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Princeton, IN (47670) Today Sunshine and clouds mixed. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 94F. Winds light and variable.. Tonight A stray thunderstorm is possible throughout the evening. A few clouds. Low around 75F. Winds light and variable. …

Warnings issued for flash floods in Ruidoso area

RUIDOSO, N.M. — The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Ruidoso and surrounding areas as a sizable storm moved over the burn scars Tuesday night. The Village of Ruidoso posted on Facebook that Gavilan Canyon Rd was closed from Meander …

National Weather Service Issues Coastal Flood Statement for Hawaiʻi Island

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Statement for Hawaiʻi Island through Thursday afternoon. Peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that are running higher than normal may lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low- …

Marcos stops SONA preps, orders shift to relief ops amid flooding

Malacañang has ordered the immediate suspension of all preparations for the President’s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) and instructed all government agencies to shift their full attention to flood response and relief operations. In a statement, …

‘Galing sa asawa ko’: Liza Marcos brings flood aid to Manila while ‘bossing’ is abroad

First Lady Liza Marcos stepped out of Malacañang on Tuesday to distribute relief goods to neighbors affected by the flooding in Manila. The First Lady sought to represent her husband President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. whom she fondly called “Bossing” in …

North Texas teen turns heartfelt song into flood relief for Central Texas

A North Texas teenager is using her love for music — and her heart for others — to help victims of the deadly flooding in Kerr County. Seventeen-year-old Charlotte March, of University Park, has loved music all her life, sharing her songs as an extension …

2019 veto under fire as Texas lawmakers revisit flood alert systems

SAN ANTONIO – Lawmakers are convening in Austin tomorrow for their first joint meeting of the select committees on disaster preparedness and flooding. The mission: improve Texas’ flood warning and emergency communications systems. But the alert and warning …

Experts collect seeds to create diverse, flood-resistant forests

Most days of the week, Jess Colby, a land steward, can be spotted in the woods of Vermont on state-owned land with a team on her side, pruners in hand, and a ladder. Colby pulls seed pods directly off of trees, collecting as many seeds as she can in a day…

Texas lawmakers focus on disaster preparedness after deadly flood

AUSTIN — AUSTIN, Texas — In the wake of a devastating flood that claimed 107 lives in Kerr County, Texas lawmakers are convening a special session to address disaster preparedness. The Guadalupe River rose 26 feet in just 45 minutes during a Fourth of July …

Texas Special Session: Who will testify at Flood Hearings in Austin on Wednesday?

Austin, Texas — AUSTIN, Texas – As floodwaters recede, questions remain: how did so many lives get lost in the July 4 Hill Country flood, and what will it take to ensure it never happens again? On Wednesday, Texas lawmakers will begin a special hearing of …

Floods Impact Big Bend And Other Texas Travel Destinations

Flood waters left debris, including vehicles and equipment scattered in Louise Hays Park on July 5 in Kerrville, Texas. (Photo by Eric Vryn/Getty Images) Getty Images The country mourns for so many people killed or injured—and properties ruined or …

Spring Hill, Gilmer students collect items for Texas Hill Country flood relief

Published 10:00 pm Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Students from Spring Hill and Gilmer ISDs have collected more than 1,000 items to donate to people affected by flooding in the Texas Hill Country.Members of the student councils at Spring Hill and Gilmer collected …

Coast Guard member honored for heroic flood rescue in Hill Country

AUSTIN, Texas — State lawmakers today honored Coast Guard member Scott Ruskan for his heroic actions during the Hill Country flood, where he rescued 165 people, including many young children at Camp Mystic. Ruskan was one of the first responders on the …

IMD warns of heavy rainfall: ORANGE ALERT in Mumbai, Pune; flash flood warning in Jammu | See full forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall across multiple regions, including Mumbai, Pune, Raigad, and Goa, for 23 July. A flash flood warning has also been sounded for parts of Jammu and Kashmir, …

Rains, flash floods kill 21 in Pakistan; tourists rescued in hilly north

Islamabad, Pakistan – Flash floods and landslides have killed at least 21 people in 24 hours across Pakistan, taking the total death toll in this year’s monsoon to 242. At least three people died in the northern region of Gilgit-Baltistan on Tuesday when a …

Ex-army officer, daughter swept away in flash floods

ISLAMABAD: A retired army officer and his daughter were swept away by flash floods in a private housing society on Tuesday morning after torrential rains lashed the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The incident occurred around 8:00 am when Colonel …

