Midwest U.S., Southeastern Africa Attempt To Recover From Cyclone Flooding
Massive cyclones in Nebraska and Mozambique caused loss of life and property.
Environment
Army Corps Of Engineers On Midwest Flooding
NPR's Scott Simon asks John Remus of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers about flooding in the Midwest and managing the Missouri River's flow.
Petrochemical Fire Reignites At Houston-Area Fuel Storage Facility
Officials say the new blaze was extinguished after about an hour. Amid a week of environmental mishaps, the Texas attorney general filed a lawsuit alleging violations of that state's clean air laws.
What Makes People Heed A Weather Warning — Or Not?
One social scientist says it's how people interpret these warnings that matters and that "we need to get out there and do a better job of understanding their perspective."
Boat Sinks In Iraq, Killing At Least 100 During New Year Celebration
The casualties included many children, as a vessel carrying Nowruz holiday revelers capsized in the Tigris River. Authorities said the boat appeared not to have had life vests on board.
'Biggest Fight Is Against The Clock' As Death Toll Rises From Cyclone Idai
More than 400 people have been killed from the storm and subsequent flooding across Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi.
Rebuilding Paradise, One New Home At A Time
While many doubt the wisdom of rebuilding in a fire zone, the first building permits have been issued as the town of Paradise, Calif. begins to recover from the devastating Camp Fire of last November.
Ohio Regulators Say Fish From Cuyahoga River Are Safe To Eat
The Cuyahoga River flows through Cleveland. In the 1960s, the old industrial city was so polluted that the river repeatedly caught fire. Decades of environmental regulation has made a difference.
'Poppy Apocalypse': A California City Swarmed By Selfie Stick-Toting Tourists
More than 100,000 people descended on Lake Elsinore, Calif., over the weekend for a chance to frolic among the flowers. City officials strained to keep up.
Nebraska Floods: 74 Cities, 65 Counties Declare A State of Emergency
Vice President Pence will visit Nebraska on Tuesday to survey damage caused by Midwest floods that have killed at least four people and displaced hundreds.