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Published on May 14, 2025

UPDATED: Rapidly rising waters cause havoc in Keyser, Westernport

KEYSER, W.Va. (WV News) - Homeowners, business owners and volunteers in Mineral and Allegany counties switched from survival mode to recovery and cleanup Wednesday in the areas hit the hardest by Tuesday’s fast-moving flood waters. Up to six inches of rain …

Source: The Morgantown News - West Virginia - Pending
Published on May 14, 2025

Flash Flooding Forces Evacuation of MD Elementary School

By LEA SKENE Associated Press BALTIMORE (AP) — Flooding in rural western Maryland forced the evacuation of an elementary school Tuesday afternoon as water began to breach the second floor, according to local officials. Homes and businesses in downtown …

Source: Fire Engineering - Neutral
Published on May 14, 2025

Body recovered after 12-year-old Virginia boy was swept away by floodwaters

Officials said they believe they have recovered the body of a 12-year-old Virginia boy who was swept away by rushing floodwaters in Albemarle County on Tuesday. County officials said the body was located just before 9 a.m. on Wednesday morning. "This …

Source: KGUN - Arizona - Pending
Published on May 14, 2025

As climate hazards worsen, Trump moves to weaken FEMA and shift disaster response onto states

The recent firing of the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is just the latest in a string of blows for the nation’s top disaster-response agency, which has been repeatedly undercut by the Trump administration’s efforts to rein in spending and …

Source: The Daily Pilot - Calfornia - Pending
Published on May 14, 2025

Flooding Forces Rescue of 150 Students from Maryland Elementary School

WESTERNPORT, Md. — Floodwaters forced the evacuation of approximately 150 students and 50 adults from Westernport Elementary School on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, as heavy rains inundated the region, local officials reported. Alley Wade was at work when she …

Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on May 14, 2025

Heavy Rain and Storms Forecasted for Tuesday in Maryland

BALTIMORE, Maryland — Meteorologist Ava Marie reports that heavy rain and possible thunderstorms are expected in Maryland on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. A notable storm system is moving into the region, bringing increased chances for heavy rainfall throughout …

Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on May 14, 2025

Flooding in Maryland prompts rescues and evacuation

Heavy rain in Maryland prompted the evacuation of at least one elementary school and dozens of water rescues Tuesday, as a slow-moving storm system threatened to bring the risk of flash floods to the mid-Atlantic, authorities said. The Georges Creek region …

Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald - Neutral
Published on May 14, 2025

These 5 games could define UCF football's 2025 season. Which is most important?

College football's dog days lie ahead, with spring practices in the books and recruiting shifting to the primary focus for the next two months. But the regular season will arrive soon enough, and it's a big one for the UCF Knights. Scott Frost is …

Source: Yahoo Sports - Center-left
Published on May 14, 2025

Flooding Crisis Across Mid-Atlantic: Child Missing, Schools Evacuated Amid Torrential Rain

By Blessing Nweke Heavy rains triggered widespread flooding across parts of Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia on Tuesday, prompting emergency evacuations and a massive search operation for a missing child. In Albemarle County, Virginia, authorities are …

Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing
Published on May 14, 2025

Cabell County Schools updates end-of-year schedule after receiving waiver from W.Va. DOE

CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Cabell County Schools have announced multiple calendar changes after the district was provided with a waiver from state education officials following severe winter weather. The waiver exempts Cabell County Schools from the …

Source: WCHS - West Virginia - Center-right
Published on May 14, 2025

Report: Appalachian gas production slows, reforms needed to fund well plugging

A new report from the Ohio River Valley Institute argued the oil and gas industry, not taxpayers, should cover the cost of plugging up hundreds of thousands of abandoned oil wells across Appalachia. Plugging wells in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia …

Source: Public News Service - Left-wing
Published on May 14, 2025

Roundup: Bus Technology Summit at STN EXPO Charlotte 2025

Every Day In K-12 Transportation is an Adventure! Tyler Technologies Tyler Technology’s interactive session provided attendees with a peek into a day at a school district using its Total Tyler integrated suite of offerings. Weston Bartlett, manager of the …

Source: School Transportation News - Neutral
Published on May 14, 2025

Elementary schools in Maryland evacuated after heavy rains cause flooding

Members of the Oakland Volunteer Fire Dept rescue students in Westernport, Md., on Tuesday. (Courtesy Alley Wade)Rescuers used boats to help evacuate two elementary schools in northwestern Maryland Tuesday as that state and others were flooded by heavy …

