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Published on May 23, 2025

Airport cleaners and flooding in Australia: photos of the day – Friday

Workers clean a roof at Tocumen airport as Panama and Venezuela prepare to resume commercial flights nearly a year after suspending them, after the Panamanian president, José Raúl Mulino, refused to recognise the re-election of the Venezuelan president, …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 23, 2025

Massive floods wreak havoc in eastern Australia

Incessant rain over the past three days has unleashed massive floods in eastern Australia, inundating streets, cutting off entire towns and destroying homes. Parts of New South Wales, Australia's most populous state, have been the worst hit by the …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 23, 2025

Cow caught in flood found alive on Australian beach 11 miles away

May 23 (UPI) -- A cow was found alive on an Australian beach after being carried up to 11 miles by floodwaters. Layla Philipson found the cow alive on the sand on Old Bar beach, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. The cow was one of multiple bovines …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Disaster or digital spectacle? The dangers of using floods to create social media content

Almost 700 rescues had been carried out in New South Wales by Friday morning as record-breaking rainfall pounds the state. Tragically, four people have died in floodwaters. Amid the chaos, videos posted on social media show people deliberately entering or …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

‘THAT’S INSANE’: Auction in Sydney suburb leaves Australians stunned

It doesn’t have power or water connected, the yard resembles a rubbish-filled jungle, and vandals have covered most walls with graffiti, yet this dilapidated house in a notorious Sydney suburb fetched a staggering price at auction at the weekend. Eleven …

Source: Cairns Post - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Gales, showers and snow heading to south-east Australia

Just as flood levels start to recede along the New South Wales coast, the atmosphere will serve up further severe weather events across Australia during the coming days — from damaging winds and snow in the south, to widespread rain across the north. The …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Tottenham fans flood London streets for Europa League parade

Thousands of fans have lined the streets of North London for an open-top bus parade to celebrate Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League victory against Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday evening. Tottenham's 1-0 victory over United in the final, …

Source: Tribal Football - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

What turns heavy rain into a major flood?

There is more at play than just rain to create a major flood.(ABC News: Alex Lim) Parts of New South Wales are currently facing some of their worst floods in living memory, as heavy rain — in the order of half a metre over four days — falls across the …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Five people dead amid flooding on east coast of Australia

Sydney, May 23, (dpa/GNA) – Emergency services discovered the body of an 80-year-old man on his property in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales on Friday, bringing the confirmed death toll from the devastating flooding on Australia’s east …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on May 23, 2025

Australian PM Anthony Albanese tours flood-affected regions

Sydney, May 23 (IANS) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New South Wales (NSW) Premier Chris Minns on Friday toured the regions north of Sydney that have been inundated by widespread flooding following five consecutive days of torrential …

Source: The Morung Express - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Australia victims confront damage after deluge

TAREE: Flood victims confronted damage from a record deluge in eastern Australia on Friday, returning to find their homes caked in silt, cars half submerged and streets littered with debris. Four bodies have been pulled from floodwater in northern New …

Source: Oman Observer - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 23, 2025

Kangaroo 'tries to drown' man in Australian floodwaters

A "really muscly" kangaroo "tried to drown" a man in Australia, after the two got into a punch-up. Don James is said to have found himself fighting for his life as the marsupial held him down in floodwaters which had pooled on the side …

Source: BBC - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 23, 2025

In The Know: Joe Biden’s cancer, RBA interest cut, Trump’s Golden Dome, NSW floods, Washington DC shooting

Joe Biden On Monday, it was revealed that former US President Joe Biden had been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that had spread to his bones. The 82-year-old’s office said, “While this represents a more aggressive form of the …

Source: PerthNow - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Floods leave four dead and thousands stranded in Australia

Eastern Australia has been overwhelmed by catastrophic floods following three consecutive days of torrential rain, which dumped more than six months’ worth of rainfall across parts of New South Wales (NSW). The deluge has left four people dead, several …

Source: Global Village Space - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Climate Council Statement On NSW Floods: More Destructive Due To Climate Change

The Mid-North Coast of NSW is currently experiencing record-breaking flooding, after experiencing back-to-back extreme weather events in the last few years. It is critical to understand that these kinds of disasters are no longer simply “natural”. Extreme …

