Flood relief efforts led by visually impaired volunteer in Odisha
A visually impaired volunteer is leading relief efforts in flood-affected Kendrapara, Odisha. The headline indicates significant flooding and ongoing relief operations.
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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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Valencia hit by winds reaching 150 km/h after record heat
Valencia was hit by winds of up to 150 km/h following record heat.
Kittle Fire expands to 23 acres
Reports indicate that the Kittle Fire had grown to 23 acres on Thursday morning. No further details on damage or evacuations are provided.
Wisconsin tornado count reaches second-highest annual total on record
Reports indicate that Wisconsin has recorded its second-highest yearly tornado total on record. The headline does not provide a specific count or current damage assessment.
National Hurricane Center monitors new Atlantic area of interest
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a new area of interest in the Atlantic.
Twin rivers rise as authorities remain on alert
Two rivers are rising slowly, prompting authorities to remain on alert.
Ainslie Creek wildfire activity increased in British Columbia on August 20, 2026
The Ainslie Creek wildfire, part of British Columbia’s Brunswick Complex, saw increased fire behaviour on August 20 as warmer, drier conditions took hold. Wind was expected to increase activity the following day, while crews continued efforts to limit growth toward the north and east.
Border 2 wildfire remained out of control near Ross Lake in 2026
The Border 2, or Hozomeen Mountain, wildfire began after lightning in Washington on July 17, 2026, crossed into British Columbia and remained under joint firefighting efforts near Ross Lake.
Flooding forces an Italian restaurant in Shirlington to close indefinitely
Corso Italian in Shirlington reportedly closed indefinitely after flooding.
Torrential rain causes flooding, fallen trees and a blackout in Tuscany
A cloudburst in Tuscany caused flooding, fallen trees, trapped vehicles and a blackout near Florence.
Woman survives eight days in bear-infested mountains after flash flood
A woman survived eight days in Gunma's mountains after a flash flood.
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes Peru
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Peru after authorities had conducted an exercise for a major earthquake and tsunami.
Concerns emerge over wildfire risk in the Palisades rebuilding effort
A report questions whether rebuilding in the Palisades area adequately addresses the risk of future fires.
Forest fire destroys ancient trees and disrupts A31 reopening
A forest fire destroyed ancient trees, while National Highways provided an update on reopening the A31.
Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes southern Peru
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck the Andean Ayacucho region in southern Peru.
Magnitude 7.2 earthquake reported in Peru
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake reportedly affected Lima, Ica and Cusco, with avalanches also reported. The headline describes the event as ongoing.
Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes Peru
The headline reports a magnitude 7.2 earthquake in Peru.
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes Peru near Lima
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake occurred southeast of Lima and was felt in the capital.
Political priorities set after an earthquake
Pacto responded to Abelardo and outlined priorities following an earthquake. The headline does not provide the earthquake's location or scale.
Arctic ice melt is changing the global climate
The headline reports that melting Arctic ice is altering the global climate.
NALDA plans to involve 2,500 youths in planting one million trees
NALDA plans to engage additional youths in a large-scale tree-planting initiative.
Wildfire evacuees begin returning home in British Columbia
The youngest evacuees affected by wildfires in British Columbia have begun processing their return home.
San Isabel National Forest remains closed because of the Aspen Acres Fire
San Isabel National Forest remains closed during the Aspen Acres Fire. The closure indicates an ongoing wildfire hazard in the area.
Hampton works to protect vulnerable neighborhoods from sea-level rise
Hampton is undertaking efforts to insulate vulnerable neighborhoods against rising sea levels.
Report highlights Himalayan vulnerability in Uttarakhand
The headline addresses Uttarakhand's vulnerability in the Himalayas, but does not specify a particular disaster.
Shanghai hit by its worst storm in 75 years
Shanghai experienced what was described as its worst storm in 75 years.
Earthquake rubble survivor found after three days in Indonesia
An 84-year-old woman was found alive three days after an earthquake in Indonesia, beneath collapsed rubble.
Heavy storms forecast after tornado strikes Brandenburg
Storms with heavy rainfall are expected in Berlin and Brandenburg after a tornado struck Fürstenwalde.
European seas experience record warmth linked to climate change
Reports indicate record warmth in European seas and attribute it to climate change.
Severe storm and flooding threaten the Interstate 95 corridor
Forecasts warn of severe storms and a flood threat along the Interstate 95 corridor. The affected area includes a major population and transport corridor.
Massive flooding places Bulacan under a state of calamity
Bulacan, Philippines, was placed under a state of calamity amid massive flooding.
Ontario First Nation evacuated after nursing station flooding
An Ontario First Nation was evacuated for the second time this summer after flooding affected its nursing station.
Indonesia addresses basic needs after earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara
Indonesian authorities are accelerating damage data collection, prioritizing survivors' basic needs and sending water tankers to earthquake victims in East Nusa Tenggara.
Flood relief provided in Assam
Organizations donated funds and delivered relief to more than 12,000 people affected by flooding in Assam.
Dozens of firefighters battle Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon
More than 50 British Columbia Wildfire Service members continue fighting the Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon.
Three Queens Fire burns more than 3,800 acres, prompting evacuations and closures
The Three Queens Fire has burned over 3,800 acres near Kachess and Cle Elum lakes. Extensive evacuations and closures are in effect in the surrounding area.
Tornadoes and severe storms hit Germany, killing one person and damaging homes
Tornadoes and severe storms in Germany tore off roofs and uprooted trees. One woman was killed, and dozens of homes were damaged.
Tornadoes and extreme heat hit Germany, with heat linked to thousands of deaths this year
Tornadoes and hot weather have affected Germany. The headline says this year's heat has claimed thousands of lives.
Flooding keeps roads closed in Liverpool
Flooding in Liverpool has kept roads closed, and United Utilities has issued an update.
Hail and wind gusts up to 110 km/h prompt orange alert in Milan
Hailstorms and wind gusts of up to 110 km/h have led to an orange weather alert in Milan. Parks and swimming pools are being closed.