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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Many forget an important household task in the kitchen โ€“ risk of water damage not covered by insurance: "It is the first sign"

Many Finns neglect to clean their refrigerator's condensation drain, risking water damage that their home insurance may not cover.

Feb 28 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

"Funny that you could almost buy a house with a credit card" โ€“ The price of this house is astonishing

A wooden detached house in Oulais, Finland, is on the market for a surprisingly low price of โ‚ฌ10,000, mostly due to water damage and its designation as demolition-ready.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Evros: 1,000 cubic meters of water per second from Bulgaria

Severe floods in the Evros region of Greece are causing extensive damage, with fears of further breaches in levees as soldiers work to reinforce them.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: Panoramic images show the extent of the damage - 150,000 acres flooded

Residents of Lavara in Evros remain on high alert due to the risk of rising water levels and possible flooding of inhabited areas.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

WARNING: Incoming thaw may bring unexpected floods

A significant thaw and rain starting next week in Estonia are expected to increase the risk of flooding, with many residents unprepared for potential water damage.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Celec rules out damage at the Toachi mini hydro plant after emergency due to sediment removal

Celec confirmed that an unexpected water intrusion at the Toachi mini hydro plant did not cause equipment damage or affect personnel after a sediment removal operation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Louvre director resigns amid theft and fraud crises

Louvre Museum director Laurence des Cars has resigned due to ongoing crises including a significant theft, water damage, and staff strikes.

Feb 24 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Helsinki restaurant has terrible luck: Water damage destroyed the floors for the second time in three years

A Helsinki restaurant, Pastis, has suffered water damage for the second time in three years due to freezing temperatures, affecting various areas of the establishment.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The historic D subway station that was under construction since August has reopened: the renovations and the next ones that will close

The historic Plaza Italia subway station in Buenos Aires has reopened after significant restorations, which were necessary due to its status as a National Historic Monument and ongoing issues with water damage.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

HS: Well-known Helsinki restaurant closed for months โ€“ hereโ€™s why

A popular restaurant in Helsinki, Pastis, has closed for several months due to water damage caused by a frozen pipe.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Disaster in Helsinki's Top Restaurant - Closed for Months

A prominent restaurant in Helsinki, Pastis, is closed indefinitely due to extensive water damage caused by a burst frozen pipe.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A completely new multifunctional building suffered extensive water damage in Rovaniemi โ€“ we asked how it is possible

A significant water damage incident has occurred in a new multifunctional building in Rovaniemi, with causes still under investigation.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

After several delays, facades at the large hospital can now be completed

Construction on the facades of the new hospital in Aalborg can resume due to the end of frost conditions, despite previous significant water damage and scheduling challenges.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Young man destroyed a rental apartment in Jyvรคskylรค: Tear down the radiator from the wall with bare hands โ€“ Massive water damage

A young man was sentenced to conditional prison for severely damaging his rental apartment in Jyvรคskylรค, Finland, after a series of destructive actions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Invasive Mesquite Plants Do More Than Deplete Water Reserves - New Research in South Africa Shows They Damage Soil Too

New research in South Africa reveals that invasive mesquite plants not only deplete water reserves but also cause significant damage to soil quality.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Significant Damage to Energy Infrastructure in Belgorod After Ukrainian Missile Attack

A Ukrainian missile attack has caused severe damage to the energy infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod region, leading to shortages of electricity, heating, and water.

Feb 22 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Now thereโ€™s a harsh warning โ€“ This neglect can cost thousands

A significant number of Finns do not know the location of their apartment's water shut-off valve, which can lead to costly water damage.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Limnos: Images of destruction from the bad weather, water unsuitable for drinking

Limnos is recovering from severe weather damage, leaving many businesses flooded and water sources contaminated.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mineral Water Park Pools Closed Indefinitely After Rains, Announces ICMBio

ICMBio has announced the indefinite closure of the Mineral Water Park pools in Brasรญlia due to structural damage caused by recent heavy rains.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Intense rain with hail and flooding recorded in the Agreste of PE; VIDEO

An intense hailstorm and subsequent flooding occurred in Brejรฃo, Pernambuco, causing significant water accumulation but no reported injuries or serious damage.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Positive Temperatures are on the Way โ€“ and This Should be Taken Seriously if You Want to Avoid Water Damage

Rising temperatures in Denmark may lead to significant issues for homeowners, with advice from a damage expert on prevention measures.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Do this for your home when you go on vacation

Insurance experts provide tips for securing your home while on vacation to prevent incidents such as theft, water damage, or fire.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Experts advise: check this before buying a used car - you will save money

Experts highlight critical checks to perform before purchasing a used car to avoid future expenses.

Feb 16 โ€ข 19:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Water Damage in Downtown Helsinki

A water damage incident has been reported at Kaisaniemenkatu 4 in downtown Helsinki, prompting a response from the rescue services.

Feb 15 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Water damage in a commercial property in downtown Helsinki

A small water damage incident occurred in a vacant restaurant located on Kaisaniemenkatu 4 in downtown Helsinki on Sunday afternoon.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

ERGO Insurance Year: 51 Million in Property Damage from Bullet Holes in Windows to Train Accidents

In 2025, ERGO Insurance compensated a total of โ‚ฌ50.7 million for property damages, with significant portions stemming from traffic accidents and fires.

