Mass graves in Nepal draw criticism as search continues
Reports indicate mass graves in Nepal and an ongoing search operation. The supplied information does not specify the disaster's confirmed death toll or affected area.
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Natural disasters and severe weather: reported damage, affected communities and disruption to everyday services.
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Flood-affected farmers in Chattogram receive free seeds and seedlings
About 34,000 flood-affected farmers in Chattogram have received free seeds and seedlings. The assistance addresses agricultural disruption following flooding.
Nepal floods leave children searching for separated family members
Flooding in Nepal has reportedly separated families, with a child seen carrying a younger sibling while searching for their parents.
Wall of water sweeps through Grand Canyon as people go missing
Reports indicate a sudden flood swept through the Grand Canyon, leaving people missing.
Flash flood in Grand Canyon leaves 15 people missing
A sudden powerful flood struck the Grand Canyon, with 15 people reported missing.
Collapsing glaciers can generate lethal mud and water flows
The report explains how glacier collapse can transform into destructive walls of mud and water.
Nepal flood death toll surpasses 1,000 with nearly 4,000 still missing
Reports put Nepal's flood death toll at 1,050, with 3,916 people still missing as rescue operations continue. The disaster has destroyed infrastructure including the Tribhuvan Trishuli School.
Indonesia closes nine national parks as wildfires disrupt flights
Indonesia has closed hiking access in nine national parks amid wildfire risks, while smoke has disrupted flights at an airport in West Kalimantan. Authorities are also warning that El Niño may worsen fire conditions.
Flooding submerges homes in Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh
Flood-hit residents in Chitrakoot report devastation as the Mandakini River swells and homes remain submerged.
Scale of disaster recovery challenge in Nepal remains unclear
Nepal's Disaster Management Authority says the scale of the challenge following a disaster is still emerging.
1986 nuclear disaster left a formerly populated town abandoned
A report revisits a 1986 nuclear disaster that rapidly turned a town of about 50,000 residents into a ghost town. The supplied headline does not identify the location or provide new developments.
Smoke from Monterey fires affects California's Central Coast
Smoke from fires in Monterey is affecting air quality and conditions along California's Central Coast.
Iceland faces elevated volcanic-eruption risk
Iceland is reported to have a high risk of volcanic eruptions. No specific eruption, location or impact is provided.
Nepal floods and landslides disrupt travel routes
An account described returning to Mumbai amid flooding and landslides in Nepal, including difficult travel conditions. The supplied report does not provide casualty or damage totals.
Aid and support delivered to NTT earthquake victims
STIK Lemdiklat Polri students provided assistance and support to people affected by an earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara.
Mandakini River rises above danger level in Chitrakoot
The Mandakini River's water level has risen again in Chitrakoot and is flowing 2.05 metres above the danger mark.
Hurricane Otis devastated and looted Acapulco
Acapulco suffered extensive devastation and looting after Hurricane Otis.
Authorities move to contain breach at Gugu Dike in Pampanga
Authorities in Pampanga are taking rapid action to contain a breach at Gugu Dike. The supplied report does not provide casualty, evacuation or damage figures.
Aid delivered to victims of earthquake in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara
Indonesia's disaster agency says 1,954 tons of aid have been distributed to victims of an earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara.
Flooding leaves Australians missing as authorities increase aid
Several people remain missing after flooding in Australia, with authorities boosting assistance. Reports say there are still no answers about the missing people.
Rain is not expected to end the Brunswick fire complex near Hope
Forecasts indicate no immediate rainfall sufficient to end the Brunswick fire complex near Hope. The supplied report does not quantify the fire's size or damage.
Flooding affects Chitrakoot in Madhya Pradesh
Flooding has affected areas of Chitrakoot, and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited affected locations and promised compensation for losses.
Nepal flood appeal raises millions in Australian donations
Australian media organizations backed an appeal for people affected by flooding in Nepal, with donations reaching $3.8 million. The headline confirms significant humanitarian response but gives no further impact details.
Wales experiences a severe summer of wildfires
Reports indicate extensive wildfires in Wales during the summer. The supplied headline does not provide casualty, damage or evacuation figures.
GLOF alert issued for upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistan's PDMA issued a glacial lake outburst flood alert for upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The warning indicates a potentially serious hazard for exposed communities.
Families search hospitals for people missing after floods
Families are searching hospitals for relatives who were taken by flooding. The supplied headline does not provide casualty figures or a specific location.
Southwest monsoon leaves 16 dead in the Philippines' Central Luzon
The southwest monsoon has reportedly caused 16 deaths in Central Luzon, Philippines. The supplied report provides no further details on the extent of flooding or disruption.
Tornado and hail strike western Santa Catarina
A tornado and hailstorm affected western Santa Catarina, Brazil. The supplied report provides no details on casualties or major damage.
Extreme summer weather damages agriculture and economy across Europe
A report describes a summer that scorched French vineyards and English gardens and affected Europe's economy. The supplied headline does not quantify the damage or identify a specific emergency response.
Tourism sites closed as Mount Sinabung activity increases
Tourism sites in North Sumatra, Indonesia, were closed amid increased volcanic activity at Mount Sinabung.
Flooding affects more than 8 million people in the Philippines
Flooding in the Philippines has affected more than 8 million people, prompting the president to order faster aid.
Drought continues, requiring further restriction of Attersee outflow
Persistent drought has led authorities to continue throttling the outflow from Austria's Attersee. The report indicates an ongoing water-management response, without supplied evidence of a major wider crisis.
Flooding creates dangerous overcrowding in Nepal shelters
Flooding in Nepal has forced people into overcrowded shelters, where poor conditions are putting children’s health and safety at risk.
Evacuation orders lifted as wildfire access restrictions ease in Bald Range
Authorities lifted additional evacuation orders and eased access restrictions in the Bald Range and Faulder area. The supplied headline does not provide the fire's size, casualty count or remaining threat.
Cooler weather and rain aid crews fighting British Columbia wildfires
Cooler conditions and expected rain are assisting firefighters battling the Pear Lake and Ainslie Creek wildfires in British Columbia.
Approved homes in Melbourne flood zone raise safety concerns
Luxury homes in Brunswick, Melbourne, were approved before the area was identified as being within a flood zone.
Heavy rain and avalanche risk affect New Zealand
Heavy rain is forecast for the upper North Island while avalanche risk continues in the South Island.
Evacuations decline as aftershocks from NTT earthquake lessen
The number of evacuees is falling as aftershocks decrease following an earthquake in Japan's NTT region.
Hurricane Karina changes path, reducing rain chances in San Diego
Hurricane Karina shifted its path, lowering the chance of rain in San Diego.
Peatland rewetting scheme aims to reduce fire and flood risks
An initiative to rewet peat is intended to protect against wildfires and flooding.