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East Coast nor’easter weakens after causing death and floods

8 clusters · 407 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Nor'easter causes concert cancellations and venue damage in New York

The powerful autumnal nor’easter has struck the northeastern United States, bringing torrential rain, high winds, and dangerous coastal flooding. The storm has caused widespread disruption, including the cancellation of

Camp Mystic criminal investigation in Texas

3 clusters · 27 sources · last updated about 15 hours ago

Latest: Camp Mystic owners file for bankruptcy following fatal 2025 flood

Following a catastrophic flash flood on July 4, 2025, that caused the Guadalupe River to overflow, the Texas Rangers launched a criminal investigation into Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas. The flood resulted in the deaths of

Colombia earthquake: economic recovery and aid efforts

43 clusters · 794 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Colombia allocates 1 trillion pesos for Chocó infrastructure reconstruction

Recovery efforts continue following the August 10 earthquake, which remains the strongest in Colombia during the 21st century. While initial damage estimates ranged from $9.5 billion to $14 billion, new economic analyses

FEMA emergency responder grant distributions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: FEMA awards millions in grants to emergency responders

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has distributed millions of dollars in federal grant funding to fire departments and emergency response organizations across several states to enhance community resilience a

Yellowstone supervolcano eruption simulations

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Yellowstone supervolcano eruption simulation models global catastrophe

Scientific simulations and research models have detailed the catastrophic potential of a hypothetical super-eruption at the Yellowstone supervolcano. Researchers emphasize that these models are mathematical thought exper

Hurricane Nolo moves west away from Hawaii amid flooding

3 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Hurricane Nolo threatens Hawaii with catastrophic flooding

Hurricane Nolo is moving west away from the Hawaiian Islands, though the threat of heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds persists. While the National Hurricane Center expects the storm’s center to remain well sout

US National Preparedness Month initiatives

8 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: National Preparedness Month initiatives promote emergency readiness

National Preparedness Month is being promoted across the United States to encourage citizens to develop emergency response plans. Initial efforts focus on general readiness, with officials in Wisconsin and East Texas rec

Baker City fire department funding and emergency response

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Baker City Fire Department receives $210,000 grant and responds to structure fire

The Baker City Fire Department has been awarded a $210,000 federal grant through the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters program. Fire Chief Michael Carlson noted the funds will be used for oxygen tanks and protective clothi

Indiana extreme rainfall and flooding recovery

8 clusters · 116 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: FEMA approves $92 million for Indiana storm survivors

Extreme rainfall, tornadoes, and a derecho have caused catastrophic flooding across Indiana, resulting in at least eight deaths. The deluge, which included over 11 inches of rain in some areas over a two-day period, push

Hurricane Lowell and Lala recovery efforts in Hawaii

11 clusters · 120 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Kauaʻi urges tourism return to aid recovery after Hurricane Lowell

Hurricane Lowell, which struck Hawaii’s western islands as a Category 2 storm before being downgraded to a tropical storm, has caused widespread destruction and multiple fatalities. The storm’s center passed within 70 mi

UK critical energy infrastructure cyberattack and resilience

6 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: UK Government urges emergency food stockpiling amid climate and security risks

Following a July 2026 cyberattack on a UK ‘peaker’ power facility, the British government has intensified its focus on national resilience and emergency preparedness. The incident, which highlighted vulnerabilities in de

Illinois storm and tornado disaster recovery

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Illinois requests FEMA aid for eight counties following August storms

Following a period of severe storms and a record-breaking tornado season in which Illinois recorded over 200 tornadoes, Governor J. B. Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation for 15 counties in August 2026. This proclama

West Virginia flooding emergency and recovery efforts

10 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: West Virginia requests federal disaster aid following August floods

In late June, the National Weather Service placed a Flood Watch on southern West Virginia and adjacent parts of Kentucky, Ohio and Virginia. On 20 July, Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a statewide emergency for all 55

Indiana severe weather disaster relief

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Indiana reduces debris cleanup costs for storm-affected counties

Following severe weather events including tornadoes, flooding, and straight-line winds that began on August 11, 2026, Governor Mike Braun announced tax relief and debris cleanup assistance for impacted Indiana residents

Hawaii recovers from Lala as federal aid is approved

14 clusters · 344 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Hurricane Lala devastates Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument

Recovery efforts in Hawaii continue following the impact of Hurricane Lala, which caused significant destruction, including the loss of at least 100 homes, widespread power outages, and at least two confirmed deaths. Whi

Severe storms, flooding, and utility investigations in IN

12 clusters · 91 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Indiana flooding leaves seven dead and survivors awaiting aid

Severe storms and a derecho with winds up to 99 mph caused widespread destruction and flooding across Indiana, resulting in seven deaths and an estimated $5 billion in regional damage. The weather events left approximate

US federal disaster aid declarations

2 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Missouri Supreme Court blocks new congressional map for November elections

President Donald Trump has issued several major disaster declarations to unlock FEMA assistance following severe weather and geological events in the United States. In early August, declarations were approved for Missou

FEMA disaster recovery funding in Puerto Rico

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: FEMA approves $100 million in disaster funding for Puerto Rico

FEMA has approved over $100 million in funding for Puerto Rico through its Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs. These funds are intended to repair critical infrastructure and reduce future disaster ris