Feb 15 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Several districts of Odesa left without water after large-scale Russian attack

Several districts in Odesa, Ukraine, experienced water supply outages following a significant Russian drone attack that damaged infrastructure.

Feb 15 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Waterproofing protects the house and avoids damages during the early year rains

The article discusses the importance of waterproofing in homes to prevent water damage, particularly with the onset of heavy rains at the beginning of the year in Brazil.

Feb 15 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Chaos at the Louvre: Water Invades the Rooms of Italian Masterpieces. Heavy Damage to the Frescoes

The Louvre Museum has been forced to close several galleries due to significant water damage caused by a burst pipe, which has particularly affected the historic ceiling painted by Charles Meynier.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russian drone attack on Odesa causes outages to power, heating and water

A Russian drone strike in Odesa resulted in significant power, heating, and water supply outages as officials assess the damage and begin restoration efforts.

Feb 12 โ€ข 22:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

At a school in Munich: Six-digit damage after intentional clogging of school toilet

A deliberate clogging of a toilet at a Munich middle school caused extensive water damage affecting multiple classrooms and leading to significant repair costs.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Broken water pipe underground spurts water to about 10 meters high in Kawaguchi, Saitama

A broken underground water pipe in Kawaguchi, Saitama, caused water to spurt approximately 10 meters high for about two and a half hours with no reported injuries or damage.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Feral camels searching for water descend on remote communities

Thousands of feral camels from the Northern Territory are invading the APY Lands in South Australia, causing significant damage to infrastructure as they seek water during a drought.

Feb 12 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Floodwaters spill inside 'number of homes' in NT's Daly River community

Ongoing flooding in the Daly River community of the Northern Territory has caused significant damage to homes, with water reported inside many residences.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Water Leak at the Palace

There was a water leak at the Royal Palace in Norway due to a loosened connection in a hot water pipe, but damage appears to be limited and no significant historical artifacts were affected.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

7 things you should never wash in the dishwasher and why

The article discusses seven items that should not be placed in the dishwasher due to potential damage from heat, water pressure, and detergents.

Feb 9 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Water supply in Kherson disrupted due to extensive damage to networks

Water supply in Kherson is facing disruptions due to significant damage inflicted on the water supply networks by Russian attacks.

Feb 9 โ€ข 15:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cedae begins to compensate residents for damage after water supply pipe rupture in Guandu

Cedae starts compensating residents affected by a large pipe rupture at the Guandu Water Treatment Station in Nova Iguaรงu.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Disruptions on the second metro line. Buckets positioned at the stations

Passengers are encountering unpleasant conditions at the newly opened Trocka and Kondratowicza metro stations in Warsaw due to leaks and water damage.

Feb 9 โ€ข 06:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Excessive rain may cause damage to fish farming

Excessive rainfall in Brazil is putting fish farming at risk, particularly due to its effects on water temperature and oxygen levels.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Floods in Salta: They had to break the walls of a cemetery for the water to drain

Severe flooding in Salta, Argentina forced the evacuation of 200 people and resulted in significant infrastructural damage, notably leading officials to break cemetery walls to facilitate drainage.

Feb 7 โ€ข 19:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Thorough monitoring of dams, reservoirs, and rivers in Andalusia, with the Guadalquivir at red level in several points

Severe rainfall has led to red-level alerts for the Guadalquivir and Guadiana rivers in Andalusia, prompting authorities to monitor water levels and damage closely.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Storms Paralyze the Iberian Peninsula: Fields Under Water, Thousands Evacuated

Severe storms in Spain and Portugal have resulted in devastating floods, causing significant damage to crops and prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 residents in southern Spain.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Boiler Implodes: Reinhold Beckmann: I Have No Home Anymore

Reinhold Beckmann suffered significant water damage due to a boiler implosion, forcing him to seek a new residence.

Feb 7 โ€ข 16:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

40 employees sent home after water damage at city hall

A water damage incident at Odense City Hall in Denmark has led to 40 employees working from home for the next two weeks.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Floods, inundations, and businesses invaded: rain causes disruptions in RN

Heavy rains have caused significant disruptions in several cities in Rio Grande do Norte, leading to flooding and water damage in homes and businesses.

Feb 6 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

At the mercy of bad weather Preveza, Arcadia, and Ilia with landslides and floods

Severe rainfall has hit parts of western and southern Greece, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, homes, and agricultural land, particularly in Preveza, Arcadia, and Ilia, where landslides, flooding, and temporary water supply interruptions have been reported.

Feb 6 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Tower: Restoration of water supply pipeline damage within five days

A severe weather incident has damaged the main water supply pipeline, affecting water availability in Pyrgos, Ancient Olympia, and nearby villages; restoration is expected within five days.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Two killed in Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia and significant damage from Ukrainian shelling in Belgorod

Two people died in a Russian drone attack in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, while Ukrainian shelling caused significant damage to Belgorod, Russia, disrupting electricity, heating, and water services.

Feb 6 โ€ข 05:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Belgorod left without power, water and heating after missile attack, governor reports severe damage โ€“ video

The city of Belgorod has experienced extensive disruptions to its electricity, water supply, and heating following a missile strike on energy infrastructure, according to the local governor.

Feb 5 โ€ข 22:35 UTC

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