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3M India suspends Ahmedabad plant operations due to heavy rainfall and flooding

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3M India suspends Ahmedabad plant operations due to heavy rainfall and flooding

3M India has temporarily suspended manufacturing operations at its Ahmedabad plant due to severe rainfall and flooding. The company informed stock exchanges, stating that restoration will take days, but assets are insured, and no material business impact is anticipated. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited affected areas to review relief efforts.

Economic Times

3 min de lectura

England Launches National Drowning Prevention Strategy Amid Surge in Water Deaths

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England Launches National Drowning Prevention Strategy Amid Surge in Water Deaths

England has launched a national strategy to combat drowning, a "public health disaster," following a surge in water-related deaths, including two recent fatalities in Essex. Measures include water safety education for children and assessing climate change risks.

Guardian UK

3 min de lectura

China Prepares for New Typhoon Amidst Widespread Flood Risk

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China Prepares for New Typhoon Amidst Widespread Flood Risk

China's top flood control body held an emergency inter-agency meeting to coordinate disaster prevention for an expected 12th named storm, as widespread intense rainfall and saturated soil increase the risk of flash floods and landslides nationwide.

SCMP News

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Row of Shops Swept Away by Flash Flooding in India

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Environment·hace 3 díasResumen IA

Row of Shops Swept Away by Flash Flooding in India

A row of shops in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district, India, was swept away by heavy flash flooding on Tuesday. The structure collapsed after being evacuated, with no injuries reported, amidst extreme weather that has claimed at least 25 lives in the region.

The Independent World

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Heavy Rains and Flash Floods Kill 82 Across India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan

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Mundo·hace 3 díasResumen IA

Heavy Rains and Flash Floods Kill 82 Across India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan

Heavy rainfall and flash flooding have killed at least 82 people across India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, affecting over 650,000 in India's Assam state. Infrastructure damage and high river flows have been reported, with military and UN aid efforts underway.

ABC Top Stories

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Flash Floods Inundate West Virginia, Governor Declares Emergency

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Environment·hace 3 díasResumen IA

Flash Floods Inundate West Virginia, Governor Declares Emergency

Torrential rains caused flash floods across West Virginia, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges, and prompting numerous water rescues. Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deployed National Guard members, expressing concern about potential fatalities as search operations continue.

ABC News

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Flash Floods Inundate West Virginia, Prompting State of Emergency

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Environment·hace 3 díasResumen IA

Flash Floods Inundate West Virginia, Prompting State of Emergency

Torrential rains caused widespread flash floods across West Virginia, leading Governor Patrick Morrisey to declare a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deploy National Guard members for rescues and relief efforts. Homes and businesses were inundated, and bridges washed out, with no immediate deaths reported.

ABC News

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Gas Explosion Causes Tunnel Collapse at Sikkim Hydroelectric Project, Killing at Least 20

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Energy·hace 3 díasResumen IA

Gas Explosion Causes Tunnel Collapse at Sikkim Hydroelectric Project, Killing at Least 20

A gas explosion caused a tunnel collapse at a hydroelectric project in Sikkim, India, killing at least 20 people. Rescue efforts by the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority and NHPC are hampered by waterlogging and methane leaks, with no survivors expected.

Al Jazeera

1 min de lectura

Texas Town Sues Trump Administration Over Border Wall Flood Risk

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Texas Town Sues Trump Administration Over Border Wall Flood Risk

A small Texas town, Presidio, is suing the Trump administration over its plan to build a border wall through a levee system, arguing it could cause flooding and that the government is not following legal requirements. A federal court hearing addressed the dispute, with a ruling expected soon.

ABC News

5 min de lectura

Human-Driven Sea-Level Rise Quadruples Coastal Flooding Frequency Since 1900, Study Finds

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Environment·hace 4 díasResumen IA

Human-Driven Sea-Level Rise Quadruples Coastal Flooding Frequency Since 1900, Study Finds

A new international study published in Nature reveals that human-driven sea-level rise has quadrupled the frequency of extreme coastal flooding events globally since 1900. The research, based on over a century of tide gauge observations and climate models, highlights a fundamental long-term shift, making even ordinary tides and storms capable of causing damage that once required exceptional conditions. This necessitates a rethink of flood risk planning in coastal communities.

TOI World

3 min de lectura

Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens US Gulf Coast with Flooding and Winds

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Environment·hace 4 díasResumen IA

Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens US Gulf Coast with Flooding and Winds

Tropical Storm Bertha is forecast to bring flooding and strong winds to the U.S. Gulf Coast from the Florida Panhandle to Louisiana, prompting communities to distribute sandbags and close beaches. Bertha is expected to make landfall Wednesday night southeast of New Orleans.

ABC News

2 min de lectura

Rare Aquifer Tour Returns to Natural Bridge Caverns Due to Texas Flooding

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Environment·hace 4 díasResumen IA

Rare Aquifer Tour Returns to Natural Bridge Caverns Due to Texas Flooding

Heavy rains and severe flooding in Texas have raised water levels by nearly 30 feet inside Natural Bridge Caverns near San Antonio, temporarily reviving a rare guided aquifer tour. This unique event allows visitors to explore normally inaccessible, water-filled passages and learn about the region's vital groundwater system.

Times of India

4 min de lectura

Up to 13 Million in UK Face Long-Term Coastal Flooding Risk Due to Climate Crisis

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Environment·hace 4 díasResumen IA

Up to 13 Million in UK Face Long-Term Coastal Flooding Risk Due to Climate Crisis

Scientists warn that up to 13 million people in the UK face a long-term risk of coastal flooding due to the climate crisis, with a "worst-case scenario" suggesting the need for large-scale population movement away from a dramatically reshaped coast.

