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Flood gardens to combat drought and biodiversity loss, says Natural England

Experts say ditching concrete and creating mini wetlands could help water systems cope better with effects of extreme weather

The Guardian - UK

World Bank Pledges $2 Billion for Flood-ravaged Pakistan

The World Bank said it will provide about $2 billion in aid to Pakistan, ravaged by floods that have killed more than 1,600 people this year, the largest pledge of assistance so far. Unprecedented monsoon rains and flooding this year — which many experts attribute to climate change — have…

Asharq Al-Awsat

World Bank pledges $2 billion for flood-ravaged Pakistan

The World Bank says it will provide about $2 billion in aid to Pakistan, ravaged by floods that have killed more than 1,600 people this year, the largest pledge of assistance so far

The Independent UK

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Floodwaters slow to recede in NSW as weather bureau warns of more rain on the way

More rain is forecast for NSW this week, as flood warnings continue and residents in some towns remain cut off by floodwaters.

ABC News

Glasgow dad dies after falling from mountain leaving family and friends heartbroken

Tributes have flooded in for dad-of-one Lachlan Macdonald, who passed after after falling from the Forcan Ridge on The Saddle after it is understood he lost his footing.

Glasgow Live

NSW flood emergency forecast to continue as towns cut off by road

Warren and Wee Waa, in state’s north, expected to be inaccessible by road for days to come

The Guardian - AU

Farmers fear Inland Rail embankment will make life worse as they endure six floods in six months

The company building the 1,700km Inland Rail track says the project will help move freight during big rain events, but some farmers say weather-proofing the line could devastate livelihoods.

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With another La Niña under way, experts warn Australia’s east coast remains at high risk

If the latest event brings flooding, it will be the fourth NSW summer in a row marked by natural disaster; in Queensland, the fifth

The Guardian - AU

Two towns cut off, NSW on flood alert

Two towns in NSW are expected to be isolated for days, with part of the state on alert for more heavy rain.

AAP

Fiona's floods devastated their homes. These residents are ready to start over

Days after the storm, residents in coastal Salinas, Puerto Rico, aren't waiting for help from the authorities. They're using bulldozers and backhoes to clear debris and rubble left in Fiona's wake.

WEKU

Data | Bengaluru flood woes are a recent phenomenon

Karnataka’s share in India’s flood-related deaths surged to 7-8% in the last two decades

The Hindu

PM speaks out against discrimination; Penny Wong calls on China to rein in Putin – as it happened

Dozens of flood warnings across NSW after state lashed by heavy rainfall overnight. This blog is now closed

The Guardian - AU

Boy, 5, from Sydney dies after car swept away in floodwaters in NSW Central West

The body of a five-year-old boy has been found after the car he was travelling in was swept away near Tullamore, 90 kilometres north-west of Parkes, in the state's Central West.

ABC News

Wirral Greens support new wetlands centre but councillor brands it 'fantasy scheme'

But Hoylake councillor Andrew Gardner, said it’s a “fantasy scheme” and accused the Green Party of not knowing “what they are talking about"

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Young boy swept away in floods found dead

NSW Police divers have found the body of a five-year-old boy in a car that was swept away by floodwaters in the state's central west.

The Independent UK

The AP Interview: Pakistani leader details flood devastation

Flooding likely worsened by climate change has submerged one-third of Pakistan’s territory and left 33 million of its people scrambling to survive

The Hindu

Experts finalise proposal to alleviate flooding at Kammattipadam

Rapid urbanisation has badly affected drainage system at the area as natural drains have been destroyed, says report

Wales Online

Farmer fined thousands for building flood defence near Roman amphitheatre without permission

Michael Haines, 64, used 2,000 tonnes of material containing plastic and metal to build a flood defence near the River Usk on land next to the Roman Amphitheatre in Caerleon

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Daily Record

Fundraising dinner in Perth raises over £6000 to aid Pakistan after devastating floods

Pakistan officials estimate that the disaster has killed more than 1500 people since it first began in June, leading to the loss of over $40 billion

Daily Record

Invergowrie residents asked for views after 'no action' verdict in flood survey findings

Perth and Kinross Council’s Natural Flood Management (NFM) study aims to improve understanding of flood risks to homes and businesses in and around the village

ABC News

Norco stands down 170 workers at flood-damaged ice cream factory in South Lismore

With 170 out of work today, unions are urging the Norco dairy co-operative to "put some skin in the game" and use its own money to ensure the future of the factory.

The Independent UK

Pakistan deploys more doctors to fight diseases after floods

Pakistan is deploying thousands of additional doctors and paramedics in the country’s worst flood-hit province to contain the spread of disease

AAP

NSW towns soldier on as roads, bridges cut

Business owners are bracing for a third consecutive La Nina season as roads and bridges disappear under flood waters across regional NSW.

The Hindu

93% growth in electric vehicle charging infrastructure in 2022, compared to a year ago, says NITI Aayog member

Randheer Singh, Director, Electric Mobility & Senior Team Member for Advanced Chemistry Cells Programme, NITI Aayog, said, “It is important to create a sustainable and safe model. We can not afford to flood the market with untested chargers, vehicles of inferior quality, and battery packs that are not properly tested.”

Newcastle Herald

'Holy moly': Hunter cop tells of daring flood rescue near Dungog

Senior Constable Richard Hansen saved three people in an act his boss described on Friday as "incredibly brave".

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