Magnitude 5.3 earthquake strikes near Ruteng, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred in East Manggarai Regency, 49 kilometers northeast of Ruteng, Indonesia, on August 20, 2026.
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Norway Allocates 15 Million NOK to Hurricane Sandy Victims in Haiti and Cuba
Norway is providing 15 million Norwegian kroner to people affected by Hurricane Sandy in Haiti and Cuba.
Climate change could substantially increase wildfire area in Europe
A study projects that climate change could nearly triple the area burned by wildfires in Europe. Even a best-case scenario is expected to bring a substantial increase.
Possible tornado reported in Germany's Ilm district
Headlines discuss a possible tornado in Thuringia and how such an event would be confirmed. The reported severe-weather event remains uncertain.
CPI(M) Announces Statewide Protests Over Assam Flood Crisis
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) plans statewide protests in Assam on August 21 concerning the ongoing flood crisis.
Flood threats extend from New York City to Maine
Remnants of Phillip and a cold front are bringing conditions that threaten flooding across the area from New York City to Maine over the weekend.
Swell surge alert issued for Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep
A swell surge alert has been issued for Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep. The waves are linked to distant storms and may arrive without warning.
Winter storm death toll rises to 25 in Buffalo area
The death toll from a winter storm has risen to 25, while the Buffalo, New York area remains trapped under snow.
Flash floods in Korea leave seven dead and trap 15 vehicles in a tunnel
Flash floods in Korea trapped 15 vehicles in a tunnel, leaving seven people dead.
Bengkulu seeks two additional tsunami warning sirens
Authorities in Bengkulu, Indonesia, are seeking two more tsunami warning sirens from the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB).
Powerful earthquake strikes Japan, causing several deaths
A powerful earthquake struck Japan and caused several deaths, according to the headline.
Statewide outages persist as Hawaii prepares for another storm
Restoration efforts are continuing across Hawaii after widespread outages, while customers are being urged to prepare for a new storm.
Lunar cycle may amplify high-tide flooding along U.S. coastlines in the mid-2030s
NASA scientists found that the Moon’s 18.6-year wobble will amplify ordinary high tides on U.S. coastlines starting in the mid-2030s. The resulting tides could cause flooding on some streets during calm, sunny conditions.
Drought and heat expose historic shipwreck in Serbia as European rivers run dry
Severe drought and heat have lowered river levels in Serbia enough to expose a century-old shipwreck. The reports describe the event as part of wider drying affecting Europe's rivers.
Hurricane Ernesto Makes Landfall in Bermuda
Hurricane Ernesto has made landfall in Bermuda, a British territory. The headline does not provide further details on damage or casualties.
Monsoon flooding strands people in Thomasians for hours
Monsoon flooding on August 17 left people identified as Thomasians stranded for several hours. The headline does not provide further details on the affected area or extent of damage.
Washington lawmakers seek meeting with Trump over wildfires
Ferguson and Baumgartner are seeking a meeting with President Trump concerning wildfires in Washington state.
Earthquake strikes holiday island near a supervolcano
An earthquake has struck a holiday island described as being associated with a supervolcano. The headline provides no details on magnitude, damage or casualties.
Flooding and storms threaten parts of Indiana
Storms and flooding affected Indiana, with a flood warning and flood watch issued by the National Weather Service. The weather also posed a risk to the Indiana State Fair.
Severe storms in Germany leave one person dead
Severe storms in Germany reportedly killed a father while he was traveling to pick up his child from kindergarten.
Earthquake Shakes Flores, Residents Flee Homes
An earthquake struck Flores, causing residents to panic and run outside their homes. The headline provides no details on magnitude, casualties, or damage.
Mount Etna erupts in Italy after fatal lightning strike involving US tourists
Mount Etna erupted one day after a lightning strike killed US tourists. The headline does not provide further details about the eruption or its effects.
Wildfires in Maui force people to flee into the ocean
Wildfires in Maui intensified in conditions associated with Hurricane Dora, prompting people to escape by entering the ocean. The headline describes an active wildfire emergency on the island.
Cost to fight 20 Washington wildfires exceeds $200 million
The cost of battling 20 wildfires in Washington has surpassed $200 million. The headline does not provide further details about the fires' size, damage, or casualties.
New flood plan follows Woronora dam overflow and 2022 disaster
A new flood plan has been announced for Woronora following the 2022 disaster and dam overflow. The headline does not provide further details about the plan or current conditions.
Lawmakers approve $6 million for Lala recovery
Lawmakers assessed damage from Lala and approved $6 million in emergency funds for recovery. The headlines do not specify the type or full extent of the damage.
Volcano erupts on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula
A volcano erupted on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula. The headline provides no further details about the eruption’s size, damage or disruption.
Ships trapped in Strait of Hormuz may increase bioinvasion risk
A report says about 1,500 ships trapped in the Strait of Hormuz are contributing to the growth of an underwater organism population described as a potential source of a major bioinvasion. The headline does not specify the organism or confirm that an invasion has occurred.
Drought returns to devastate parts of Ethiopia's Tigray region
Drought has returned to Abergelle Yechila in Ethiopia's Tigray region, causing severe effects in the area.
US to Send Hospital Ship to Peru Amid El Niño Threat
The United States plans to send a hospital ship to Peru as an El Niño threat looms. The headline does not provide further details about the threat or deployment.
Tornado reported near Brodnica as weather alerts issued for parts of Poland
A tornado was reported near Brodnica, with video recordings circulating. Weather alerts were issued for parts of Poland.
Libyan flood survivors face water shortages and landmine risks
Survivors of flooding in Libya are dealing with a lack of water while also facing risks from landmines.
Tornado confirmed in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Germany's weather service confirmed a tornado in Rhineland-Palatinate following severe weather. Local officials reported substantial chaos afterward.
Climate shocks and governance failures contribute to food-chain disruption in Sindh
A report indicates a food-chain collapse in Sindh, attributing it to climate shocks and governance failures. No further details about the scale or specific impacts are provided.
Minnesota counties receive disaster aid after severe weather
The Minnesota governor approved disaster aid for counties in southeastern Minnesota. The headlines identify the assistance but do not specify the underlying damage.
New Zealand prioritizes disaster response over risk reduction
New Zealand is described as prioritizing disaster response rather than measures to reduce disaster risks. The headline does not specify a particular disaster or immediate incident.
Gelatinous marine species removed hundreds of thousands of tonnes from the Black Sea food web
A gelatinous organism about 10 centimeters long, previously thought to consume very little, has caused the disappearance of hundreds of thousands of tonnes from the Black Sea over nine years. The headline does not specify the organism or the exact nature of what disappeared.
Ticino River reaches half of its historic minimum flow
Drone footage shows the Ticino River at the Panperduto area divided into channels, with its flow described as half of the historic minimum level.
Atmospheric River Stalls Over Southern California, Bringing Flood and Mudslide Risk
An atmospheric river has stalled in Southern California, adding to a series of floods and mudslides. The headline indicates ongoing adverse weather impacts in the region.
Jamaica hurricane recovery programme reached 6,426 children and caregivers
Seven months after Hurricane Melissa devastated parts of Jamaica, Children First Agency and UNICEF said a recovery project had reached 6,426 children and caregivers in three parishes with psychosocial and parenting support.