7 h. ago US prepares for deadly floods with many National Weather Service offices understaffed

Dangerous weather comes after Trump administration job cuts left nearly half of offices with 20% vacancy ratesDonald Trump on Friday approved an emergency declaration for Kentucky as the central US braces for what experts in the region have warned could be a “generational” flooding event, as severe spring storms that have killed at least seven continue to wreak havoc.Millions are affected across a swath of the US stretching from Texas to Ohio, and the powerful storm system that has raged for two days is expected to stall over the country’s midsection, the National Weather Service (NWS) said, fueling further deluges and possible tornadoes in areas already drenched from thunderstorms bringing heavy rains. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Deadly spring storm forces water rescues and fuels tornados leaving a deadly path of destruction in its wake

The ‘generational flooding event’ has forced water rescues in Tennessee and Kentucky

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11 h. ago Trump issues emergency declaration for Kentucky as storms threaten heavy flooding

A deadly US storm system may intensify on Friday after killing seven throughout the central statesDonald Trump on Friday approved an emergency declaration for Kentucky as the central US braces for what experts in the region have warned could be a “generational” flooding event, as severe spring storms that have killed at least seven continue to wreak havoc.Millions are affected across a swath of the US stretching from Texas to Ohio, and the powerful storm system that has raged for two days is expected to stall over the country’s midsection, the National Weather Service (NWS) said, fueling further deluges and possible tornadoes in areas already drenched from thunderstorms bringing heavy rains. Continue reading...

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57 h. ago Tourists are warned of hurricane force winds in Canary Islands as huge Atlantic storm approaches

The Canary Islands has declared a red weather alert for the holiday hotspots of Tenerife and La Palma as a massive storm approaches the region. 

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59 h. ago Canary Islands amber weather warning as Storm Nuria brings 'hurricane force' 110kph winds

The Canary Islands are on alert for the arrival of Storm Nuria, with amber weather warnings in place for winds of up to 110kph with the storm due to hit the archipelago tomorrow

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4 d. ago Why is Lori Vallow facing fresh murder conspiracy charges in Arizona?

Lori Vallow’s children weren’t the only victims as her descent into cult beliefs led to a trail of death and destruction in her wake. She’s now jailed in Arizona on charges for conspiring to kill two other relatives, Andrea Cavallier reports

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7 d. ago Severe storms flood streets and prompt water rescues in South Texas

South Texas is trying to dry out after severe thunderstorms flooded streets, forced the closure of an airport and had authorities conducting more than 50 water rescues as many drivers were forced to abandon their vehicles on roadways and parking lots

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2 w. ago Rescuers describe grim search through 'zero visibility' water in cave labyrinth before they stumbled on diver's body

Mehdi Zinetti, (left) a diving instructor on his first-ever active body recovery mission, was forced to search through 'zero visibility' waters after a group of divers vanished in the Twin Caves.

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2 w. ago One person dead and 15 rescued crossing Channel in overloaded boat carrying close to 100 people

French authorities rescue people from the water after small boat overloaded with close to 100 migrants

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2 w. ago 4 common flowers that could be deadly to your pets as spring rolls in

As the weather is getting warmer, pet owners should be aware of the common spring flowers that are toxic to dogs and cats - with daffodils, tulips, and lilies among the plants to avoid

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2 w. ago Sudiksha Konanki's parents ask cops to declare Pitt student dead after she disappeared on spring break

Her disappearance sparked an intense multi-agency search, despite authorities warning early on that she'd likely tragically drowned in the rough search.

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2 w. ago Thames Water has secured a £3bn rescue deal. Here’s what it means for customers

A loan deal designed to prevent the utility company from going bust looks set to go ahead

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2 w. ago What does Thames Water’s latest court decision mean for customers?

After a court decision moved Thames Water closer to a £3 billion rescue loan, the PA news agency explains why it needs money and what happens next.

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3 w. ago Spring Break 'is dead' with beaches deserted and tourists warning 'don't come'

Miami Beach has long been a popular spring break destination, but recent years have seen police crackdowns and control measures implemented to curb the partying there

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