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Their Florida Paradise' Keeps Flooding, but Some Can't Afford a Solution

Climate change intensifies flood risks, as seen in Florida with increasing storm surges and flood-prone neighborhoods like Shore Acres.

Their Florida Paradise' Keeps Flooding, but Some Can't Afford a Solution

Hurricane Idalia's impact in Shore Acres highlights the increasing flood risks due to climate change and intensifying storms in Florida.

America's Most Expensive Property Is Sitting in a Flood Zone-Will Anyone Buy the $295 Million Estate?

The market for luxury real estate in flood-prone areas is increasingly complicated by climate risk assessments.

See Which Bay Area Schools Are at Risk From Rising Seas | KQED

Many Bay Area schools are at risk of flooding due to rising sea levels and groundwater issues, necessitating urgent attention.

Hurricane Helene's $6B disaster: Flood risk map leaves homeowners drowning in debt

Significant flood risks exist in North Carolina, exceeding FEMA's designations, leading to heightened awareness for homebuyers.

More than 540,000 London properties at high or medium risk of flash floods, warn environment chiefs

Over half a million properties in London are at risk of flooding due to inadequate drainage and climate change effects.

Their Florida Paradise' Keeps Flooding, but Some Can't Afford a Solution

Climate change intensifies flood risks, as seen in Florida with increasing storm surges and flood-prone neighborhoods like Shore Acres.

Their Florida Paradise' Keeps Flooding, but Some Can't Afford a Solution

Hurricane Idalia's impact in Shore Acres highlights the increasing flood risks due to climate change and intensifying storms in Florida.

America's Most Expensive Property Is Sitting in a Flood Zone-Will Anyone Buy the $295 Million Estate?

The market for luxury real estate in flood-prone areas is increasingly complicated by climate risk assessments.

See Which Bay Area Schools Are at Risk From Rising Seas | KQED

Many Bay Area schools are at risk of flooding due to rising sea levels and groundwater issues, necessitating urgent attention.

Hurricane Helene's $6B disaster: Flood risk map leaves homeowners drowning in debt

Significant flood risks exist in North Carolina, exceeding FEMA's designations, leading to heightened awareness for homebuyers.

More than 540,000 London properties at high or medium risk of flash floods, warn environment chiefs

Over half a million properties in London are at risk of flooding due to inadequate drainage and climate change effects.
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#storm-bert

Storm Bert: Status Orange storm to barrel in from the Atlantic with winds of up to 110kmh

Storm Bert will bring severe weather, causing power cuts and travel disruptions in Ireland.

Arctic conditions cause chaos as Ireland braces for Storm Bert with Status Orange rain warning added for some counties

Storm Bert is forecasted to bring heavy rain and strong winds, leading to serious flooding risks in some counties.

Storm Bert: Status Orange storm to barrel in from the Atlantic with winds of up to 110kmh

Storm Bert will bring severe weather, causing power cuts and travel disruptions in Ireland.

Arctic conditions cause chaos as Ireland braces for Storm Bert with Status Orange rain warning added for some counties

Storm Bert is forecasted to bring heavy rain and strong winds, leading to serious flooding risks in some counties.
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Bomb Cyclone Could Bring Damaging Winds, Rain and Blizzards to the West

A powerful storm system will bring damaging winds and a major atmospheric river to Northern California, with significant rainfall expected this week.

Hurricane Rafael forms in the Caribbean Sea and expected to enter the Gulf of Mexico

Hurricane Rafael is intensifying and poses significant rainfall threats while also potentially weakening upon entering the Gulf of Mexico.

Florida's real estate boom is drowning in risk - but builders keep pushing forward

Florida is leading in risky development, constructing thousands of buildings in flood-prone areas despite increasing storm risks.
#housing-development

Over 7,000 homes set to be built in highest flood risk areas, think tank finds

Over 7,000 homes are approved for construction in England's highest flood-risk areas, highlighting a significant planning oversight despite the dangers.

Village to get dozens of new homes despite 'big flooding problem'

Brentwood Council approved housing development despite flooding concerns, asserting that expert mitigation plans will manage the increased risk.

Over 7,000 homes set to be built in highest flood risk areas, think tank finds

Over 7,000 homes are approved for construction in England's highest flood-risk areas, highlighting a significant planning oversight despite the dangers.

Village to get dozens of new homes despite 'big flooding problem'

Brentwood Council approved housing development despite flooding concerns, asserting that expert mitigation plans will manage the increased risk.
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Amber and yellow weather warnings in place as Storm Ashely batters the UK - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Severe weather warnings issued for Storm Ashley, with strong winds and heavy rain disrupting parts of the UK.

Can Your Electric Vehicle Catch Fire During a Hurricane?

Residents in flood zones should relocate electric vehicles to prevent potential fires from lithium-ion battery exposure to saltwater during hurricanes.
#weather-warning

London weather: Met Office issues weather warning with 50mm of rain possibly falling in just two hours

Severe rain is expected in southern England, which may cause chaos for commuters during the Thursday morning rush hour.

Status Orange rain warning for two counties on Sunday as Met Eireann warns of flooding risk

Central Ireland is facing significant risks due to predicted heavy rain, including flooding and unsafe road conditions, emphasizing the need for caution.

London weather: Met Office issues weather warning with 50mm of rain possibly falling in just two hours

Severe rain is expected in southern England, which may cause chaos for commuters during the Thursday morning rush hour.

Status Orange rain warning for two counties on Sunday as Met Eireann warns of flooding risk

Central Ireland is facing significant risks due to predicted heavy rain, including flooding and unsafe road conditions, emphasizing the need for caution.
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Super Typhoon Yagi Drenches Southern China Ahead of Landfall

Super typhoon Yagi is expected to make landfall in Hainan, triggering high-level emergency responses and significant travel disruptions.

New Data Maps Expose Public Space Inequities

Spatial Equity NYC tool updated with 24 data layers including flood risk and transportation inequities.
Brooklyn highlighted as having significant flood risk and inequities in public space usage.

Travis County partners with Texas Water Development Board on flood planning - Austin Monitor

Texas is working on a statewide flood plan due to increasing flood risk, with Travis County developing its Master Flood Plan for high-risk areas.

San Francisco's Aging Infrastructure Ill-Prepared for Future Flooding, Report Warns | KQED

San Francisco's bureaucracy is hindering climate resilience in the face of worsening flood risks from human-caused climate change.
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