#flood-risk
#flood-risk

Powerful earthquake could raise Pacific north-west sea levels dramatically' study

A massive earthquake could rapidly sink coastal land, increasing flood risks and altering population dynamics.

The Cascadia fault poses a 15% chance of a major earthquake within the next 50 years.

London

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.

fromState of the Planet

Miscellaneous

Improving U.S. Coastal Protection and Resilience

Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of hurricanes, demanding effective protective strategies for vulnerable coastal communities.

fromMail Online

OMG science

One in FOUR properties in England will be at risk of flooding by 2050

One in four properties in England will be at risk of flooding by 2050 due to climate change.

fromSFGATE

NYC real estate

Florida's Most Expensive Home Sells for $225 Million-Despite Sitting in an 'Extreme' Flood Zone

A waterfront property in Naples, FL, sold for $225 million, becoming Florida's priciest home despite extreme flooding risk.

California

fromSFGATE

2 months ago

California Flood Risk Exceeds Fire Concerns, According to Study

Flood risk in California cities will surpass wildfire risk in the next 25 years, drastically impacting homes and property values.

Portland food

fromwww.theguardian.com

Powerful earthquake could raise Pacific north-west sea levels dramatically' study

A massive earthquake could rapidly sink coastal land, increasing flood risks and altering population dynamics.

The Cascadia fault poses a 15% chance of a major earthquake within the next 50 years.

London

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.

fromState of the Planet

Miscellaneous

Improving U.S. Coastal Protection and Resilience

Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of hurricanes, demanding effective protective strategies for vulnerable coastal communities.

fromMail Online

OMG science

One in FOUR properties in England will be at risk of flooding by 2050

One in four properties in England will be at risk of flooding by 2050 due to climate change.

fromSFGATE

fromwww.independent.co.uk

NYC real estate

Florida's Most Expensive Home Sells for $225 Million-Despite Sitting in an 'Extreme' Flood Zone

A waterfront property in Naples, FL, sold for $225 million, becoming Florida's priciest home despite extreme flooding risk.

California Storm Will Bring Flooding to Areas Burned by Wildfires

California is facing a strong storm with heavy rain and snow, raising risks of flooding, mudslides and airport delays from Wednesday to Friday.

#ellen-degeneres

UK news

Ellen DeGeneres clashes with Cotswolds council over extension at 15million new home

Concerns have been raised regarding Ellen DeGeneres' home renovation potentially disturbing Roman remains.

fromNew York Post

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Ellen DeGeneres clashes with Cotswolds neighbors over extension 'breach' at $18M home: report

Ellen DeGeneres has faced objections from local residents in England over an extension to her multimillion-dollar farmhouse due to flood risks and historical preservation concerns.

UK news

Ellen DeGeneres clashes with Cotswolds council over extension at 15million new home

Concerns have been raised regarding Ellen DeGeneres' home renovation potentially disturbing Roman remains.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Ellen DeGeneres clashes with Cotswolds neighbors over extension 'breach' at $18M home: report

Ellen DeGeneres has faced objections from local residents in England over an extension to her multimillion-dollar farmhouse due to flood risks and historical preservation concerns.

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#weather-warning

8 months ago

London

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.

fromIrish Independent

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

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.

8 months ago

London

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.

fromIrish Independent

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

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.

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.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

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.

fromNew York Post

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

NYC real estate

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.

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk

Miscellaneous

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.

Miscellaneous

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.

Digital life

fromwww.nytimes.com