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Southeast Wisconsin Deluged by Potentially 1000-Year Rain Event, Record Flooding Reported

Southeast Wisconsin Deluged by Potentially 1000-Year Rain Event, Record Flooding Reported

Southeast Wisconsin Deluged by Potentially 1000-Year Rain Event, Record Flooding Reported Southeast Wisconsin has been hit by an extraordinary rainfall event over the past two days, August 10-11, 2025, leading to widespread and severe flooding across the region. Areas in Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Ozaukee counties experienced precipitation totals that could qualify as a ‘1000-year rain,’ with some locations receiving over a foot of rain in less than 24 hours. The heaviest reliable measurement recorded was a staggering 12.62 inches in…

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Eastern US Endures Extreme Heatwave: Millions Face Dangerous Conditions Through Wednesday

Eastern US Endures Extreme Heatwave: Millions Face Dangerous Conditions Through Wednesday

Eastern US Endures Extreme Heatwave: Millions Face Dangerous Conditions Through Wednesday Millions across the eastern half of the United States are enduring a dangerous and prolonged heatwave, with heat indices soaring to potentially life-threatening levels. As of Tuesday, July 29, over 185 million people from South Dakota to Florida and up the East Coast to Boston remain under alerts for widespread, sweltering conditions. Parts of the Southeast, particularly from the Carolinas to Florida, are experiencing the brunt of this extreme…

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Extreme Heat Grips US: Millions Face Dangerous Temperatures This Week

Extreme Heat Grips US: Millions Face Dangerous Temperatures This Week

Extreme Heat Grips US: Millions Face Dangerous Temperatures This Week As of Sunday, July 27, a dangerous and widespread heatwave continues to build across the Midwest and Southeast, threatening millions of Americans with extreme temperatures well into next week. Feels-like temperatures are soaring into the 90s and 100s, with some areas expected to hit 113 to 115 degrees, particularly in parts of South Carolina and North Carolina like Myrtle Beach, Wilmington, and Raleigh. St. Louis, Missouri, remains under an extreme…

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US Grapples with Unprecedented Summer Flooding as Scientists Link Deluges to Climate Change

US Grapples with Unprecedented Summer Flooding as Scientists Link Deluges to Climate Change

US Grapples with Unprecedented Summer Flooding as Scientists Link Deluges to Climate Change The summer of 2025 has been tragically defined by an alarming surge in catastrophic flash floods across the United States, transforming what was once a season of leisure into one marked by widespread anxiety and disruption. Recent weeks have seen a relentless succession of extreme rainfall events, from the devastating Texas flood on July 4 that claimed over 130 lives, to deadly flash floods in Ruidoso, New…

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Flash Flood Preparedness: Essential Safety Tips as Extreme Weather Increases

Flash Flood Preparedness: Essential Safety Tips as Extreme Weather Increases

Flash Flood Preparedness: Essential Safety Tips as Extreme Weather Increases With extreme weather events becoming more frequent and intense, understanding how to stay safe during a flash flood is crucial. While recent catastrophic flooding in Texas, which tragically claimed over 100 lives, and other devastating events across the country highlight the immediate dangers, proactive preparation can significantly mitigate risks. Flash floods can escalate rapidly, often within hours of heavy rainfall, or due to dam failures or melting ice. Their currents…

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Texas Flood Catastrophe: Death Toll Climbs to 119, Search Efforts Intensify

Texas Flood Catastrophe: Death Toll Climbs to 119, Search Efforts Intensify

Texas Flood Catastrophe: Death Toll Climbs to 119, Search Efforts Intensify The devastating floods sweeping across Texas have claimed at least 119 lives, with authorities confirming the grim new death toll. Rescue teams are relentlessly continuing their search efforts for additional missing individuals as the scale of the disaster becomes clearer. The widespread flooding has caused unprecedented destruction, displacing thousands and overwhelming emergency services. The rising fatalities underscore the severe impact of this extreme weather event on communities throughout the…

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Europe Scorched: Record Heatwave Grips Southern Nations, Sparks Wildfires

Europe Scorched: Record Heatwave Grips Southern Nations, Sparks Wildfires

Europe Scorched: Record Heatwave Grips Southern Nations, Sparks Wildfires Southern Europe is currently grappling with an unprecedented heatwave, pushing temperatures to record highs and triggering widespread health warnings and emergency evacuations. As of July 1, 2025, the region is bracing for the peak impact, with experts warning of a significant rise in heat-related deaths. Spain has reported extreme conditions, including a new national record for June of 46 degrees Celsius in Huelva. Nearly two-thirds of Spanish towns are under health…

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Europe Grapples with Unprecedented Heatwave as Records Shatter Across Continent

Europe Grapples with Unprecedented Heatwave as Records Shatter Across Continent

Europe Grapples with Unprecedented Heatwave as Records Shatter Across Continent An extreme and unprecedented heatwave continues to grip Southern Europe, with temperatures soaring to historic highs and triggering widespread alerts. Spain has recorded punishing highs of 46C (114.8F), while nearly all of mainland France remains under high heat warnings, prompting urgent action from authorities. This severe heat, exacerbated by global warming, has scorched Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, and Greece for several days, marking the region’s first major heatwave of the…

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