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Flood deaths are rising in the U.S., fueled by heavier rainfall
In the wake of last week’s Texas floods that killed more than 100 people, a Post analysis found the number of U.S. freshwater ...
N.J. weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for all 21 counties as strong storms, flood threats loom
With heavy rain in the forecast and wind gusts of up to 70 mph possible, the National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for all 21 counties in New Jersey. The watch took effect at ...
Lehigh Valley weather: Flood watch in effect Tuesday; up to 2 inches per hour of rain could fall
Widespread showers and storms, with rainfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour, could come to the region and nearby counties, ...
Flood Forecasts Could Worsen as Trump’s NWS Cuts Take Hold
Forecasts and warnings largely worked during the recent flooding catastrophe in Texas. Those systems are expected to degrade as President Donald Trump’s cuts to the National Weather Service, satellite ...
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Former NOAA administrator highlights communication gaps in Texas flood response
NOAA's former leader points to staffing cuts and lack of key personnel as contributing factors in the mismanagement of recent ...
'Relief is in store' for flood-devastated Texas as thunderstorms taper off
The National Weather Service said the threat of severe weather is low, but some flood warnings are still in effect.
Sen. Ted Cruz calls National Weather Service criticism 'partisan finger pointing'
The National Weather Service issued several forecasts Tuesday through Thursday morning, warning of the risk of flash flooding ...