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Trump Plans to Dismantle FEMA After 2024 Hurricane Season

President Trump announced plans to dismantle the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) after the 2024 hurricane season, shifting disaster relief responsibilities to states, despite concerns from emergency managers about states' capacity to handle such events; FEMA is currently understaffed and ...

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Valencia Flood: Monitoring Failures Exacerbated Death Toll

An expert study on the October 29, 2024, Valencia flood revealed that the devastating flood resulted from rainfall in the Horteta and Gallego ravines, which converged downstream of the flow gauge, causing a surge that was three times the measured flow and resulting in at least 225 deaths.

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China strengthens nuclear safety with new draft law

China is drafting a new atomic energy law with 59 provisions focusing on emergency management, safety protocols, and material control to prevent accidents and promote sustainable nuclear energy development, reflecting its commitment to responsible nuclear power.

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Spanish Government Admits Failures in Valencia Flood Response

Six months after devastating floods in Valencia claimed 228 lives, the Spanish government admits its response was hampered by communication failures, highlighting a lack of real-time information sharing among agencies during the crisis.

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Spanish Official Appeals Indictment in Deadly Flood Case, Blames Central Government

Salomé Pradas, former Valencian emergency minister, appealed her indictment for the October 29, 2022, flood deaths (228), claiming co-responsibility with the central government's delegate, Pilar Bernabé, and citing insufficient river works as a primary cause.

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Australia's Bushfire Preparedness Under Scrutiny After Water Supply Program Failure

An ineffective water supply program for NSW volunteer firefighters, revealed five years after Australia's devastating Black Summer bushfires, highlights ongoing preparedness concerns, mirroring issues exposed by the interim report of the Royal Commission into Natural Disaster Arrangements.

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Trump Administration's Delayed FEMA Notifications Cause Delays in Disaster Aid

President Trump approved FEMA aid for Virginia and Arkansas after severe weather, but FEMA was not promptly notified, causing delays in aid distribution; this reflects a troubling pattern of communication breakdowns and challenges to FEMA's authority under the Trump administration.

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China Drafts Comprehensive Atomic Energy Law to Enhance Safety and Prevent Accidents

China is drafting a new atomic energy law to strengthen its emergency management system for nuclear accidents, including establishing a national coordination committee, mandating emergency plans and drills, and creating a preparedness fund; the law also prioritizes safety in research and development...

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Dana Storm: Government Officials Admit Failure, 228 Deaths

The ongoing investigation into the Dana storm reveals a lack of political responsibility, with top officials admitting to being unaware of the crisis despite ample warning signs, leading to 228 deaths.

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Trump Administration Delays Billions in FEMA Funding, Defying Court Order

The Trump administration is delaying billions in FEMA funding, despite a federal judge's order, causing financial distress for 22 states and the District of Columbia and impacting disaster relief for individuals; the administration claims it is reviewing funds for fraud, waste, and abuse.

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Valencia Flood Investigation Focuses on Regional Government Response

Torrential rains in Valencia, Spain on October 29, 2023, caused devastating floods resulting in 227 deaths; a judge is investigating the regional government's response, focusing on a delayed mass SMS alert and the overall handling of the emergency.

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Valencia Flood Protest Demands Mazon's Resignation

A massive protest in Valencia demands the resignation of regional president Carlos Mazon due to his controversial handling of devastating floods.

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