Historic Flooding Closes Wisconsin State Fair
Over the weekend, parts of Wisconsin experienced severe flash floods. Photos and videos circulated online showing submerged cars, and remarkably, one person was seen swimming through the water. Around 5.74 inches of rain fell in Milwaukee, and by early Sunday, that number climbed to 6.69 inches, as reported by Fox Weather. Fox6 News Milwaukee meteorologist […]
Wisconsin State Fair shuts down due to flash flooding and rescue efforts taking place
Severe Flash Flooding Hits Wisconsin Over the weekend, particularly in Milwaukee, Wisconsin faced severe flash flooding that triggered reports of inundated roads and homes, leading authorities to close the Wisconsin State Fair. A series of heavy rainstorms resulted in an incredible 5.74 inches of rainfall recorded on Saturday evening alone. By Sunday morning, that figure […]
Southeast prepares for heavy rainfall and flooding as storms continue into the weekend
A stagnant frontal boundary affecting the southeastern United States, along with developing low-pressure systems, is expected to bring heavy rain over the next few days, particularly north of Interstate 10 across Georgia and the Carolinas. The Fox Forecast Center predicts ongoing rain and thunderstorms through the weekend, with some areas possibly seeing over ten inches […]
Severe rain brings back the risk of flash flooding to the Southeast
Flooding Concerns Continue in the Southeast The southeast is bracing for more days of heavy rain, raising worries about flash floods and potentially interrupting another cherished summer weekend at local beaches. A strong cold front, which has caused severe flooding in the mid-Atlantic and northeastern regions, is expected to move southeast this weekend and linger […]
Governor Hochul announces State of Emergency due to heavy rainfall and increased risk of dangerous flooding.
Severe Weather Hits New York and Surrounding Areas New York’s Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency due to a significant risk of heavy rainfall and flash floods impacting New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and various surrounding counties. Hochul emphasized the need for New Yorkers to stay alert, mentioning: “I […]
Flooding in NYC captures semi-truck, inundates several vehicles on Queens highway as Governor Hochul announces state of emergency
The highway in Queens remained submerged on Thursday afternoon, trapping a semi-truck and three cars. This prompted Governor Hochul to declare a state of emergency for the Big Apple as heavy rain soaked the area. Emergency services from the FDNY and NYPD rushed to the ClearView Expressway near North Boulevard around 2:45 p.m. after reports […]
New Yorkers prepare for heavy flooding as the city may receive 5 inches of rain in just a few hours ahead of the evening commute
New Yorkers are being advised to brace for severe thunderstorms and possible flash floods on Thursday afternoon. There could be up to five inches of rain over a matter of hours. The city’s emergency management agency is recommending that residents avoid traveling for the next 24 hours, as the National Weather Service has issued flood […]
Texas flooding is unpredictable and unmanageable, according to the head of emergency management.
Flood Disaster in Texas Exceeds Capacity, Congress Told The recent flood disaster during the Independence Day weekend overwhelmed Texas’s emergency management capabilities, according to the state’s emergency management officer who spoke before Congress on Wednesday. Nim Kidd from Texas Emergency Management (TDEM) addressed the state committee focused on disaster preparedness, responding to months of scrutiny […]
Count of missing individuals in Kerr County, where Texas experienced flooding, reduced to 3
After several weeks of search and rescue operations following a deadly flash flood, officials in Kerr County, Texas, reported on Saturday that only three individuals remain unaccounted for. The flood, which hit over the July 4th weekend, caused the Guadalupe River to rise dramatically, leading to around 160 people being reported missing, including 116 from […]
Timeline of Camp Mystic flooding unclear as evacuation choices are examined
Questions Arise Following Tragic Flood at Camp Mystic As authorities investigate the devastating flood at Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas, new inquiries are emerging regarding the camp owner’s storm monitoring process and whether he received any emergency alerts. Richard “Dick” Eastland reportedly began taking steps after over two inches of rain fell along the Guadalupe […]