Containment efforts increase on wildfires in Lewis County
Crews have increased containment of the Sage Creek and Backbone fires in Lewis County.
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Natural disasters and severe weather: reported damage, affected communities and disruption to everyday services.
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Tornado injures dozens and causes damage in France
A tornado in France has reportedly injured dozens of people and caused property damage.
Colorado seeks federal disaster declaration
Colorado’s governor requested a federal disaster declaration, while state officials discussed election operations and Medicaid policy.
Flooded road forces family to transport body on floating drums in Madhya Pradesh
Flooding in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, obstructed road access and forced a family to carry a body on floating drums.
Climate change is reported to be damaging the Tibetan Plateau
A report attributes destruction on the Tibetan Plateau to climate change rather than grazing.
Democrats propose wildfire and roadless-protection bill
Democrats are considering legislation concerning wildfires and protections for roadless areas.
Asian Development Bank seeks $2 billion to combat land degradation and desertification
The Asian Development Bank is seeking $2 billion for efforts addressing land degradation and desertification.
106 barangays in the Cordillera face landslide and flash-flood risks
Authorities identified 106 barangays in the Cordillera as at risk from landslides and flash floods due to the southwest monsoon.
Flood support declines in Texas Hill Country
Organizations in the Texas Hill Country said support for flood recovery has declined.
Southern California faces severe summer heat waves
Southern California is experiencing heat waves marked by hotter nights and extreme daytime heat.
Wildfire spreads across 1,000 hectares in Haskovo
A wildfire in Haskovo has spread across 1,000 hectares, with 17 teams fighting the flames.
Rivers affect Kruger
The headline reports significant river impacts in Kruger, though no further details are provided.
Fire reported in Logan Canyon; highway remains open
A fire was reported near Blind Hollow in Logan Canyon. Highway 89 remains open.
Wildfire evacuees begin returning near Summerland
Wildfire evacuees are continuing to return to Meadow Valley outside Summerland, while residents of Faulder are being asked to remain patient.
Tornado in southern France leaves 26 injured and two missing
A tornado in southern France injured at least 26 people, with two reportedly missing beneath rubble.
Colombia organizes aid and reconstruction after an earthquake
Colombia is providing subsidies and international assistance for reconstruction after an earthquake. The headline indicates significant recovery needs.
Flooding submerges homes in Nigeria's Akwa Ibom State
Floodwaters have submerged homes, leaving residents stranded and seeking relocation.
Flooding forces pregnant woman to travel by raft to hospital in Bhadrak
A man ferried his pregnant wife to a hospital by raft after flooding disrupted local access.
Baitarani River breaches danger mark after heavy rain
The Baitarani River has exceeded its danger mark for a second time after two days of rain.
Students return after fires near Spokane
Students in Nine Mile Falls returned to school following fires in the Spokane area.
Flood threat eases as the Ganga and Yamuna recede
Floodwaters on the Ganga and Yamuna rivers are receding, although authorities remain on alert. The report indicates a significant flooding episode with continuing monitoring.
Assam officials discuss flood response and rehabilitation
Assam’s chief minister met India’s home minister to discuss flood response and rehabilitation.
Washington governor provides updates on disaster declaration in Spokane
Washington Governor Ferguson provided updates concerning a disaster declaration in Spokane. The headline does not specify the hazard or scale of the incident.
Russian Ilyushin aircraft drops 798 tonnes of water on wildfire areas in Serbia
A Russian Ilyushin aircraft dropped 798 tonnes of water over areas of Serbia affected by wildfires during four days of operations.
Weather officials survey storm damage in Manor Township
The National Weather Service is assessing damage caused by a storm in Manor Township.
Food distributions increase after storms
Food distribution efforts have expanded following storms.
Wildfires detonate buried World War I and World War II bombs and mines
Wildfires are exposing and detonating unexploded bombs and mines dating from World War I and World War II.
Ohio National Guard responds to severe-weather flooding in Crooksville
The Ohio National Guard highlighted its response after severe weather caused flooding in Crooksville, Ohio.
Heavy rainfall affects Liaoning, China
Heavy rainfall was reported in China’s Liaoning province. The headline does not provide details on casualties or damage.
Mini-tsunamis cause flooding in Ibiza
Mini-tsunamis reportedly hit Ibiza, flooding streets and restaurants. The event caused localized disruption on the island.
Indiana officials seek federal disaster relief
Indiana colleagues are seeking rapid federal disaster assistance for the state. The headline does not specify the disaster involved.
Deadly hurricane prompts political dispute in Mexico
Mexico's president has criticized opponents following a deadly hurricane. The headline indicates fatalities and a significant storm impact.
Earthquake linked to higher inflation forecast in Colombia
A headline reports that an earthquake has contributed to a rise in Colombia's inflation forecast. No further details on the earthquake's scale are provided.
Fire risk near Bourne described as an imminent threat
A cabin owner and longtime fire manager warned that a fire threatening Bourne is a matter of when, not if.
Bipartisan US bill targets flood risks and losses
Representative Valadao has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing flood risks and associated losses.
Arkansas declares state of emergency over wildfires
A state of emergency has been declared in Arkansas because of wildfires. The headlines do not provide details on the fires’ size or damage.
Tornado causes major damage south of Carcassonne
A tornado caused significant damage in the area south of Carcassonne, France.
Funding provided to earthquake-affected schools in eastern Indonesia
Indonesia's ministry provided Rp860 million to schools affected by an earthquake in Nusa Tenggara Timur.
Rescue teams search for survivors beneath rubble in Cali
A rescue dog has arrived in Cali to search for people under the rubble. The headline indicates a potentially serious disaster involving collapsed structures, but provides no further details.
Wildfire prompts evacuations in Reno
A wildfire in Reno has prompted evacuations, according to the supplied headline.