Manitoba to receive nearly $800,000 to protect against flooding
By Diana Foxall Reporter
Manitoba is set to receive nearly $800,000 in federal funding to protect against floods as part of the National Disaster Mitigation Program. Continue reading
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A childhood chore delights the president and Global News readers
Out of all of the top stories circulating on the interwebs, these are the ones that got people the most engaged. Continue reading
Peter Watts: Why Put Yourself in Danger?
Some thoughts on evacuation orders that are issued in times of emergencies, and why some folks choose not to obey them. Continue reading
Blog: Texas has a long road to recovery after Hurricane Harvey
By Reid Fiest Global National Alberta Correspondent
Along with the soaked carpet, walls and belongings, I saw another comforting similarity between Texas and my home in Alberta: neighbours helping one another. Continue reading
Over 1,000 dead in Sierra Leone mudslide, flooding: authorities
A mudslide and flood hit the country’s capital Freetown two weeks ago. Continue reading
Severe thunderstorm warning dropped, watch remains in effect for London and area
Environment Canada issued a thunderstorm watch for London, Parkhill, Strathroy, Komoka and Middlesex County as conditions are favourable for the development of severe storms. Continue reading
Arizona flash floods leave 9 dead, including at least 2 children
At least two children are believed to be among the dead. Continue reading
Quebec floods: Île Bizard residents angry after province says some homes may not be rebuilt
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
Île Bizard residents are angry over a provincial announcement about which flood-damaged homes can be rebuilt in Quebec. Continue reading
Sri Lanka braces for more landslides as death toll rises past 150
Over 100 people are still missing after the country’s worst rains in 15 years. Continue reading
Students rally to sandbag flood-fearing Coldstream
Grade 8 and 9 students from Vernon Secondary and Kalamalka Secondary schools spent their P.E. classes Thursday helping prepare the community of Coldstream for rising waters… Continue reading
