Severe Flash Flooding Hits Maryland – Triggering Widespread Damage and Rescues

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Flash flooding struck Maryland after intense storms dropped up to six inches of rain. Streets were submerged, trees were downed, and creeks overflowed, prompting a Flash Flood Emergency from the National Weather Service. Residents were urged to avoid driving through floodwaters as dangerous conditions persisted. Around 200 people were rescued from a Maryland elementary school […]

Dangerous Weather and Flood Warnings Slams South Carolina

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Bright lightning and thunder lit up the skies near Rock Hill, South Carolina, as storms rolled in ahead of a significant weather alert. The National Weather Service warns of heavy rainfall and possible flooding across Upstate South Carolina, including Spartanburg. Commuters should expect hazardous travel on I-85 and reduced visibility due to intense downpours. The […]

Cincinnati Submerged: River Surges Past 60 Feet, Triggers Emergency Rescues

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The Ohio River in Cincinnati surged to 60.79 feet, flooding homes and prompting a large-scale emergency response. Marine Rescue teams carried out welfare checks on about 20 residents in partially submerged homes and successfully rescued individuals trapped in two vehicles near the East End. A flood warning has been extended through Friday afternoon, with officials […]

The Future of Forecasting: Vodafone’s Bold Step Toward Real-Time Weather Alerts

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Britain is testing a groundbreaking weather forecasting method using mobile phones as an early warning system for extreme weather. Vodafone’s UK-first trial measures rainfall by tracking disturbances in signals between towers, offering more accurate predictions than radar. The system will help monitor flooding risks along the Severn River, a flood-prone area, potentially saving millions in […]