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18d ago

World

33 killed as floods leave half of Congo’s capital under water

Heavy rains began last week, causing the key Ndjili River to overflow on Friday and submerge hundreds of buildings.
A man lies on top of a car stuck in floodwaters in the Ndjili district of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, on April 6, 2025.
A man lies on top of a car stuck in floodwaters in the Ndjili district of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, on April 6, 2025.
19d ago

Parts of the South start recovery after storms flooded the region, killing 19

Deadly flash floods took aim at the South and the Midwest this weekend.
Image: Houses in Frankfort, Kentucky, flood.
Image: Houses in Frankfort, Kentucky, flood.

Live Updates

22d ago

Live Updates

Life-threatening, catastrophic' flash floods and tornadoes hit Midwest and South

The National Weather Service said some areas could get as much as 10 to 15 inches of rain through the weekend.
Severe weather live updates: 'Life-threatening, catastrophic' flash flooding and tornadoes to hit Mid-West and South
Severe weather live updates: 'Life-threatening, catastrophic' flash flooding and tornadoes to hit Mid-West and South
28d ago

Three dead in South Texas after more than foot of rain falls in Rio Grande Valley

The top official in Hidalgo County issued a disaster declaration after more than a foot of rain fell, causing widespread damage. One death was also reported across the border in Mexico.
Extreme Weather Texas flood flooding water
Extreme Weather Texas flood flooding water

World

47d ago

World

Floodwaters still threaten parts of Australia's east coast as tropical storm cleanup begins

One person was killed and several other people were injured as heavy rain lashed Australia’s east coast over the weekend, toppling trees and power lines.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred Brings Severe Weather to Australia's East Coast
Tropical Cyclone Alfred Brings Severe Weather to Australia's East Coast
60d ago

Office of Buffalo Trace whiskey distillery swept into Kentucky River by mudslide

A cargo container and a makeshift office at the historic distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, slid down a cliff following heavy rain in the flood-ravaged state.
A cargo container is seen sliding into a river
A cargo container is seen sliding into a river

Death toll in Kentucky storms rises to 14 as state braces for another round of winter weather

Around 2 to 6 inches of snow are expected in the state Tuesday night into Wednesday evening.
a partially submerged car in flood waters in the middle of a street
a partially submerged car in flood waters in the middle of a street
81d ago

California flood watch raises risk of mudslides days after wildfire containment

Heavy rain could produce flooding, mudslides and debris flows in northern and central California, and it is expected to take aim at Los Angeles by the middle of the week.
People admire the Golden Gate Bridge in the rain in San Francisco on Jan. 31, 2025.
People admire the Golden Gate Bridge in the rain in San Francisco on Jan. 31, 2025.

World

82d ago

World

One dead and thousands urged to evacuate as Australia's northeast battles floods

Queensland authorities said major flooding was underway in coastal Hinchinbrook Shire, a locality of around 11,000 people about 310 miles north of the state capital, Brisbane.
Floods are engulfing northeast Queensland, with residents in parts of Townsville told to evacuate following warnings water levels could reach the second storey of some buildings. Residents watch water flow over Aplin’s Weir in Mundingburra.
Floods are engulfing northeast Queensland, with residents in parts of Townsville told to evacuate following warnings water levels could reach the second storey of some buildings. Residents watch water flow over Aplin’s Weir in Mundingburra.

Small businesses abruptly learn the limits of their insurance after fires and floods

From burned restaurants in Los Angeles to flooded shops in North Carolina, operators face the reality of policies that haven’t kept pace with climate-related risks.
Smoke surrounds the charred remains of Fox's Restaurant, on Jan. 8, 2025, in Altadena, Calif.
Smoke surrounds the charred remains of Fox's Restaurant, on Jan. 8, 2025, in Altadena, Calif.
148d ago

From disaster to hope: A Vermont family thankful for community support after flood destroyed home

“We lost both of our vehicles, our home and our barn and at least half of our possessions,” Jenny Mackenzie said.
From disaster to hope: A Vermont family thankful for community support after flood destroyed home.
From disaster to hope: A Vermont family thankful for community support after flood destroyed home.
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