21. Floods : Floods News And Photos - Mcall.com Information about floods RSS feeds allow Web site content to be gathered via feed reader software. http://www.mcall.com/topic/disasters-accidents/floods/03005000.topic

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22. Prague Galleries - 100 Year Flood Galleries Hundreds of photos of the Prague (Czech Republic) floods taken during the days of the disaster hitting on the 12th of August 2002. http://prague.tv/100-year-flood/

@import url("/css/ptv.css"); @import url("/css/new.css"); @import url("/css/menu.css"); Browse categories List your business Accommodation Art and Culture ... Sightseeing Tours MEMBER LOGIN User: Pass: Register Help Prague Directory Prague Real Estate ... Galleries THE 100 YEAR FLOOD GALLERIES On the 12th August 2002, Prague was hit by the worst floods it had experienced for more than 100 years. In less than 48 hours, the Vltava swelled to 4 times its normal size, breaking the riverbanks and flooding massive regions of the Czech Republic capital. The city was placed in a state of emergency, and over 50,000 people were evacuated from the center. Huge areas of the city's powergrid were shut down, leaving even those not directly threatened without power for days. Historic sites such as the National Theater and Rudolfinum came close to devastation as the floods grew worse. Thanks to the tireless efforts of thousands of soldiers, police, firemen, and volunteers worked day and night to secure affected areas, millions of crowns was saved. But even with the whole city joining together in the fight against the floods, the total damage done the city is estimated at more than two billion dollars. Prague.TV was one of the more fortunate victims of the crisis, suffering only extended power outages to our main offices. Other parts of the city, however, were less fortunate. To see the catastrophic effects of Prague's worst flooding in over 100 years, check out our photo galleries below with images taken during the crisis.

23. Flood Information, Flooding Facts, Flash Floods, Photos Get facts and information about floods and flooding, plus find links to photo galleries and related articles from National Geographic. http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/floods-p

24. Peninsulas Emergency Preparedness Committee - Floods In Western Washington Helping family and neighborhoods prepare for earthquakes, volcanoes, fires and floods, in Gig Harbor, Key Peninsula, and Pierce County. Has water storage barrels for sale. http://www.pep-c.org/floods/

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25. Floodplain Management Association Information about flooding, floodplains, and flood protection. Also links to other web resources related to floods, flooding, and floodplain management. http://www.floodplain.org/

To promote the common interest in reducing flood losses and to encourage the protection and enhancement of natural floodplain values... Home News About FMA Board of Directors ... Contact Us qm_create(0,true,0,500,false,false,false,false,false); Website Sponsors Welcome to the Floodplain Management Association! FMA is the premier venue for floodplain management professionals in California, Nevada and Hawaii. We are the recognized voice in floodplain management and flood hazard reduction in the region, providing an unbiased forum for industry, science and government to coordinate and educate themselves and each other about best practices, legal strategies and disaster control needs at the local, state and regional level. Our leadership is tasked with connecting policy makers and regulators with scientists, planners, engineers, educators and researchers to develop effective laws, technological solutions, and methods for maintaining sustainable floodplains. To ensure all stakeholders stay current on each of our important issues, at both the governmental and NGO level, FMA continually develops and presents an ongoing series of symposiums, conferences, and workshops. Each focuses on emerging issues of the day, such as: Flood risk management Flood warning and forecasting Flood system design, operation and maintenance

26. Pakistan Floods 2010 | Oxfam International v., flood ed, flood ing, floods. v.tr. To cover or submerge with or as if with a flood; inundate My desk is flooded with paper. To fill with an abundance or an excess flood the http://www.oxfam.org/pakistanfloods

English Français Español Jobs ... Skip to Navigation Search this site: Home Emergencies Pakistan floods 2010 We have reached more than 1.4 million people with humanitarian aid Pakistan floods 2010 View Updates Neva Khan Oxfam's Pakistan Director Pakistan has been hit by the worst floods in decades – some 20.5 million people have been affected according to the Government of Pakistan. Oxfam has now reached more than 1.4 million people so far with humanitarian aid, providing clean water, hygiene supplies and hot food. Take action Pakistan pays 44% of all taxes it collects repaying its international debts, and hands over around 3 times more on debt than it spends on healthcare every year. Act now: tell the world's Finance Ministers to drop Pakistan's debt The situation There is a desperate need for temporary shelter, clean drinking water and toilets to avert a public health catastrophe . People also need medical care and basic food items. People in the flood's wake were already desperately poor and what little possessions they had have been washed away. Three months after floods devastated Pakistan, cases of disease are increasing and in the worst-hit region, the southern province of Sindh, large areas remain underwater. At the same time, funds for the UN flood appeal are drying up and threatening the aid and reconstruction effort. As winter approaches, seven million people are still without adequate shelter. Slideshow: Pakistan floods three months on Oxfam is there Oxfam is on the ground providing clean water, sanitation kits and hygiene supplies in the hardest-hit areas.

