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Severe weather wreaks havoc in Barcelona: Flights canceled and trains suspended

The storm has moved to Barcelona, causing severe disruptions and urging essential travel only.

Spain floods: Valencia death toll mounts as EU offers help DW 10/30/2024

Dozens have died due to severe flash flooding in Spain, with the Valencia region being the hardest hit and EU assistance mobilizing for rescue efforts.
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from Washington Post
2 weeks ago
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Deluge in New Mexico triggers flood, killing 2 and stranding hundreds

Record rainfall in Roswell, NM, caused catastrophic flash flooding, leading to two fatalities and extensive rescue operations.

'Extremely dangerous situation' unfolds in Hollywood Hills amid heavy rain

Heavy rain in Los Angeles County has caused high risk of landslides and flash flooding.
The Hollywood Hills and Santa Monica Mountains have received particularly high amounts of rainfall.

Photos: Powerful atmospheric river storm pummels California

Strongest storm of the season hits Southern California with near-record rainfall and flash flooding expected through Tuesday.
State of emergency declared in eight Southern California counties.

Powerful winter storm moves into Southern California with heavy rain, high winds, flooding

A strong winter storm is hitting Southern California, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and the threat of flash flooding.
Los Angeles County is expected to be the most affected area, with the heaviest rain lasting the longest.

A Substantial' Atmospheric River Will Soak the West Coast This Week

Another atmospheric river is expected to bring excessive rain and mountain snow down the West Coast of the US.
Northern California and Southern California are at risk for flash flooding due to the incoming storm.

San Diego Storm Floods Roads and Closes Schools

Flash flooding hits San Diego area, with up to three inches of rain in three hours
San Diego experiences one of the top 10 wettest days in its climate records

Deluge in New Mexico triggers flood, killing 2 and stranding hundreds

Record rainfall in Roswell, NM, caused catastrophic flash flooding, leading to two fatalities and extensive rescue operations.

'Extremely dangerous situation' unfolds in Hollywood Hills amid heavy rain

Heavy rain in Los Angeles County has caused high risk of landslides and flash flooding.
The Hollywood Hills and Santa Monica Mountains have received particularly high amounts of rainfall.

Photos: Powerful atmospheric river storm pummels California

Strongest storm of the season hits Southern California with near-record rainfall and flash flooding expected through Tuesday.
State of emergency declared in eight Southern California counties.

Powerful winter storm moves into Southern California with heavy rain, high winds, flooding

A strong winter storm is hitting Southern California, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and the threat of flash flooding.
Los Angeles County is expected to be the most affected area, with the heaviest rain lasting the longest.

A Substantial' Atmospheric River Will Soak the West Coast This Week

Another atmospheric river is expected to bring excessive rain and mountain snow down the West Coast of the US.
Northern California and Southern California are at risk for flash flooding due to the incoming storm.

San Diego Storm Floods Roads and Closes Schools

Flash flooding hits San Diego area, with up to three inches of rain in three hours
San Diego experiences one of the top 10 wettest days in its climate records
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Storm 'Oscar' is now in the Atlantic that could trigger flash flooding

A new storm in the Caribbean, potentially named 'Oscar', could cause flash flooding and landslides in Central America.

Met Office issues urgent alert for thunderstorms and flash flooding - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected in southern England and Wales, prompting flood warnings and safety preparations for residents.
#climate-change

Soakings and the city: urban areas found to intensify summer storms

Larger cities intensify summer rainfall, increasing flash flooding risk, necessitating improvements in urban drainage and flood-resilient infrastructure.

That Drone in the Sky Is Here to Warn New Yorkers About Flooding

The use of drones equipped with loudspeakers to warn vulnerable neighborhoods of potential flash flooding in New York City.

London flooding: what is a 'sponge city' and is the capital going to become one?

London faces 'lethal' flash flooding risks, prompting the need for a comprehensive strategy like turning the city into a 'sponge city'.

Florida told to prepare for more flash flooding Friday following tropical storms

Florida faces flash flooding due to tropical disturbance amid the start of hurricane season and concerns on increasing storm intensity.

Soakings and the city: urban areas found to intensify summer storms

Larger cities intensify summer rainfall, increasing flash flooding risk, necessitating improvements in urban drainage and flood-resilient infrastructure.

That Drone in the Sky Is Here to Warn New Yorkers About Flooding

The use of drones equipped with loudspeakers to warn vulnerable neighborhoods of potential flash flooding in New York City.

London flooding: what is a 'sponge city' and is the capital going to become one?

London faces 'lethal' flash flooding risks, prompting the need for a comprehensive strategy like turning the city into a 'sponge city'.

Florida told to prepare for more flash flooding Friday following tropical storms

Florida faces flash flooding due to tropical disturbance amid the start of hurricane season and concerns on increasing storm intensity.
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#hurricane-helene

Strengthening Hurricane Helene menaces Florida with 'unsurvivable' storm surge

Hurricane Helene poses serious flooding and storm surge threats to Florida's Panhandle due to its intensifying winds and heavy rainfall.

