Ottawa looks to launch national flood insurance program within 12 months
After years of work, the federal government says it plans on implementing a national flood insurance program within the next 12 months as part of the 2024 budget.
Canada
Apr 17
Dubai airport says flood recovery ‘will take some time’ after record rain
The desert nation of the United Arab Emirates attempted to dry out Wednesday from the heaviest rain ever recorded there after a deluge flooded out Dubai International Airport
World
Apr 17
Dubai airport diverts flights as heavy rains flood runway, roads
Heavy rains lashed the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, flooding out portions of major highways and leaving vehicles abandoned on roadways across Dubai.
World
Apr 16
Extreme flooding in Russia, Kazakhstan force more than 100K to evacuate
Floods engulfed cities and towns across Russia and Kazakhstan on Wednesday after Europe's third-longest river burst its banks, forcing about 110,000 people to evacuate.
World
Apr 10
What’s behind Kenya’s intense flooding as death toll climbs
At least 169 people have died due to the heavy rains in Kenya, with at least 91 missing, according to the latest government figures.
Weather
Apr 30
Heavy rainfall triggers flood conditions on several Quebec rivers
The rural town of Chertsey, Que., said torrential rainfall had washed out part of a local roadway, submerging two vehicles and cutting off some residents from the rest of the town.
Canada
Apr 13
City of Brandon monitors Assiniboine water levels after flood warning issued
The City of Brandon is monitoring water levels on the Assiniboine River after the Manitoba government issued a flood warning late last week.
Environment
Apr 15
Kenya floods: 40 dead in dam collapse after heavy rain
Heavy rains have been pounding the country since mid-March and the Meteorology Department has warned of more rainfall. The flooding already killed nearly 100 people.
World
Apr 29
Multi-sensory space for neurodiverse children in Montreal reopens after flooding
Caden's Lighthouse, a multi-sensory environment geared for neurodiverse children, has reopened 10 months after a flood forced it to close and rebuild.
Canada
Apr 20
High water levels possible around Kingston with heavy rains: Cataraqui Conservation
Cataraqui Conservation says between 30 and 45 mm of rain is possible in the coming days.
Weather
Apr 9
Peguis First Nation files $1 billion claim against all levels of government over devastating 2022 flood
Peguis First Nation has filed a $1 Billion claim for flood damages against all levels of government following the devastating spring 2022 flood.
Canada
Apr 24
Residents along Otonabee River south of Peterborough brace for possible flooding
Otonabee Conservation and Lower Trent Conservation have issued flood watches for the Trent-Severn Waterway and its surrounding waterbodies and the Trent River.
Environment
Apr 17
Province issues flood warning for Assiniboine River in Western Manitoba
A quiet start to the flood season in Manitoba could soon be ramped up after the province issued a flood warning for the Assiniboine River between Shellmouth Dam and Brandon.
Trending
Apr 12
Innisfil residents warned to prepare for potential flooding from increased lake levels
The town of Innisfil is warning residents about the potential of flooding with increased rainfall in the forecast.
Weather
Apr 17
Did cloud seeding cause Dubai flooding? What to know about the science
The United Arab Emirates saw its heaviest rainfall recorded and parts of Dubai remain flooded. The UAE uses cloud seeding to create more rain. Could it have caused the flood?
Weather
Apr 18
Otonabee Conservation issues flood watch for Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough area
Otonabee Conservation warns flooding is possible for the Kawartha Lakes from the Tri-Lakes (Buckhorn, Pigeon and Chemong) eastward to the Otonabee and Trent Rivers and Rice Lake.
Weather
Apr 15
Quebec firefighters who died in 2023 flood lacked training, equipment: safety board
The victims were identified last year as 23-year-old Christopher Lavoie and 55-year-old Regis Lavoie, who were not related.
Canada
Mar 28
Don’t let flooding, wildfire guard down, RDOS says
“There are also early concerns about drought extending into the spring and summer, potentially leading to an early wildfire season,” said the RDOS.
Canada
Mar 27
Tornadoes kill at least 2 including 1 child in Oklahoma
Dozens of reported tornadoes have wreaked havoc in the United States since Friday, with flood watches and warnings in effect Sunday.
U.S. News
Apr 28
Low-to-moderate risk of spring flooding, Manitoba hydrologic forecasters say
According to the Manitoba Hydrologic Forecast Centre, the latest outlook shows a low-to-moderate risk of significant flooding this spring.
Environment
Mar 26