27. Pakistan Floods: Famida Ghancha Describes The Situation | Oxfam International Significant floods in the United States During the 20th CenturyUSGS Measures a Century of floods http://www.oxfam.org/en/emergencies/pakistan-floods-2010/famida-ghancha-three-mo

English Français Español Jobs ... Skip to Navigation Search this site: Home Emergencies Pakistan floods 2010 Pakistan floods: Famida Ghancha describes the situation Pakistan floods: Famida Ghancha describes the situation Three months after floods devastated Pakistan, cases of disease are increasing and in the worst-hit region, the southern province of Sindh, large areas remain underwater. At the same time, funds for the UN flood appeal are drying up and threatening the aid and reconstruction effort. As winter approaches, seven million people are still without adequate shelter. Oxfam's Caroline Gluck met with one woman, Famida Ghancha, who describes the situation that she and her family face. Famida Ghancha, in her 30s, has six children (three girls, three boys). Her youngest son is three. Her husband had an electrical shop in Khushal village, Mehar, Dadu District. She describes her current situation: “My son got sick after the floods. He had fever, diarrhea and was really weak. I got sick too. “The floods came at night and everyone was sleeping , the waters suddenly poured in and our beds were floating. We rushed out, leaving the house straight away. We only had some blankets, that was it. We had no livestock.

28. Weather Articles - Weather Forecasts And News - Weather Science Links and background information on the geological occurrence of floods including fact sheets, emergency information and preparedness, and recovery from flooding. http://weather.about.com/?once=true&

29. Floods: MedlinePlus floods are common in the United States. Weather such as heavy rain, thunderstorms or hurricanes can cause flooding. Flooding can also happen when a river or stream overflows http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/floods.html

pttitle = ""; Skip navigation A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health Home About MedlinePlus ... Contact Us Search MedlinePlus Health Topics ESPAĂ‘OL Other Topics: A B C D ... All Topics Floods URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/floods.html Floods are common in the United States. Weather such as heavy rain, thunderstorms or hurricanes can cause flooding. Flooding can also happen when a river or stream overflows its bank, when a levee is breached, or when a dam breaks. Flash floods, which can develop quickly, often have a dangerous wall of roaring water. The wall carries rocks, mud, and rubble and can sweep away most things in its path. Be aware of flood hazards no matter where you live, but especially if you live in a low-lying area, near water or downstream from a dam. Although there are no guarantees of safety during a flood, you can take actions to protect yourself. You should have a disaster plan . Being prepared can help reduce fear, anxiety and losses. Federal Emergency Management Agency Floods are common in the United States. Weather such as heavy rain, thunderstorms or hurricanes can cause flooding. Flooding can also happen when a river or stream overflows its bank, when a levee is breached, or when a dam breaks. Flash floods, which can develop quickly, often have a dangerous wall of roaring water. The wall carries rocks, mud, and rubble and can sweep away most things in its path.

30. Floods floods and Society. by Katy Pearce and Deborah Leib floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters in terms of human hardship and economic loss. http://www.umich.edu/~gs265/society/floods.htm

Floods and Society by Katy Pearce and Deborah Leib floodplains and that makes the chance of flood-related death higher. (Floods) Also the high costs and maintenance of flood protection systems and structures tends to turn communities off from proposing methods for dealing with this potential killer. Floods pose tremendous danger to people and property. Since 1900, floods have taken more than 10,000 lives in the United States alone. Eighty per cent of flood deaths take place in a vehicle. Just six inches of flood water can knock an adult down. Only two feet of water can float a large sized vehicle. One-third of flooded roads and bridges are so damaged that only fifty per cent of those trying to cross in a vehicle make it to the other side. (Facts About Flooding) A flood is defined as a high flow of water that comes from a body of water (Basics of Flooding) and overtops the normal confinements and/or covers land that is normally dry. (Nuhfer, Proctor, and Moser) Floods are the most common and widespread of all natural disasters, besides fire. (Backgrounder: Floods and Flash Floods) They are also the number one related killer. (Project Safeside: Flood and Flash Flood Safety) There are three major types of floods: river floods flash floods and coastal floods . River floods are caused by high or overflowing water from a river and typically occur after winter and spring rains and when snow is melting. (Flood and Flash Flood Occurrence) This water is directed to a major stream from its

