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STORM SURGE RESILIENCE
In 2016, New Smyrna Beach faced Hurricane Matthew with planted living shorelines; winds topped 90 mph, yet the demonstration structures remained standing- In 2000, NOAA planted 500 square meters of cordgrass and added oyster shell on Pivers Island; the living shoreline later weathered Hurricanes Irene and Florence
- In 2002, Albany buried 1,500 feet of Patroon Creek underground. 18 years later, daylighting restored the stream and improved flood resilience across the project area too
- In Texas, oyster-shell waste became reef “shell bags”; along Galveston Bay, the new shell reefs supported living oysters and helped stabilize shorelinesThe Galveston Bay Foundation has initiated a commendable recycling program to repurpose oyster shells from local restaurants for vital reef...27 Aug, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- In 1992, deadly category 5 Hurricane Andrew caused massive destructions in Florida, 34 years later as rising sea level flooding threatens nearly 40 per cent of U.S. population, Miami, other areas are showing how to be ready for doomsdayAs global average temperatures climb because of fossil fuel emissions, so do sea levels, making low-lying coastal cities vulnerable to floo...24 Aug, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
- Meet South Florida teenager Theo Quenee who turned his rooftop into a mangrove nursery after Hurricane IrmaHurricane Irma's devastation prompted Theo Quenee to rescue hundreds of mangrove seedlings. He transformed his home's roof into a nursery, ...05 Aug, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
- For over a decade, Louisiana groups have been planting cypress and tupelo trees to help buffer hurricanes; 30,000 are planned near Lake BorgneVolunteers are replanting thousands of trees near Lake Borgne, Louisiana. These efforts aim to rebuild a natural buffer against storm surge...31 Jul, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- To guard Rotterdam from the sea, the Netherlands built two swinging steel arms, each 210 meters long, among the largest moving structures on Earth, closing against storm surgesThe Maeslant Barrier protects Rotterdam from North Sea surges. This massive structure exemplifies Dutch water management expertise and fore...29 Jul, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
- In 2013, the Army Corps fortified Lake Borgne with the $1.1 billion 'Great Wall of Louisiana,' the biggest design-build in its history, to shield New Orleans from another KatrinaIn the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the weaknesses in infrastructure were starkly highlighted, leading to the creation of the IHNC–Lake ...23 Jul, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
- India's gem and jewellery exports rise 26.5% in June, shining at $2.21 billionIndia's gem and jewellery exports saw a significant rebound in June, increasing by 26.5 percent. Lower international gold prices and improv...22 Jul, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
- Match Your AI Strategy to Your Organization’s RealityArtificial intelligence is often hailed as a game changer, but too many firms discover that their bold AI pilots collapse when their operat...15 Jul, 2026, 04.01 PM IST
- Hormuz & Iran war can slow India down but not hold it backDespite the Iran war, Strait of Hormuz risks and elevated crude oil prices, the IMF expects India to remain one of the world's fastest-grow...09 Jul, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
- Are US-Iran headed back to war? What next after Trump's new threatsTrump's comments have intensified the US-Iran crisis with new threats. He is now considering attacks on Iran's power and water infrastructu...09 Jul, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
- Philippines on high alert as Super Typhoon Fung-wong approaches with extreme winds and heavy rainsSuper Typhoon Fung-wong, locally known as Uwan, has intensified into a massive storm with sustained winds of 185 kph, poised to impact near...09 Nov, 2025, 12.11 PM IST
- Lynx extend home win streak to 11 after close win over SkyCourtney Williams' 25 points propelled the Minnesota Lynx to an 80-75 comeback victory against the Chicago Sky, maintaining their perfect 1...07 Jul, 2025, 08.57 AM IST
- Hurricane Idalia threatens Florida: Impact on Disney World, airports, and theme parksAs Hurricane Idalia takes aim at Florida, the state's renowned tourism sector faces the imminent threat of the storm. Precautions are being...29 Aug, 2023, 10.24 PM IST
- Hurricane Hilary to maintain ‘hurricane’ status after landfall in Southern California, heavy rainfall and flooding expectedThe arrival of Hurricane Hilary is causing apprehension throughout Southern California as the area readies itself for substantial heavy rai...19 Aug, 2023, 07.44 PM IST
- India is standout nation in global gloom, caution aheadThe economy has so far staged a smart recovery after the bruising impact of Covid waves. Several indicators have pointed to growth getting ...26 Dec, 2022, 10.30 PM IST
- Odisha launches Rs 763.5 crore cyclone resilient saline embankment projectThe Water Resources department on Saturday issued a notification on launching of Rs 763.5 crore 'Cyclone Resilient Saline Embankment Projec...04 Sep, 2022, 06.17 PM IST
- India, ADB sign USD 251 mn loan for urban flood management in ChennaiDepartment of Economic Affairs Additional Secretary Rajat Kumar Mishra and ADB India Resident Mission Country Director Takeo Konishi signed...28 Oct, 2021, 07.49 PM IST
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