A 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Colombia
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake occurred in Colombia, prompting relief efforts. The headline does not provide further details on damage or casualties.
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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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France's part-time firefighter system faces scrutiny amid worsening wildfires
An analysis examines whether France's part-time firefighter system can cope with increasingly severe wildfires.
Crews Battle Fires Sparked by a Storm
Fire crews are battling multiple fires reportedly sparked by a storm.
Flash floods cause disruption in Nepal's Nuwakot district
The headline reports severe flash flooding in Nuwakot, Nepal, accompanied by photographs of the event.
Flood devastates villages and destroys road in Nepal's Nuwakot district
Flooding devastated villages in Nuwakot, left families searching for loved ones and washed away a 42-kilometre road linking the district to the China border.
The worst hurricanes in Texas history
The headline concerns major hurricanes that have affected Texas. It does not identify a current storm but addresses historically severe hurricane events.
Sudden flooding reported in northern Nepal
A sudden flood swept through northern Nepal, prompting an alert. The supplied headline does not provide casualty or damage figures.
Updated ice-jam mapping helps reduce flood risk in Fort McMurray
Updated mapping of ice-jam risks is helping Fort McMurray avoid major flood damage.
Hail causes major damage to Greek pear harvest
The Greek pear harvest concluded with major hail damage. The event affected agricultural production in the impacted areas.
Wildfires and power outages affect northern Nevada food establishments
Northern Nevada public health officials say food establishments affected by wildfires and power outages may reopen themselves.
Bonnaroo cancels 2027 festival after severe weather damage
Bonnaroo has canceled its 2027 festival following damage caused by severe weather.
School buses avoid routes flooded in Gurgaon
Gurgaon ordered school buses to avoid flooded routes. The decision indicates flooding is disrupting school transportation.
Suffolk community discusses preventing further wildfires
Westleton officials and residents discussed measures to prevent additional wildfires in the Dunwich area.
Flooding hits Nepal's Bhotekoshi area
The headline reports flooding in the Bhotekoshi area, with some details still unclear. The event may pose risks to nearby communities and infrastructure.
Flooding in Assam leaves at least 107 dead
Flooding continues in Assam, and the reported death toll has reached 107.
Wildfire rages in Stoke-on-Trent as bikers move near onlookers
A wildfire is burning in Stoke-on-Trent, with people reportedly moving near the affected area. The headline indicates an active local fire and potential public hazard.
Historic drought exacerbates wildfires in the U.S. Northwest
Historic drought conditions in the U.S. Northwest are worsening wildfires. The headlines indicate a significant regional environmental hazard.
Authorities monitor rapid response to forest fires in Way Kambas
Indonesian authorities reported monitoring the rapid response to forest fires in Way Kambas, including remarks by President Prabowo to a military commander. The headline indicates an active wildfire response but gives no scale of damage.
Water moratorium ends as tornado aid opens to residents
A water moratorium ended while tornado aid became available to residents. The headline does not identify the affected location or specify the extent of damage.
Prabowo visits earthquake-hit East Nusa Tenggara
Indonesian President Prabowo visited East Nusa Tenggara 11 days after a major earthquake. The headline does not specify casualties or damage.
Typhoon Saudel prompts a sea warning
A sea warning is expected as Typhoon Saudel approaches. The supplied headline does not identify the affected coastline or forecast severity.
Wildfires burn nearly 1,000 hectares in Indonesia’s Pelalawan region
Nearly 1,000 hectares have burned in Pelalawan, with 60% of the forest and land fires in Kerumutan reported extinguished.
Wildfires reported in Boeotia and Salamis
An update reports active or recent wildfires in Boeotia and Salamis.
Authorities map earthquake-affected areas in East Nusa Tenggara from the air
Indonesia’s disaster agency is surveying areas affected by an earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara from the air.
Flooding alert issued for Kano during rainy season
Nigeria's meteorological agency warned Kano residents about flooding during the 2024 rainy season.
Typhoon Saudel hits Japan's southwestern remote islands
Typhoon Saudel pounded Japan's southwestern remote islands and injured two people before heading west. The headline does not indicate broader damage or evacuations.
Storms in Chicago close schools amid damage and power outages
Storms caused damage and power outages in Chicago, prompting school closures.
Thunderstorm warning issued as Nottingham faces flood and power-cut risks
The Met Office issued a 19-hour thunderstorm warning for Nottingham, with risks of flooding and power cuts.
Kenya prepares for extreme weather
Kenya is stepping up preparations for extreme weather. The headline does not specify the hazards or affected areas.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms trigger flood warnings across UK areas
The UK Met Office forecasts heavy rain and thunderstorms across dozens of areas, with flood warnings reported.
Heavy rain causes minor flooding in parts of New South Wales
Minor flooding was reported in Coolamon, Temora and Tumut after heavy rain.
Authorities assess damage after Fuller tornado
Assessments are underway following a tornado in Fuller.
Residents in five riverbank districts urged to stay safe
The home minister urged residents in riverbank areas of five districts to take safety precautions. The headline indicates a potential river-related hazard affecting multiple districts.
Governor requests federal assessments of storm damage
A governor has sought immediate federal assessments following storm damage.
Pilots support firefighting efforts during a British Columbia megafire
Pilots are helping fight a major wildfire in British Columbia.
Drought damages fish farming in Styria
Drought conditions are affecting fish farming in the Austrian state of Styria.
Wildfire expands across 200 kilometers in Texas
A wildfire in Texas has expanded, with damage extending across 200 kilometers after 24 hours of activity.
Twenty-one typhoons form without striking South Korea
Twenty-one typhoons have formed during the summer, but none has hit South Korea so far.
Storm causes widespread damage, strong winds and uprooted trees
A storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing damage and uprooting numerous trees.
Heavy rain causes flooding in parts of central India
A heavy rain alert has been issued for Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, with flooding reported near Varanasi.