31. Floods In Europe | Gallery | Guardian.co.uk Images and pictures of the European flooding. http://www.guardian.co.uk/gall/0,8542,775037,00.html

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32. Floods Free Pictures - FreeFoto.com Photographs of the floods that affected large areas of the Britain during early November 2000, which the Environment Agency said, were on the same scale as the Great floods of http://www.freefoto.com/browse/35-00-0?ffid=35-00-0

33. BBC NEWS | Europe | Dresden Fights Rising Waters Flood levels on the river Elbe are at a record high, forcing thousands of people from their homes as the city tries to protect its treasures. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/2198513.stm

NEWS SPORT WEATHER WORLD SERVICE ... A-Z INDEX SEARCH You are in: Europe News Front Page Africa Americas ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help LANGUAGES EDITIONS Change to UK Saturday, 17 August, 2002, 04:02 GMT 05:02 UK Dresden fights rising waters More rains are predicted for Saturday With flood levels at their highest for 157 years - and more rain predicted - people in Dresden are fighting to keep the water from doing even more damage to the east German city. About 14 people have been killed across eastern Germany and thousands have now been forced to leave vulnerable parts of Dresden, which has been waterlogged by the swollen River Elbe. The Semper Opera House will be closed for two months The city's historic centre is thought to be in acute danger in the face of predictions that the water could rise further still, with huge efforts required to save unique buildings and artefacts. The German Chancellor, Gerhard Schroeder, will host a meeting on Sunday in Berlin with ministers from Austria, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, as well as Romano Prodi, president of the European Commission, to discuss the floods. Click here to see a map of the region Meanwhile, residents are beginning to return to their homes in the Czech capital, Prague, where flood waters are finally beginning to recede.

34. CDC Floods Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Your Online Source for Credible Health Information http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/floods/

35. BBC NEWS | Europe | In Pictures: Europe's Flood Chaos Images of the floods which have swept across Europe. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/2193167.stm

NEWS SPORT WEATHER WORLD SERVICE ... A-Z INDEX SEARCH You are in: Europe News Front Page Africa Americas ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help LANGUAGES EDITIONS Change to UK Saturday, 17 August, 2002, 21:25 GMT 22:25 UK In pictures: Europe's flood chaos Flood waters in historic Dresden appear to stabilise at record levels, but other east German cities remain under threat of being swamped as waters surge downstream from the neighbouring Czech Republic and Austria. The Elbe looms large for volunteers building sandbag embankments in the east German town of Coswign Parts of the newly-restored old city of Dresden have been badly damaged Tens of thousands of people were evacuated from the city This purification plant has so far managed to keep the dirty water out Downriver in Magdeburg, volunteers await the deluge The north of the Czech Republic continues to be battered The clean-up has begun in Prague and parts of Dresden, too European havoc Flood lessons In pictures Art saved Slovakia's relief Germany ravaged Footing the bill Dresden's treasures Prague drama Czechs warned Flight before the flood A seal's odyssey Freak phenomenon?

36. BBC NEWS | Entertainment | Art Saved From European Floods Priceless works of art and historic cultural landmarks appear to have been saved from the devastating floods in Prague and Dresden. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/arts/2195743.stm

NEWS SPORT WEATHER WORLD SERVICE ... A-Z INDEX SEARCH You are in: Entertainment News Front Page Africa Americas ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help EDITIONS Change to UK Thursday, 15 August, 2002, 15:58 GMT 16:58 UK Art saved from European floods The Zwinger Palace in Dresden was deluged Most of the historic works of art and cultural landmarks in Prague and Dresden appear to have been saved from the floodwaters that have devastated the cities. The torrents have raged through parts of the historic centres of both cities, which contain numerous galleries, museums and theatres. Prague's National Theatre in drier times Many important pieces of art in Prague were moved out of harm's way before the waters arrived, according to Alfredo Azula, managing editor of English language newspaper the Prague Post. "It looks like we've been lucky. We had a lot of warning that the water was coming, so that stuff was moved to higher ground," he told BBC News Online. The city's historic National Theatre, a landmark that dates from 1881 and became a symbol of Czech national renaissance in the 19th century, had been under threat of collapse. But is expected to survive now that water levels are dropping, Mr Azula said.

