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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

South of Minas has alert for heavy rain; cities may register more than 20 mm this Thursday

The South of Minas and Zona da Mata regions in Brazil are under alert for heavy rain, with meteorologists predicting significant rainfall over the course of the day.

Feb 26 • 17:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuania Prepares for Flood: Identifies Major Risk Zones and Clarifies Timeline

Lithuania has outlined its flood preparedness plan, identifying significant risk zones and clarifying the timeline for potential flooding.

Feb 25 • 13:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Weather in Bavaria: The flood risk decreases

Experts predict a significant alleviation of the flood situation in Bavaria following the end of heavy rainfall.

Feb 25 • 11:54 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Renatas Požėla on the predicted flood: PAGD is ready for various scenarios

Renatas Požėla announced that municipalities in risk zones are prepared for a possible flood with measures for resident alerts, evacuations, and temporary accommodations.

Feb 25 • 11:50 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

About potential flood threats and risks – interactive maps

An interactive tool has been developed to showcase the threats of flooding due to snowmelt and rainfall in Lithuania, providing risk assessments for residents and economic activities.

Feb 25 • 06:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Juiz de Fora is the 9th city in the country with the largest population in flood and landslide risk areas

Juiz de Fora ranks as the 9th Brazilian city with the highest population living in areas at risk of floods and landslides, according to a study by the National Center for Monitoring and Alerts of Natural Disasters.

Feb 25 • 03:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Red Code again for Evros – Alarm for new flood phenomena

The Evros Regional Unit has been placed on 'Red Code' alert as a high risk of flooding is predicted due to rising water levels and river overflow.

Feb 24 • 15:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: 'Red Code' due to river overflow – Flooded areas from satellite

The General Secretariat for Civil Protection has issued a 'Red Code' alert in the Evros region due to rising river levels and high flood risk from February 24 to February 27, 2026.

Feb 24 • 13:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Soil Freezing in Lithuania: Measurements and This Winter’s Characteristics

The article discusses the significance of soil freezing measurements in Lithuania for predicting agricultural conditions and spring flooding risks.

Feb 24 • 12:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Reactivates SMS Early Warning System As Flash Flood Risk Rises

The Kenya Red Cross Society has reactivated its SMS early warning system to warn residents about the increased risk of flash floods due to heavy rainfall.

Feb 24 • 05:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Advice on Protecting Residents' Property from Floods

Insurance experts provide guidance on checking flood risk areas and how to mitigate potential damage from flooding.

Feb 21 • 10:16 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Duties rejected, risk of a flood of lawsuits for 175 billion: here’s what could happen now in the USA

Importers can seek refunds on tariffs imposed by Trump’s executive orders as the U.S. faces potential legal challenges over $175 billion in trade duties.

Feb 20 • 16:06 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Geographer: Climate is warming despite a beautiful winter

A geographer from the University of Tartu emphasizes that recent warm winter conditions in Estonia do not negate the ongoing threat of climate change and rising flood risks.

Feb 20 • 07:19 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

PAGD: important information about the potential flood - in the LT72 app and website

The PAGD has launched the LT72 app and website to provide residents in flood-risk areas with timely information and guidelines on flood preparedness.

Feb 20 • 07:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

'Future scandal' as thousands of new homes built in flood zones

A study reveals that 11% of new homes built in England between 2022 and 2024 are in flood-prone areas, prompting concerns from experts.

Feb 18 • 01:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

One in nine new homes in England built in areas of flood risk, study shows

A recent study reveals that one in nine new homes in England are being constructed in flood risk zones, raising concerns amid climate change and housing demand.

Feb 18 • 00:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Agency warns UK communities to stay alert, says flood risk high

The UK Environment Agency has issued warnings of significant flooding across England, emphasizing the need for communities to remain vigilant.

Feb 17 • 23:06 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Snow melt raising flood risk in parts of southern Ontario

Communities in southern Ontario are warned of potential flooding due to melting snow and ice amid rising temperatures.

Feb 16 • 14:10 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Preparing for Snow Removal in Jelgava; Assessing Flood Risks

The Jelgava municipality is preparing for snow removal while also assessing the risk of flooding this spring, according to the city's mayor.

Feb 16 • 13:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Standing water and garbage increase disease risk after rains in Amapá; see how to protect yourself

Recent heavy rains in Amapá have heightened the risk of disease outbreaks, prompting health officials to advise preventive measures and mobilize resources.

Feb 14 • 11:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Portugal evacuates more than 9,000 people in Coimbra due to flood risk after dam break

Portugal has initiated a preventive evacuation of over 9,000 residents in Coimbra and surrounding areas due to flooding risk following the break of a containment dam caused by heavy rains.