Multiple flood threats across the country

Heavy downpours could produce isolated flash flooding today and tonight

COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — Scattered thunderstorms are underway across much of South Carolina from the Midlands to the coast thanks to the combination of a cold front and the sea breeze. Hit and miss downpours will likely remain a threat until late this evening …

Rains, flooding wreak havoc in GB, AJK, Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: As many as 13 people were killed as rains, thunderstorms and flash floods battered parts of the country, especially Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Tuesday. With 234 lives already lost to monsoon rains across Pakistan, authorities have warned of an even …

Preparing Hickory’s Urban Canopy for Storm Season

Tree Safety and Risk Reduction Measures Recommended Ahead of Peak Weather Events HICKORY, NC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With peak storm season approaching in late summer and early fall, property owners across the …

Express Restoration Offers Expert Storm Damage Cleanup for Local Customers

Express Restoration Provides Professional Storm Damage Cleanup for Local Communities EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When severe weather strikes, quick response and expert care are essential to minimize property damage and …

FEMA Application Deadline Extended To August 22 For Kentuckians Affected by May Tornadoes

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured damage to their property from the May 16-17 tornadoes now have until August 22 to apply for FEMA assistance. Eligible counties are Caldwell, Laurel, Pulaski, Russell, Trigg and Union. …

Two Days Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who experienced damage or loss caused by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides have two days left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply is …

South Texas Disaster Assistance Deadline Has Passed but Help Still Available

AUSTIN, Texas – The July 22 deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance has passed, but help is still available for those who sustained loss from the March 26-28 severe storms and floods in South Texas.  Applicants should stay in touch with FEMA to …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Michigan

WASHINGTON - FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Michigan to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm from March 28-30, 2025. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Oregon

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Oregon to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides from March 13-20, 2025.  Public Assistance …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Indiana to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 9, 2025. Public …

AI and Global Collaboration Take Center Stage at Newsmatics’ Prague Workshop

Global teams met to discuss advancing products such as EIN Presswire, Perspectify and the Newsmatics News Index during strategy workshops. WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics, a leader in AI-powered …

Renters, Students, Self-Employed Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

Tennessee renters, students and self-employed in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Dyer, Hardeman, McNairy, Montgomery, Obion and Wilson counties may be eligible for money to help with personal losses from the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, …

Travis County Disaster Outreach Center to Extend Days of Operation

AUSTIN, Texas – The Travis County FEMA Disaster Outreach Center will remain open until Friday, July 25, to help survivors of the July storms and flooding.  The center, which opened July 16 and has been serving survivors daily, is located at: Round Mountain …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of New Mexico to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding and landslides from June 23, 2025, and continuing.  The President's …

BLUETTI Unveils Apex 300 Power Station in Canada as Demand for Backup Power and Off-Grid Solutions Rises

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Canadians face increasingly frequent power outages and turn to off-grid lifestyles and RV travel, BLUETTI has launched the Apex 300, a next-generation modular power station designed …

Project Rescue world first $10b blockchain fund to empower emergency response globally

A radical $10b fund driven by blockchain-powered funding platform Project Rescue aims to revolutionise financing for disaster and emergency responses globally. BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bold and …

Project Rescue's $10b blockchain fund to improve disaster response around the world

A revolutionary $10b fund driven by blockchain-powered platform Project Rescue is on track to revolutionise the funding of disaster and emergency responses. BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new $10b fund, …

Austin Disaster Relief Network Shifts to Survivor Care Stage in Multi-County Flood Response

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Austin Disaster Relief Network Expands Flood Response Operations in Travis, Williamson and Kerr Counties Current Phase: Mobilizing - Survivor Care Stage Response in progress: …

Last Day to Apply for Federal Assistance for April Storms

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Homeowners and business owners who had damage from the destructive storms, tornadoes and flooding in Arkansas in April have until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, to apply for federal disaster assistance. Residents including homeowners, …

Stay in Touch with FEMA and SBA to Keep Recovery on Track

ST. LOUIS – If you have applied for help after recent disasters in Missouri, stay in touch with FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration about your on-going recovery needs. Helpful Tips:  Read your letter from FEMA carefully. Provide contractor …

$10b for saving lives: Aussie firm backs big, bold fund for global rescues

A global need for billions of dollars for emergency response is on track to be realised with the radical $10b Project Rescue Disaster Relief Unification Fund. BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A critical global …

Stringent environmental regulations may undermine climate goals and renewable energy production, study finds

Prioritizing regulatory stringency as the primary tool for climate mitigation may inadvertently exacerbate climate change and heighten energy security risks. SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …