ALLATRA GRC) are launching a joint cooperation program aimed at …

Tarps Plus Highlights the Essential Role of Tarps in Spring Construction and Agricultural Operations

Tarps Plus outlines how heavy-duty tarp solutions support construction sites and agricultural operations during peak spring season. GEORGETOWN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As spring construction schedules accelerate and …

What Super Bowl LX Taught Bay Area Security Teams, and Why It Matters Before the World Cup

Coalition coordinated across 11 counties during Super Bowl; NCRIC Exec Dir calls for system modernization in testimony REDWOOD CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Bay Area prepares to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at …

Solara Remote Data Delivery and Skylo Announce Certification Agreement

Milestone marks key step to Solara offering cost-effective 3GPP satellite coverage to customers not served by cell towers BARCELONA, SPAIN, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tom Tessier, President, Solara Remote Data Delivery Inc., announces …

Asheville & Greenville Roofing Contractor Hatch Homes Attends 2026 Owens Corning Education Event in Charlotte

Serving Asheville, NC and Greenville, SC, Hatch Homes attended UNC Charlotte for Owens Corning training on roofing systems and storm protection. ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Asheville and Greenville roofing …

Charlotte Roofing Contractor Hatch Homes Completes Advanced 2026 Owens Corning Contractor Training at UNC Charlotte

Charlotte, NC roofing contractor Hatch Homes completed advanced training at UNC Charlotte on roofing standards, ventilation, and storm performance. CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Charlotte roofing contractor …

Altitude Water Founder & CEO Jeff Szur Announced as 2026 Disasters Expo Miami Judge

Szur Will Offer His Expertise in the Realm of Disaster Relief and What Communities Can Do to Be More Proactive LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, UNITED STATES, March 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Szur, the dedicated Founder and CEO of South Florida’s …

Social Grant Increases Confirmed in Budget 2026 – Effective April 2026

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, February 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South African government has confirmed increases to several social grants during the #Budget2026 announcement, effective from 1 April 2026. These increases will provide important …

FFRP Takes Action to Combat Growing Fire Risk in California

FFRP Deploys New Wildfire Responders While Advancing AB 2483 to Strengthen Hiring Pathways. CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD FOR FFRP SAY'S "WE'RE READY!" LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As …