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Valencia Flood: Judge Finds Officials Negligent, Delayed Alert May Have Cost Lives

Seven months after Valencia's devastating October flood that killed 228, a judge investigating the disaster says two former top officials acted outside the law and failed to acknowledge their roles in the crisis, leading to a delayed mobile alert that may have cost lives.

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Swiss Landslide Displaces 300, Future Uncertain

A massive landslide in Lötschental, Switzerland, on May 19th, buried the village of Blatten, displacing 300 people who lost their homes and possessions; the Swiss government is providing support, but the long-term impact on the community remains uncertain.

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115 Dead in Unprecedented Nigerian Floods

Torrential rains caused unprecedented flash floods in Nigeria's central region, leaving at least 115 dead and many missing, as of May 30th, 2024, highlighting the country's struggle with inadequate infrastructure and recurring flood disasters.

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Nigeria Floods: Death Toll Rises Above 115

Torrential rains in central Nigeria have caused widespread flooding in Mokwa, resulting in at least 115 deaths, with rescue workers expecting a much higher death toll as searches continue for the missing.

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Swiss Glacial Collapse Destroys Village, Threatens More

A glacial collapse in Switzerland's Valais region on Wednesday sent millions of tonnes of debris onto the village of Blatten, destroying 90% of it, and creating a dangerous dam that threatens to flood two more villages.

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Spain Announces €530 Million Plan to Improve Resilience Against Extreme Weather

Spanish Ecological Transition Minister Sara Aagesen unveiled a €530 million plan to improve Spain's resilience to extreme weather following the October 2023 DANA storm that killed 233; the plan includes regulatory reforms, updated flood risk maps, and river renaturalization, with road improvements s...

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Nigeria Floods: Over 200 Dead, Questions Remain on Flood's Origin

Devastating floods in Mokwa, Niger state, Nigeria, claimed over 200 lives, leaving hundreds homeless and prompting questions about the flood's origin, as survivors describe a sudden surge of water unrelated to recent rainfall.

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Nigeria Floods: Death Toll Rises to 150 in Mokwa

Over 150 deaths and 3,000 displacements resulted from torrential rains and flooding in Mokwa, central Nigeria, on May 30-31, 2024, destroying 265 homes and two bridges, with the death toll expected to rise, highlighting the impact of severe weather and deficient infrastructure.

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Swiss Landslide Creates Rising Lake, Threatening Communities

A landslide in Lötschental, Switzerland, created a lake of seven million cubic meters of debris, which is rising and causing flooding; nearby communities are on alert for potential evacuation, while the village of Blatten is largely destroyed, and the psychological impact on residents is substantial...

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Nigeria Floods Kill 111 in Mokwa

Torrential rains and a dam collapse caused devastating floods in Mokwa, Nigeria, killing at least 111 people and displacing many more, highlighting the country's vulnerability to extreme weather and infrastructure deficiencies.

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Spain Announces €530 Million Plan After Deadly Valencia Floods

The Spanish government announced a €530 million plan to mitigate future extreme weather events after October's flash floods in Valencia killed 233 people; the plan includes remapping flood zones, renaturalizing riverbeds, and upgrading infrastructure, but faces political challenges.

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Spain Announces €530 Million Reconstruction Plan After Devastating Valencia Floods

Following October's devastating floods in Valencia, Spain, which caused 228 deaths and €17.2 billion in damage, the government announced a €530 million reconstruction plan including housing repairs, infrastructure improvements, and flood mitigation systems.

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