Source: AOL - Pending
Published on May 13, 2025

Floodwaters sweep away 12-year-old boy in Virginia and force boat rescues of over 200 people from Maryland school

Dangerous flash flooding forced search and rescue operations in multiple states Tuesday, including boat rescues at a Maryland elementary school and a search for a 12-year-old boy swept away by floodwaters in Virginia. The boy was caught in rushing water at …

Source: CNN - Neutral
Published on May 11, 2025

FEMA is ending door-to-door canvassing in disaster areas

This story was originally published by WIRED and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is making significant changes to how it will respond to disasters on the ground this season, including …

Source: Grist Magazine - Left-wing
A New Pok mon Attraction Is Coming To North America in 2026

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:06 GMT

State Agencies Gather for 2024 Wildfire Review and 2025 Pre-Season Fire Briefing

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) hosted back-to-back wildfire coordination events at the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) on Tuesday, May 13, bringing together state agencies and Emergency Support Function (ESF) partners for a …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

"Just Three Questions!" with Delegate David Green discussing flood recovery efforts with Secretary of State Kris Warner

Charleston, W.Va. – During a recent episode of “Just Three Questions!”, a video series focusing on West Virginia business leaders and entrepreneurs, Delegate David Green, joined Secretary of State Kris Warner to discuss the catastrophic flooding that hit …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Chippewa County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Chippewa County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Cass County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cass County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 17, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program Pays Tennesseans More Than $15 Million

FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program has paid $15.1 million to Tennessee policyholders to repair flood damage from Tropical Storm Helene. More than 83% of these claims came from areas at high risk for flooding. National Flood Insurance Program …

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Published on May 17, 2025 - 23:30 GMT

Leander Texas Roofing Inspector and Leander Savanna Ranch Resident Recaps May 2025 Hail Storm Damage

Leander, Texas, Roofing Inspector and Leander Savanna Ranch Resident Recaps May 2025 Leander Tx Hail Storm Damage. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central Texas Devastated by Massive Hailstorm; Local Roofing Expert …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 16, 2025 - 20:58 GMT

Dayspring Restoration Launches New Website

Montana’s premier disaster restoration company delivers a better user experience and more comprehensive information to customers with their new website. BOZEMAN, MT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dayspring Restoration is …

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Published on May 17, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Brownlow Utility District to Receive $1 Million to Repair Crackers Neck Road Waterline

FEMA has approved more than $1 million to repair the waterline that runs along Crackers Neck Road and serves the community near Vaught Creek, which was damaged after Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. FEMA’s Public …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Lincoln County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Lincoln County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Muhlenberg County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Muhlenberg County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Warren County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Warren County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

More Than Half of Energy Leaders Say Their Weather Forecasts Are Not Accurate Enough

Meteomatics’ New Report Reveals Energy Leaders’ Concerns as They Navigate Weather’s Increasing Impact on Operations MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meteomatics, the weather intelligence and technology company …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Greer Fire

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of Arizona in combating the Greer Fire burning in Apache County. On May 14, the state of Arizona submitted a …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Kentucky Homeowners With Privately-Owned Road and Bridge Damage May Be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you had a privately-owned road or bridge damaged or destroyed by the April severe storms, FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide financial assistance for replacement or repairs. FEMA Assistance FEMA may provide …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Chippewa County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Chippewa County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Cass County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cass County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Kentuckians in 24 More Counties Now Eligible To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Severe Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. –Twenty-four additional counties in the Commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for Kentucky’s severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding that began …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:48 GMT

Gilayo Offers Scalable, Rapid Housing Solutions for Homeless Encampments in California and Beyond

Innovative Modular Steel Structures Provide Immediate Relief and Long-Term Solutions for the Homeless Crisis AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California takes bold steps to address its homeless crisis, with …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:36 GMT

Hurricane Preparedness in Louisiana: Key Measures Homeowners Can Take Before the Storm

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As hurricane season approaches, property owners across Louisiana are urged to begin preparations early to reduce potential damage and improve recovery outcomes. The Gulf Coast region …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 17:43 GMT

NxGenComm Demonstrates Advanced 5G Network Relay Capabilities at Project Convergence Capstone 2025

Advanced 5G Relay Demonstrated MORRISVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NxGenComm (NXG) today announced the successful demonstration of its enhanced M5NS Joint Communications Platform at Project Convergence Capstone …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Arkansas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Arkansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 14–15, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …

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