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weather2 years ago

"Ophelia's Wrath: NYC Residents Urged to Flee Basement Apartments as Massive Storm Soaks East Coast"

New York City residents are being urged to evacuate their basement apartments and seek higher ground as post-tropical storm Ophelia continues to bring heavy rain and the threat of dangerous flooding to the city. Ophelia made landfall in North Carolina before moving up the East Coast, causing power outages and flooding in several states. NYC Emergency Management has issued a travel advisory and warned residents to stay vigilant, especially those living in flood-prone areas. The storm is expected to produce additional rainfall and coastal hazards, including rip currents and rough surf.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Chicago Residents Left Hanging as Floods Destroy Basement Apartments

Heavy rainfall in the Chicago area over the weekend caused widespread flooding, particularly in basement apartments, leaving many residents devastated and without shelter. The storm dumped up to 8 inches of rain in some areas, breaking records and overwhelming aging infrastructure. Immigrant families and working-class residents, who often lack renter's insurance, were hit the hardest. Calls for federal funding and assistance have been made, while residents are urged to begin cleanup to prevent mold. The mayor is seeking financial support to modernize infrastructure and address the impact of climate change.