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How to Know Your Flood Risk
Climate change has made extreme rainfall more common and more intense. But many flood risk maps have yet to catch up.
El Paso, Southern New Mexico at risk of flash flooding during upcoming Monsoon storms
El Paso has a 30% chance of precipitation on Saturday, June 21, with chances increasing through Monday and Tuesday, June ...
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Drier Tuesday; More Storm Chances Wednesday In South Central Pennsylvania
A cold front drives through the area Friday, bringing another round of scattered showers and storms. In the wake of the system, cooler, drier weather is back for the start of the upcoming weekend; ...
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Flood risk is widespread in the U.S. Few people have insurance for it
Climate change is increasing the risk of dangerous floods. But people often balk at the cost of flood insurance, especially ...
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Where to find information about flood risk to your home
Many people in the United States receive little or no information about flood risk when they move into a new home or ...
Flooding preparation and funding for Hill Country tops Abbott’s agenda for upcoming special session
At the top of the list, Abbott calls for legislation to improve flood warning, communication and preparation, as well as fund recovery for flood victims in Hill Country.
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In Texas region prone to catastrophic floods, questions grow about lack of warning
Water rose fast along the Guadalupe River, causing dozens of deaths. Local officials said they couldn’t have seen it coming.
Localized flood risk diminishes overnight, followed by a drier Friday
Localized flooding has been reported in Addison county, as well as parts of the Northeast Kingdom near Sutton as slow-moving ...