Over 100 dead or missing in Brazil after heavy flooding
The 4th natural disaster in the last five months raises questions about climate change in the impoverished part of the country.
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Watch: Flood saves Ukrainian town from Russian invasion
In a last-ditch attempt to stop Russia’s advance on the Ukrainian capital, a dam was intentionally lifted, flooding the town.
Chance of rain and flooding as haze lifts
Forecasters predict high temperatures, with rainfall and chance of flooding.
Death toll in South African floods surpasses 340, as thousands remain stranded
Officials declared a disaster emergency after catastrophic flooding ravaged entire communities in the Durban area.
Brazil: 14 killed in flooding caused by heavy rains in Rio de Janeiro
At least 14 killed, including seven children, after days of heavy rains trigger flooding and landslides in state of Rio de Janeiro.
Forecast for Wednesday: Occasional rain, chance of flooding
Wednesday is expected to bring more rain and a continued cold front along with possible flooding in the Judean desert.
Snow! Coming to a hilltop near you on Wednesday night
A week of wintry, stormy weather culminating in snow in the north & central peaks, with flooding likely in Negev & coastal areas.
Brazilian woman recounts finding devastation from floods
Brazil's Bahia state has suffered from floods for the past weeks.
Flooding feared as winter storm Carmel hits Israel
Heavy winds, rain mark beginning of Carmel storm in Israel, with storm expected to peak later on Monday.
Watch: Dead Sea area floods following weekend rains
First wave of post-preciipitation flooding hits southern Israel, Dead Sea area.
Canada: 18,000 stranded following 'disastrous' flooding
1 dead, 3 missing and 18,000 stranded as emergency declared in western Canada.
Israel: Winter weather brings flood risks
Temperatures remain high as forecasters predict light rainfall, warn of flood risk.
The Mystery of the Flood
How should we understand the notion of HaShem "changing His mind"?
Deadly Iran cyclone claims at least 9 lives, thousands uprooted
Armed troops said to be assisting residents stuck during the heavy flooding.
New York family drowns in ‘Death Trap’ basement apartment during Ira flooding
In the wake of extreme flooding in NYC, tragic details are emerging of families stranded in their homes.
46 dead after Ida floods northeast USA
'Stay off the roads, we're not out of this yet,' NJ Gov. Murphy begs. Senior meteorologist: 'As far as the United States goes, it's gone.'
NYC mayor calls flooding 'horrible and tragic' and says city will be there for families
New York Governor Kathy Hochul also speaks at press conference, addressing how to improve street level infrastructure against future floods.
NYC Hatzalah crew runs 1.2 miles in waist-deep water to aid trapped woman in labor
A healthy baby was safely delivered by Hatzalah on a flooded NYC highway in the middle of Wednesday's historic rainfall.
At least 24 dead in New York, New Jersey floods
Authorities say many victims drowned in basement apartments which were flooded by remnants of Hurricane Ida.
Torah scrolls rescued from flooded Williamsburg, NY synagogue by Hatzalah
After being rescued from basement entrance, Torah scrolls were unrolled on tables to dry out and remove any chance of further damage.
At least 6 dead in New York City, New Jersey flooding
Four people have drowned in NYC basements; another two people died, one after being trapped in a submerged car near Passaic River.
Tropical Depression Henri floods Chabad headquarters
Hurricane Henri downgrades to tropical depression, flooding '770' Chabad Lubavitch headquarters and leaving at least 135,000 without power.
N. Korea: COVID, flooding & sanctions but 'No' to outside help
North Korea’s cited a 'triple whammy' COVID-19 resurgence, economic sanctions, and major flooding but continues turning its back on help.
Watch: Strong winds tear roof off Chinese building
Severe storms ripped off the entire roof off a building in China as heavy rains and flooding swept the country.
Watch: Worst flooding in half a century leaves thousands missing
Thousands remain missing and hundreds dead after 3-months worth of rain falls in just 24 hours time.
30 missing, at least six dead, in Germany floods
Six homes collapse due to flooding in Germany, police say.
Watch: 150 feared dead in India after glacier crashes into dam
As many as 150 feared dead in India after glacier breaks apart, sweeping away a hydroelectric dam and causing mass flooding.
Flooding at Tel Aviv IDF bases
Floods damage buildings and IT systems; fire fighters dealt with 139 floods last night and today, most in central and Sharon areas.
Watch: Due to rains, Nahal Yaelim flows over
Rainfall led to flooding in Nahal Yaelim that flows from Arad through Judean Desert, spills into Dead Sea 5 km north of the Dead Sea hotels.
Roads flooded in Israel's southern Arava region
Arava Regional Council closes schools due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
Three aircraft will be non-operational for two to three months
Five of eight aircraft damaged by flooding at Hatzor Base will be back in service in the next few days, a senior IAF official says.
Nature and Parks Authority warns: Avoid entering streams until water level drops
Nature and Parks Authority warns of collapse of riverbanks after forecasters predict cold, rain, and flooding.
Air Force Commander sets up team to investigate Hatzor flooding
Major General Norkin notes incident did not coincide with expectations, stressing importance to research, learn, and apply lessons.
IAF official: 'We made a mistake when we didn't evacuate these Air Force bases'
Senior IAF official says base which flooded should've been among those evacuated prior to storm.
Israeli Air Force fighter jets suffer damage in winter flooding
Israeli Air Force fighter jets damaged after hangars flooded during winter storms. Damage could cost millions to repair.
Israeli PM visits family of man who tried to save people from flood
Prime Minister and three senior government ministers pay condolence call to family of man who drowned while trying to save family from flood
Elevator drowning victims tried to call for help as water rose
Police reveal couple who drowned in Tel Aviv elevator attempted to call for help, but the call did not go through.
Man who drowned trying to rescue family laid to rest
Nahayiya mayor eulogizes Moti Ben Shabbat. 'He was a hero of our city and of the entire country.'
Rivlin: "There are Heroes in Israel" to Ben Shabbat family
State President Reuven Rivlin, sent a letter of condolence to Ben Shabbat family. The late Moti Ben Shabbat drowned after attempting to resc
Recent heavy rainfall leads to flooding in Judean Desert, makes way to Dead Sea
Recent heavy rainfall causes flooding descending from the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea.
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