Wildfire prevention and response efforts intensify in North Wales
Authorities and responders in North Wales are working to contain wildfires and prevent additional human-caused blazes.
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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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Rescue operation launched after severe flooding in Santa Cruz
A rescue operation has been launched in Santa Cruz following severe flooding.
Large shockwave from disaster detected as far as the Rhineland
Reports indicate a massive shockwave associated with a disaster that was measurable in Germany's Rhineland. The supplied information does not identify the event or provide details on casualties or damage.
Wildfire recovery continues in Salmon Arm
A column examines the prolonged recovery following a wildfire in Salmon Arm. The report indicates continuing effects after the fire itself.
Severe storms shut an entire district in southwestern Germany
Severe weather has led to the closure of an entire district in Baden-Württemberg, with multiple affected regions tracked on a live map.
Bhotekoshi floods destroy settlement in Nepal
Flooding has devastated a settlement in the Bhotekoshi area, where a disabled couple are offering shelter or supplies despite losing much of what they had.
Climate shocks deepen food and water insecurity across the Arab world
Climate-related shocks are worsening food and water insecurity across Arab countries, according to the supplied report.
Expert describes catastrophic Nepal event involving a kilometre-deep fall and tsunami
A report describes a catastrophic event in Nepal involving a fall of approximately one kilometre and a resulting tsunami. The supplied headline does not provide further verified details on casualties or damage.
Typhoons and monsoon conditions leave 32 dead and affect 8 million in the Philippines
The Philippines' disaster authorities report 32 deaths and about 8 million people affected by Typhoons Luis, Maymay and Neneng, together with the southwest monsoon.
Trump approves emergency declaration for Hawaii after Lala
The U.S. president has approved an emergency declaration for Hawaii following Lala.
Blizzard warnings issued as storm moves across the United States
Blizzard warnings are in effect for Los Angeles County as a storm moves across the United States.
Glacier collapse linked to catastrophic flooding in Nepal is captured on camera
A tourist reportedly filmed a glacier collapse associated with catastrophic flooding in Nepal. The supplied headline gives no casualty or damage figures.
Bavaria's remaining glaciers are rapidly disappearing
Bavaria's last glaciers are melting, with two reportedly close to disappearing entirely.
Nepal flood-linked theft probe leads to 29 detentions
Authorities in Nepal detained 29 people over alleged theft of about ₹93 lakh from a cash safe swept away during floods. The arrests concern criminal activity amid the disaster response.
Eight-year-old survives Nepal flood by sheltering in a tree
An eight-year-old boy survived flooding in Nepal by staying in a tree after his mother feared he had died.
Heavy rain and flood risk reported across 17 Thai provinces
Heavy rain is creating flood risk across 17 provinces in Thailand.
Severe storm damages Mantova area, causing outages and blocked roads
A supercell storm in the Mantova area reportedly damaged roofs, uprooted trees, blocked roads and left towns without electricity.
Storm surge exceeds levee design capacity
A storm surge has exceeded the level that protective levees were designed to withstand. The supplied report does not identify the location or resulting damage.
Little Giant fire becomes second-highest US firefighting priority
Washington state's Little Giant wildfire has been designated the No. 2 fire priority in the United States. The supplied report provides no further details on its size or impacts.
Forest fire reported near Romania-Ukraine border after suspected drone explosion
A willow forest burned near Plauru in Romania's Tulcea county. Locals reportedly said it may have been started by an exploding drone, but that cause is unconfirmed.
Ross Fire grows as containment efforts continue
The Ross Fire is expanding while firefighters continue containment operations.
Irish land faces growing flood risk
The Irish Times reports that flooding could overwhelm parts of Ireland and argues that stronger action is needed. The headline does not identify a specific current flood, casualty toll or evacuation.
China deploys high technology to fight forest fires
China is applying advanced technology to forest-fire prevention and control.
Up to 93,000 people may be affected in Nepal emergency
A report describes an unfolding emergency in Nepal and says as many as 93,000 people may be affected. The supplied headline does not identify the hazard or confirm casualties.
Violent tornado and hailstorm damage buildings in Cremona
A violent tornado with hail damaged dozens of buildings in Cremona, Italy, leaving eight families without homes.
Search continues after deadly flooding between Nepal and Tibet
Search operations continue following severe flooding affecting areas between Nepal and Tibet. One person, Marco Ratto, remains the subject of reported searches.
Lingayen placed under a state of calamity
Authorities have placed Lingayen under a state of calamity. The supplied report does not specify the triggering hazard or its full extent.
Major earthquake in Taiwan kills four
A major earthquake rattled Taiwan and left at least four people dead.
Storm damages roofs in Cremona
Severe weather damaged roofs in Cremona, with drone footage documenting the impact.
Drought prompts assistance for communities in North Gondar
A national park is offering assistance as drought conditions take hold in Ethiopia’s North Gondar area. The supplied report does not quantify affected populations or shortages.
Hurricane Lala devastates home and coffee farm in Pahala
A report says Hurricane Lala severely damaged a Pahala family’s home and coffee farm. The supplied information does not indicate broader casualty or infrastructure impacts.
SMS alert gave workers 30 seconds to escape rushing water in Rasuwa
Workers in Rasuwa received an SMS warning just 30 seconds before floodwater began rushing in, highlighting the danger of the event and the narrow window for escape.
Five Kashmir glacial lakes pose major outburst-flood threat to infrastructure
A study finds five glacial lakes in Kashmir could threaten 2,704 buildings, 15 bridges and a power project if they undergo glacial lake outburst floods.
Severe weather causes damage across several cities in northern Italy
Bad weather has caused damage in multiple cities in northern Italy.
Climate change increases risks for Himalayan communities
A report highlights the human costs of climate change affecting the Himalayas. It describes growing risks to people and communities in the region.
Bhotekoshi floods in Nepal leave at least 628 dead
Reports indicate the Bhotekoshi flood disaster has caused at least 628 deaths and is described as unprecedented in scale.
Oregon officials urge caution as wildfire season continues
Oregon's governor warned that substantial wildfire risk remains ahead of Labor Day and urged continued caution. The report does not identify a specific major fire or new evacuation.
Indonesia earthquake death toll reaches 111 as aftershocks continue
The death toll from an earthquake in Indonesia's Nusa Tenggara Timur province has reached 111, while authorities reported 8,794 aftershocks. The disaster has caused significant loss of life and continued seismic disruption.
Pakistan seeks aid as flood death toll exceeds 900
Pakistan is seeking assistance after floods caused more than 900 deaths. The disaster has created a significant humanitarian emergency.
California braces for wildfire impacts after changes to federal response
Changes by the Trump administration to how the West fights wildfires are prompting concern as California prepares for fire risk.