Nepal flash floods trigger a major humanitarian response
Catastrophic flash floods in Nepal have left people missing, including Australians, and prompted a large humanitarian response.
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Rice and sugar donated to Ghana flood victims
Sentuo Group donated 140 tonnes of rice and sugar to support people affected by floods in Ghana.
Nepal death toll reaches 332, with more than 1,000 missing
A disaster in Nepal has reportedly killed 332 people and left more than 1,000 missing. The headline describes a large-scale humanitarian emergency but does not identify the disaster type.
UK faces rising wildfire and flood risks
A UK government minister says Britain faces wildfire and flood risks linked to the climate crisis. The headline frames these as significant national hazards.
Flooding ravages Nepal's Trishuli river system and affects more than 300 tourists
Flooding has severely damaged Nepal's Trishuli river system and affected more than 300 tourists.
Philippine province allocates P1 billion for disaster resilience
A Philippine local government plans to use a P1 billion fund to improve disaster resilience.
Flood-hit Nuwakot undergoes search and rescue operations
Nepal's prime minister visited flood-hit Nuwakot and reviewed ongoing search and rescue operations.
Flash floods affect Nepal-Tibet region as Singapore Red Cross launches aid appeal
Flash floods in the Nepal-Tibet region prompted the Singapore Red Cross to pledge $50,000 and launch a fundraising campaign.
Floods in Nepal leave 32 tourists missing
A group of 32 tourists from West Bengal is missing amid flooding in Nepal.
Foreign visitors reported missing after floods in Nepal and China
Flooding in Nepal and China has left foreign visitors missing.
Floods in Nepal and China have killed more than 500 people, with 90 Americans missing
Reports indicate catastrophic floods in Nepal and China have killed over 500 people and that 90 Americans remain missing. This replaces the earlier reported figure of at least 1,500 missing with a confirmed death toll and a specific missing-person figure.
Americans are among those missing after the Nepal disaster
Americans are reported missing as GEM mobilizes to the Nepal disaster zone.
Nepal flash flood leaves 1,300 missing
A flash flood in Nepal reportedly left 1,300 people missing, including 65 Americans.
Western Cape prepares for hotter, longer fire season amid El Niño warning
Western Cape authorities allocated R12 million as the region prepares for a hotter, longer fire season.
Nepal-Tibet flood death toll rises to 273, with hundreds missing
Flooding in Nepal and Tibet has killed 273 people, while hundreds of tourists remain missing, according to the headline.
Disaster reported in Nepal and Tibet
The headline reports a disaster affecting Nepal and Tibet, but provides no further details.
Relief organization mobilizes to Nepal disaster zone
Global Empowerment Mission is sending assistance to a disaster-affected area in Nepal.
News roundup includes Nepal flooding and other regional developments
The roundup mentions flooding in Nepal alongside Canada-U.S. tariffs, Ukraine and local updates.
Nepal flood death toll rises to 332
Flooding in Nepal has caused at least 332 deaths, according to the headline.
Nepal flash floods trap Indian pilgrims and leave families awaiting information
Flash floods in Nepal trapped Indian pilgrims, with families across India awaiting information about them.
Nepal floods prompt rescue of isolated South Koreans
Nine of ten isolated South Koreans were moved to safety after devastating floods in Nepal.
Flash floods strand people in Nepal
Horrific flash floods in Nepal have stranded two Bengali actors, according to the headline.
Earthquake leaves schools in Colombia's Chocó facing prolonged recovery
An earthquake has left schools in Colombia's Chocó region facing a long recovery, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross.
Flooding damages dozens of homes after heatwaves
Thunderstorms following heatwaves have caused flooding that damaged dozens of homes.
Forest fires continue in northwestern Ontario
A report provides an update on ongoing forest fires in northwestern Ontario.
Floodwaters push a large boulder through Nepal
Floodwaters in Nepal reportedly pushed a bus-sized boulder, prompting last-second escapes.
Nepal and the Himalayas face increasing environmental fragility
A report examines growing fragility affecting Nepal and the Himalayan region.
Floodwaters recede in Nepal as damage toll emerges
Floodwaters in Nepal are receding, revealing the scale of damage after flooding. The headline indicates consequences affecting British families waiting for information.
Tornado causes severe damage near Ohrdruf, Germany
Germany’s weather service reported a tornado with winds of up to 300 km/h that caused a destructive path near Ohrdruf. The headline does not state the number of injuries or extent of damage.
Storm warnings trigger repeated evacuations near Lake Constance
A children’s city event near Lake Constance was evacuated several times because of storm warnings.
Deadly flooding reported in Nepal
Flood survivors in Nepal reported seeing several bodies and animals in a river, describing an experience resembling an earthquake.
Deadly flash floods devastate the Himalayas
Flash floods in the Himalayas have caused hundreds of deaths, according to the headline. The situation is described as sudden and destructive.
Floods in Nepal leave deaths and widespread devastation
Flooding in Nepal has caused deaths, extensive damage and a search for missing people. Coverage describes an ongoing emergency response.
Barrier lake near Nepal border may breach after deadly floods
China warned that a barrier lake near the Nepal border could breach within three days. The warning follows flash floods that reportedly killed hundreds of people.
Nepal flash-flood warning response draws criticism from China
China responded to criticism over whether it warned Nepal ahead of a flash flood. The headline indicates a potentially significant flood and cross-border warning dispute.
Climate change blamed for Nepal flash flood
Scientists attributed a flash flood in Nepal to climate change.
Tropical Storm Dolly threat increases as forecast track develops
Forecast models show possible paths for Tropical Storm Dolly as the perceived threat rises.
Flash flood leaves 36 people from Bengal missing in Nepal
A flash flood in Nepal has left 36 people from Bengal missing, according to the headline.
Climate change is altering tree growth in Alaska
Alaska trees are growing taller and greener as Arctic conditions change, according to the headline.
Fire destroys historic wood village in Norway
A fire destroyed a historic wood village in Lærdal, Norway.