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Kansas neighbors rally against $37 million flood plan that would pave temporary lanes through front yards

"I believe it's somewhere between 8 and 18 inches of water after the project." by Leigh CookSeptember 20, 2026 In east Wichita, Kansas, a $37 million drainage project has become a flashpoint for one neighborhood. City officials describe it as …

Flooding concerns continue in South Florida today

Flooding concerns continue in South Florida today Today is another Impact Day for South Florida due to flooding concerns. The area is in for another round of scattered rain and storms, which could lead to more flooding in already oversaturated areas.

Porto Sol residents in Royal Palm Beach demand relief as neighborhood streets flood knee-deep

ROYAL PALM BEACH, Fla. — Residents in the Porto Sol community in Royal Palm Beach are demanding answers after soaking rains left neighborhood streets flooded knee-deep in some areas. Joseph Pankowski, a resident, described the conditions outside his home. …

Florida heat, humidity, and flood risk make tile and vinyl plank safer than hardwood

Picking the right flooring option in Florida isn't just about aesthetics. The state's heat, humidity, and flood risk can quickly turn a dream renovation into an expensive headache if homeowners choose materials that are not designed to handle …

Millions under flood alerts and flights delayed after a deluge of rain in parts of Midwest

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Torrential rains prompt flood risk for millions

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Prolonged tropical downpours target Florida with increasing flash flood threat through next week

The Sunshine State is not going to be dry and sunshine-y much this week, as a large wave of tropical moisture slams into the state through next Friday. Up to six inches of rain is possible in some parts of Florida, which for most of this year has been in …

Northeast Florida officials say aquifer needs 30 extra inches of rain as springs dry up

Photo Credit: St. Johns River Water Management District A stubborn water shortage in Northeast Florida is doing more than turning lawns brown. The St. Johns River Water Management District says the region's groundwater supply is under serious strain, …

Florida Python Challenge turns up mostly hatchlings, signaling a deeper Everglades problem

Florida's 2026 Python Challenge mostly turned up hatchling Burmese pythons instead of the giant adults the event is better known for. The result suggests the invasive snakes are still breeding in large numbers across South Florida, according to WGCU. …

Florida homeowners can tap new repair fund for leaks, faulty wiring, and accessibility upgrades

Homeowners facing hazards such as leaks, electrical problems, or mobility barriers may be able to receive financial help from a new county program in certain areas of Florida. In Hillsborough County, the initiative is meant to help eligible residents pay …

In 1980s, sea otters gradually returned to California's coastlines after being nearly extinct. Their return restored ...

Sometimes all it takes to heal an ecosystem is not an elaborate tree-planting project or extensive ocean-cleaning initiative but giving back a predator, its habitat and ensuring its survival. The disappearance of the cute, furry otter in California’s …

Flooding swamps the Acreage as more rain threatens the area this weekend

Crews are working to pump water out of flooded streets and yards in the Acreage as the area braces for more rain this weekend, following more than 9 inches of rainfall Thursday. More heavy rain hit the area Saturday, compounding the flooding that has left …

Localized flooding threat continues Sunday with scattered afternoon storms

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — We'll continue to stay unsettled Sunday into the new workweek. A upper-level disturbance moving west across the peninsula will continue to help trigger showers and storms. These storms are expected to stay below severe limits - …

Mid-level low keeps rain chances elevated across southeastern Florida

West Palm Beach, Fla. (WPEC) — A wetter-than-normal weather pattern will continue across the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast through the weekend and into much of next week, as a cut-off low in the middle levels of the atmosphere shifts west across Florida …

More flooding possible in South Florida this weekend

More flooding possible in South Florida this weekend More rain is on the way for South Florida this weekend. Stay up to date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25 Over the past seven days, we have seen so much rainfall that flooding has been an …

Florida's soggy weekend, another 4 inches of rain possible; flash floods

An upper-level low-pressure system will continue to cross the Florida Peninsula, and most shower and thunderstorm activity will continue to affect the southern half of the state. The strongest activity and heaviest rainfall will likely remain focused …

‘Post-Disaster Gentrification’ Proliferates in Florida Towns as Costs Soar Following Hurricanes

Jaques and Paulina Sebastiao were the first residents on their street to rebuild their two-bedroom house two years after Hurricane Michael’s 155 mile-per-hour winds leveled almost every building in Mexico Beach in 2018. Few of their old neighbors in the …

Luxury real estate is breaking records in a ritzy Florida hotspot as wealthy buyers flood the Sunshine State with cash

The sunshine state is about to break a record set during the Covid-19 pandemic, and local realtors aren't surprised.  In 2026 to date, Florida's Miami-Dade county recorded 194 home sales of $10 million or more – more than 14 percent above its full- …

Impact weather through Monday as flooding concerns continue across South Florida

Vugar Azeri Announces Fire Proof Builder Receives First Certificate of Occupancy for Rebuilt Malibu Home

Company expects seven additional occupancy approvals within the next month MALIBU , CA, UNITED STATES, September 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malibu, Calif. — Sept 18, 2026 — Vugar Azeri, founder of Fire Proof Builder, today announced that …

