Severe flooding submerges Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja has been submerged by flooding, with residents describing conditions as unprecedented.
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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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California coast faces three winter hazards
The headline warns of three dangers facing California’s coast during winter.
Hurricane Lala prompts insurance questions
Hurricane Lala has prompted residents to ask about hurricane insurance. The headlines do not specify the storm's extent or damage.
Landslides and mud cut off remote Vietnamese village
A muddy road and landslides have isolated a remote village in Nghệ An province. The headlines indicate disruption to local access.
Families seek apology after deported Venezuelans died in earthquakes
Families of Venezuelans deported from the United States are seeking an apology after the individuals died in earthquakes.
Floods affect more than one million people in Pampanga
Flooding in Pampanga, Philippines, has affected more than one million people. The Philippine president assured continued aid.
Oil spill in Cook Inlet prompts multi-agency response
An oil spill in Alaska’s Cook Inlet has triggered a response involving multiple agencies. The headline does not specify the spill’s size or environmental impact.
Storms trigger debris flow near Gold Mountain Fire closure area
Storms caused a debris flow near an area closed because of the Gold Mountain Fire.
Thunderstorms and floods disrupt a British holiday hotspot
Thunderstorms and flooding have caused disruption at a British holiday destination.
Severe weather expected in New South Wales
New South Wales is forecast to experience a very wild weather day. The headline does not specify the type or expected severity of the weather.
Himachal Pradesh relief package remains pending
A relief package reportedly announced by the Indian prime minister has not yet been delivered, according to the state revenue minister.
Anger grows over storm response in Gary and the Calumet region
Residents criticize the response to a storm affecting Gary, Indiana, and the Calumet region. The headlines indicate localized storm-related disruption and public concern.
Flood trauma highlights farmer mental health crisis
A report links flood trauma to a hidden mental health crisis among farmers. The headlines do not specify the flood’s scale or location beyond the publication context.
Wildfires surge in British Columbia amid widespread lightning
Wildfires are surging in British Columbia as the province records 11,000 lightning strikes. Rain is helping firefighting efforts.
Magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes southern Philippines
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, according to the headline.
Tens of thousands evacuate homes amid Nevada wildfire
A wildfire in Nevada has prompted tens of thousands of residents to evacuate. The headlines report injuries and extensive damage.
Uneven monsoon prompts calls for an early food-supply response
An uneven monsoon is raising concern about food supplies and prompting calls for an early response.
Firefighting aircraft crashes during forest fire response in Greece
A plane fighting a forest fire in Greece crashed, killing two people according to the headline.
Temporary housing provided in earthquake-stricken Kumamoto
Instant houses are being provided as shelter in Kumamoto following an earthquake.
Protected national parks face pressure from mining, deforestation and oil extraction
A report says protected areas are in an emergency as mining, deforestation and petroleum activity advance.
Businesses seek solutions as Ringgold recovers from flash flooding
Businesses in Ringgold are continuing recovery efforts after flash flooding. Owners are calling for solutions as the local disruption persists.
Bulgaria builds a 300-meter dike to protect the Kozloduy nuclear plant from Danube flooding
Bulgaria is building a 300-meter dike as high Danube levels threaten the Kozloduy nuclear power plant. The measure is intended to address a flood risk to critical infrastructure.
Hawk wildfire forces 90,000 evacuations in Nevada
The Hawk wildfire has led to the evacuation of 90,000 people in Nevada.
Authorities announce further measures after an earthquake in Colombia
The headline reports ongoing attention and new actions by the Colombian president following an earthquake. The scale and impact of the earthquake are not specified.
Wildfire smoke blankets the Pacific Northwest
Astronauts observed iconic mountains in the Pacific Northwest obscured by a sea of wildfire smoke. The headline indicates significant regional wildfire smoke conditions but gives no further details.
Tropical wave off Africa has a 60% chance of development
Invest 96-L, a tropical wave off the African coast, has a 60% chance of developing.
Hawk Fire evacuations ease as firefighters gain ground near Reno
Evacuations linked to the Hawk Fire near Reno have been slightly reduced as firefighters make progress.
Flooding disrupts Wells Theatre reopening plans in Virginia
Back-to-back floods affected Wells Theatre and forced the Virginia Stage Company to scramble to reopen its show.
Tornado in southern France injures dozens and cuts power to thousands
A destructive tornado struck southern France, injuring dozens of people and leaving thousands without electricity.
Controversial firefighting strategy may return
A report examines whether a controversial firefighting strategy known as the 10 a.m. rule could be reinstated.
Catholic churches open as shelters amid northern Nevada wildfires
Catholic churches opened their doors as northern Nevada wildfires affected the area.
Wildfire threat eases as containment reaches 27%
Officials said the wildfire threat had eased, with the fire 27% contained.
Tornado damages homes in southern French town
A tornado has reportedly damaged homes in a town in southern France.
Extreme wildfire sweeps Nevada amid high U.S. fire activity
An “extreme” wildfire is reported in Nevada as the United States tallies nearly 51,000 wildfires this year.
Hawk Fire prompts emergency declaration and federal aid in Reno
The Hawk Fire has spread through Reno, prompting Nevada’s governor to declare an emergency. FEMA has approved federal aid.
Fifteen large wildfires burn across Washington state
Washington officials warn that the wildfire season is far from over, with 15 large fires burning statewide.
Washington state wildfire season continues with 15 large fires burning
Officials warn that wildfire season is far from over while 15 large fires burn across Washington state.
Tornado damage leaves Illinois families displaced weeks after severe weather
Families in Hazel Crest and Lansing remain displaced nearly a month after a severe-weather outbreak caused tornado damage.
Residents fear wildfires in South Downs after repeated rubbish burning
Residents near an illegal settlement in the South Downs fear wildfires as rubbish is repeatedly burned during tinder-dry conditions.
Hurricane Beryl hits Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula
Hurricane Beryl has struck Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, increasing the risk of impacts in Texas.