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Southeast Wisconsin Recovers One Year After Devastating August 2024 Floods

Southeast Wisconsin Recovers One Year After Devastating August 2024 Floods

Southeast Wisconsin Recovers One Year After Devastating August 2024 Floods One year ago, communities across Southeast Wisconsin were grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic flash flooding that struck on August 9-10, 2024. The historic deluge led to widespread devastation, prompting multiple counties to declare states of emergency and Governor Evers to deploy the National Guard. Rivers swelled to flood stage, and numerous roadways remained impassable for days. The cities of Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, and Waukesha were among the hardest hit. Homes…

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Texas Flood Crisis: Missing Persons Count Drops Dramatically to Three in Kerr County

Texas Flood Crisis: Missing Persons Count Drops Dramatically to Three in Kerr County

Texas Flood Crisis: Missing Persons Count Drops Dramatically to Three in Kerr County Kerr County, Texas – The number of individuals reported missing following the devastating July 4 floods in Texas has dramatically decreased from nearly 100 to just three in hard-hit Kerr County. Officials announced Saturday that extensive follow-up work by state and local agencies confirmed many initially listed as missing were alive and safe, bringing a significant update to the ongoing crisis. The catastrophic floods, which struck earlier…

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Texas Flood Aftermath: Search Continues, Lawmakers Convene to Address Disaster Response

Texas Flood Aftermath: Search Continues, Lawmakers Convene to Address Disaster Response

Texas Flood Aftermath: Search Continues, Lawmakers Convene to Address Disaster Response AUSTIN, Texas – The grim search for victims of the deadly Texas Hill Country floods is now in its third week, as officials continue efforts to pinpoint the exact number of individuals still missing from the devastating Fourth of July weekend disaster. With at least 135 confirmed fatalities, primarily along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, the focus has shifted to both ongoing recovery and a critical legislative response….

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Central Texas Flood Disaster: Recovery Efforts Intensify Amidst Mounting Questions for Local Officials

Central Texas Flood Disaster: Recovery Efforts Intensify Amidst Mounting Questions for Local Officials

Central Texas Flood Disaster: Recovery Efforts Intensify Amidst Mounting Questions for Local Officials Rescue and recovery operations are entering their fifth day in central Texas following devastating floods on July 4 that sent the Guadalupe River surging through campgrounds and low-lying areas. The confirmed death toll has tragically surpassed 100, with 87 fatalities reported in Kerr County alone, as responders continue the arduous search for victims amidst challenging conditions. Emergency teams from local, state, and federal agencies are meticulously combing…

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Durham Recovers After Tropical Depression Chantal Causes Record Flooding, 80 Rescued

Durham Recovers After Tropical Depression Chantal Causes Record Flooding, 80 Rescued

Durham Recovers After Tropical Depression Chantal Causes Record Flooding, 80 Rescued Durham County is now in recovery mode following unprecedented flooding caused by Tropical Depression Chantal. The storm, which hit Sunday night into Monday, led to severe inundation in northern Durham, particularly along the Eno River. Emergency services conducted extensive water rescues, with 80 individuals saved by boat and dozens more evacuating on foot. Areas including Rippling Stream Road, High Meadow Road, Omega Road, Felicia Street, and Greymont Drive were…

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