37. BBC NEWS | Europe | Austrian Anger Grows Over Floods Nick Thorpe reports from Austria where scientists claim the current flooding could have been prevented. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/2192722.stm

NEWS SPORT WEATHER WORLD SERVICE ... A-Z INDEX SEARCH You are in: Europe News Front Page Africa Americas ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help LANGUAGES EDITIONS Change to UK Wednesday, 14 August, 2002, 13:12 GMT 14:12 UK Austrian anger grows over floods Businesses in Linz have been devastated by the floods By Nick Thorpe BBC correspondent in Linz, Austria The top of the street sign is still just visible above the brown, vengeful flood. "Upper Danube Street," it reads. One trembles to think what has become of "Lower Danube Street." At first light on Wednesday, the former inhabitants and shop owners on the left bank of the River Danube were already out in force. They were washing the mud off the outside of their houses or pouring water, by the bucketful, out of their front doors - as though bailing out a sinking ship. Could this flooding have been prevented? While the floods begin to fall in upper Austria, they are still rising in lower Austria, with the city of Krems particularly hard hit. But while the most dramatic pictures focus on the historic towns along the Danube, questions are beginning to be asked about the causes of the flooding and the human errors which may have made the loss of life and damage worse that it should have been.

38. BBC NEWS | Europe | Zoo Animals Killed In Prague Floods An elephant and a hippopotamus are dead and a gorilla is missing after flood waters swamped Prague s zoo. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/2193483.stm

NEWS SPORT WEATHER WORLD SERVICE ... A-Z INDEX SEARCH You are in: Europe News Front Page Africa Americas ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help LANGUAGES EDITIONS Change to UK Wednesday, 14 August, 2002, 16:46 GMT 17:46 UK Zoo animals killed in Prague floods Kadir the elephant was trapped in his enclosure Humans are not the only victims of the floods in Prague. An elephant and a hippopotamus had to be put down and a gorilla was feared to have drowned after the rising waters reached the Zoological Garden on the edge of the Czech capital. We fear that the gorilla is no longer alive because the entire house where it used to live is under water Vit Khale, Zoo spokesman The Indian elephant, called Kadir, was a large, older male and had been separated from the other elephants. But he became trapped in his flooded enclosure, and zookeepers concluded the 35-year-old animal could not be rescued. They decided to kill the elephant rather than let it drown. Kadir has been a zoo favourite since 1968, and has even appeared in several Czech films.

39. Flooding floods AND FLASH floods Flash floods occur within a few minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, a dam or levee failure, or a sudden release of water held by an ice jam. http://www.ussartf.org/flooding.htm

United States Search and Rescue Task Force Flooding FLOODS AND FLASH FLOODS Flash floods occur within a few minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, a dam or levee failure, or a sudden release of water held by an ice jam. Flash floods can roll boulders, tear out trees, destroy buildings and bridges, and scour out new channels. Rapidly rising water can reach heights of 30 feet or more. Furthermore, flash flood-producing rains can also trigger catastrophic mud slides. You will not always have a warning that these deadly, sudden floods are coming. Most flood deaths are due to FLASH FLOODS. Most flash flooding is caused by slow-moving thunderstorms, thunderstorms repeatedly moving over the same area, or heavy rains from hurricanes and tropical storms. Types of Flooding River Flooding Flooding along rivers is a natural and inevitable part of life. Some floods occur seasonally when winter or spring rains, coupled with melting snow, fill river basins with too much water too quickly. Torrential rains from decaying hurricanes or tropical systems can also produce river flooding. Coastal Flooding Winds generated from tropical storms and hurricanes or intense offshore low pressure systems can drive ocean water inland and cause significant flooding. Escape routes can be blocked off and blocked by high water. Coastal flooding can also be produced by sea waves called tsunamis, sometimes referred to as tidal waves. These waves are produced by earthquakes or volcanic activity.

40. BBC NEWS | Business | Czechs Count The Cost Of Floods Flooding in Europe looks set seriously to disrupt the Czech Republic s economy, forcing the government to borrow more. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/2191221.stm

NEWS SPORT WEATHER WORLD SERVICE ... A-Z INDEX SEARCH You are in: Business News Front Page Africa Americas ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help EDITIONS Change to UK Tuesday, 13 August, 2002, 15:28 GMT 16:28 UK Czechs count the cost of floods Prague residents survey the damage Severe flooding in central Europe looks set seriously to disrupt the Czech Republic's economy, forcing the government to borrow more. The final repair bill could exceed the Ł1.2bn spent putting right the damage caused by a previous bout of flooding in 1997, according to reports. The Czech crown fell by more than 1% against the euro on Tuesday amid fears that public sector borrowing will have to rise in order to pay for reparations. The Czech government, which was already planning to run a budget deficit next year, is now thought likely to fall even deeper into the red. The latest inundation came as the government was facing final payouts on bonds it issued to pay for repairs after the 1997 floods. It has so far announced an initial emergency aid package worth $34m.

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