Portugal community restores ecosystems to mitigate forest fires
An ecosystem restoration community in Portugal is working to regenerate water cycles as a measure against forest fires.
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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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Drought order requested for England's River Severn
A drought order has been requested for the River Severn. The headline indicates concern over water availability in the river system.
Final victim recovered after Broad Peak avalanche disaster
The last body was recovered following an avalanche disaster on Broad Peak.
Tornado causes destruction in Dover, Delaware
A tornado reportedly left a path of destruction in Dover, Delaware. The headline indicates significant local storm damage.
Wildfires affect communities in British Columbia
Multiple wildfires in British Columbia are affecting nearby residents, including a person living in their shadow. The headline indicates an ongoing wildfire hazard.
Historical lake disaster killed more than 1,700 people overnight
A report indicates a disaster in which a lake caused more than 1,700 deaths in a single night. No location or date is provided.
Severe weather causes numerous emergency callouts in parts of Austria
Severe weather led to numerous emergency operations in parts of Austria.
Drought prompts calls for government action in Austria
A drought has led to calls for Austrian Chancellor Stocker to address the situation.
Waterspout hits Long Island and causes widespread damage
A waterspout came ashore on Long Island and caused extensive damage.
APEC strengthens regional disaster preparedness
APEC is deepening disaster preparedness efforts as risks grow across the region.
Severe drought exposes submerged objects in the Danube
Drought in the Danube has revealed World War II-era vessels and other previously submerged remains, including a mammoth reportedly dating back 10,000 years.
Severe weather brings storms, lightning and strong winds across Italy
Bad weather is affecting Italy with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds, accompanied by multiple alerts.
Tornado causes destruction in Dover, Delaware
A tornado left a path of destruction in Dover, Delaware. The headlines provide no details on casualties or the extent of damage.
Greece issues heightened alert amid heatwave
Greece's Fire Service has been placed on alert during a heatwave.
Drought meetings begin as farmers face mounting strain
Weekly drought meetings are starting while farmers face increasing pressure. The supplied headline gives no location or scale.
Lake Mead reaches new lows, exposing submerged areas
Lake Mead is reported to have reached new low water levels, revealing previously submerged areas and old mysteries.
Severe weather prompts orange alert in central-eastern Liguria
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Sant'Olcese and Montoggio, with impacts also reported in Arenzano and Cogoleto. An orange weather alert remains in effect until 15:00.
Tropical Storm Cindy is being tracked
Tropical Storm Cindy is under active monitoring, with updated tracks and forecast models available. The headline does not specify impacts or affected locations.
Tropical ocean warming temporarily slows Antarctic ice loss
A study finds that a multiyear tropical warm pool temporarily slowed Antarctic mass loss. The finding concerns changes in climate-driven ice dynamics.
Cleanup continues after severe storm in Pinzgau
Mud, heavy equipment and thousands of emergency-service hours are involved in cleanup operations after severe weather in Pinzgau. The disruption is ongoing.
Rising seas threaten the Marshall Islands and may affect Europe
The Marshall Islands are facing severe sea-level-rise risks linked to the climate crisis. The headline highlights potential consequences extending beyond the Pacific.
Hanover faces severe post-Melissa conditions
Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness said conditions in Hanover were shockingly bad after Hurricane Melissa.
Flood-displaced families remain in roadside relief camp in Assam
More than a month after floods in Jorhat, nine families are still living in a roadside relief camp.
Ekiti government spends over ₦1 billion on flood control
The Ekiti government has allocated more than ₦1 billion to flood-control measures.
Wildfire out of control in Serbia as Russian firefighting aircraft deployed
A wildfire in Serbia has grown out of control, prompting the deployment of a Russian firefighting aircraft.
Climate change is reshaping daily life in one of Europe's hottest towns
A town described as Europe's hottest says climate change is altering everyday life. The headline does not specify the town or particular impacts.
Indiana seeks federal assistance after storms
Indiana is seeking federal storm assistance while the federal government considers reducing such support. The headline does not specify the storm’s damage or affected areas.
Philippine government delivers aid to flood-hit town
The Philippine government is providing aid to a town affected by flooding. The headline does not specify the scale of the flooding or casualties.
Wildfires prompt farmers to help firefighting efforts in Rhein-Erft
Farmers in Germany's Rhein-Erft district helped fight forest fires.
Moei River overflow prompts evacuations of border-market goods in Mae Sot
The Moei River overflowed, prompting vendors in Mae Sot to move their goods from a border market.
Russia assists Serbia during wildfire crisis
Russia is providing assistance to Serbia during a wildfire crisis.
Major forest fire reported in Vogtland
Emergency responders handled what was described as the largest forest fire in the Vogtland region in decades. The headline highlights widespread public gratitude for the response.
Tropical Storm Beta brings heavy rain and flooding to the Texas coast
Tropical Storm Beta produced heavy rain and flooded streets along the Texas coast while moving inland. The event caused local disruption and hazards.
Storm damage in Ohrdruf exceeds damage caused by Hurricane Kyrill
A new severe-weather event in Ohrdruf, Germany, has caused damage reportedly greater than that from Hurricane Kyrill. The headline does not specify casualties or the extent of broader disruption.
Torrential rain exposes urban vulnerabilities in Japan's Chiba Prefecture
Torrential downpours in Chiba Prefecture have exposed vulnerabilities in Japanese urban areas. The headline does not specify casualties or the extent of damage.
Relief extended to communities affected by monsoon rains in the Philippines
The One Meralco Foundation is providing immediate relief to communities affected by habagat, the southwest monsoon. The scale of the underlying damage is not specified in the headline.
Flooding affects the Mulberry community in Robson
The governor visited the flood-hit Mulberry community in Robson. The headlines indicate localized flooding but provide no details on the scale of damage.
Likely tornado prompts stay-home warning in Dover, Delaware
Police urged Dover residents to stay home after a likely tornado. The supplied headline indicates a potentially significant local severe-weather event.
Tax relief sought for Maui wildfire survivors
A Maui council vice-chair urged President Trump to sign a tax relief bill for survivors of the Maui wildfires.
Tornado damages beach club in Long Island as Nassau declares emergency
A possible tornado damaged the Sun and Surf Beach Club in Atlantic Beach, Long Island. Nassau County declared an emergency.