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Story Archives of 'Floods'Initial Report on what Caused Floods ReleasedBy Amy Quinton on Wednesday, March 19, 2008.Federal Emergency Management officials have released their initial review of the last two major floods that hit New Hampshire. Their evaluation looked at the causes of the April 07 and May 06 floods and whether dam operations made flooding worse. As New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, many residents were surprised by some of the initial findings. listen:
  Communities Prepare for Possible Spring FloodingBy Amy Quinton on Monday, March 10, 2008.New Hampshire communities avoided major flooding this weekend. listen:
New Hampshire's Spring FloodsBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, March 6, 2008.Before "Mud Season," there could be "Flood Season." New Hampshire officials say they’re concerned about the huge snowpack we have this year. And with all that snow and ice, heavy spring rains could have nowhere to go but into our streets and our basements. We’ll look at what the state has learned from past flood events, how this year's conditions are different, and what preparations are already underway. Guests
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New Hampshire Sets Up Animal Rescue TeamsBy Amy Quinton on Thursday, January 24, 2008.Saving Kitty or Max during a major disaster or emergency may seem a bit extravagant when so many people need help. But federal law now requires cities and towns to have evacuation plans for animals during disasters…..or risk losing FEMA assistance. The mandate is a direct result of what happened in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina hit. Thousands of people were separated from their pets or forced to abandon them. Following the federal regulations, New Hampshire is setting up its own animal rescue teams to help during emergencies. NHPR’s Amy Quinton attended a recent training and files this report. listen:
Study of Floods UnderwayBy Amy Quinton on Thursday, December 13, 2007.An independent evaluation of what caused the major floods of 2006 and 2007 is now underway. As New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, the report will examine why flooding was so severe and if dam operations can be improved. listen:
Town Planners Look To New Designs to Control FloodsBy Amy Quinton on Tuesday, November 13, 2007.Extreme storms, like those New Hampshire experienced the past few years, are expected to increase in number with global climate change. That, coupled with more development, has town planners concerned about flooding. And stormwater runoff can threaten water quality in the state’s lakes and rivers. As New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, many communities are looking at innovative designs to manage the problem. listen:
Flood Damage To Phones Hurting Some Local BusinessesBy Mark Bevis on Friday, April 20, 2007.We've heard alot about the damage to homes, businesses, and roads from this weeks storms. But even people who were not swamped by flood waters are feeling the effects. When the Lamprey River flooded the Verizon switching station in Raymond, some 6 thousand phone lines were knocked out completely. And that's meant that businesses that rely on the phone for customers are taking a big hit. Jeff Kantor owns CarWorld. They sell recycled car parts.....mostly over the phone. And he tells NHPR's Mark Bevis, if it goes on much longer, he may have to lay people off. listen:
Governor and FEMA Tour Flood-Ravaged AllenstownBy Amy Quinton on Thursday, April 19, 2007.Governor John Lynch and Federal Emergency Management officials toured flood-ravaged Allenstown today. This is the second time in less than a year the town has been hit hard by flood waters from the Suncook River. As New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, the storm caused millions of dollars of damage to homes and roads. listen:
Epsom Deals with Flooding AgainBy Amy Quinton on Tuesday, April 17, 2007.Swollen streams and brooks in Epsom leaves some residents stranded and their homes flooded. New Hampshire Public Radio's Amy Quinton has more. listen:
Severe Floods Return To GoffstownBy Josh Rogers on Tuesday, April 17, 2007.Thousands of homes and businesses remain without power after Monday's storm. Crews have been coming in from out of state to help out, but utilities are saying it could take several days to get everyone back online. Hundreds of roads across New Hampshire were closed due to flood damage and state and local workers have been struggling round the clock to repair washed out roads and bridges. We'll have a report from Epsom in a minute. But NHPR's Josh Rogers files this report on his visit to parts of Goffstown where Governor John Lynch was assessing the flood damage. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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