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weather23 days ago•1 min saved

Tornado Warning Hits Montgomery County as Flood Alerts Spread Across the Region

A Tornado Warning was issued for Montgomery County, Ohio, as part of a broader severe-weather event that also includes flash flood warnings for several Ohio counties and Indiana alerts; the Storm Prediction Center places the region at a Level 1–2 risk with storms most likely from roughly 4 PM to 10 PM, and residents should monitor radar and warnings while preparing for heavy rainfall (about 0.25–1.5 inches, with isolated higher totals) and the potential for brief tornadoes or damaging winds.

via WHIO TV|

#flood-warnings #montgomery-county #ohio

weather27 days ago•199 min saved

New England Braces for Life-Threatening Flood Threat as Storm Drenches the Northeast

A slow-moving summer storm drenches the Northeast, expanding flash flood warnings into New England with 2–7 inches of rain forecast across the region. More than 11 million people are under flood watches as rescues, road closures, and flight cancellations mount from New Jersey to New England. The greatest risk is in parts of Massachusetts, Vermont and Connecticut, where Level 3 of 4 flood risk is in place, with heavy rain expected to continue into Wednesday before the system weakens and rain becomes more scattered.

via CNN|

#flash-flood #flood-warnings #heavy-rain

usnews1 month ago•5 min saved

Texas Hill Country Floods Recede as Rescues Continue and Two Die

Nearly 30 inches of rain in South Central Texas triggered widespread flooding, with hundreds rescued and two deaths confirmed as floodwaters recede. Authorities caution rivers like the Guadalupe, Llano, and Pedernales could still rise, but improved warning systems and sirens installed after last year’s floods helped alert residents and campers this time.

via FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth|

#flood-warnings #flooding #guadalupe-river

weather7 months ago•6 min saved

2026 Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings to Southern California

A series of storms bringing heavy rain and flood warnings are affecting Southern California, with saturated grounds increasing risks of mudslides and debris flows. Evacuations are underway in burn scar areas, and residents are advised to avoid driving through flooded roads. The storm is expected to impact the Rose Parade and bring one of the wettest New Year's Days in decades, with ongoing updates and safety tips provided by authorities.

via LAist|

#evacuations #flood-warnings #rain

weather1 year ago•2 min saved

Philadelphia and Surrounding Areas Face Flood Warnings Amid Stormy Weather

Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused flood warnings in Philadelphia and surrounding counties, with up to 3.5 inches of rain in some areas, but overall water levels remained low due to a dry month and cool weather conditions. The region experienced a shift to more typical August weather, with additional showers possible but no extreme heat expected.

via Inquirer.com|

#climate #flood-warnings #heavy-rain

weather1 year ago•0 min saved

Severe Flooding and Storms Hit Southeast Wisconsin, Causing Power Outages and Road Closures

Southeast Wisconsin experienced severe flash flooding from Saturday night into Sunday morning due to heavy rainfall, prompting flood warnings and advisories, with more rain expected.

via FOX6 News Milwaukee|

#flash-flooding #flood-warnings #rainfall

weather1 year ago•2 min saved

Texas Faces Severe Flooding Crisis Amid Heavy Rain and Rising Rivers

Heavy rains and storm systems are causing renewed flood risks across Central Texas, including areas previously devastated by deadly floods, with warnings issued for flash flooding and potential additional rainfall into early next week.

via The New York Times|

#flash-flooding #flood-warnings #heavy-rain

disaster1 year ago•9 min saved

Camp Mystic Struggles Amid Texas Floods

During severe flash floods in Texas, local officials were largely unresponsive or unaware of the unfolding disaster, leaving many residents and campers to fend for themselves, with at least 119 lives lost and questions raised about emergency preparedness and alert systems.

via The New York Times|

#camp-mystic #disaster #emergency-response

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Greg Abbott's Controversial Flood Comments Spark Viral Backlash

Texas Governor Greg Abbott faced criticism after using a football analogy to downplay the floods and avoid blame, amid concerns over the lack of a county-wide siren system and inadequate flood warnings, which may have saved lives. Critics called his comments tone-deaf and questioned the state's budget priorities for public safety measures.

via BuzzFeed|

#flood-warnings #football-analogy #greg-abbott

weather1 year ago•3 min saved

Philadelphia Faces Ongoing Flooding and Severe Weather Warnings

The Philadelphia area is experiencing persistent mugginess, random rains, and flooding due to heavy, unpredictable storms, with flood warnings in effect and the weather expected to remain unsettled through at least next Wednesday.

via Inquirer.com|

#flood-warnings #flooding #philadelphia

disaster1 year ago•7 min saved

Texas Floods: Death Toll Rises to 69 Amid Rescue Efforts and Forecast Disputes

At least 59 people, including 21 children, have died in central Texas flash floods, with ongoing search efforts for missing campers from Camp Mystic. President Trump signed a major disaster declaration, amid concerns over weather prediction and emergency preparedness, as heavy rains continue to threaten the region.

via Forbes|

#camp-missing-children #disaster #disaster-declaration

weather1 year ago•8 min saved

Weather Service Defends Forecasts Amid Texas Flood Criticism

A severe flood in Texas's Hill Country, caused by unprecedented rainfall, resulted in at least 50 deaths and highlighted challenges in weather forecasting, warning dissemination, and the impact of staffing cuts at the National Weather Service, amid ongoing debates over warning effectiveness and technological limitations.

via CNN|

#disaster-response #flood-warnings #forecasting-technology

weather1 year ago•6 min saved

Deadly Texas Floods Prompt Urgent Warnings and Questions

The Texas Hill Country experienced severe flooding after unexpected heavy rainfall, with at least 69 deaths. While flood warnings were issued, questions remain about whether more proactive measures could have mitigated the tragedy, especially given the rapid rise of water levels and the timing during the holiday weekend. Forecasters and officials acknowledged the challenges in predicting and responding to such sudden floods.

via The Texas Tribune|

#disaster-response #flood-warnings #kerr-county

weather1 year ago•1 min saved

Severe Storms and Extreme Heat Threaten Minnesota This Weekend

The National Weather Service warns of a potential derecho with winds up to 105 mph impacting North Dakota and Minnesota overnight, with upgraded severe risk levels, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flash floods expected in the region.

via Bring Me The News|

#derecho #flood-warnings #minnesota

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

Heavy Rainfall and Severe Storms Hit Minnesota and ND

Parts of Minnesota experienced 3-5 inches of rain overnight into Monday, leading to flood warnings in several areas. Another storm front is expected to arrive Tuesday afternoon, with a marginal risk for severe weather. Cooler and less humid conditions are forecasted for Wednesday through Friday.

via MPR News|

#flood-warnings #minnesota #rainfall