County Approves Water‑system Change Orders, Seeks Grant Amendment for Flood Infrastructure Val Verde County approved change orders on the Comstock water tank project, set aside funds for a booster station pump station after a grant denial, and voted to request a Texas Water Development Board amendment to add sirens to a flood infrastructure project.

Val Verde County is taking bold steps to enhance water infrastructure and flood protection, even in the face of grant challenges.

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Iberia Parish hears Atchafalaya Basin management plan pitch, council asked to back regional coalition An Atchafalaya Basinkeeper representative asked the Iberia Parish Council to adopt a resolution supporting a three-part basin management plan—restore hydrology, trap and manage sediment, and transfer sediment for coastal projects—so the plan can be included in the state's coastal restoration master plan.

Iberia Parish is urged to back a vital management plan that promises to restore the Atchafalaya Basin's health and protect our communities from flooding.

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Wisconsin Rapids to use downtown TID funds for river-wall rehabilitation estimated at about $1 million Mayor Matt Zacker said the city will use downtown TID/TIF funds—about $1,000,000—to finance a major river-wall rehabilitation involving industrial tuckpointing and a new lower concrete wall to protect against erosion and high water pressure.

Wisconsin Rapids is set to invest over $1 million in a vital river-wall rehabilitation to safeguard the downtown area from erosion and high water pressure, paving the way for future redevelopment.

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Flood waters and announcing flood storage

🌊 First flood storage event of 2026.

Rising Twin Creek levels have activated Germantown Dam. The dam is now storing water to reduce downstream flooding and protect southwest Ohio.

This is the Miami Conservancy District system working exactly as designed. 💧

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#FloodProtection feels like the sort of thing the #EU would give grants for.

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The development of flood protection structures could strengthen Budapest's long-term security The development of Budapest's northern flood protection lines is not only justified but also essential for the future safety of the capital.

The development of Budapest's northern flood protection lines is not only justified but also essential for the future safety of the capital.
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Senate Institutions hears DEC request to cover Waterbury Dam inspection overruns as Army Corps share is renegotiated DEC asked the committee for a $150,000 capital budget adjustment to finish inspection and testing of Waterbury Dam’s tunnel and penstocks and restore instrumentation funds, and outlined a $76 million spillway reconstruction project with the U.S. Army Corps that still requires state match and additional federal appropriation.

The DEC is pushing for a crucial $150,000 budget adjustment to ensure the safety and integrity of the Waterbury Dam, a facility that protects thousands from flood risks.

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Thurston County planning panel weighs broader flood mapping, fears for residents who could be barred from rebuilding The Planning Commission reviewed options to use maps beyond FEMA for frequently flooded areas and debated trade-offs between stronger flood protections (and CRS insurance discounts) and the risk that stricter rules could prevent low-income residents — especially in mobile-home parks — from repairing or replacing damaged homes.

Thurston County's Planning Commission is at a crossroads, debating how to enhance flood mapping while protecting vulnerable residents from strict regulations that could prevent them from rebuilding their homes.

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Saint Charles Parish details $8.5M in 2025 grants and multi-year flood projects; DES ALLEMANDS funding moves forward Grants officer Carla Chasson told the council the parish won $8.5 million for 19 projects in 2025, has 26 pending applications requesting roughly $147 million, and is advancing several grant-funded capital projects — including pump station and canal improvements and a Des Allemands boat launch tied to CPRA funding.

Saint Charles Parish is making waves with $8.5M in grants for vital flood projects, but with $147M in pending applications, the push for funding is just getting started!

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Corte Madera proclaims local emergency after king-tide floods; town seeks state aid for damaged facilities Following king-tide related flooding that overtopped berms and inundated homes and the town corporation yard, Corte Madera’s council unanimously adopted a proclamation of local emergency (Resolution O12026) to submit damage estimates to OEM and seek potential state or federal assistance.

Corte Madera has declared a local emergency after devastating king-tide flooding, leaving homes damaged and town facilities at risk.

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The more researchers and urban planners understand about the pros and cons of various #floodprotection strategies, “the more effectively we can move forward and plan and spend the limited resources we have on adapting to climate change,” says study author Patrick Barnard.

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Council debates public engagement and approves flood-protection CIP transfers amid questions about National Golf Course RFP Councilors pressed for earlier public involvement after concerns about the Virginia Beach National Golf Course RFP; the council approved a consent agenda that included transfers to the flood-protection capital improvement program and appointed a member to a military economic development committee.

Virginia Beach residents are demanding a seat at the table after concerns arose over the National Golf Course RFP and flood protection funding.

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Judge Sides with North Carolina, Reinstating $200 Million in Critical FEMA Flood Funding wnctimes.com/article/judg... #WNCNews #NorthCarolina #FloodProtection #DisasterMitigation #JeffJackson #FEMA #BRIC #AVLnews #Infrastructure #wnctimes #HeleneRecovery #NCNEWS #NorthCarolina #asheville #WNCnews

Entrepreneur Martin Herrenknecht promotes climate research at TUM The manufacturer of tunnel boring machines, Dr.-Ing E.h. Martin Herrenknecht, will support climate research at the Technical University of Munich (TUM).

