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Published on Jul 9, 2025

A time for empathy as Texas, North Carolina suffer historic floods

As the horrible toll from extreme flash flooding mounted in Texas, another historic flooding episode snuck toward us from the south. Tropical Storm Chantal formed quickly off the coast of the Carolinas over the Fourth of July weekend and, by Sunday, its …

Source: Cardinal News - Virginia - Pending
Published on Jul 8, 2025

North Carolina’s Forests Face a Long Road to Recovery

Prior to Hurricane Helene, April Wilson had removed a large tree from someone’s house about four times in one decade. After the Category 4 storm hit Western North Carolina in September, Wilson, who is a certified master arborist, was lifting large trees …

Source: Sierra - California - Pending
Published on 04:55 GMT

50 kids evacuated from Oklahoma Boys & Girls Club after torrential downpour sparks flash floods through town center

About 50 kids at a Boys & Girls Club in Oklahoma were evacuated early Tuesday morning after a sudden storm blew flash floods straight into the town’s main street — less than a week after powerful Texas floods killed 120 people, including 27 young …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Jul 8, 2025

Taking stock six months after devastating Southern California wildfires

An EPA worker removes batteries from a wildfire-destroyed Tesla in January after the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. Bloomberg News Six months after wildfires devastated two heavily populated regions of Los Angeles County, federal and state lawmakers from …

Source: The Bond Buyer - New York - Neutral
Published on 10:26 GMT

Climate Disasters Are Catnip for Cynical Republicans

Days after flooding in the Texas Hill Country killed 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic—just a portion of the more than 100 already confirmed dead in Central Texas—Immigration and Customs Enforcement shut down a children’s summer camp in Los Angeles’ …

Source: The New Republic - Left-wing
Published on 06:20 GMT

US Flash Flood Warning: Is New Jersey Next – and Which States Are at Risk of Disaster?

Catastrophic flash floods have killed dozens and displaced thousands across parts of the southern and central United States this week. Forecasters now warn New Jersey could be next. As flash flood watches expand across the Mid-Atlantic, emergency services …

Source: International Business Times - United Kingdom - Neutral
Published on 07:24 GMT

Attitudes, actions don’t keep up with climate change

WASHINGTON — After deadly flooding in central Texas in 1987, some thought they’d proven they could handle Mother Nature’s best punch. Then came this month’s horrific flash floods, when unfathomable amounts of rain fell in only hours and more than 100 …

Source: The Mining Journal - Michigan - Pending
Published on 06:58 GMT

Oregon congresswoman Val Hoyle criticizes Trump's budget bill, calls it a loyalty test

EUGENE, Ore. — The U.S. House of Representatives is on break and many are back in their home districts either arguing for their vote on the "One big Beautiful Bill.," or defending their opposition to the legislation. In the case of Oregon …

Source: KCBY - Oregon - Indeterminate
Published on 06:58 GMT

Look before you leap: Social media’s rumor mill can have real consequences

In an age when information moves faster than ever, a single misleading post can ignite a digital wildfire — damaging reputations, misinforming the public, and shifting focus away from facts. The last week has offered a textbook case of why it’s crucial to …

Source: Carolina Journal - Pending
Published on 01:12 GMT

“What Can A.I. Not Take from Us?”: An Interview With the Curators of Local Exhibition ‘Against the Machine’

In a minimal white space at 1809 Chapel Hill Road, works by ten multi-disciplinary local artists line the perimeter of a room. A large branch sculpture makes its way across one end of the room; on the other, a stack of zines titled iQuit sit on a shelf, …

Source: INDY Week - North Carolina - Left-wing
Published on 00:58 GMT

What’s behind all the recent extreme flooding?

More than 161 people still missing in Texas Hill Country nearly one week after historic flooding. FOX Weather Meteorologist Haley Meier has the latest from Kerrville. Recent flash floods in Kerrville, Texas; Ruidoso, New Mexico; Chapel Hill, North Carolina …

Source: FOX Weather - Pending
Published on Jul 8, 2025

Gov. Newsom says California wildfires have fastest disaster recovery in modern history

PASADENA, Calif. (KABC) -- On this day six months ago, two wildfires broke out in Southern California, turning several communities into disaster zones and turning the lives of thousands of people completely upside down. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people. …

Source: ABC7 - California - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

In Texas flood response, a scaled-back FEMA gets an early test

As the response on the ground in Texas shifts from rescue to recovery efforts, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s ability to provide timely aid to states is once again front and center. The Texas tragedy – in which flash flooding over the Fourth of …

Source: Christian Science Monitor - Neutral
Published on Jul 7, 2025

70% of LA wildfire survivors claim insurance delays, denials

ALTADENA, Calif. — Six months after thousands of Los Angeles residents lost their homes in a pair of devastating wildfires, 70% of survivors now say their insurance companies delayed, denied or underpaid their claims. Three quarters of those who lost their …

