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Last update: 4 hours agoHeat & climate risk at the World Cup: Scientists say dangerous heat is now nearly twice as likely as in 1994, with about a quarter of matches expected to push past safety limits—raising pressure for cooling and possible postponements. Flood tech, but faster decisions: A new look at how digital tools help cities use existing infrastructure for quicker flood response—highlighting Houston-style underpass alerts and smarter operations. Texas regulator scrutiny: Public Citizen’s TCEQ watchdog report says the agency is doing far fewer on-site investigations and is slow to respond to complaints, with enforcement backlogs that could take decades to clear. Disaster funding: FEMA approved $489.1M for recovery in Louisiana, New Mexico, and Texas, including COVID reimbursements. Local growth story: Census data spotlights Texas small cities—Celina leads the nation’s fastest growth list. Weather reality check: More severe storm and heat coverage is rolling in as the week turns.
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