Elizabeth opens watershed inventory for comment through Dec. 12
Residents can email questions and comments on Elizabeth’s Watershed Inventory Report through Dec. 12, 2026.
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Indianapolis disaster recovery assistance remains available after August flooding
Marion County residents may still apply for FEMA help after the Aug. 11 storms, with deadlines approaching for homeowners, renters and workers whose employment was affected.
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Federal officials release $26 million for Indiana roads and bridges
The FHWA released $26 million for Indiana road and bridge repairs after August flooding and severe weather damaged key transportation links.
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FEMA aid is now available to Indiana storm victims. What residents must do before deadlines
Indiana SNAP households affected by the Aug. 11 storms have until Aug. 31, 2026, to seek replacement benefits. FEMA, state relief grants and temporary housing assistance have separate rules and county limits.
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Severe storms disrupt New York-area flights as flooding hits roads
Thursday storms caused major delays and cancellations at New York-area airports and flooded roads. FAA records showed lighter general delays Friday morning.
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Utah fires are mostly contained, but recovery risks remain
Utah’s largest fires are mostly contained, but burn scars, damaged roads and threatened water systems continue to create safety and recovery risks.
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Tropical Storm Lala threatens Hawaii Island with hurricane-force winds and flooding
Tropical Storm Lala was forecast to strengthen before approaching Hawaii Island on Saturday, bringing risks of hurricane-force winds, heavy rain, flooding, mudslides and dangerous surf.
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Hurricane warning remains for Hawaiʻi Island as Tropical Storm Lala approaches
A hurricane warning remains in effect for Hawaiʻi Island from Friday evening through early Sunday, with the greatest threats varying by area: damaging winds, major flooding rain, storm surge and dangerous surf.
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Midwest Storm Recovery Continues as Flooding and Outages Persist
A deadly August 11-12 storm system left tornado damage, flood rescues and widespread outages across the Midwest as more rain risks remained August 14.
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Flooding Kills at Least 82 Across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan as Assam Impact Widens
At least 82 people died during a week of heavy rain and flooding across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Assam authorities reported 36 deaths and more than 650,000 people affected across 11 districts.
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WMO Confirms El Niño Is Developing, Urges Governments to Prepare for Extreme Weather
The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño conditions developed in the tropical Pacific during July-September 2026 and could influence weather patterns worldwide through at least November.
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NWS warns of severe storms, flooding, dangerous heat and fire weather across U.S.
The National Weather Service is warning of simultaneous weather threats, including heavy rain, flash flooding, extreme heat, wildfire risk and smoke across multiple U.S. regions.
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Carrizo Springs coordinates water distribution as flood threat continues
Carrizo Springs officials coordinated with Dimmit County during a citywide July water-service interruption while river flooding threatened the region.
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Texas keeps wildfire, drought and flooding disasters active across dozens of counties
Texas lists six active disaster declarations, including designations covering 50 counties for drought, 15 for Hill Country and Central Texas flooding, and 11 for wildfire.
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Utah keeps emergency powers active after wildfires trigger flooding and infrastructure damage
Gov. Spencer Cox declared an emergency for Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties after post-fire flooding damaged roads, homes, irrigation systems and drinking-water infrastructure.
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Telluride closes Imogene Pass and Tomboy Road after mudslides and flooding
Telluride closed Imogene Pass and Tomboy Road immediately to vehicles and pedestrians after mudslides and flooding affected the routes on July 17.
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Senate confirms Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA during active wildfire and flood season
The Senate confirmed Cameron Hamilton as FEMA administrator on Aug. 7, as the agency manages more than 1,000 open disaster declarations and the administration considers changes to federal disaster aid.
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Wheaton Crews Clear Storm Damage After EF-0 Tornado
Wheaton crews responded to flooding and fallen trees after July 27 storms. The National Weather Service later confirmed an EF-0 tornado in the city.
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West Virginia flood aid starts with $4.5 million for Lewis and Upshur counties
Eligible homeowners and renters in Lewis and Upshur counties gained access to expedited federal Individual Assistance after the July 21 flooding, while five other counties and broader infrastructure aid remained under review.
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Fort Lauderdale approves up to $333 million for next Fortify Lauderdale work
The July 2 bond authorization is intended to support selected Phase I construction and Phase II design, but Fort Lauderdale’s stormwater program remains a phased effort with projects at different stages.
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New Orleans City Council expands Sewerage and Water Board oversight as Act 938 takes effect
Act 938 took effect August 1, expanding New Orleans City Council authority over Sewerage and Water Board governance, budgets and accountability as officials examine the utility’s finances and staffing.
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Jacksonville asks residents to help set priorities for flood and coastal-hazard projects
Jacksonville’s anonymous resilience survey is open through August 24, 2026, giving residents a chance to influence flood and coastal-hazard planning before the city prioritizes future projects.