Severe weather causes damage in Italy
A rainstorm and severe weather in Italy caused widespread damage and fear, according to the headline.
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Disasters & extreme weather
Natural disasters and severe weather: reported damage, affected communities and disruption to everyday services.
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Wildfires remain active in British Columbia and Scotland
A new wildfire is being held near the Bradley Creek blaze west of Vernon, British Columbia. Firefighters have left the scene of a Cairngorms wildfire after nearly five weeks.
British Columbia wildfire damages more than 150 structures and forces 20,000 evacuations
A wildfire in British Columbia damaged or destroyed at least 150 structures and forced about 20,000 people to evacuate. Evacuations in Summerland have ended, while reports say the province's fire season has damaged or destroyed more than 500 structures.
Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 70, with 22,000 evacuated
An earthquake in Indonesia has killed 70 people and led to the evacuation of 22,000 others. Food shortages have been reported.
Major earthquake in Colombia prompts international humanitarian response
A major earthquake in Colombia has affected cities and communities, prompting humanitarian assistance from India, China and the United Nations. Aid efforts are focused on supporting about 100,000 people, while additional community and religious relief initiatives are underway.
Earthquake fears and displacement affect residents of Pozzuoli near Campi Flegrei
Reports indicate displaced residents in Pozzuoli dealing with an earthquake and ongoing fear, alongside funding for those displaced. The headlines do not provide details on the earthquake’s magnitude or the number of people affected.
Earthquake damage in Colombia prompts reconstruction aid for schools and a university
Headlines say Shakira visited earthquake-damaged areas and schools in Colombia and announced education aid, including reconstruction of a university and ten schools. The headlines do not provide details about the earthquake’s magnitude or casualties.
Earthquake in Granada prompts Alhambra evacuation and injures three
An earthquake in Granada, Spain, led to the evacuation of the Alhambra and left three people injured.
Over 10,465 insurance claims filed after August 10 earthquake
More than 10,465 insurance claims have been submitted following the earthquake on August 10. The headline does not specify the earthquake’s location or the extent of damage.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes Indonesia’s Flores Island
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores Island in Indonesia, prompting travel-safety advice about Bali and Indonesia.
Most evacuation orders lifted in Summerland, British Columbia
Authorities lifted evacuation orders for the majority of properties in Summerland, British Columbia. The headlines indicate that evacuation measures related to a local emergency have been reduced.
Thousands of Aftershocks Follow Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake in Flores, NTT
Reports indicate 3,055 to 3,752 aftershocks following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, with some reaching magnitude 6.2. Additional earthquakes between magnitude 5.6 and 5.8 were reported, while BMKG said they posed no tsunami threat.
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake injures three in Granada, Spain
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Granada, Spain, injuring three people. Headlines also report cracks, falling debris and preventive evacuations in the city.
Heavy rains flood districts of Lima; Villa El Salvador may be declared an emergency
Heavy rains have flooded districts of Lima, and Villa El Salvador is set to be declared an emergency area. The headline provides no further details on damage or casualties.
Hurricane Lala destroys more than 100 homes in Hawaii
Hurricane Lala has destroyed more than 100 homes in Hawaii.
Indonesia earthquake kills 68 and injures more than 200
An earthquake in Indonesia has killed 68 people and injured more than 200. Authorities are continuing to confirm the impacts.
Colombia's Wealthiest Family Donates $48 Million for Earthquake Reconstruction
Colombia's wealthiest family has donated $48 million to support reconstruction after an earthquake. The headline does not specify the earthquake's location, damage or casualties.
Public kitchens to provide 3,000 daily meals after NTT earthquake
Public kitchens will serve 3,000 meals daily following an earthquake in NTT, Indonesia.
Heavy rain causes waist-deep water on roads in Chattogram
Heavy rainfall has left roads in Chattogram, Bangladesh, submerged under waist-deep water.
Multiple areas respond to ongoing heavy rainfall
Authorities in multiple areas are carrying out emergency rescue and disaster-relief operations in response to persistent heavy rainfall, while working to maintain transport and essential services.
Chocó seeks experts to assess buildings affected by an earthquake
Authorities in Chocó are seeking experts to evaluate homes and buildings affected by an earthquake.
Moldova reports record-low water level in the Dniester Reservoir
Moldovan authorities reported a record minimum water level in the Dniester Reservoir. The headline provides no further details about the cause or impacts.
Spain has experienced a severe summer wildfire season
A map illustrates the extent of Spain’s exceptionally severe wildfire situation this summer. The headline does not provide specific figures or locations.
Severe flooding reported in Chelyabinsk
The Chelyabinsk city administration identified a cause of serious flooding in the city. The headline does not specify the cause or the extent of the flooding.
North end of Westside Road reopens amid Bradley Creek wildfire
The north end of Westside Road has reopened while the Vernon Bradley Creek wildfire continues. The headlines do not provide details on the fire’s size or damage.
Heavy rain brings flood risk amid hosepipe bans in England
The Met Office has warned that intense rain showers and potential flooding are expected within days. Another hosepipe ban has also been announced amid water-management concerns.
Earthquake in Colombia disrupts schooling and aid collection
An earthquake in Colombia has left thousands of children without classes. Bogotá has suspended aid collection starting today in response to the earthquake.
Tropical Storm Lala Causes Devastation in Hawaii
The headlines describe Tropical Storm Lala affecting Hawaii with strong winds and rain. One headline says the storm caused devastation, while another says it did not make landfall on the Big Island.
Worsening wildfires challenge fire protection and response efforts in the United States
Reports indicate worsening wildfires, difficulty passing fire-protection rules in some U.S. states, and federal job cuts making fires harder to fight. France is also preparing tax breaks for companies affected by wildfires.