25 Years After 9/11, Man Seeks Public’s Help to Return Lost Family Photograph

Photograph of a mother and baby found among World Trade Center debris may have come from Fuji Bank’s South Tower offices NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Twenty-five years after a photograph of a mother …

IMR Joins Reggae Icons to Bring Healthcare and Recovery Support to Hurricane-Affected Families in Jamaica

BLUEFIELDS, JAMAICA, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Medical Relief (IMR) joined reggae icon Judy Mowatt, Judy Mowatt Outreach Ministries, and the Sean Paul Foundation for the Bluefields Rising Health & Recovery Fair …

Facilities Advisors Releases Flash Flooding Guidance for Timeshare HOA Boards

Gary Porter of Facilities Advisors outlines how legacy resorts can assess drainage risk, protect critical systems, and link flood resilience to reserve planning LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Facilities …

Spring Home Maintenance Takes on New Urgency as Storm and Bushfire Risk Rises

New data from the Bureau of Meteorology and the insurance industry point to a higher-stakes spring for Australian homeowners AUSTRALIA, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gutters, roofs, air conditioning, decks, the same jobs come around …

Central Georgia Water and Mold Pricing Guide

Local professionals outline what water damage and mold removal typically cost for Central Georgia homeowners. WARNER ROBINS, GA, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeowners often face unpredictable repair costs. A new …

RedZone launches RZRisk Canada, bringing property-level wildfire intelligence to Canada's insurers

Built for Canadian landscapes, fuels, and fire behavior, RZRisk Canada delivers wildfire intelligence for more confident underwriting. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RedZone, a leading provider of wildfire …

Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Hans Frederiksen

Using geographic information systems to help support emergency response efforts across California, behind the maps, data, and technology is a person who has dedicated much of his career to helping others and strengthening the state’s ability to prepare for …

Matrix Wildfire Deploys Landscape-Scale Utility Corridor Hardening to Prevent Grid Ignitions and Catastrophic Liability

Massive Area Fire Denial platforms and long lasting non-toxic retandtants provide power utilities with proactive defense against powerline-sparked wildfires. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid escalating grid- …

Implementing Maintenance Fee Recovery Systems for Legacy Timeshare Resorts

Meridian Financial Services Announces How Consistent Resort Visibility Builds Owner Pride and Drives Long-Term Demand ASHVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maintenance fees and assessments form the financial …

CustomWeather Names Senior Operating Team to Execute Next Phase of Growth

Luana Lewis, Saurabh Dharia, and Rupa Friedhoff join the company as Moonshot Partners builds out its earth and climate intelligence platform TYSONS, VA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MILL VALLEY, CA and TYSONS, VA — …

OCTOBER'S WILDFIRE PROTECTION MONTH SERVES AS A REMINDER THAT WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS IS NOW A YEAR-ROUND RESPONSIBILITY

Experts urge homeowners and communities to prioritize ember defense, home hardening, and defensible space as wildfire risk grows beyond traditional fire seasons BEND, OR, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- October's Wildfire …

FireTech Pioneer Matrix Wildfire Unveils Strategic Rebrand Ahead of 2027 Scale-Up

Backed by Deep-Tech Leader Cottonwood Technology Fund, Matrix Wildfire Shifts Mission to Pre-Mitigation Massive Area Fire Denial for Rail and Utility Networks BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As accelerating …

Utah Restoration Firm Urges South Valley Homeowners to Winterize Outdoor Plumbing Before First Freeze

Keystone Restoration Group says the most common freeze failure happens inside the wall and often goes undetected until spring irrigation starts. BLUFFDALE, UT, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keystone Restoration Group is …

Ready is how California leads, and every Californian has a role to play

During Preparedness Month, Governor Newsom highlights California’s preparedness leadership and calls on every Californian to make a plan What you need to know: Governor Newsom announces September as Preparedness Month, highlighting statewide events, …

A' Emergency Response, Disaster Preparedness and Relief Design Awards 2026 Call for Nominations Announced

A' Emergency Response, Disaster Preparedness and Relief Design Awards 2026 celebrates design solutions for disaster preparedness, rescue and relief. COMO, CO, ITALY, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, A' Design Award & …

AAA Organized Plumbing Offers Sump Pump Installation for Flood-Prone Homes in Ukiah, CA

Licensed Mendocino County plumbers help Ukiah homeowners protect crawl spaces and basements from seasonal flooding and groundwater intrusion. UKIAH, CA, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ukiah homeowners can experience …

Regent Restoration Denton Expands Storm Damage Response as North Texas Hail Season Intensifies

Denton County saw 149 hail events in 12 months. Regent Restoration is equipping property owners with faster emergency response and full structural recovery. DENTON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Denton County has recorded …

California Approves Firefighting Resources to Seven Counties Ahead of Red Flag Warnings

As Red Flag Warnings impacts Northern California, at the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned firefighting resources to Plumas, Tehama, Sierra, Colusa, Shasta, Glenn, and …

Tampa Coin Buyers Issues Flood Insurance Reminder for Gold and Silver Owners

Tampa Coin Buyers urges Tampa Bay owners to check insurance terms and document coin collections as Florida renews hurricane-preparation advice. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tampa Bay households that keep gold or …