Typhoon Obet exits the Philippines
Typhoon Obet has exited the Philippines. The headline indicates a significant storm affecting the country.
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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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Israeli delegation discusses earthquake relief efforts in Colombia
The deputy head of Israel's delegation in Colombia discussed earthquake response efforts. The headline indicates an international relief operation following an earthquake.
Goat Fire forces evacuations north of Cle Elum
The Goat Fire has forced evacuations in an area north of Cle Elum, Washington.
Timber Fire expands in California, prompting broader evacuations
The Timber Fire in California’s Big Sur area intensified over the weekend, and evacuations were expanded.
German chancellor visits wildfire area in Hürtgenwald and links fires to climate change
Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the wildfire-affected area in Hürtgenwald and described the situation as linked to climate change.
Historic flooding prompts response deployment in central Indiana
A rapid response team deployed chaplains to central Indiana following historic flooding. The headline indicates significant flooding in the region.
Nantucket homes face coastal erosion and sea loss
A report indicates a Nantucket home falling into the sea, highlighting severe coastal erosion. It does not indicate a wider sudden disaster.
Fast-moving wildfire threatens homes near Reno, Nevada
Firefighters are working to contain a fast-moving wildfire spreading toward homes in Reno.
Tornado and orange weather alert reported in France
A tornado struck a region of France and an orange alert was issued.
Climate change threatens archaeological sites and reveals discoveries
Climate change is exposing some archaeological discoveries while also putting cultural heritage at risk.
Nature Grove Fire prompts evacuation warning in Montana
The Nature Grove Fire triggered an evacuation warning along Skalkaho Highway.
Persistent record warmth and dryness affect New Mexico
New Mexico is experiencing a record-warm and unusually dry August that is expected to continue.
Death toll from Guinea landfill collapse rises to 31
A rubbish landfill collapse in Guinea has killed at least 31 people, according to the headline.
Strong El Niño conditions expected to persist in September
INCOIS expects El Niño to remain strong in September.
El Niño forecast to shape Florida's winter
A report says a developing El Niño is expected to influence winter conditions in Florida.
Storm prompts emergency declaration in Kazlų Rūda
An emergency has been declared in Lithuania's Kazlų Rūda municipality after a storm.
Tropical Storm Debbie makes a second landfall in South Carolina
Tropical Storm Debbie made a second landfall in South Carolina.
Earthquake affects parts of Southern California
A headline described a “hurricane” earthquake affecting parts of Southern California.
California prepares for wildfires
California is bracing for wildfire threats.
Idaho wildfire risk drives higher homeowners' insurance costs
A report finds homeowner insurance costs increasing as wildfire risk grows in Idaho.
Pennsylvania high school to begin remotely after tornado
Eastern York High School will start the school year remotely after a tornado touched down. The tornado caused enough disruption to prevent normal in-person opening.
Wildfires and buried ordnance create hazards in Europe
The headline reports wildfires and buried unexploded ordnance contributing to explosions across Europe.
Fast-moving wildfire threatens Reno, Nevada
Firefighters are working to stop a fast-moving Nevada wildfire from spreading to Reno.
Severe storms threaten the Southeast and Mid-South throughout the week
Storms are forecast to affect the Southeast and Mid-South over the course of the week.
Flooding and power outages continue for three days in Thất Khê
Flooding and power outages have persisted for three days in Thất Khê, forcing residents to use candles for meals.
El Niño expected to alter UAE weather through 2027
El Niño is expected to bring warmer winters, earlier rains and heavier downpours to the United Arab Emirates through 2027.
Tropical Storm Moke brings additional heavy rain to hurricane-stricken Hawaii
Tropical Storm Moke is expected to bring more heavy rain to Hawaii, which has already been affected by a hurricane.
California county prepares for potential El Niño flooding
A Bay Area county is preparing for a possible El Niño-related flooding threat.
California coast faced compounded winter flooding risks from El Niño and high tides
During the reported winter outlook, El Niño, king tides and rising seas were expected to compound coastal flooding, erosion and wave hazards in California. Low-lying communities and infrastructure were identified as especially exposed.
Karol G donates $1.2 million to Colombian earthquake victims
Singer Karol G donated $1.2 million to support victims of an earthquake in Colombia.
Timber Fire prompts wildfire camp in Monterey County
The Timber Fire has led to the establishment of a wildfire camp in Monterey County, California.
Bat-threatening fungal disease spreads to northern Canada
A fungal disease threatening bat species has spread into northern Canada.
Typhoon-affected families receive government assistance in Pampanga
The Philippine president and social welfare chief visited families affected by the habagat and a typhoon in Bacolor, Pampanga.
Extreme storms are becoming more frequent
A report says extreme storms are increasing in frequency.
Climate change is reshaping daily life in Europe’s hottest town
Climate change is affecting everyday life in a European town described as the continent’s hottest.
Fact-check examines claims linking Mount Ibu eruption to NTT earthquake
The article examines whether the eruption of Mount Ibu triggered an earthquake in Indonesia's NTT region.
Landslide-hit families remain in makeshift shelters in Nepal
Families affected by a landslide in Jajarkot are struggling to live in makeshift shelters.
Flooding and high winds may cause over $5 billion in Indiana damage
Indiana officials estimate that flooding and high winds could cause more than $5 billion in damage. The state has sought federal attention to the losses.
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes the Banda Sea without tsunami potential
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck the Banda Sea, and Indonesia’s meteorological agency said it had no tsunami potential.
Flooding exposes repeatedly vulnerable streets in Venezuela
Floods have affected streets that repeatedly suffer from inadequate drainage or protection.