Death toll reaches 16 as dramatic' flooding in central Europe continues
Severe flooding in central and eastern Europe has caused at least 16 deaths, with many more missing, invoking emergency responses across affected regions. [ more ]
Iowa floodwaters breach levees as even more rain dumps onto parts of the Midwest
The Midwest is facing multiple weather challenges including tornado warnings, flash flooding, large hail, and heatwaves creating dangerous conditions for residents. [ more ]
Death toll reaches 16 as dramatic' flooding in central Europe continues
Severe flooding in central and eastern Europe has caused at least 16 deaths, with many more missing, invoking emergency responses across affected regions. [ more ]
Iowa floodwaters breach levees as even more rain dumps onto parts of the Midwest
The Midwest is facing multiple weather challenges including tornado warnings, flash flooding, large hail, and heatwaves creating dangerous conditions for residents. [ more ]
Weather shift gives firefighters an edge in battling three large Southern California wildfires
Rising humidity and cooler temperatures are aiding firefighters in battling major wildfires in Southern California, though wind poses ongoing challenges. [ more ]
Southern California wildfires worsens firefighter shortage as West explodes
Firefighters in Southern California face severe resource shortages amid numerous wildfires, indicating a nationwide crisis in firefighting efforts. [ more ]
Weather shift gives firefighters an edge in battling three large Southern California wildfires
Rising humidity and cooler temperatures are aiding firefighters in battling major wildfires in Southern California, though wind poses ongoing challenges. [ more ]
Southern California wildfires worsens firefighter shortage as West explodes
Firefighters in Southern California face severe resource shortages amid numerous wildfires, indicating a nationwide crisis in firefighting efforts. [ more ]
NYC school goes into lockdown over report of gunman, leaving shaken parents railing against phone ban
The Manhattan high school lockdown highlighted parents' frustrations over cellphone bans, as students used their phones to stay informed during an emergency. [ more ]
T-Mobile sends first ever wireless emergency alert using Starlink
T-Mobile launched a successful wireless emergency alert via Starlink, improving communications during emergencies in previously unreachable areas. [ more ]
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'Extremely dangerous' fire conditions threaten hundreds of Reno homes
The Davis Fire in Reno poses a potentially catastrophic threat due to extreme winds and dry conditions, urgent efforts are needed to protect residential areas. [ more ]
Louisiana braces for Francine, likely a Category 2 hurricane
Tropical Storm Francine is expected to become a Category 2 hurricane as it approaches Louisiana, prompting urgent evacuation and preparedness measures. [ more ]
OEM boss worries fed probes could distract city leadership, undermine public safety: report
Federal probes into the Adams administration risk distracting city leaders and jeopardizing the safety of New Yorkers, according to Commissioner Zack Iscol. [ more ]
Why federal policies are costing residents more on flood insurance
Conflicting federal policies hinder effective flood insurance risk assessment and community awareness regarding upstream dam dangers.
Federal security measures obstruct vital information sharing, risking lives and increasing insurance costs for residents in flood-prone areas. [ more ]
Contra Costa County supervisors want to fix its problem-plagued emergency warning system. But the man who runs it may not be on board.
Concerns over Contra Costa County's Community Warning System persist due to low resident enrollment and accountability issues that hinder effective emergency alerts. [ more ]
OEM boss worries fed probes could distract city leadership, undermine public safety: report
Federal probes into the Adams administration risk distracting city leaders and jeopardizing the safety of New Yorkers, according to Commissioner Zack Iscol. [ more ]
Why federal policies are costing residents more on flood insurance
Conflicting federal policies hinder effective flood insurance risk assessment and community awareness regarding upstream dam dangers.
Federal security measures obstruct vital information sharing, risking lives and increasing insurance costs for residents in flood-prone areas. [ more ]
Contra Costa County supervisors want to fix its problem-plagued emergency warning system. But the man who runs it may not be on board.
Concerns over Contra Costa County's Community Warning System persist due to low resident enrollment and accountability issues that hinder effective emergency alerts. [ more ]
Unprecedented landslides have Rancho Palos Verdes asking: How much worse can it get?
Southern California Edison shut off power indefinitely to residents due to land movement, raising urgent concerns for safety and daily living in the affected communities. [ more ]
9/11-era security measures and climate change put thousands at risk from dams
Conflicting federal policies hinder flood risk awareness, leading to potential higher costs and increased danger for residents in flood-prone areas. [ more ]
Hurricane Ernesto makes landfall on Bermuda as a category 1 storm
Hurricane Ernesto poses life-threatening risks to Bermuda, including significant flooding and wind damage, emphasizing the need for residents to take safety precautions. [ more ]
Hurricane Ernesto makes landfall on Bermuda as a category 1 storm
Hurricane Ernesto poses life-threatening risks to Bermuda, including significant flooding and wind damage, emphasizing the need for residents to take safety precautions. [ more ]
Several Tornadoes Reported As Severe Weather Batters Central and Southern U.S.
At least eight tornadoes reported in the southern and central US, with a rare severe weather threat and potential for flash flooding and hail. [ more ]