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US politics
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Kristi Noem Fucked Up FEMA's Response to Texas Floods

FEMA's deployment of disaster response teams was delayed by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's approval process.
US politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Trump's Texas response looks a lot like the FEMA he just promised to begin 'phasing out'

Trump's administration highlights a swift federal response to Texas floods while moving away from proposed FEMA reforms.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's Texas response looks a lot like the FEMA he just promised to begin 'phasing out'

#hurricane-preparedness
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
California

Florida says it's evaluating storm evacuation options at Alligator Alcatraz

Lack of public hurricane evacuation plan for Alligator Alcatraz raises safety concerns before hurricane season.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
Miami food

Are you ready for hurricane season? See forecast, get tips - and don't do this

Be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season as forecasts predict above-average storm activity, especially in South Florida.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Are you ready for hurricane season? See forecast, get tips - and don't do this

Be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season as forecasts predict above-average storm activity, especially in South Florida.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Butler Fire map: Forecast of dry lightning raises warnings of more evacuations

Residents of Siskiyou County need to prepare for evacuation due to dangerous wildfire conditions and weather predictions.
#texas-floods
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
California

More Than 38,000 Residential Structures Were Within the Texas Flood Zone Known as 'Flash Flood Alley'

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
California

More Than 38,000 Residential Structures Were Within the Texas Flood Zone Known as 'Flash Flood Alley'

fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Evacuating the Berkeley Hills during a wildfire could take over 4 hours, study says

Evacuating the Berkeley Hills during a wildfire may take over four hours, endangering residents due to fast-moving fire.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

An Alaska tsunami warning had residents scrambling for high ground after 7.3 magnitude earthquake

A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Alaska, prompting temporary evacuation procedures despite no significant damage reported.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Tsunami advisory issued in parts of Alaska after 7.3-magnitude earthquake

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake in Alaska prompted a tsunami advisory but no significant damage was reported.
#flash-flooding
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
New York City

Flash flooding across tri-state area prompts road closures, subway delays in NYC, state of emergency in NJ

fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
New York City

Flash flooding across tri-state area prompts road closures, subway delays in NYC, state of emergency in NJ

#flooding
New York City
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Heat wave forecast for NYC this week with 100-degree heat index, weather service says

Turbulent weather in New York City includes a heat wave with real-feel temperatures potentially reaching 104 degrees.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Florida's undocumented immigrants afraid to enter hurricane shelters due to ICE fears

Florida faces significant hurricane risks; undocumented immigrants fear seeking shelter due to anti-immigrant policies.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

How flood sirens could have saved lives in Texas

"What can we do better looking forward? We need sirens," said Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in an interview this week. The floods killed at least 120 people.
Public health
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Says Noem Did Bang-Up Job on Flood Response Because She Was Literally the First Person I Saw on Television'

Trump praised Noem for her response to Texas floods, despite concerns over FEMA's delayed actions due to her new policy.
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Kristi Noem Laughs Off Criticism of Her Texas Flood Response

Cost-cutting measures delayed urgent rescue operations after devastating floods, requiring Secretary Noem's sign-off for expenditures above $100,000.
#texas-flooding
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Canada news

At least 13 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Canada news

At least 13 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Kerr County struggled to fund flood warnings. Under Trump, it's getting even harder

Kerr County previously planned a flood warning system to alert residents to rising waters, but struggled to secure funding from FEMA due to high demand and limited resources.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

MSNBC's Jen Psaki Slams Trump Rambling About Decor For 15 Minutes' Amid Flood Disaster

Trump's cabinet meeting occurred amid the Texas flood disaster, where he discussed everything from media threats to White House decor instead of focusing on the crisis.
US politics
#flash-floods
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Heat Advisory, Flood Watch in Effect in NYC on July 8

NYC Cooling Centers will be open, outreach teams are on the ground, and emergency plans are in place, but safety also depends on personal action.
Brooklyn
fromFox News
4 weeks ago

NYC temporarily shuts down Queens beaches after sharks swim dangerously close to Fourth of July crowd

These sightings were very close to beachgoers. But thanks to drone tech, lifeguards, and the dedicated professionals at @nycemergencymgt, we're keeping everyone safe as they enjoy the holiday.
New York City
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Most hotel shelters to close Monday, Mass. officials say

The Healey administration is closing nearly all hotel shelters, leaving only four operational by July 31 due to rising housing crises.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

At least 32 people killed as flash floods hit northern Pakistan

Flash flooding in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has led to 32 fatalities, including a tourist family, highlighting inadequate emergency response.
#hurricane-season
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Emergency alert test returning in 2025 with nearly all UK mobiles affected

UK emergency alerts system will test message alerts nationwide in 2025, ensuring public safety during emergencies.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

What if a hurricane hits 'Alligator Alcatraz'? Florida drawing up evacuation plan