Source: Spectrum News 13 - Florida - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Flash floods in Ruidoso, New Mexico, kill man and two children

The rain brought “truly unprecedented flooding” to the community, Crawford told reporters. The Ruidoso River crested at a historic high of 20 feet, which was five feet higher than last year’s record flood level, according to gauge data. Video of the raging …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

The Texas floods were made worse by climate denialism

Michael R. Bloomberg, Tribune News Service The tragic news out of central Texas has been heartbreaking, but it’s also been maddening — because so many lives could have been saved if elected officials had done their jobs. They owe the families who lost …

Source: Gulf Today - Pro-Government
Published on Jul 9, 2025

New Mexico Flash Flooding: Deaths, Causes, And Closures Confirmed

The effects of climate change are already impacting an increasing number of areas around the world, including the United States. As a result, disastrous weather events like flooding, droughts, tornadoes, storms, and hurricanes are becoming almost …

Source: The Travel - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Crop loss program offers $16B in aid from Helene, other natural disasters

(The Center Square) – Applications for $16 billion in federal assistance for North Carolina agricultural producers who suffered crop losses from Hurricane Helene and other natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 are opening this week. Secretary Brooke Rollins …

Source: The Center Square - Right-wing
Published on Jul 9, 2025

What the Texas Floods Can Teach Us About Disaster Readiness in a Changing Climate

Earlier this year, the federal government dismantled what had quietly become one of its most significant tools for climate resilience. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program, better known as BRIC …

Source: Common Dreams - Left-wing

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

Ember Flash Aerospace and Firewave Join Forces to Accelerate Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection and Autonomous Suppression

Firewave’s real-time acoustic sensors pair with Ember Flash’s Vigilant Detect AI and Raptor suppression drone, slashing fire verification to seconds. BOULDER CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ember Flash Aerospace …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 21:47 GMT

Water Quality Impacts from the Largest Wildfire in New Mexico’s History

The Science Water quality changes in the immediate area of wildfires are commonly measured in streams and rivers. The spatial extent of these impacts downstream of burn areas, however, are more difficult to measure. This study used historical data, remote …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 15:22 GMT

Aviation Rescue Networks Reimagined for Faster, Smarter and Sustainable Forest Fire Response

GA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forest fires cause irreversible ecological and economic losses worldwide, often exacerbated by delayed or inefficient rescue efforts. A new study presents a groundbreaking data-driven framework to …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 10:05 GMT

Europe’s Intense Heatwave Ignites Widespread Wildfires

(MENAFN) A relentless heatwave engulfing Europe has ignited widespread wildfires and triggered urgent emergency responses across multiple nations, displacing thousands and forcing widespread evacuations and shutdowns. In Catalonia, northeastern Spain, …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 10:04 GMT

France Still Battles Active Flames After Wildfires

(MENAFN) Wildfires that ignited Tuesday in southern France have begun to ease, yet multiple regions continue to battle active flames, local sources report. In Marseille, within the Mediterranean Bouches-du-Rhone department, the blaze is showing signs of …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 05:13 GMT

Office of the Governor – News Release – Gov. Green Signs Landmark Legislation Pertaining to Maui Wildfires Settlement ...

HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today enacted legislation to solidify the global settlement for claims relating to the August 2023 Maui wildfires and to further codify the role of Hawai‘i’s first State Fire Marshal in nearly 46 years.“Today we are re …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on July 9, 2025 - 03:18 GMT

Saskatchewan Wildfire Update - July 8

CANADA, July 9 - Released on July 8, 2025 As of 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, there are 68 active wildfires in Saskatchewan. Of those active fires, seven are categorized as contained, 15 are not contained, 30 are ongoing assessment and 16 are listed as …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 01:36 GMT

Office of the Governor – News Release – Gov. Green Signs Landmark Legislation Pertaining to Maui Wildfires Settlement ...

