Wildfire destroys firefighter's home after weeks battling blazes
A firefighter lost their home in a devastating wildfire after spending weeks fighting summer wildfires.
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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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Earthquake recorded in northern Natchitoches Parish
An earthquake was recorded in northern Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana.
Forest fires at three locations near Uludağ are under control
Forest fires broke out at three locations near Uludağ and have been brought under control.
Wildfire burns across a 600-metre front in Powys
Fire crews are tackling a wildfire with a reported 600-metre front in Powys. The scale indicates a significant local fire emergency.
Severe storm knocks out power across Manitoba and spawns a tornado
A storm caused widespread damage, cut power to thousands of Manitobans and generated a tornado. Authorities are also reviewing a high number of cellphone tornado alerts during the storm.
Wildfire near Reno prompts evacuation warning for about 90,000 people
A large wildfire near Reno was reported to be out of control. About 90,000 people were urged to evacuate, and six were injured.
Hawaii authorizes tax relief for Hurricane Lala-impacted taxpayers
Hawaii’s governor authorized tax relief for taxpayers affected by Hurricane Lala. The measure indicates storm-related impacts in Maui and potentially elsewhere in the state.
El Niño's effects on New Zealand
The headline outlines five global effects of El Niño affecting New Zealand.
FEMA hurricane recovery payments in Florida may be reduced
A Florida Policy Institute analyst says FEMA may pay less for hurricane recovery.
Agencies plan assistance meeting for people affected by Columbia tornado
Agencies are planning a meeting for people affected by a tornado in Columbia.
Tornado devastates the village of Pomas in France
A tornado ravaged the small village of Pomas, leaving residents shocked. The headline describes severe local damage but gives no casualty figures.
Destructive tornado reportedly hits homes and terrifies city
A destructive tornado reportedly struck homes in a city, causing widespread alarm. The headline does not specify the location or damage toll.
Severe Colorado hailstorm causes deep accumulations and rescues
A Colorado storm produced hail accumulations up to three feet deep. Rescuers helped four paddleboarders and a person in a floating car.
Spanish minister seeks congressional briefing on wildfire response and energy markets
Spain's energy and environment minister is seeking to appear before Congress about the wildfire campaign and energy markets. The headline does not specify the scale of the fires or market effects.
Red flag conditions raise wildfire concerns
Hazardous fire-weather conditions are increasing concern about potential wildfires.
Hawk Fire grows to 15,000 acres
The Hawk Fire has expanded to approximately 15,000 acres.
Rare powerful hurricane strikes southern France
A rare powerful hurricane has struck southern France, prompting an orange weather warning.
Twin earthquakes strike Costa Rica and trigger aftershocks
Two earthquakes struck Costa Rica, followed by numerous aftershocks.
Garance and Chido discussed as colonial calamity events
A report indicates Garance and Chido in the context of a colonial state of calamity. The precise locations and impacts are not specified.
Experts address reported magnitude-8.8 earthquake near Lima
The headline discusses an alleged magnitude-8.8 earthquake near Lima and correct earthquake-safety advice. It does not provide further details about casualties or damage.
Climate change is exposing archaeological sites while threatening others
The headline says climate change is unearthing archaeological discoveries while also endangering archaeological sites. It does not identify specific locations or the scale of damage.
Dust devil damages church roof in Texas
A dust devil peeled off a roof and damaged metal at a church near Buna, Texas.
Two earthquakes in Japan injure 37 near Tokyo
An earthquake near Tokyo injured 37 people, while another earthquake struck Hokkaido on the same day.
More than 1,000 earthquakes recorded near Campi Flegrei in three days
More than 1,000 earthquakes were recorded near the Campi Flegrei volcanic area over three days. The headline does not state whether an eruption or significant damage occurred.
Climate change is exposing archaeological sites while threatening their preservation
Climate change is unearthing archaeological discoveries and also putting them at risk. The headline does not specify locations or particular sites.
Bihar urges West Bengal to open Farakka Barrage gates amid rising water
Bihar's government has urged West Bengal to open all Farakka Barrage gates as water levels rise.
Typhoon Atsani forms as train services are suspended in Guangxi
Typhoon Atsani has formed, while Narra suspends trains in Guangxi amid unusually high typhoon activity. The headlines indicate weather-related transport disruption in China.
Godavari flooding damages Nashik riverfront project
Flooding of the Godavari River damaged a 63-crore-rupee riverfront project in Nashik, India.
Scientists assess marine ecosystems after oil spills near Anapa and Tuapse
Scientists assessed marine ecosystems near Anapa and Tuapse following oil-product spills.
Wildfires threaten Reno as major U.S. fires are mapped
A wildfire is threatening Reno, amid a broader map of significant fires in the United States this year.
Climate change threatens archaeological sites while exposing discoveries
Climate change is revealing archaeological discoveries while also putting archaeological sites at risk.
Wildfire conditions fluctuate as heat builds near Ainslie Creek
Rain has temporarily eased the Ainslie Creek wildfire, but rising heat is expected to worsen conditions again.
Severe storm overturned light aircraft at an Italian airport
A storm struck an Italian airport with enough force to overturn lighter aircraft.
More than 50 wildfires reported in the Pacific Northwest
More than 50 new wildfires were reported in the Pacific Northwest following lightning and wind.
Warnings of forest-management failures putting Galicia at risk of forest collapse
A report accuses Galicia's regional government of negligence and poor planning, warning that the region's forests face severe deterioration. It also criticizes conditions for firefighting personnel.
Severe weather threatens central United States after tornado outbreak
After a tornado outbreak, central parts of the United States face another day of potentially severe weather. The headline indicates an ongoing regional weather threat.
Study finds Atlantic circulation could recover after prolonged weakening
A study reports that Atlantic circulation may recover strongly even after 3,000 years of weakening.
Firefighters contain Hawk Fire as FEMA announces cost support
Firefighters held the Hawk Fire's spread overnight, while FEMA announced funding to help cover response costs.
Hawk Fire contained overnight as FEMA provides funding support
Firefighters held the Hawk Fire's spread overnight. FEMA announced funding to help cover firefighting costs.
Spokane wildfire survivor recounts experience
A Spokane wildfire survivor described the effects of a wildfire in Washington state.