Tag: drainage
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Israel Braces for Returning Rain and Flood Risks Through Week’s End
Overview: A Wet Week Ahead for Israel After a stretch of sunny, dry days, Israel is forecast to see a renewed wave of wet winter weather. Meteorologists expect rain to begin in the north and gradually move toward the center of the country, with the heaviest downpours likely in the early part of the week…
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Windsor Homeowner Faces Financial Strain as City Demands Reversal of Backyard Changes
Rising Tension in a Windsor Backyard A Windsor man says he is facing a looming deadline and potentially devastating financial consequences after the city asked him to undo changes he made to his backyard. The situation grew out of a permit issue and escalating enforcement, leaving the homeowner, his family, and his neighbors watching as…
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Windsor Man Faces Financial Strain as City Orders Backyard Reversal After Dumping Dirt
Windsor Backyard Dilemma: From Dirt Removal to Reversal Orders A Windsor resident, facing a costly and time-sensitive reversal of his own improvements, says the city has ordered him to undo the changes he made to his backyard. The situation has become a source of mounting stress and financial worry as the deadline approaches. The trouble…
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Rundu Floods Highlight Years of Planning Failures and Urgent Upgrades
Rundu Floods Put Planning Under the Microscope Rundu, a town along Namibia’s Kavango East region, has faced renewed flooding that residents say exposes long-standing problems in urban planning and infrastructure. As homes were damaged and families displaced, the community, local leaders, and civil society are calling for a sweeping rethink of how the town is…
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Euston puddle woes spark calls for fix as Londoners wade to trains
Londoners frustrated as Euston puddle returns after rain Residents and commuters in central London are once again facing a soggy commute after heavy rainfall swells a large, long-standing puddle outside Euston Station. Locally dubbed the “Euston puddle,” the water collects at the junction of Upper Woburn Place and Euston Road, creating a frequent obstacle for…
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In the garden: What to bear in mind when planting trees
Introduction: planting trees in a soggy garden Autumn gardening often brings cooler skies and regular rain, which can be great for tree growth but challenging for planting. When the ground turns sodden, it’s essential to adapt your approach to protect young trees and ensure they establish strong roots. This guide covers practical steps for planting…
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Jelgava Gets Over €800k to Repair Storm Damage Infrastructure
Jelgava secures significant funding to repair July 2024 storm damage The Latvian city of Jelgava has secured more than €800,000 in state support to repair the damage caused by the storms and heavy rains of 28 and 29 July 2024. The backing comes from the Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development (MoSARD) and is…