It’s important to stay prepared as climate change makes river flooding more severe — so here’s how FEMA recommends people get ready.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
What did Hallowell learn from the December 2023 flood?
Last December’s flood was the fifth-highest ever recorded in Hallowell, but will the city be ready for the next one?
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Posted inCommunity News, Local & State, Local Government, News
Franklin County taxes could help pay for flood mitigation costs
Franklin County Emergency Management Agency informed the New Vineyard Select Board that county taxes will be raised to pay for river gages that will help study flood patterns on Sandy River and Carrabassett River.
Posted inNation & World, New England
Atmospheric river, bomb cyclone bring weather whiplash to East Coast
A wind and rain storm increasing in intensity throughout the day could cause flooding and power outages in Maine.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Storm bringing high winds, heavy rains to central Maine
The National Weather Service says there is a strong possibility of power outages and flooding from Wednesday’s storm, which is expected to last through the night.
Posted inNation & World
Spain flood survivors hurl mud at the royals, top government officials
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia’s public events are usually greeted by a crowd of fans.
Posted inNation & World, News
Deadly flooding in Central Europe made twice as likely by climate change
The severe 4-day rainfall was ‘by far’ the heaviest ever recorded in Central Europe.
Posted inNation & World, News
Flood-hit regions in Central Europe will get billions in EU aid
Massive flooding has claimed 24 lives and caused enormous damage to infrastructure and housing.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
State commission responding to storm damage explores public flood insurance
Only 1.3% of all homes and buildings in Maine are covered under the National Flood Insurance Program and participation has fallen sharply over the past 15 years.
Posted inLocal & State, News
As they rebuild, Down East businesses take lessons from January’s storms
Many coastal businesses have had to decide whether to abandon their enterprises or rebuild, hoping to fortify their properties against future major storms.