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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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Sudden storm causes flooding in parts of Asturias, Spain
A sudden severe storm flooded Oviedo, Avilés and Antromero. The event caused localized disruption in northern Spain.
More than 1,500 people are missing as a new disaster threatens the Nepal–China border
The headline reports more than 1,500 missing people and warns that another disaster could affect the Nepal–China border. Specific details of the disaster are not provided.
Wildfires in Algeria kill two and force evacuations
Wildfires in Algeria have killed two people and prompted evacuations. The incident represents a serious local hazard affecting communities beyond the individuals involved.
Flash flood leaves 85 pilgrims missing in Nepal
A flash flood in Nepal has reportedly left 85 Tamil Nadu pilgrims missing.
Search and rescue operations use heavy equipment in Nepal
Search-and-rescue teams are using heavy equipment in Nepal, indicating a serious incident requiring emergency response.
Family says New Zealander may have been near a checkpoint swept away by floods
A family reports that a New Zealander may have been near a checkpoint swept away by flooding. The headline indicates a potentially life-threatening disaster incident.
Tour group reported missing after catastrophic floods in Nepal
A tour group, including two people from Long Island, is reported missing after catastrophic flooding in Nepal. The incident indicates a serious hazard affecting travelers and local communities.
Families narrowly escaped flooding while crossing the border
A report indicates people crossing a border shortly before flooding struck.
Scientist warns of a wetter Southern California winter as El Niño builds
A UCLA scientist warns that El Niño may bring a wet winter to Southern California.
The Philippines allocates P1 billion to expand Project NOAH flood resilience efforts
The Philippines is providing a P1-billion fund to revitalize Project NOAH and improve its reach among local government units.
British Columbia ends wildfire state of emergency after 20 days
British Columbia ended a wildfire state of emergency after thousands of evacuations and one reported death.
Nepal flash-flood death toll nears 600, with 2,500 people missing
New reports put the death toll from the Himalayan flash floods at nearly 600, with about 2,500 people missing. Rescue operations have been interrupted amid continuing danger warnings.
Helicopter pilot describes rescuing people in Nepal
A helicopter pilot describes rescue operations involving people in Nepal.
Tornado strikes southern France, injuring 39
A violent tornado hit a town in southern France and left 39 people injured.
Search continues for missing people after flash-flood disaster near Nepal border
Authorities are conducting a search for missing people after a flash-flood disaster in a border area of Nepal.
Flooding underway in the northeastern United States
Storms are causing flooding across the Northeast as they move through the region.
Newly formed lake threatens a second flood in the Nepal-Tibet disaster zone
A newly formed lake is threatening another flood in an area already affected by disaster.
Severe storms bring tornado and flood warnings across parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey
New warnings include a tornado warning in New Jersey, strong thunderstorms in the region and flooding along the Conestoga River in Pennsylvania. The latest reports extend the severe-weather threat beyond the previously listed Pennsylvania counties.
UN warns global disasters could increase 40% by 2030
The United Nations warned that global disasters may rise by 40% by 2030 because of climate change and underestimated risks.
US nationals rescued while 90 remain missing in Nepal floods
The United States confirmed that three nationals were rescued and 90 people remain missing in flooding in Nepal.
Authorities report normal conditions in Indian district after Nepal flash floods
An Indian district official said there is no current threat and conditions are normal in Gopalganj following flash floods in Nepal.
Flooding strands residents from Maharashtra in Nepal
Flooding in Nepal has stranded residents from India's Maharashtra state, prompting contact from the state's deputy chief minister.
Meghalaya seeks information on citizens missing in Nepal floods
The Meghalaya government is seeking information about citizens missing in flooding in Nepal.
Flood victims await aid as relief efforts remain limited
Flood victims are praying for help while flood assistance is arriving slowly. The headlines indicate a serious humanitarian situation, though they do not specify the location or scale.
Flash flooding in Nepal raises warning for Meghalaya
Flash flooding in Nepal is presented as a warning for India's Meghalaya state.
Nepal floods prompt humanitarian assistance and search for New Zealanders
Flooding in Nepal has prompted New Zealand to pledge $2 million in humanitarian assistance, while authorities continue searching for New Zealand citizens.
Flood-affected businesses receive disaster assistance information
An information session is planned to explain disaster assistance for businesses affected by flooding. The headline confirms flooding with economic effects on local businesses, but gives no scale or location.
Flood destroys Belt and Road border port in Nepal
A flood wiped away a Chinese Belt and Road border port in Nepal. The headlines indicate major damage to cross-border infrastructure.
Rescuers search for survivors after Nepal floods
Rescuers are searching for survivors after floods in Nepal, while some areas remain cut off.
India offers flood relief assistance to Nepal
India’s government said it would provide assistance for flood relief in Nepal.
Winnebago County reflects one month after tornado
The Winnebago County executive marked one month since a tornado struck the area.
Catastrophic floods leave widespread destruction across Nepal and Tibet
Reports indicate catastrophic flooding in Nepal and Tibet, with rescuers finding extensive ruins at a Himalayan border crossing. The reports indicate a concrete disaster has developed beyond earlier warnings about compounding hazards.
Wisconsin schools prepare to reopen after tornado damage
Schools in Menasha are preparing for the first day after tornado damage. The headline indicates local recovery and disruption from a tornado.
Deadly floods in Nepal leave hundreds dead
Flooding in Nepal has killed hundreds of people, and one Filipino person is reported missing. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos extended condolences.
India sends humanitarian aid to flood-hit Nepal
India has delivered a second consignment of 37.5 tonnes of humanitarian and disaster-relief aid to Nepal, bringing the total relief material sent to 47.5 tonnes.
Little Giant fire becomes the second-priority wildfire in the United States
Officials say the Little Giant fire is the second-priority fire in the United States. The headline indicates a significant wildfire requiring elevated response attention.
Magnitude 4.3 earthquake shakes Laos and northern Thailand
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake in Laos shook Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Flooding prompts cleanup and building demolitions in Chiang Rai
The Kok River overflowed in Chiang Rai, prompting a major cleanup and plans to demolish buildings along the Mae Sai River.
Three tropical systems develop or move across the Pacific
Karina and Lowell have formed in the Pacific while Dolly moves west.