flood disaster
Coverage of flood disaster in the Nexus archive.
- Latest Precipitation Models Still Seem to Underestimate Risk as ‘1,000-Year’ Rain Events Pummel Texas
The Nueces River in South Texas flowed at twice the rate of Niagara Falls during a recent flood, the region's second major disaster in two years. Federal data indicates a steep rise in rainfall intensity in South Texas over recent decades.
- Life-threatening flood disaster erupts in same Texas region as Camp Mystic as locals are ordered to 'seek higher ground NOW'
A life-threatening flood disaster has occurred in the Texas region associated with Camp Mystic, prompting urgent orders for residents to 'seek higher ground NOW'.
- Investigators release final report on Camp Mystic flood disaster
Texas investigators released a final report on the deadly flooding at Camp Mystic on July 4, 2025, citing leadership failures in safety, emergency response, and family reunifications. The 115-page report was detailed by Jason Allen.
- China official mocked for wearing gold earrings while crying about local flood disaster
A Chinese official who cried about her village’s flood disaster faced sarcastic comments for wearing gold earrings, but received majority online support. The floods in Hunan’s Shimen county caused six deaths, ten missing, and affected over 100,000 people.