Wildfire spreads near Big Sur as containment levels are tracked
The Plaskett Fire is spreading near Big Sur, with wildfire maps showing its containment status.
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Natural disasters and severe weather: reported damage, affected communities and disruption to everyday services.
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Valencian village evacuated because of wildfire near Albufera
El Saler, beaches and campsites were evacuated because of a fire near the Albufera. The incident affects residents and visitors in the area.
Flooding in Abuja prompts calls for climate-resilient urban planning
Flooding in Abuja has led the EEMS to call for climate-resilient urban planning.
Winds threaten firefighting operations at Pear Lake fire
Cooler weather is expected at the Pear Lake fire, but winds could gust to 50 km/h.
Aircraft and drones deployed for Xizang mudslide rescue
Y-20 transport aircraft, Wing Loong drones and Mi-171 helicopters were deployed to support rescue efforts after a mudslide in Xizang.
Category 5 Hurricane Beryl approaches Jamaica
Category 5 Hurricane Beryl was reported moving toward Jamaica with winds of up to 165 mph.
Significant flooding affects Birmingham's Perry Barr area
Birmingham council identified a cause of significant flooding in Perry Barr.
Warming waters bring tropical fish to New York fishing grounds
A New York fisherman is catching mahi mahi and other tropical fish amid warming water temperatures.
Anthropologists help wildfire survivors recover cremains
Oregon anthropologists will help Spokane wildfire survivors locate cremains. The headline indicates continuing recovery efforts after a wildfire.
Climate disasters strain government budgets
Climate disasters are described as putting pressure on government budgets. The article argues that upfront aid is more effective.
Earthquake in Indonesia's Flores Island kills 38
A powerful earthquake struck Flores Island in Indonesia, killing 38 people.
Wildfire relief deadlines approach as communities and ranchers seek aid
Deadlines for a federal wildfire-relief program are approaching, while community funds are helping fill gaps and ranchers await assistance. The headlines indicate continuing recovery needs after wildfires.
Avery Fire prompts school closure as evacuation orders ease
The Avery Fire led to the closure of Wishram School, while evacuation orders in the affected area were reduced. The headlines identify an ongoing wildfire response.
Governments coordinate to strengthen regional flood defenses
Provincial, federal and municipal governments are working together to improve flood defenses in a region.
Tropical Storm Dolly forms
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed. The supplied headline provides no further information about its location or impacts.
Earthquakes have deepened Venezuela's economic crisis
The report links earthquakes in Venezuela to worsening conditions in the country's ongoing economic crisis.
EU faces drought without planned special measures
The European Union is experiencing drought, and Brussels reportedly does not plan special measures. The headline does not specify the affected areas or severity.
India develops early warning system for glacier disasters
India's Central Building Research Institute is developing an early warning system for glacier-related disasters. The system is intended to improve preparedness for such events.
Tornado hits two beach clubs in Atlantic Beach
A tornado struck the Sun and Surf Beach Club and Silver Point Beach Club in Atlantic Beach.
Heavy rain floods roundabout in Erith
A roundabout in Erith was flooded after hours of heavy rain.
British woman dies after being trapped by wildfire in Spain
A British woman died from burns after becoming trapped by a wildfire at a villa in Spain.
Japan issues evacuation orders after major earthquake triggers tsunami alert
A powerful earthquake in Japan triggered a tsunami alert and led authorities to issue evacuation orders.
Indonesia faces a forest and land fire crisis amid corporate sanctions
Indonesia is experiencing a forest and land fire crisis, with sanctions imposed on companies. The headlines do not provide further details on the scale or affected areas.
Hebden Bridge flood scheme delayed until 2028
A flood-protection scheme for Hebden Bridge reportedly will not begin until 2028.
Washington town uses planned fire as part of land management
A Washington town is burning areas as part of a stated plan, according to the headline.
Bradley Creek wildfire leaves 248 homes under evacuation order near Vernon in 2026
The Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon was under control at 2,658 hectares after most orders were lifted. On August 26, 248 homes in the Okanagan Indian Band remained under evacuation order, while an estimated 230 homes had been destroyed.
Search expands for 22 sailors missing from MV Ocean Winner
Search efforts have been expanded for 22 sailors missing from the MV Ocean Winner.
Severe flooding prompts Ontario emergency assistance request
The Town of Lincoln has asked Ontario to activate the Disaster Recovery Assistance program after severe flooding.
Flash floods and possible tornado threaten New York City
Forecasts warn of flash flooding and a possible tornado with afternoon storms in New York City.
Flooding threatens agriculture in the U.S. Midwest
Flooding in the U.S. Midwest is described as an increasing threat to agricultural production.
Seismic network detects signal from catastrophic landslide between Nepal and Tibet
The Canary Islands Seismic Network detected a signal associated with a catastrophic landslide between Nepal and Tibet.
Italian tourist among people missing in Nepal flooding
Italian tourist Marco Ratto is among those reported missing after flooding in Nepal.
Extreme heat strains firefighters as wildfires stretch crews
Extreme heat is affecting firefighters while ongoing wildfires push crews to their limits.
Record heat and drought force relaxation of French cheesemaking rules
French authorities relaxed strict cheesemaking rules as farmers faced record heat and drought.
Tornado causes major damage in southern France
A tornado has caused extensive damage in southern France.
Nepal flooding prompts monitoring and standby emergency teams in India
India's National Disaster Response Force is monitoring border districts amid flooding in Nepal, with four reserve teams on standby. No adverse impact has been reported yet.
India works to trace citizens stranded by floods in Nepal
Indian authorities are trying to locate Indians reportedly stranded amid flooding in Nepal.
Immediate threat from Bald Range wildfire has passed
Officials said the immediate threat to structures from the Bald Range wildfire near Summerland has passed.
Helicopters deliver supplies to flood-hit areas of Nepal
More than 40 private helicopters are ferrying supplies to areas affected by flooding in Nepal.
Flash floods devastate Timure in Nepal
Flash floods have reportedly left Timure completely destroyed, with nothing remaining. The headline indicates severe local damage but gives no casualty figures.