Tag: flooding
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Birmingham Storm Claudia aftermath: Midlands hit with 10 flood warnings and River Rea alert
Overview: Storm Claudia’s Aftermath in Birmingham and the Midlands The Midlands继续 to reel from the effects of Storm Claudia, as authorities report a wave of flood warnings and road closures across Birmingham and surrounding areas. Environment Agency updates show the River Rea remaining under a flood alert, with low-lying land and some roads prone to…
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Monmouth Floods: River Monnow Bursts Banks and Swamps High Street Businesses
Overview: A Town Under Water Overnight, the tranquil town of Monmouth faced a dramatic turn as the River Monnow burst its banks, sending floodwaters coursing through the high street and surrounding areas. Local residents and business owners awoke to scenes usually reserved for a flood warning, with water levels rising quickly and street furniture, cars,…
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Monmouth Floods: River Monnow Bursts Banks Swamping High Street
Overview: River Monnow Overflows and Town Faces Flooding Emergency services declared a major incident in Monmouth after the River Monnow burst its banks, sending floodwaters through the town’s high street and surrounding areas. Overnight rainfall and rising river levels created a sudden, challenging situation for businesses and residents alike, with the floodwater reaching storefronts, homes,…
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Storm Claudia: Counties under Orange Rain Alert as Severe Weather Holds Back the Worst
Storm Claudia Intensifies: What’s Happening Across Dublin, Wicklow and Wexford Forecasts warn that Storm Claudia is far from over. Dublin, Wicklow and Wexford remain under an orange rain alert as meteorologists predict more intense rainfall and worsening conditions later in the night. Local authorities have urged residents and road users to exercise extreme caution and…
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Southern California Braces for Weekend of Severe Weather
Overview: An Atmospheric River Arrives This Weekend A major atmospheric river is poised to sweep into Southern California this weekend, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and the risk of dangerous downstream effects. The strongest wave is expected to peak in Los Angeles County, with neighboring counties bracing for heavy downpours that could overwhelm drainage systems…
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Fixing the Euston Puddle: TfL under pressure to resolve chronic flooding by Euston Station
Chronic flooding by Euston Station draws urgent calls for action Locals and commuters have grown frustrated with repeated flooding at the junction of Upper Woburn Place and Euston Road, a problem that has earned the nickname the “Euston puddle.” The large pool of water forms after rain and reappears quickly, disrupting pedestrian routes, bus services,…
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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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Earth’s Reality Check: COP30 in Brazil Hit by Flooding as Climate Urgency Takes the Stage
Introduction: A Start Marked by Rain, Risks, and Reflection The COP30 climate conference in Brazil began under heavy rainfall and widespread flooding that disrupted venues, press conferences, and daily schedules. What was billed as a pivotal moment for global climate action quickly unfolded as organizers scrambled to relocate sessions, reroute media coverage, and reassure attendees…
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Earth’s Reality Check: COP30 in Brazil Opens Amid Flooding and Controversy
Introduction: COP30 Opens Under Water and Scrutiny Brazil hosts COP30 amid an unusually wet start, as heavy rains and widespread flooding disrupt venues, press conferences, and preparatory events. The scene is bitterly ironic: a global gathering meant to confront the climate crisis is beginning with literal water intruding on policy discussions. The opening day set…
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Typhoon Kalmaegi Ravages Philippines as Emergency Declared Ahead of Vietnam Approach
Overview: Kalmaegi’s Path and Immediate Aftermath Typhoon Kalmaegi, one of the strongest storms to strike the Philippines this year, has caused extensive casualties and damage as it moved through central provinces. Philippine authorities reported a rising death toll and dozens still missing as rescuers race to reach affected communities. In response, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.…