Guardian UK

3 min de lectura

Beavers Solve London Flood Problem for Free in Ealing

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hace 5 díasResumen IA

Beavers Solve London Flood Problem for Free in Ealing

Beavers reintroduced to Paradise Fields in Ealing, West London, have successfully mitigated flooding around Greenford Tube station, a problem that previously plagued the area. The "nature's engineers" built dams, creating wetlands that slow water flow and boost local biodiversity, demonstrating a free, effective solution.

TOI World

4 min de lectura

Tropical Storm Bertha threatens Gulf Coast with flooding and wind; Hurricane Fausto strengthens in Pacific

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Environment·hace 5 díasResumen IA

Tropical Storm Bertha threatens Gulf Coast with flooding and wind; Hurricane Fausto strengthens in Pacific

Tropical Storm Bertha is churning towards the northern Gulf Coast, threatening Florida to Louisiana with heavy rain, flash flooding, dangerous storm surge, and damaging winds. Meanwhile, Hurricane Fausto has strengthened in the eastern Pacific but poses no immediate threat to land.

The Independent World

2 min de lectura

Five Family Members Die in Utah Flash Flood

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Other·hace 5 díasResumen IA

Five Family Members Die in Utah Flash Flood

Five family members, including a Provo fire captain, his wife, and three sons, died in a flash flood in a southern Utah canyon. Heavy rains triggered the flood near Sunglow Campground, leaving one daughter as the sole survivor. A GoFundMe was created to support her.

The Independent World

2 min de lectura

Severe Hailstorms Hit Europe Amid Heatwave, Monsoon Flooding Devastates Bangladesh

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Environment·hace 6 díasResumen IA

Severe Hailstorms Hit Europe Amid Heatwave, Monsoon Flooding Devastates Bangladesh

Golf-ball-sized hailstones and severe thunderstorms have struck parts of France, Germany, and Poland, causing flooding and damage to property and agriculture. Concurrently, monsoon flooding in Bangladesh has killed at least 53 people, affected a million, and caused widespread disruption and displacement.

Guardian World

2 min de lectura

Severe Storms and Flooding Hit Northeastern US, Texas Battles Aftermath

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Environment·hace 6 díasResumen IA

Severe Storms and Flooding Hit Northeastern US, Texas Battles Aftermath

The northeastern US faces severe thunderstorms and flash flooding, compounded by Canadian wildfire smoke in NYC. Meanwhile, Texas continues to battle destructive floods, with two deaths and hundreds rescued, as major rivers are expected to surge, following weeks of relentless downpours.

Guardian World

3 min de lectura

Deadly Flash Flooding Hits Texas Hill Country for Second Consecutive Year

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Environment·hace 6 díasResumen IA

Deadly Flash Flooding Hits Texas Hill Country for Second Consecutive Year

Texas Hill Country experienced deadly flash flooding for the second year in a row, causing high-water rescues, road closures, and at least one death. Relentless downpours led to rivers rising rapidly, with the Guadalupe River surpassing last year's levels in some areas.

ABC News

4 min de lectura

US and Canada Grapple with Dangerous Wildfire Smoke, Air Quality Warnings

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Environment·19/7/2026Resumen IA

US and Canada Grapple with Dangerous Wildfire Smoke, Air Quality Warnings

Wildfire smoke from Ontario and Minnesota affects US mid-Atlantic, northeast, Midwest, and Great Lakes, causing poor air quality, health concerns, and event disruptions, with some relief possible by Sunday.

Guardian World

3 min de lectura

Flooding Disrupts Shenyang and Chengde Amid Heavy Rainfall

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Mundo·13/7/2026Resumen IA

Flooding Disrupts Shenyang and Chengde Amid Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in Shenyang, Liaoning province, leading to school closures, suspended construction, and the shutdown of tourist attractions. In Chengde, Hebei province, roads were destroyed, trapping villagers, with the city still recovering from previous severe weather.

SCMP Economy

Philadelphia Residents Survey Storm Damage After Microbursts Unleash Destruction

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Mundo·12/7/2026Resumen IA

Philadelphia Residents Survey Storm Damage After Microbursts Unleash Destruction

Severe thunderstorms with powerful microbursts caused widespread destruction across Philadelphia and surrounding counties on Saturday afternoon. The storms downed trees, severed power lines, caused flooding, and structural damage, including a building collapse in West Philadelphia. Mayor Cherelle Parker declared a Disaster Emergency.

The Independent World

2 min de lectura

About 20 Rescued After Building Collapse at Missouri Campground Amid Flooding

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Mundo·10/7/2026Resumen IA

About 20 Rescued After Building Collapse at Missouri Campground Amid Flooding

Emergency crews rescued approximately 20 people from a collapsed building at Bearcat Getaway campground in Reynolds County, Missouri, on Friday. The incident occurred after widespread flooding and heavy rainfall, with over 90 water rescues reported across central and eastern Missouri.

ABC News

Missouri Flooding: Water Rescues Underway After Heavy Thunderstorms

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Mundo·10/7/2026Resumen IA

Missouri Flooding: Water Rescues Underway After Heavy Thunderstorms

Emergency crews in southeastern Missouri conducted multiple water rescues Friday after heavy thunderstorms dropped up to nine inches of rain, trapping campers and flooding roads. A catastrophic flash flood emergency was issued for parts of Iron and Reynolds counties.

The Independent World