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Dubai floods blamed on cloud seeding. But, experts opine different theory I DETAILS
World | Apr 18, 2024, 01:01 PM ISTQuestions were raised about whether cloud seeding could have caused the heavy rains. The huge rainfall was instead likely due to a normal weather system that was exacerbated by climate change, experts say.
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Dubai witnesses severe flooding after getting 2 years' worth of rain in just 24 hours I KNOW WHY
World | Apr 18, 2024, 09:16 AM ISTThe Dubai weather department recorded the highest rainfall in the Khatm Al Shakla area in Al Ain, reaching 254 mm in less than 24 hours. The National Centre of Meteorology said that the Shuwaib station had recorded 287.6 mm on March 9, 2016.
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Australia: Indian-origin woman found dead in her car in flood-related incident in Queensland
World | Feb 16, 2024, 07:36 PM ISTMount Isa Police District Superintendent Tom Armitt said the woman's car was found partially submerged in floodwaters. The Indian High Commission in Canberra said its mission team was in touch “for all necessary assistance” with the woman's family.
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Thailand Flood: Six Dead, Tens Of Thousands Hit In Southern Province | India TV News
News | Dec 28, 2023, 10:41 AM ISTFloods in southern Thailand have killed at least six people and affected tens of thousands of households, authorities said on Wednesday. In Narathiwat province, flooded streams overflowed onto roads, cutting off access to some of them, according to Thai PBS. Watch to know more!
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Congo: Flood triggered by heavy rains kills at least 22 people, including 10 from the same family
World | Dec 27, 2023, 08:18 AM ISTCongo flood: The hours-long rainfall in the district of Kananga in Kasai Central province destroyed many houses and structures, the province's governor, John Kabeya, said as rescue efforts intensified in search of survivors.
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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis
Chennai | Dec 20, 2023, 02:58 PM ISTTamil Nadu CM stressed the importance of early allocation of funds to address the damage caused by Cyclone Michaung in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, and Tiruvallur districts.
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Tamil Nadu rains: Nearly 800 train passengers stranded in Thoothukudi district due to flood
Chennai | Dec 18, 2023, 05:29 PM ISTSouthern Railway announced traffic suspension on the Tirunelveli-Tiruchendur section, between Srivaikuntam and Seydunganallur, as the ballast has been washed away in floods and the track is 'hanging' and water is flowing over the railway tracks.
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Chennai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas of Tamil Nadu
Chennai | Dec 07, 2023, 01:45 PM ISTRajnath Singh is scheduled to review the situation in coordination with the State Government, aiming to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by the affected areas.
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Cyclone Michaung: 15 trains cancelled amid flood-like situation in Chennai, other districts | List
Chennai | Dec 07, 2023, 07:49 AM ISTThe Tamil Nadu government has announced a holiday for all schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu on Thursday due to severe flooding in several parts of these districts in the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung.
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Kerala Rains: Schools, and colleges shut today in Thiruvananthapuram, IMD issues yellow alert
Education | Oct 16, 2023, 11:39 AM ISTDue to heavy rains in Kerala, All educational institutions have been directed to remain shut today, October 16. Also, the weather forecast department has issued a yellow alert in nine out of fourteen state districts for the day.
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Deadly floods strike Cameroon's capital, Yaounde, leaving 27 dead and dozens injured
World | Oct 10, 2023, 08:16 AM ISTCameroon has witnessed recurrent flooding in recent years, attributed to climate change and exacerbated by substandard construction practices. In this instance, a manmade lake's dike collapse further exacerbated the situation, sending structures tumbling down a hill.
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Flash flood strikes Sikkim: Three civilians dead, 23 army personnel still missing in Lachen Valley
India | Oct 04, 2023, 02:17 PM ISTThe rapid surge in Teesta River water level led to the submersion of Army vehicles stationed near Bardang in Singtam, resulting in the disappearance of 23 military personnel.
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Maharashtra: Paralysed woman among four dead in Nagpur floods, Fadnavis takes stock of situation
Maharashtra | Sep 24, 2023, 12:17 PM ISTFour people died in the Nagpur floods caused following heavy rains in the city. Devendra Fadnavis took stock of situation on Sunday.
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Gujarat rain: Bharuch faces flood-like situation as heavy rainfall continues | WATCH
Gujarat | Sep 18, 2023, 05:43 PM ISTIn response to the flooding, which was exacerbated by the release of water from the Narmada Dam, the Narmada district administration has taken precautionary measures.
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Libya: Derna's deadly flood death count soars to 11,300, Mayor claims 18,000 to 20,000 people died
World | Sep 15, 2023, 04:45 PM ISTThe flooding swept away entire families in Derna on Sunday night and exposed vulnerabilities in the oil-rich country that has been mired in conflict since a 2011 uprising that toppled long-ruling dictator Moammar Gadhafi.
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Libya: Derna Mayor estimates 18,000 to 20,000 people died in Tsunami-like flood I Horrific VIDEO
World | Sep 14, 2023, 04:22 PM ISTThe deluge swept away entire families on Sunday night and exposed vulnerabilities in the oil-rich country that has been mired in conflict since its 2011 uprising. H
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Brazil reels under devastating cyclone, 21 dead, hundreds displaced in southern part of nation
World | Sep 06, 2023, 09:06 AM ISTThe most recent of a string of extreme weather events, the hurricane that struck Brazil on September 6, emphasises the risks posed by storms that are becoming more common and intense as a result of climate change.
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Himachal Pradesh Flood | What is National Calamity
News | Aug 21, 2023, 06:05 PM ISTHimachal Pradesh Flood | What is National Calamity
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Himachal Pradesh: House collapses after cloudburst in Sirmaur, five feared trapped under debris
India | Aug 10, 2023, 10:58 AM ISTHimachal Pradesh: Meanwhile, the combined death toll from rains, floods and landslides in Himachal Pradesh since the onset of monsoon on June 24 has reached 223.
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Haryana govt suspends Water Resources Department top officer for laxity in handling flood situation
India | Aug 10, 2023, 12:29 AM ISTDuring the period of suspension, Sandeep Taneja, Chief Engineer, YWS (S), Delhi will be entitled to subsistence allowance under rules 83 and 84 of the Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules.