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Story Archives of 'Floods'
How To Tame a Wayward River
By Amy Quinton on Thursday, May 7, 2009.Almost three years have passed since the flood-swollen Suncook River jumped its banks and formed a new channel. Since then, the river’s path continues to move east, eroding land and threatening roads and homes.
The Department of Environmental Services planned to stabilize the river to prevent future damage and flooding. But as New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, the Department now has no money to pay for the project.
A Little Less Flood Control Might Help Save Unique Forests
By Amy Quinton on Thursday, April 30, 2009.Dams that control flood waters across the state may be harming a unique type of forest.
Floodplain forests --once abundant along river corridors-- now account for less than two percent of New Hampshire. The Nature Conservancy and the US Army Corps of Engineers are studying these forests to learn how to protect them while still safeguarding cities and towns from floods.
New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports on the forests’ distinctive ecology.
China, After the Floods
By Elise Potaka on Wednesday, February 18, 2009.
In China, decisions about economic development and infrastructure projects are generally handed down from above. Affected communities rarely have any meaningful say in the process, and are left to adapt to the often adverse social and environmental effects as best as they can. But, as Living on Earth reporter Elise Potaka discovered, in southwest Yunnan Province, at least one community is forging a new path.
The Story of the Alstead Flood is Coming to an End
By Donna Moxley on Monday, July 28, 2008.As residents, insurance assessors and federal and state officials try to understand the extent of last week’s tornado, another story of a weather related disaster is slowly coming to a close.
Over the weekend, the community of Alstead held an old-fashioned barn-raising with a modern twist.
Friends and framers from across the region came to help rebuild Kmiec’s Garage.
The landmark auto shop is one of the last projects remaining to recover from the October, 2005 flood.
The Keene Sentinel’s Donna Moxley reports.
Initial Report on what Caused Floods Released
By 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.
Communities Prepare for Possible Spring Flooding
By Amy Quinton on Monday, March 10, 2008.New Hampshire communities avoided major flooding this weekend.
But as the state’s near-record snowfall begins to melt, emergency management officials are keeping a close watch on the weather and the rising rivers.
As New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, officials in one flood-prone community hope they’re better prepared this spring.
New Hampshire's Spring Floods
By 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
- Christopher Pope, state director of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
- James Gallagher, chief engineer of Water Division for the Department of Environmental Services
New Hampshire Sets Up Animal Rescue Teams
By 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.
Study of Floods Underway
By Amy Quinton on Thursday, December 13, 2007.An independent evaluation of what caused the major floods of 2006 and 2007 is now underway.
The first public meeting outlining the scope of that project was held Wednesday night in Concord.
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.
Town Planners Look To New Designs to Control Floods
By 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.
