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Natural ecosystems are the natural buffer to #floods. Let's protect what we have, and restore what we don't. #DRR #floodriskreduction

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Critical natural areas shield half of Canada's population from flooding, study finds
Study finds forests and wetlands protect 3.7 million people in 358 Canadian population centres.
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November 27, 2024 at 4:58 PM
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May 2, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Semá:th Xhosta, drained 100 years ago, has created one of the wickedest problems in #floodriskreduction that we know of. A truly fascinating and potentially impactful collaborative project that we are proud to be working on.
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3 years, 2 deadly atmospheric rivers. Is B.C. ready for the next one? | The Narwhal
On the heels of another destructive atmospheric river that left 5 people dead, we have to learn how to live with water
thenarwhal.ca
November 12, 2024 at 10:11 PM
Pueblo County is facing a $17 million challenge to tackle flood risks, but the clock is ticking as officials scramble for the necessary funding.

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County says USDA plan lists $17M in watershed projects; local match and budget gaps remain
County staff told commissioners a USDA Emergency Watershed Protection portfolio recommends roughly $17 million worth of public and private projects; commissioners said the county would need to identify about $4 million in matching or upfront funding and that those dollars are not currently available in appropriations.
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August 27, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Innovative design changes at MIT have demonstrated that accurate data and performance-based models can significantly reduce flood risks without extra costs.

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Researchers and materials experts urge data‑driven design and low‑carbon durable construction
MIT, RMI and other panelists said better models and performance‑based construction standards can reduce flood and fire risk while lowering life‑cycle carbon, citing campus design changes and performance specifications.
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July 22, 2026 at 3:45 AM
Lexington County Council is taking bold steps to combat flooding and boost educational resources, with unanimous approval for key grants that promise to transform the community.

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Lexington Council approves grants for flood mitigation and library programs funding
Council unanimously approves grant applications for flood management and library summer programs.
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April 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Churchill County officials are taking bold steps to protect the community from devastating floods by prioritizing open floodplains and proactive management strategies.

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Carson River Coalition Promotes Floodplain Protection and Watershed Management Strategies
Carson River Coalition advocates plans to reduce flood risks through community engagement.
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July 18, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Will County is making strides in flood management by acquiring properties along the DuPage River, marking a significant step towards safer, restored landscapes.

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Will County partners with USACE on DuPage River property buyouts and floodplain restoration
Will County completes purchase of six properties to reduce flood risks along DuPage River
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May 11, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Prince George's County officials are taking bold steps to combat stormwater challenges with actionable strategies and community involvement!

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#PrinceCounty #MD #CommunityEducation #StormwaterManagement #CitizenPortal #PrinceGeorgesCounty #FloodRiskReduction
Task Force Discusses Stormwater Recommendations and Funding Strategies
Task force identifies educational strategies and funding solutions for stormwater management.
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August 8, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Tusayan is taking major steps to protect its community from flooding with a new 72-inch storm drain and an ambitious drainage master plan!

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Tucson Plans 72-Inch Storm Drain to Enhance Flood Risk Reduction Efforts
Tucson will install a 72-inch storm drain to improve flood risk management.
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July 25, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Tusayan residents are confronting a looming flood crisis, as experts reveal that current stormwater strategies may fall drastically short during catastrophic weather events.

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#CoconinoCounty #AZ #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #TusayanFloodManagement #FloodRiskReduction
Flood Risk Reduction Plans Discussed for Coconino Wash and Adjacent Watersheds
Experts evaluate flood mitigation strategies to address risks in Coconino Wash area.
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July 25, 2025 at 7:31 AM
The West Shore project is making waves with a staggering $1.15 billion invested so far, aiming to protect over 60,000 residents from flooding by 2030!

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#LA #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureDevelopment #LouisianaHabitats #EnvironmentalRestoration #FloodRiskReduction
West Shore project: $1.15B invested to date; critical pump-station contracts drive schedule toward 2030
CPA project managers reported 12 of 14 Corps contracts for the West Shore project are under construction, cited $1.15 billion invested so far and said two 2,000-CFS pump-station contracts form the critical path with completion of key system-closing works targeted around 2030.
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June 19, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Excavation for the Comite River Diversion Canal is nearly complete, but critical infrastructure still lies ahead—could it change the flood risk landscape for Zachary and Baker by 2029?

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Comite River Diversion Canal largely excavated; diversion structure and closures remain
Adviser Paul Sawyer told the commission most excavating for the Comite River Diversion Canal is complete, with remaining work focused on diversion structures, Brooks Lake closure and a Highway 19 bridge; Sawyer gave an optimistic 2028 functional date but said 2029 Q1–Q2 is more likely.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:16 AM
St. Charles Parish is investing $33 million in new pump stations and utilizing swamp buggies to clear canal blockages, ensuring better drainage and flood prevention ahead of storm season.

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Saint Charles Parish highlights CC Road canal clearing, swamp-buggy use and $33M pump-station investment
Parish officials described canal-clearing work along CC Road intended to improve drainage for two new pump stations — a roughly $33 million investment — and explained how swamp buggies and other equipment help crews locate and remove blockages before storms.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Louisiana's Jefferson Parish is making waves in floodplain management, but a worrying drop in flood insurance renewals could leave homes vulnerable—what's the community doing to protect itself?

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#LA #CitizenPortal #CommunityRatingSystem #FloodRiskReduction #InsuranceEducation
Jefferson Parish updates flood insurance program and improves community rating class
Jefferson Parish enhances flood insurance education and receives a higher community rating class.
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August 20, 2025 at 10:40 PM