Florida plans to open an immigrant detention center in the Everglades amid hurricane season, raising safety concerns for detainees.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Record-high temperatures leave thousands of Mass. customers without power

Tuesday's record high temperatures peaked at over 100°F in Boston, marking it as both the hottest day recorded in June and the fourth warmest day overall.
Boston food
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Donald Trump set to flee to secret sites in nuclear war with Iran

In a World War III scenario with nuclear weapons, COOP would ensure the president, military leaders, and other officials operate from safe locations, preventing a leadership collapse that could lead to disorder throughout the society.
US politics
NYC parents
fromsilive
1 month ago

Con Ed reduces voltage to these 20 Staten Island communities; asks several others to conserve power

Con Edison calls for energy conservation on Staten Island due to equipment issues and extreme temperatures.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

China fireworks factory blast leaves several dead DW 06/17/2025

A fireworks factory explosion in China's Hunan province resulted in nine deaths and 26 injuries, highlighting serious safety concerns in industrial practices.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Warning over biblical flooding set to thrash US state

‘Our top priority right now is search and rescue. There are still people unaccounted for. Stay off the roads so crews can work quickly and safely.’
DC food
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Brooklyn Bridge closed to traffic in one direction due to overturned vehicle

Traffic on the Manhattan-bound side of the Brooklyn Bridge is closed due to an overturned vehicle.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Nokia takes the helm of Proactif to deliver 'state-of-the-art' UxV platforms | Computer Weekly

With the Proactif project, we aim to revolutionize emergency management in Europe by leveraging cutting-edge unmanned vehicle systems that are both efficient and secure.
European startups
#los-angeles
#wildfires
Canada news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Why are so many of Canada's wildfires burning 'out of control'?

Over half of the 200 wildfires in Canada are out of control, raising severe concerns over air quality and suppression efforts.
#nigeria
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
World news

Nigeria flash floods: Which is most affected area, what caused the deluge?

Flash floods in Mokwa, Niger State have killed over 150 people and displaced thousands since Thursday.
Search and rescue operations continue amid significant structural damage and a rising death toll.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
World news

Nigeria floods death toll crosses 150 as thousands displaced

Severe flooding in central Nigeria has displaced over 3,000 individuals and resulted in at least 151 fatalities as rescue efforts continue.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Nigeria flash floods: Which is most affected area, what caused the deluge?

Flash floods in Mokwa, Niger State have killed over 150 people and displaced thousands since Thursday.
Search and rescue operations continue amid significant structural damage and a rising death toll.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Promoting Wellness Among Security Teams in the Midst of Crisis

Promoting wellness in security teams is critical, particularly during crises, emphasizing the need for recognition and integration within organizational culture.
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Video. Blatten remains evacuated as Birch Glacier continues to break apart

Glacial break-offs above Blatten threaten the village and could cause debris flows or dam the River Lonza.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Hurricane season begins June 1. This Florida emergency official reveals what keeps her up at night

"Our entire island chain is surrounded by water. We have more water than we do land mass. Being uniquely situated between the two large bodies of water makes us very vulnerable."
Miami food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Los Gatos announces first-ever emergency manager

I really want to work to support the community and make sure that we're as prepared as possible for any potential risks and mitigate the hazards as best as possible.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Los Gatos develops plan to reduce projected $3.7M deficit

The Los Gatos Town Council approved budget cuts to address a projected $3.7 million deficit while maintaining essential services like dog poop bags in parks.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

St. Louis emergency management chief on leave after failing to sound sirens for deadly tornado: report

Missouri city emergency manager suspended after tornado alarm failure led to fatalities and injuries.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

In reversal, Trump administration restores classes at the National Fire Academy

Restoration of in-person training at National Fire Academy after a previously enforced pause indicates a reassessment of training initiatives.
The decision reinstates vital training opportunities for firefighters and supports the local economy of Emmitsburg.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

As L.A. rebuilds from the Palisades fire, residents ask: What's the plan?

The Emergency Management Department faces overwhelming challenges with a bare-bones team and limited budget, struggling to handle disaster recovery effectively in the wake of major incidents.
Los Angeles
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 months ago

Mexican navy ship Cuauhtemoc hits the Brooklyn Bridge during training exercise

A sailboat collision with the Brooklyn Bridge caused multiple injuries and the closure of bridge lanes.
NYC LGBT
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Houses of worship being sought to volunteer as Cooling Centers during extreme hot weather

Houses of worship are being asked to serve as Cooling Centers to help vulnerable individuals during extreme heat this summer.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Rancho Palos Verdes is home to a Trump golf course. But his cuts are imperiling the city's landslide response

Rancho Palos Verdes faces a severe landslide crisis exacerbated by insufficient federal funding, risking the city's financial stability. Immediate outside aid is critical.
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