insert_link Environment Eight dead after heavy rain and flooding in central Europe Devastating rains have claimed at least eight lives across central and eastern Europe, as a powerful storm causes widespread flooding and disruption. Pablo Gutierrez reports. Deutsche Welle reports that severe flood warnings have been issued at around 100 locations across the Czech Republic, impacting most regions. Austria, Poland, and Romania are also experiencing significant flooding. DW provides the latest updates. The German government has pledged support to countries […] todaySeptember 16, 2024 37
insert_link Environment California faces “life threatening” floods The US state of California is facing heavy rain and snowfall, with authorities issuing flood warnings authorities are describing as "life-threatening". Around 94% of the population - 37 million people - are now under flood alerts, while some communities have been told to evacuate. Nancy Ward is California's Director of Emergency Service. todayFebruary 5, 2024 27