Source: The Climate Council - Center-left
Published on May 23, 2025

Three dead; one missing in Mid North Coast floods

Police urge motorists to drive safely after three people died and a man remains missing in floodwaters as severe weather continues to impact the Mid North Coast. On Wednesday, 21 May a woman was travelling between Sydney and Coffs Harbour when she stopped …

Source: Echonetdaily - Left-wing
Published on May 23, 2025

Australian PM tours flood-affected regions

SYDNEY, May 23 (Xinhua) -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New South Wales (NSW) Premier Chris Minns on Friday toured the regions north of Sydney that have been inundated by widespread flooding following five consecutive days of torrential …

Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 23, 2025

Record rainfall pelts Australia, floods kill at least 4

People in Australia have seen days of record rainfall that has triggered devastating floodwaters. The deluge has killed at least four. Australian weather officials say more than 600 millimeters of rain fell in part of New South Wales over the last 4 days. …

Source: NHK - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 23, 2025

At least 5 killed by 'devastating' floods in eastern Australia

Days of record rainfall from a slow-moving weather trough triggered deadly flooding in the north of the state, killing at least five people and forcing thousands from their homes. Photo by Lindsay Moller/EPA-EFE May 23 (UPI) -- Five people were …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 23:32 GMT

South Texas Survivors Affected by the March 26-28 Severe Storms and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

AUSTIN – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for South Texas homeowners and renters in four counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 23:32 GMT

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the April 2-22 Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA ...

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in 16 counties who sustained damage from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 2-22. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 20:08 GMT

Intense Flooding Damages New South Wales

(MENAFN) Australian officials reported on Saturday that an estimated 10,000 homes sustained damage due to unprecedented flooding across New South Wales (NSW), affecting approximately 50,000 residents. The New South Wales State Emergency Service (SES) …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 11:03 GMT

NSW Floods Damage 10,000 Properties, Impact 50,000 Residents

(MENAFN) Record-breaking floods in New South Wales (NSW) have reportedly damaged 10,000 properties and impacted 50,000 residents, Australian authorities confirmed on Saturday. The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has commenced damage assessments as flood …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 18:02 GMT

Governor Abbott Announces Federal Disaster Declaration For South Texas Flooding

TEXAS, May 23 - May 23, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today announced that four South Texas counties have been approved for federal disaster assistance as part of a Major Disaster Declaration approved by President Donald J. …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 18:25 GMT

Floods in Australia Claim Lives, Displace Thousands

(MENAFN) Three individuals have lost their lives and one more is still unaccounted for after severe flooding struck New South Wales (NSW), prompting evacuation alerts for over 50,000 residents. The extraordinary deluge, which authorities have now …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Above-Normal 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Predicts 13 To 19 Named Storms, 6 To 10 Hurricanes

Trusted Leader In Hurricane Protection Solutions Says South Florida Homeowners Should Be Prepared Prior to Season Start June 1 WEST PALM BEACH,, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida continues to recover from last year …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 23:32 GMT

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the April 2-22 Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA ...

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in 16 counties who sustained damage from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 2-22. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 23:32 GMT

Oklahoma Survivors Affected by the March Wildfires and Straight-line Winds Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

OKLAHOMA CITY – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Oklahoma homeowners and renters in seven counties who sustained damage from the wildfires and straight-line winds that occurred March 14-21. Financial assistance is available to …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 23:32 GMT

South Texas Survivors Affected by the March 26-28 Severe Storms and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

AUSTIN – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for South Texas homeowners and renters in four counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Nelson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Nelson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on May 23, for severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. How To Apply for FEMA …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Express Restoration Now Offers Professional Equipment Rentals in Edmond, OK

Express Restoration Launches Equipment Rental Services in Edmond, OK EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is proud to announce the launch of its professional equipment rental services, now available to …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 12:33 GMT

South Carolina Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and wildfires on March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Texas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from March 26–28, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm and straight-line winds from March 18-19, 2025. Public Assistance federal …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 8, 2025. Public …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kansas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Kansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm, straight-line winds, flooding and wildfires from March 14-19, 2025. Public …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

McDowell County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed for Memorial Day, permanently closing Thursday, May 29

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in McDowell County will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday and is scheduled to close permanently Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. The McDowell County center offers the last in-person …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Mississippi

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Mississippi to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Daviess County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Daviess County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hart County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Hart County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Another Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Jefferson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A second Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Jefferson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The …

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