Feb 13 • 11:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Portugal begins evacuation of 9,000 people in Coimbra due to flood risk

Portugal has started evacuating 9,000 residents in Coimbra due to the imminent threat of flooding following a dam breach.

Feb 13 • 11:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Flood Risk in Bavaria: Snowmelt and Rain Increase Water Levels in Franconia

Bavaria is facing a flood risk due to snowmelt and rain, leading to rising water levels in Franconia.

Feb 11 • 10:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Weather in Bavaria: Rain and Mild Temperatures – Flood Risk

Bavaria is experiencing mild temperatures and rain, increasing the risk of flooding due to the melting snow.

Feb 11 • 07:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water level of the Pardo River rises 2 meters due to rains in the Ribeirão Preto region, SP

The Pardo River's water level rose by 2.1 meters in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, following significant rainfall over the weekend, prompting flood risk alerts.

Feb 10 • 20:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Inside Andrew's 'swamp home' with flood risk and no room for live-in staff

Prince Andrew has moved to Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate amid ongoing controversy surrounding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, with revelations from emails adding to the tension.

Feb 9 • 09:18 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Renfe maintains suspension of half the Galician railway network for the third consecutive day

Renfe has suspended half of the Galician railway network for three consecutive days due to extreme flood risk.

Feb 7 • 10:35 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

More than 80 flood risk warnings issued in the UK

Due to prolonged rainfall, the UK has issued over 80 flood warnings, with predictions for continued rainfall next week.

Feb 7 • 06:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Kefalogiannis on the bill 'Active Battle': Preparation of flood risk plans will be mandatory

Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Giannis Kefalogiannis announced that the upcoming 'Active Battle' bill will make the preparation of flood risk plans mandatory to reduce the potential for major disasters.

Feb 6 • 12:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

After the flood, the risk of landslides: The clogging of the aquifer in Grazalema that puts geologists on alert

Following severe flooding in Grazalema, the town faces potential landslides due to unprecedented water accumulation in its underground aquifer, prompting concerns among geologists.

Feb 6 • 01:31 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

A thousand people evacuated in Badajoz due to flood risk from the storm

A thousand people have been evacuated in Badajoz, Spain, due to the risk of floods from a storm affecting local rivers.

Feb 5 • 07:47 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Morocco orders mass evacuations as flood risk soars

Morocco's Interior Ministry has recorded over 108,000 evacuations due to rising flood risks from heavy rains and swollen rivers.

Feb 4 • 19:43 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Red alert in Jarama and risk of overflow in Mejorada and San Fernando due to storm Leonardo

The effects of storm Leonardo in Madrid have prompted a red hydrological alert in the area surrounding the Jarama River, particularly affecting Mejorada del Campo and San Fernando de Henares.

Feb 4 • 09:12 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Saturated soils, full dams and flood risk: Leonardo arrives after the rainiest January in 25 years

The storm Leonardo arrives in Spain with saturated soils, increasing the risk of flooding following the wettest January in 25 years.

Feb 4 • 03:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ice breaking and going this year will occur with increased jam and flooding risk

This year's ice breaking and movement will happen with a heightened risk of ice jams and flooding, largely dependent on spring weather conditions, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Center.

Feb 2 • 12:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

All UK homeowners urged to make simple check now

Experts are advising UK homeowners to conduct a simple check to ensure their properties are not located in flood risk zones, which could prevent financial losses due to inadequate insurance coverage following severe weather events.

Jan 16 • 13:30 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Water Managers on Alert: Strongest Ice on the Elbe in 20 Years May Cause Flooding

Water managers in the Czech Republic are on high alert due to the strongest ice on the Elbe River in two decades, as melting ice combined with rising temperatures poses a flood risk.

Jan 15 • 14:05 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Andalusia reduces flood risk and authorizes the return of evacuees from Cártama

Andalusia has lowered the flood risk level and allowed evacuated residents of Cártama to return to their homes.

Jan 6 • 02:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Australia news live: Albanese to visit flood-hit Queensland; Bondi suspect moved to Goulburn Supermax

Former Labor MPs and activists urge Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to initiate a royal commission into antisemitism and the Bondi terror attack, emphasizing that democracy is at risk without action.

Jan 5 • 19:42 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Retreat or higher dikes - what to do when the sea level rises?

Experts are urging discussions on alternatives to traditional coastal defense methods in Northern Germany due to rising sea levels and increasing flood risks.

Dec 31 • 07:28 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The board game that raises awareness among students of the Ebro River about flood risk

A board game named Inundable educates students in Ebro River towns about safe construction areas regarding flood risks, currently circulating in local educational institutions.

Dec 26 • 20:26 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Is your house in a flood-prone area? Find out in this street-by-street map

elDiario.es has created an interactive map that allows users to check flood risk areas, which currently encompass 8% of all homes in Spain.

Jan 6 • 20:24 UTC

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