Parts of Appalachia are under landslide warnings in Hurricane Helene's wake.

Hurricane Helene poses a major risk of landslides and extreme rainfall across southern Appalachia, especially in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Strengthening Hurricane Helene menaces Florida with 'unsurvivable' storm surge

Hurricane Helene poses serious flooding and storm surge threats to Florida's Panhandle due to its intensifying winds and heavy rainfall.

Parts of Appalachia are under landslide warnings in Hurricane Helene's wake.

Hurricane Helene poses a major risk of landslides and extreme rainfall across southern Appalachia, especially in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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#travel-disruption
from www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Day of London travel chaos as heavy rain submerges parts of capital in floods

Flash flooding in London caused major travel disruption and damage, with many areas experiencing a month's worth of rain in just one day.
from www.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Weather tracker: Hundreds evacuated during flash flooding in Balearic Islands

Flash flooding caused widespread evacuations and significant damage in the Balearic Islands, while Hurricane Ernesto impacted Bermuda and the eastern US coast.

Day of London travel chaos as heavy rain submerges parts of capital in floods

Flash flooding in London caused major travel disruption and damage, with many areas experiencing a month's worth of rain in just one day.

Weather tracker: Hundreds evacuated during flash flooding in Balearic Islands

Flash flooding caused widespread evacuations and significant damage in the Balearic Islands, while Hurricane Ernesto impacted Bermuda and the eastern US coast.
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#search-and-rescue
from www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
New York City

Body of missing Grand Canyon hiker found after flash flooding prompted rescues of more than 100 people

Flash flooding in the Grand Canyon led to the death of a hiker and the rescue of over 100 people due to hazardous conditions.

Grand Canyon Hiker Missing After Flash Floods and Evacuations

Flash flooding at Havasupai Reservation led to evacuations and one hiker missing, prompting extensive search efforts by local authorities.

Body of missing Grand Canyon hiker found after flash flooding prompted rescues of more than 100 people

Flash flooding in the Grand Canyon led to the death of a hiker and the rescue of over 100 people due to hazardous conditions.

Grand Canyon Hiker Missing After Flash Floods and Evacuations

Flash flooding at Havasupai Reservation led to evacuations and one hiker missing, prompting extensive search efforts by local authorities.
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#emergency-response

Intense storms batter Northeast and cause severe flash flooding, submerging cars and prompting water rescues

Severe thunderstorms caused historic flash flooding in the tri-state area, submerging cars and prompting rescues in New York and Connecticut.
from www.nytimes.com
2 months ago

New York City Region Battered by Powerful Storm

The severe storm in New York City region caused significant damage, including split trees, flooded buildings, and stranded cars.
from New York Post
2 months ago

Flash flooding traps drivers on NYC roads after storms dump 4 inches of rain on Big Apple

Violent storms caused flash flooding in NYC, trapping drivers. Emergency responders rescued people from flooded roadways. Heavy rainfall due to Tropical Storm Debby.

Intense storms batter Northeast and cause severe flash flooding, submerging cars and prompting water rescues

Severe thunderstorms caused historic flash flooding in the tri-state area, submerging cars and prompting rescues in New York and Connecticut.

New York City Region Battered by Powerful Storm

The severe storm in New York City region caused significant damage, including split trees, flooded buildings, and stranded cars.

Flash flooding traps drivers on NYC roads after storms dump 4 inches of rain on Big Apple

Violent storms caused flash flooding in NYC, trapping drivers. Emergency responders rescued people from flooded roadways. Heavy rainfall due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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#weather-forecast

Humid weather Saturday in NYC as Hurricane Ernesto churns offshore. Here's the First Alert Forecast.

Unsettled weather with high humidity and potential flash floods from tropical influences this weekend.
Hurricane Ernesto's indirect impacts prompt beach closures and highlight coastal flooding risks.

100 homes impacted by flooding after thunderstorm hits outside Tahoe area

Flash flooding impacted the Hidden Valley neighborhood in Reno, Nevada due to an isolated thunderstorm, with continued thunderstorm forecast.

Humid weather Saturday in NYC as Hurricane Ernesto churns offshore. Here's the First Alert Forecast.

Unsettled weather with high humidity and potential flash floods from tropical influences this weekend.
Hurricane Ernesto's indirect impacts prompt beach closures and highlight coastal flooding risks.

100 homes impacted by flooding after thunderstorm hits outside Tahoe area

Flash flooding impacted the Hidden Valley neighborhood in Reno, Nevada due to an isolated thunderstorm, with continued thunderstorm forecast.
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#california-weather

Fast, wet and furious: How the North American monsoon floods the California desert

The North American monsoon significantly impacts summer rainfall patterns in the Mojave Desert, causing intense rain while nearby areas remain dry.