“Today we are re-envisioning the path forward in the roadmap of wildfire prevention and recovery,” said Governor Green. “We are taking action from both ends of the wildfire spectrum — building a more robust fire prevention framework within the state and …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Partners advance forest health on fire-impacted landscape, protecting communities and State Water Project headwaters

New FRB accelerates forest restoration on Plumas National Forest, protecting the Upper Feather River Watershed, which supplies water to 27 million Californians. TAYLORSVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blue Forest …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 02:52 GMT

FEMA Assistance May Be Available to Help with Rent

ST. LOUIS – If you don’t have a safe place to live because of recent disasters in Missouri, you can apply for FEMA Assistance to help you pay for alternate temporary housing. To request assistance to help with rent, homeowners and renters need to contact …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on July 9, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

Ember Flash Aerospace and Firewave Join Forces to Accelerate Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection and Autonomous Suppression

Firewave’s real-time acoustic sensors pair with Ember Flash’s Vigilant Detect AI and Raptor suppression drone, slashing fire verification to seconds. BOULDER CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ember Flash Aerospace …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 13:19 GMT

THE ADAM R. SCRIPPS FOUNDATION RESPONDS ($1M+) TO KERRVILLE, HILL COUNTRY FLOODS

Adam R. Scripps Foundation commits $1M+ to Texas flood relief and will match gifts up to $150K; Assistance Provided to Local Organizations and Search & Rescue KERRVILLE, TX, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Adam R. Scripps …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Disaster Assistance Available for July Flood Survivors in Texas

AUSTIN, Texas – Disaster assistance is now available to eligible survivors in Kerr County affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding that began July 2, 2025. Under Individual Assistance, FEMA and the State may be able to provide …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Choctaw County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 9, 2026, for Choctaw County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Love County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 9, 2026, for Love County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

FEMA, SBA and the State of Texas to Open Disaster Recovery Center in Kerrville

AUSTIN, Texas – In coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff will open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) tomorrow, July 10 to offer face-to-face help to survivors affected by …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

Florida's 2025 Hurricane Season Means Planning for Senior Safety

After Texas Floods, What Steps Should Seniors Take To Be Hurricane Safe? PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The devastating flooding in Texas has caused recent concerns about hurricane preparedness. At …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 21:47 GMT

Proactive IT Planning Is Now Essential for Business Continuity in High-Risk Regions, Experts Say

New insights from Los Angeles-based cybersecurity professionals underscore the rising need for integrated disaster readiness and IT resilience. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As climate-driven emergencies and …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 21:33 GMT

Napa Firewise Helps Secure Firewise USA® Status for 18 Communities

Eighteen Communities Across Napa County Achieve Firewise USA® Designation as Wildfire Preparedness Efforts Expand Amid Growing Fire Risk NAPA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California braces for a wildfire season …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 00:19 GMT

Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Cheatham and Dickson Counties

Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers are now open in Cheatham and Dickson counties to assist Tennesseans who experienced damage or loss from the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding. Cheatham County: Kingston Springs City Hall …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 00:19 GMT

Two Weeks Left to Apply for Disaster Assistance for South Texas Severe Storms and Flooding

AUSTIN, Texas – South Texas residents who have been affected by the March severe storms and flooding have two weeks left to apply for disaster assistance. Homeowners and renters in Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr and Willacy counties who were displaced or have …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 00:19 GMT

Two Weeks Left to Apply for Federal Assistance for April Storms

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Time is running out. Only two weeks are left for homeowners, renters and businesses to apply for federal disaster assistance if you had damage or losses in the April 2-22 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Arkansas. You may …

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Published on July 7, 2025 - 22:20 GMT

Global Empowerment Mission Expands LA Long-Term Wildfire Recovery Efforts To Mark Six Month Remembrance of Devastation

GEM To Implement Housing Recovery ADU Pilot Program, Small Business Grant Program, And Expanded Five Year Commitment With Over $9 Million Distributed To Date LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global nonprofit …

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Published on July 7, 2025 - 20:01 GMT

Subtle Signs of Hail Damage Often Overlooked by Property Owners in Wisconsin Rapids

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following recent hailstorms across Central Wisconsin, roofing experts are warning that many signs of hail damage go undetected during initial inspections. While obvious …

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Published on July 7, 2025 - 19:47 GMT

Roofing Materials Designed to Withstand Hurricanes and Severe Storms

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As regions across the United States face an increase in extreme weather events, the demand for storm-resistant roofing systems continues to rise. Property owners seeking …

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Published on July 7, 2025 - 19:38 GMT

Immediate Steps to Take Following Storm Damage in Wisconsin Rapids

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of strong summer storms that swept through Central Wisconsin, homeowners and property managers are being advised on how to safely and efficiently handle storm- …

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Published on July 7, 2025 - 15:36 GMT

Flood Debris Removal Services in Kerrville encounter setback as Ingram Dam Breaks

Kerrville Texas Flood Debris Removal Contractors Go to Work on Junk Removal, Clear Up, and Restoration. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Guadalupe River flood tragedy in Central Texas has escalated to a …

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Published on July 7, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

W.A. Rasic Construction to Lead Major Upgrades of LA Water Systems in $100M+ Modernization Effort

WA Rasic Construction secured over $100 million in contracts from LADWP to modernize LA’s aging water infrastructure LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- W.A. Rasic Construction Company, a leading utility contractor …

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