Disasters

Natural and climate‑driven hazards requiring emergency response and recovery.

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Hurricanes & Tropical Tropical storms, hurricanes, storm surge, and coastal evacuations. Tornadoes Severe thunderstorms, supercells, and tornado damage paths/EF ratings. Floods Flash flooding, river crests, levee breaches, and high‑water rescues. Wildfires Forest fires, red‑flag warnings, smoke/air‑quality, and evacuations. Earthquakes Seismic events, aftershocks, tsunamigenic quakes, and building damage. Winter Storms & Ice Snow emergencies, blizzards, ice storms, and whiteout travel hazards. Heat & Drought Heat waves, excessive heat warnings, drought emergencies, and wildfire risk. Volcano & Ash Eruptions, lahars, ash fall, and lava‑flow evacuation planning. Landslides & Mudslides Slope failures after heavy rain, snowmelt, or earthquakes. Tsunami Tsunami watches, warnings, run‑up modeling, and coastal impacts.

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freedom959.net > 09/16/2026 > federal-disaster-relief-requested-for-central-illinois-following-august-storms

Federal disaster relief requested for Central Illinois following August storms

1+ hour, 4+ min ago   (194+ words) CHICAGO, Ill. – Federal help could soon be on the way for Central Illinois residents recovering from last month’s severe weather and derecho. Governor JB Pritzker has requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration from FEMA for eight Illinois counties, including Tazewell, Fulton,…...


thedispatch.com > newsletter > morning > is-fema-ready-for-a-big-disaster

Is FEMA Ready for a Big Disaster?

2+ hour, 50+ min ago   (232+ words) You’re reading The Morning Dispatch, our flagship daily newsletter breaking down all the news you need to know today. Happy Wednesday! The Minneapolis City Council is considering an ordinance that would allow driverless cars like Waymos in the city, so…...


english.ratopati.com > story > 79487 > bailey-bridges-are-being-brought-from-china-india-and-the-us-to-open-the-road-to-rasuwagadhi

Rasuwagadhi Road Reopens After Flood Damage; Bailey Bridges Being Installed

3+ hour, 15+ min ago   (507+ words) Kathmandu. The Galchi–Devighat–Trishuli road section, damaged by the flood in the Trishuli river, has been reopened after temporary repairs, and work on installing bailey bridges at various locations is being expedited to restore traffic to Rasuwagadhi. Since the…...


english.deshsanchar.com > government-forms-committee-to-investigate-bhotekoshi-river-flood-causes

Government forms committee to investigate Bhotekoshi River flood causes

3+ hour, 59+ min ago   (655+ words) The ministry stated that the committee will conduct a field study from the flood’s origin to the entire coastal area. The study aims to scientifically examine the origins of the destructive flood, the associated Himalayan geo-risks, the sequence of events,…...


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It's a drill! Portage EMA, county staff learn at tornado, hazmat event

3+ hour, 38+ min ago   (73+ words) Record-Courier RAVENNA TWP. − It was only a drill. The Portage County Emergency Management Agency gathered Sept. 9 to work on logistics for a number of frightening events that could someday impact our neighbors. Dozens of representatives from the county's agencies and…...


english.nepalnews.com > s > explainers > krishna-bhir-choke-point-set-to-reopen-on-september-17-everything-you-need-to-know

Krishna Bhir choke point set to reopen on September 17: Everything you need to know

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yahoo.com > news > articles > san-antonio-homeowners-hit-hard-231400386.html

San Antonio homeowners hit hard by storm could get city grants

14+ hour, 19+ min ago   (441+ words) In the wake of a storm that toppled trees and power lines, city officials may provide grants to help struggling homeowners repair their properties. At least 546 homes and commercial buildings were damaged during the Aug. 28 storm, including 51 properties that were…...


english.onlinekhabar.com > all-party-mechanism-to-be-formed-for-post-disaster-response.html

All-Party mechanism to be formed for post-disaster response

4+ hour, 8+ min ago   (353+ words) Home » Politics » All-Party mechanism to be formed for post-disaster response An all-party mechanism will be formed to address issues arising from the disaster caused by the Bhotekoshi River floods in Rasuwa. An all-party meeting held on Wednesday discussed forming the…...


english.deshsanchar.com > rasuwa-flood-from-tragedy-to-action

Rasuwa Flood: From Tragedy to Action

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eaglecountryonline.com > news > local-news > mobile-recovery-vehicle-coming-to-dearborn-co-to-assist-storm-and-flood-victims

Mobile Recovery Vehicle Coming to Dearborn Co. to Assist Storm & Flood Victims

3+ hour, 29+ min ago   (254+ words) Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:59 AM By Dearborn County EMA, news release X @eagle993 Help is coming to Dearborn County for residents and businesses recovering from severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding of the Whitewater River in August. The U.S. Small Business Administration…...