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After deadly floods, Texas lawmakers begin hearings on early warnings/relief funding

AUSTIN, Texas — After one of the deadliest floods in Texas history, state lawmakers are preparing to hold their first public hearing aimed at addressing what went wrong, and what must change to prevent it from happening again. The hearing begins at 9 a.m. …

Tourists urged to avoid travel to Kaghan, Naran amid flood risks

Mansehra  -  Amid ongoing monsoon rains, the Mansehra police on Tuesday issued a travel advisory for the general public, especially tourists, urging them to avoid non-essential travel to the Kaghan and Naran Valleys due to increased risks of landslides, …

Stop flooding us with AI-based grant applications, begs Health Institute

ai-pocalypse Amid expectations that the Trump administration will introduce an AI Action Plan on Wednesday to boost the use of AI in government, the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) are pleading for less of it. In guidance issued last week to …

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Dutch Grand Prix F1 track forced to release statement after 'floods cause damage'

Officials at Circuit Zandvoort were forced to release a statement clearing up some 'fake news' about damage to the track. It is due to host the Dutch Grand Prix on the final weekend of August, the penultimate race until it leaves the calendar in …

Wipha causes severe flooding in central Vietnam

HANOI, July 23 (Xinhua) -- Wipha, the sixth typhoon of this year, has caused severe flooding in central Vietnam, posing a high risk of flash floods and landslides in mountainous areas, local daily newspaper Nhan Dan (People) reported Wednesday. One death …

Oyo SEMA Issues Alert On Heavy Rains, Flooding

The Oyo State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has warned residents of flood-prone areas in the state to brace for heavy rainfall and possible flooding. In a statement issued in Ibadan, SEMA’s Administrative Secretary, Mrs. Ojuolape Busari, said reports …

Four highways blocked due to floods and landslides

KATHMANDU: Continuous rainfall over the past several days has triggered floods and landslides across Nepal, leading to the complete obstruction of four major highways, according to the Nepal Police Headquarters. Among the blocked roads are the Koshi …

NDMA warns of flood, landslide across Pakistan amid heavy monsoon rains

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning about potential threats across various parts of the country due to monsoon rains, effective until July 25. According to the spokesperson, heavy rains in …

Kakao, Naver join relief efforts in flood-hit areas

Korea's major internet companies, including Kakao and Naver, have joined nationwide relief and recovery efforts in flood-hit areas, the companies said Wednesday. Kakao, the operator of the popular KakaoTalk messenger, said five of its affiliates, …

Flash floods kill five in GB, dozens still missing

At least five tourists lost their lives and 15 remain missing after powerful flash floods hit the Thak Babusar region in Gilgit-Baltistan. Triggered by continuous heavy rain, the floods swept away eight tourist vehicles and blocked major roads, creating …

Nebraska Task Force 1 returns home from Texas after deadly flooding

'There is still so much to do': Nebraska Task Force 1 returns home from Texas The urban search and rescue team was deployed to help in the aftermath of deadly flooding. WELL, IT’S BEEN TWO WEEKS NOW SINCE NEBRASKA TASK FORCE ONE WAS DEPLOYED TO …

Erwin Tulfo: Marcos freezes flood control funds due to irregularities

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the temporary suspension of the release of funds for certain flood control projects in the country due to various “problems,” according to neophyte Sen. Erwin Tulfo. Tulfo disclosed this in …

'Persistent flooding' at Cumbrian new-build prompts protest over garden drainage

Dean Hodgson moved into a £309,000 home on Hayton Way at Story Homes’ Edgehill Park development in Whitehaven earlier this year. He claims that poor drainage design has left several properties with unusable outdoor space, as water regularly pools after …

Justin Bieber floods ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 with ‘Swag’ songs

Justin Bieber‘s new single “Daisies” debuted at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100, but further down, the chart is packed with tracks from his new album Swag. As Billboard notes, a total of 16 songs from the album debuted on the chart, including “Daisies.” They …

Delhi-NCR heavy rain: IMD issues red alert for parts of capital amid flood concerns

A fresh round of rain lashed Delhi-NCR on Wednesday morning, following heavy overnight showers that left several areas waterlogged and disrupted traffic across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for northeast and …

2 Bulacan towns under state of calamity due to severe flooding

The towns of Calumpit and Balagtas in Bulacan have been placed under a state of calamity due to continuous rains, high tides, and dam water releases that caused severe flooding. INQUIRER FILES MALOLOS CITY—The towns of Calumpit and Balagtas in Bulacan have …

Flooding, persistent rain in North

PUBLISHED : 23 Jul 2025 at 13:17 Storm Wipha weakened to a low pressure system as it moved into the North of Thailand, where persistent rain was causing flooding in some provinces on Wednesday.  Somkhuan Tonchan, forecasting director at the Meteorological …

China sees record-breaking heatwaves in flood season

BEIJING, July 23 (Xinhua) -- China has seen record-breaking temperatures since the start of the flood season, with heatwaves arriving earlier and persisting longer than usual, the National Climate Center said Wednesday. Since the beginning of the flood …

Over the Top Terrazzo Earns National Award for Malibu 'Glass Box House' Reconstruction

Home's terrazzo installation, recognized for its design and craftsmanship, exemplifies resilience and artistry in post-Woolsey Fire reconstruction. FREDERICKSBURG , TX, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the Top Terrazzo …

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 …

New Mexicans Can Now Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance After Severe Storms, Flooding and Landslides

SANTA FE, New Mexico – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for New Mexicans in Lincoln County who sustained damage from the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, 2025, and continuing. Financial assistance is available …

Kentucky Counties Affected by April Flooding and May Tornadoes Now Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky.– Kentucky counties affected by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding and the May 16-17 tornadoes are now eligible to apply for FEMA Public Assistance.  Under FEMA’s Public …

Clinton County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO - Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Clinton County and Incorporated Areas. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information …

Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Kerr, Travis Counties

AUSTIN, Texas – Disaster Recovery Centers will open Friday, July 25, in Kerr County and Saturday, July 26, in Travis County to offer face-to-face help to survivors who had damage or losses from the severe storms and flooding in Central Texas. The centers …

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, …