Tropical moisture mixes with California's heat, driving storms, flood potential, fire risks

California is experiencing severe thunderstorms and flash flooding due to a heat wave drawing in tropical moisture.

Fast, wet and furious: How the North American monsoon floods the California desert

The North American monsoon significantly impacts summer rainfall patterns in the Mojave Desert, causing intense rain while nearby areas remain dry.

Tropical moisture mixes with California's heat, driving storms, flood potential, fire risks

California is experiencing severe thunderstorms and flash flooding due to a heat wave drawing in tropical moisture.
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Toronto under rainfall warning with heavy downpours in store Monday evening | CBC News

Heavy rain warning issued for Toronto, potential flash flooding

They Got a Mysterious $24,000 Water Bill. Then the Shut-Off Notice Came.

Mayor's crackdown on water bill payments targeted both large landlords and vulnerable homeowners.
The city's Department of Environmental Protection is struggling to fund its portfolio, impacting services and flood control measures.
#california

Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Potential Flooding to California

Unseasonably cold storm brings rain, flash flooding, and snow to California and other states.
Flash flood warnings issued in California; potential for flooding, mudslides, and debris.
Heavy snowfall above 6,000 feet expected, with significant accumulation and blizzard conditions in mountain areas.

High risk of devastating flooding as atmospheric river hits California

A major atmospheric river is bringing heavy rain, flash flooding, and damaging winds to California.
Evacuation orders have been issued in Ventura County due to the potential for life-threatening flash flooding.

Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Potential Flooding to California

Unseasonably cold storm brings rain, flash flooding, and snow to California and other states.
Flash flood warnings issued in California; potential for flooding, mudslides, and debris.
Heavy snowfall above 6,000 feet expected, with significant accumulation and blizzard conditions in mountain areas.

High risk of devastating flooding as atmospheric river hits California

A major atmospheric river is bringing heavy rain, flash flooding, and damaging winds to California.
Evacuation orders have been issued in Ventura County due to the potential for life-threatening flash flooding.
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#southern-california

Flood watches, winter storm warnings: Easter weekend storm proving strong, wet, windy

Southern California expecting Easter weekend storm with multiple hazards including flash flooding and heavy snow.
Rainfall forecasted to range from 1-6 inches across the region, leading to potential mudslides and landslides.

Storm Continues To Hammer Parts Of California | KQED

Many California universities are not informing students about the availability of abortion medication.
Heavy rain and flash flooding continue to impact Southern California.

Flood watches, winter storm warnings: Easter weekend storm proving strong, wet, windy

Southern California expecting Easter weekend storm with multiple hazards including flash flooding and heavy snow.
Rainfall forecasted to range from 1-6 inches across the region, leading to potential mudslides and landslides.

Storm Continues To Hammer Parts Of California | KQED

Many California universities are not informing students about the availability of abortion medication.
Heavy rain and flash flooding continue to impact Southern California.
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#mudslides

Saturated California gets more rain and snow, but so far escapes severe damage it saw only weeks ago

California faces flooding threat from winter storms causing rainfall and strong winds, with potential for mudslides and flash flooding.
The region is saturated with rain, causing evacuations, road closures, and flight disruptions due to flooding and mudslide risks.

Historic storm sends debris through LA's Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

Dangerous storm hits Los Angeles, causing flash flooding and mudslides.
Record-breaking rainfall leads to power outages for over a million people in California.

Saturated California gets more rain and snow, but so far escapes severe damage it saw only weeks ago

California faces flooding threat from winter storms causing rainfall and strong winds, with potential for mudslides and flash flooding.
The region is saturated with rain, causing evacuations, road closures, and flight disruptions due to flooding and mudslide risks.

Historic storm sends debris through LA's Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

Dangerous storm hits Los Angeles, causing flash flooding and mudslides.
Record-breaking rainfall leads to power outages for over a million people in California.
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In photos: Atmospheric river slams California with heavy rain and wind

California is experiencing a historic and potentially deadly storm
The storm is causing evacuation orders, flash flooding, and damaging winds

Los Angeles, San Diego under State of Emergency as atmospheric river lashes Southern California

Southern California is at a rare "high risk" of flash flooding due to an atmospheric river that will bring heavy rain.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for several counties in Southern California to support storm response and recovery efforts.

Pineapple Express slams California with firehose of flooding rain, heavy snow, fierce winds

A powerful Pineapple Express storm system is hitting the Pacific Coast, bringing flash flooding, damaging winds, power outages, and possible landslides.
The Pineapple Express weather pattern carries up to 27 times more water than the Mississippi River and brings several inches of rain.

Flash Flooding Leads to Evacuations and Rescues in Central Vermont

Flash flooding in central Vermont caused by heavy rain from Tropical Storm Beryl, leading to evacuations and rescues, with ongoing rainfall posing risks

All the rain in Miami and Fort Lauderdale did that? Take a look at what people posted

Heavy rainfall in Miami Beach caused flash flooding, stranding cars and prompting warnings to avoid flooded areas.
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