Through the TUM University Foundation, Martin Herrenknecht, entrepreneur and manufacturer of #tunnelboring machines, is funding our research project on measures for #drought and #floodprotection in southern Germany: go.tum.de/314713

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BNSF: How a “Shoofly” Kept North Dakota Freight Moving While a 404-Foot Rail Bridge Rose Over a Flood Channel A new 404-foot BNSF rail bridge opened near Fargo as crews relied on a temporary #shoofly track to keep freight moving. Key partners #BNSF and #RRVA advance critical #floodprotection while maintaining #logistics continuity for the region...

A new 404-foot BNSF rail bridge opened near Fargo as crews relied on a temporary #shoofly track to keep freight moving. Key partners #BNSF and #RRVA advance critical #floodprotection while maintaining #logistics continuity for the region...

umbled upon some more photos of the award winning Caol & Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme.

This used the Europile GW300 plastic sheet pile to create a cut-off wall below a newly constructed flood defence wall.

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County wins $2.4 million grant for regional shoreline adaptation planning; Mountain View staff to participate During council reports, Council member Shewalter said the county received a $2,400,000, three-year grant to develop a regional shoreline adaptation plan addressing sea level rise. The grant will fund joint staff work among county and city agencies, and the plan must be adopted by participating cities; Valley Water and VTA will be involved given the

Santa Clara County has secured a groundbreaking $2.4 million grant to combat sea level rise and shape a unified shoreline adaptation plan with local cities!

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Altru Realty Blog A recent study likely highlights the escalating vulnerability of certain types of U.S. homes, particularly older, single-story properties in coastal and low-lying areas, to increasing climate change impacts like rising sea levels, intense rainfall, a

🌊🏡 FL homeowners: Prepare for hurricane season! Elevate your home for less damage, lower NFIP premiums, & transferable flood policies. Don't wait for the storm. Safeguard your investment & peace of mind.

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Douglas County weighs stormwater utility, residents press for faster work after Smelter Creek flooding County staff outlined compliance obligations at Lake Tahoe, maintenance gains and a $140 million capital list; staff proposed a dedicated stormwater utility averaging about $6 per month per household to fund operations and capital. Dozens of residents in public comment urged faster cleanup and damage assessment after recent Smelter Creek floods in

Douglas County is at a crossroads: with a stormwater program needing $4-5 million annually to protect residents and Lake Tahoe's clarity, can they find the funding before it's too late?

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How human infrastructure threatens biodiversity by squeezing sandy coasts Lansu et al. show that dune biodiversity in the Netherlands and southeastern USA increases with undisturbed coastal width, reaching 75% of its potential at 800–1,800 m. Alarmingly, most coasts are muc...

Coastal #SandDune #ecology is important for #FloodProtection, #DrinkingWater and it’s unique #biodiversity. This Netherlands vs US comparison studied how humans squeeze these #coastal #ecosystems leading to detrimental impacts 🌍

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Council awards $1.997 million NRCS grant-backed contract for Mill Creek bank protection Moab City Council approved a $1,997,770.01 contract with Bay Brothers Construction to install gabion bank protection along sections of Mill Creek under a U.S. Natural Resources Conservation Service emergency watershed program grant.

Moab City Council has taken a bold step by awarding a nearly $2 million contract for crucial flood protection work along Mill Creek—ensuring the safety of both the creek and nearby properties!

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Protecting our future means protecting our communities from floods, storms, and climate chaos.

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Mayor's race light on climate resiliency discussions Resiliency efforts have gotten little attention on the campaign trail.

Climate Resiliency:
NYLCV President @julietighe.bsky.social joined NewYork 1 to stress the need for stronger resiliency plans in the NYC mayoral race. Investing in #floodprotection will keep communities safe and help prevent another Sandy.
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Altru Realty Blog A recent study likely highlights the escalating vulnerability of certain types of U.S. homes, particularly older, single-story properties in coastal and low-lying areas, to increasing climate change impacts like rising sea levels, intense rainfall, a

🌊🏡 FL homeowners: Prepare for hurricane season! Elevate your home for less damage, lower NFIP premiums, & transferable flood policies. Don't wait for the storm. Safeguard your investment & peace of mind.

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Diversion Authority Board Holds Key Meeting on Flood Prevention Projects Board discusses crucial strategies for upcoming flood prevention initiatives.

The Fargo City Metro Flood Diversion Authority is making vital strides in flood management, ensuring timely construction to protect residents from future disasters.

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Altru Realty Blog A recent study likely highlights the escalating vulnerability of certain types of U.S. homes, particularly older, single-story properties in coastal and low-lying areas, to increasing climate change impacts like rising sea levels, intense rainfall, a

🌊🏡 FL homeowners: Prepare for hurricane season! Elevate your home for less damage, lower NFIP premiums, & transferable flood policies. Don't wait for the storm. Safeguard your investment & peace of mind.

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