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Tragic Downpour: Heavy Rain in Uttar Pradesh Causes Fatal House Collapses, Injures Families

Meerut, India — A spate of house collapses triggered by heavy rainfall has wreaked havoc in several districts of Uttar Pradesh, causing fatalities and numerous injuries. Late Wednesday, in Sambhal district, an elderly couple perished when the ceiling of their residence caved in, exacerbating the woes of the region grappling with unstable structures. Authorities reported that Chandan Ram, 50, and his wife Shyamwati, 47, were asleep in their old home in Dhatra Sheikh village when …

California Hit by Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Thunderstorms: Residents Urged to Stay Vigilant

Los Angeles, California – Heavy rain, flooding, and thunderstorms battered California on Monday, prompting concerns about potential tornadoes and mudslides. A powerful atmospheric river swept through the state, bringing large amounts of rainfall and triggering severe weather conditions. In Northern California, thunderstorms and a possible tornado raised alarm among residents, while in Southern California, the relentless rain raised fears of mudslides. The Santa Barbara Airport was even forced to close due to flooding. As the …

Severe Storms Threaten South with Heavy Rain and Possible Tornadoes

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have returned to the Southern United States and are expected to last through Monday. The region is bracing for severe storms, including the possibility of isolated tornadoes, and potential flooding in certain areas. This wet pattern is being driven by an approaching cold front, bringing with it widespread rain and thunderstorms to the area. The system is also expected to bring a wave of strengthening low pressure as …

Marine Heavy Helicopter Crashes in California During Storm, 5 Service Members Killed

SAN DIEGO, California – The U.S. Marine Corps has identified the five Marines who were tragically killed in a helicopter crash during stormy weather in San Diego’s East County. The helicopter, a CH-53E Super Stallion, was traveling from Creech Air Force Base in Clark County, Nevada to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego when it was reported “overdue” on Tuesday. The five Marines have been identified as Lance Cpl. Donovan Davis, Sgt. Alec …

Flood Alert: Risk of Heavy Rainfall and Rising Water Levels in Multiple Iowa Counties Until Wednesday

Des Moines, Iowa – Residents in multiple areas across Iowa are bracing for possible flash floods following a flood watch alert that remains in effect until 1 AM CDT Wednesday. Officials warn that ongoing heavy rainfall could lead to significant flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The regions impacted by the flood watch include various counties across central, northeast, south central, and southeast Iowa. These areas are grappling with the potential dangers posed by excessive …

Nor’easter Brings Heavy Snow and Rain to New Hampshire: Winter Storm Warning Issued for State

Manchester, New Hampshire – Despite the arrival of spring, a powerful nor’easter is set to impact New Hampshire, bringing wet snow, heavy rain, and gusty winds from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday night. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the entire state, with a coastal flood watch also in effect for Thursday morning. The storm is expected to bring a long-duration period of wet snow and a wintry mix starting late …

Flood watch in effect as heavy rain hits the Washington D.C. area

Chevy Chase, Maryland – A flood watch is in effect until this afternoon, with heavy rain expected to taper off later in the day. Residents should brace for gusty winds and possible flooding in low-lying areas and near creeks or streams. Rainfall totals could reach up to 2 inches in some areas, posing a risk for localized flooding. The current weather conditions are part of a storm system that arrived overnight and is reaching its …

Flood Watch Issued for DC Area as Heavy Rain Approaches

Washington D.C. residents are on high alert as a flood watch has been issued for the region from 2 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. The forecast calls for heavy rain and potential flooding, prompting locals to prepare for a wet weekend ahead. Despite a sunny start to the day, clouds have begun to gather as a storm approaches from the south, with rain expected late into the evening. As the evening progresses, clouds are …