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Death and disaster in the high desert

Organizers said Sunday that both “The Man” and “The Temple” will still burn

Salon

Las Vegas residents dry out after heavy rainfall and floods

At least one death after severe weather that flooded streets, prompted various water rescues and shut down portion of I-15

The Guardian - US

Las Vegas drying out after 2 days of heavy rainfall that prompted water rescues, possible drowning

Las Vegas residents are drying out after two days of heavy rainfall that flooded streets, prompted various water rescues, shut down a portion of Interstate 15 south of the city and possibly resulted in at least one death

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Death at Burning Man investigated in US, thousands stranded by flooding

Thousands of festivalgoers remain stranded as organisers close vehicular traffic following storm flooding in Nevada.

Al Jazeera

Are There Still Places to Live to Escape Climate Change? This One Location is No Longer a Safe Bet

Cities will have to prepare for the climate risks creeping toward even the “climate havens” of the globe.

Inverse

Himachal Pradesh floods: Over Rs 163 crore contributed in 'Aapada Raahat Kosh' 2023

SHIMLA: To help the people affected by natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh, many individuals and organizations have come forward directly or indirectly as a result, a contribution of more than Rs 163 crore has been received in the "Aapda Rahat Kosh-2023", set up for aiding those in distress.

The Times of India

Still reeling from flooding, some in Vermont say something better must come out of losing everything

Some Vermont residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed during severe flooding in July still face housing shortages

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At risk from rising seas, Norfolk, Virginia, plans massive, controversial floodwall

Critics say the $2.6 billion floodwall project overlooks current climate risks and exposes flaws in how the federal government approaches major flood infrastructure.

WEKU

‘What night really looks like’: lights out as Floridians clean up after Idalia

Residents of Perry pick up the pieces after powerful hurricane destroyed buildings, felled trees and took out power lines

The Guardian - US

Himachal Pradesh exploring interest-subvention facilities for borrowers affected by natural calamities: Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu says the government is exploring interest-subvention facilities for borrowers affected by natural calamities, to provide financial relief & aid recovery efforts. Moratorium period of 12 months & relief to all regulated entities of RBI. Losses so far estimated at Rs 8,660.18 Crores.

The Hindu

Answers needed over how elderly couple died in flooded road – coroner

Elaine Marco, 76, and her husband, Philip, 77, died when their car drove in floodwater into Liverpool.

The Independent UK

Biden wants an extra $4 billion for disaster relief, bringing total request to $16 billion

The White House will seek an additional $4 billion to address natural disasters as part of its supplemental funding request

The Independent UK

Hey Chicago, don’t smother the Friday Morning Swim Club in regulations

The “club” started with a couple of young professionals jumping into the lake at Montrose Harbor to start off their busy weekends. Hundreds, then thousands, of young folks started joining them. Then the Park District weighed in.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Everything is destroyed’: Floridians begin long recovery from Idalia

Some residents say they ‘will have nothing to go back to’ after hurricane caused extensive damage

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Hurricane Idalia brings intense flooding to Carolinas as Biden declares major disaster in Florida – as it happened

Over 50,000 customers in Carolinas still without power while disaster declaration provides Florida with federal resources

The Independent UK

Tampa Bay area gets serious flooding but again dodges a direct hit from a major hurricane.

Last year it was Hurricane Ian that drew a bead on Tampa Bay before abruptly shifting east to strike southwest Florida more than 130 miles (210 kilometers) away

The Conversation

Flood protection based on historical records is flawed – we need a risk model fit for climate change

Despite countries pouring billions of dollars into “protecting” communities, flood-related disasters are becoming more frequent and are projected to become even more severe as the climate crisis worsens.

The Independent UK

Hurricane Idalia brings fresh backlash to Airbnb

‘Seems surprising and off brand to prioritize profits over guest safety,’ user says

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Heavy rains cause significant flooding in parts of West Virginia

Thunderstorms have dumped heavy rains that caused significant flooding in parts of West Virginia

Dynamite News

Nearly 7 people lost lives daily in rain-ravaged Himachal since onset of monsoon

At least 367 people have died in Himachal Pradesh in rain-related incidents this year since the onset of monsoon. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

HC notices to Telangana, A.P., Centre in PIL plea over Godavari river floods

Telangana HC issues notices to Union, Telangana and A.P. governments over floods in northern districts due to Kaleshwaram and Polavaram projects

The Independent UK

Burning Man fans share heartbreak as desert venue is flooded by storm: ‘Squishy Mud Man more like’

‘The desert doesn’t absorb. It’s like a pool being drained onto a tile floor,’ one person commented on social media

Newsroom.co.nz

A way forward for managed retreat

Though a government report on managed retreat won’t directly help those affected by this year’s extreme-weather events, at least some principles are being developed for a future national response, writes Chris Nicoll

The Hindu

Overnight rains throw life out of gear in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Chandigarh cause disruption of normal life, resulting in six deaths, damaged roads, vehicles, and buildings. Over 12,000 houses have been damaged, 40 people are missing, and rivers are in spate. Chief Minister urges people to avoid areas prone to flooding and landslides. Schools…

The Hindu

Declare Himachal floods as a national calamity, says Congress

The Congress has urged the Union government to declare Himachal Pradesh floods as a national calamity and allocate ₹10,000 crore for rehabilitation and rebuilding of the State

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