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The Floodwaters Are Rising

The Floodwaters Are Rising

It's easy to forget that God's covenant is limited. God makes a solemn promise to Noah that He will never flood the whole Earth again ... however. "Never again will I let floodwaters destroy all life," the Bible says He said. But He never promised...

Lehigh Valley under flood watch Tuesday, with risk for severe storms, damaging winds

Lehigh Valley under flood watch Tuesday, with risk for severe storms, damaging winds

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the Lehigh Valley and much of eastern Pennsylvania from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening, warning that heavy downpours could trigger flash flooding. A cold front...

Tampa-based Project Dynamo team to join search efforts in Texas following the catastrophic floods

Tampa-based Project Dynamo team to join search efforts in Texas following the catastrophic floods

TAMPA, Fla. — Some highly skilled volunteers from Tampa-based Project Dynamo are joining in the search efforts following the catastrophic flooding in Texas. What You Need To Know Highly skilled volunteers are prepared to deploy in Texas Some...

Saxapahaw residents start cleanup process after Haw River floods community during Chantal

Saxapahaw residents start cleanup process after Haw River floods community during Chantal

Cleanup is underway in the town of Saxapahaw, where the Haw River surged beyond its banks due to Tropical Storm Chantal. In spite of the widespread flood damage from Chantal, Saxapahaw residents are staying positive after the storm. "There's so...

Severe flooding in North Carolina after Chantal dumps heavy rain

Severe flooding in North Carolina after Chantal dumps heavy rain

Officials in central North Carolina rescued dozens of stranded people Sunday night and early Monday after Tropical Depression Chantal dumped up to 10 inches of rain in parts of the state, bringing significant flooding that inundated homes, closed...

‘It’s so valuable:’ Virginia’s Operation Blessing gives hot meals to those affected by Texas flooding

‘It’s so valuable:’ Virginia’s Operation Blessing gives hot meals to those affected by Texas flooding

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - New video is now emerging through the lens of Operation Blessing and it shows the extent of the destruction and devastation now facing central Texas. “You can feel it in the ambience, you know, in the air that the pain, the...

North Carolina organizations using experience from Helene to help with Texas flooding

North Carolina organizations using experience from Helene to help with Texas flooding

2 killed by Tropical Storm Chantal flooding

2 killed by Tropical Storm Chantal flooding

Deadly flooding struck North Carolina after Tropical Storm Chantal dumped torrential rains. At least two people died when their cars were swept away by rushing floodwaters. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has the latest.

North Carolina DEQ schedules public hearing for former Alcoa facility water discharge permit

North Carolina DEQ schedules public hearing for former Alcoa facility water discharge permit

Sam Chan Director of Public Affairs | North Carolina Department of Environmental QualitySam Chan Director of Public Affairs | North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of...

The aftermath of floods, hurricanes and other disasters can be hardest on older rural Americans – here’s how families and neighbors can help

The aftermath of floods, hurricanes and other disasters can be hardest on older rural Americans – here’s how families and neighbors can help

Hurricanes, tornadoes and other extreme weather do not distinguish between urban and rural boundaries. But when a disaster strikes, there are big differences in how well people are able to respond and recover – and older adults in rural areas are...

In Texas, Florida and across the globe, warmer climate makes flooding ‘more unprecedented’

In Texas, Florida and across the globe, warmer climate makes flooding ‘more unprecedented’

As the Texas flooding death toll reached 95 on Monday — at least 27 of them children — and Tropical Storm Chantal prompted dozens of water rescues in North Carolina, some Floridians were reminded of the disastrous “rain bomb” in 2023 that hit...

Flood’s toll tops 100 as search for survivors grows more desperate

Flood’s toll tops 100 as search for survivors grows more desperate

The weary mayor of Kerrville, Texas, warned residents to expect a “rough week” as chances faded on Monday of finding anyone still alive from catastrophic flooding that killed at least 100 people across central Texas. Ten girls and a counselor were...

Texas Floods Death Toll Exceeds 100

Texas Floods Death Toll Exceeds 100

At least 104 people have died in relation to the catastrophic floods in Texas over the weekend, according to the latest update shared by authorities via NBC News on Monday (July 7). Officials in Kerr County, where President Donald Trump said he's...

More bodies recovered in Texas as hope fades for finding survivors

More bodies recovered in Texas as hope fades for finding survivors

Sheriff asks private boats to stay off Guadalupe River Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha asked private boats to stay off the Guadalupe River to "allow search and rescue teams to operate without any interference." "This is a tragic time for us....

Trump fiddles while Rome burns — and floods

Trump fiddles while Rome burns — and floods

Ho hum…another hot summer day in North Carolina that ended in torrential rain and catastrophic flooding. That was the cap to this past holiday weekend in central North Carolina. An early season tropical storm/depression that seemed initially like...

Maysville's town hall, fire station projects focus on sustainability, community needs

Maysville's town hall, fire station projects focus on sustainability, community needs

MAYSVILLE, Jones County— The Maysville Board of Commissioners announced the awarding of construction bids for two major municipal projects: the renovation of the Maysville Town Hall and the construction of a brand-new Maysville Volunteer Fire...

CNN Host Vocally Defended Biden During NC Floods, but Bashed Trump Over Texas' Disaster

CNN Host Vocally Defended Biden During NC Floods, but Bashed Trump Over Texas' Disaster

This clip is a classic case of liberal media bias. I know CNN is a treasure trove, but this one regarding natural disasters is pure gold. When Hurricane Helene drenched North Carolina, causing massive flooding, Ms. Bash vociferously defended the...

North Carolina organizations using experience from Helene to help with Texas flooding

North Carolina organizations using experience from Helene to help with Texas flooding

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - As Texans rally together in search, rescue, and recovery efforts before their next round of rain, they’re getting some help from a couple North Carolina organizations using their experience from Hurricane Helene, to...

Craven natural-disaster blame games obscure the steps needed to keep Americans safe

Craven natural-disaster blame games obscure the steps needed to keep Americans safe

CNN — America’s endless natural-disaster blame game is thwarting answers to life-and-death questions over worsening extreme weather crises. Every time a hurricane, flood or wildfire strikes, political enemies heap knee-jerk blame on their foes –...

Rep. Ben Moss addresses Independence Day and storm aftermath in North Carolina

Rep. Ben Moss addresses Independence Day and storm aftermath in North Carolina

Representative Ben Moss, a public figure active on social media, recently shared messages regarding both national celebrations and local concerns. His communications reflect his engagement with community events and issues.On July 4, 2025, Moss...

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