Flooding disrupts Abuja airport road and inundates Lugbe
Flooding has paralyzed the road to Abuja airport and submerged parts of Lugbe.
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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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Floods and landslides kill 11 after torrential rains
Torrential rains triggered floods and landslides across multiple states, killing 11 people.
Floodwaters recede in Hamilton County, leaving damage
Floodwaters have receded in Hamilton County, leaving damage behind. The supplied report does not specify the scale of casualties or disruption.
Panama disease threatens Cavendish banana production
Banana farms are being affected by Panama disease, threatening the Cavendish variety that dominates global production.
Grand Canyon flooding leaves two dead and one missing while disrupting water service
Two people remain dead and one hiker is missing after flash flooding in the Grand Canyon. Damage to the water supply has led to canceled overnight stays.
Santa Rosa Island fire threatens Torrey pines as protection efforts continue
A fire on Santa Rosa Island is expected to cause substantial mortality among Torrey pine trees, while efforts are underway to protect vulnerable populations. No casualty or evacuation figures are provided.
Hailstorm blankets Wagrain in a winter-like layer
A severe hailstorm reportedly covered Wagrain in Austria, creating winter-like conditions. No wider casualties or major infrastructure disruption are specified.
Army deployed after torrential rain triggers emergency
A government called in the army as torrential rain created an emergency. The supplied report does not identify the country or provide casualty or damage figures.
USGS Confirms Earthquake Beneath Missouri Railroad Tracks
The USGS confirmed that an earthquake occurred beneath railroad tracks in Missouri.
Logging may worsen flood impacts, researchers warn
Reporting says clear-cut logging can make floods worse, beyond the effect of tree numbers alone.
Tornado confirmed near Maryfield as heavy rain affects Saskatchewan
A tornado was confirmed near Maryfield, Saskatchewan, amid heavy rainfall. The supplied report does not specify casualties or major damage.
Earthquakes reported in Calabria's Cosenza area
The headline concerns earthquakes in the Cosenza area and an interview with an expert about them.
New York prepares for severe storms and flooding
New York is preparing for strong storms and possible flooding, with the worst conditions expected at a reported time.
Wilton tornado prompts cleanup funding request
A tornado in Wilton has led to a request for government funding to support cleanup operations.
Glascwm wildfire destroys 116 hectares in Powys
A wildfire has destroyed 116 hectares in Powys, Wales. The supplied report does not provide casualty, evacuation or infrastructure details.
Caracas airport resumes operations from temporary terminals after deadly earthquakes
Venezuela's main airport has reopened through temporary terminals after sustaining serious earthquake damage. Commercial operations are returning, but the permanent facilities remain disrupted.
Evacuations ordered as Plaskett and Timber fires burn in Monterey County
The Plaskett and Timber wildfires have prompted evacuations in Monterey County. The supplied reports do not state the evacuation size, containment or casualties.
Cascade disaster strikes Nepal's Bhote Koshi valley
A report examines a cascading disaster involving a glacier and destructive torrents in the Bhote Koshi area.
Political leader visits site of Oxfordshire wildfire
Green leader Zack Polanski has visited an Oxfordshire wildfire site. The supplied report provides no information about the fire's scale, casualties or wider disruption.
Historic rainfall floods Martinsburg as cleanup continues
Historic rainfall caused flooding in Martinsburg, with cleanup operations still underway.
Flood victims in Ondo receive government relief supplies
The Ondo state government distributed relief materials to victims of flooding.
Merritt-area wildfire could intensify as winds strengthen
A fire near Merritt could flare as stronger winds arrive before wetter weather is forecast.
Evacuation order lifted in Incomappleux Valley as wildfire crews contain blaze
An evacuation order ended in the Incomappleux Valley while crews continued holding the Johnson Creek wildfire.
Wildfires close part of California's Highway 1 as Oregon fire season continues
Wildfires near Big Sur have closed part of Highway 1. An incoming storm may not end Oregon's fire season, while commentary highlights continuing insurance impacts.
Communities urged to improve wildfire resilience through better data
The report highlights the need for better data to help communities prepare for and withstand wildfires.
Severe flooding reported in the Philippines
The headline reports severe flooding in the Philippines but provides no details on location, casualties or damage.
62 Arkansas counties classified as high wildfire risk
Arkansas's agriculture department says 62 counties face a high risk of wildfire danger.
Drones search mud for trapped workers in Nepal
Drones are being used to search muddy terrain for workers reportedly trapped in Nepal. The scale of the incident is not specified.
Satellite detected glacier crack before disaster
Satellite imagery reportedly captured a crack in a glacier days before a subsequent disaster. The supplied headline does not specify the location or scale of impact.
Hurricane Lowell strengthens to Category 4 south of Hawaii
Hurricane Lowell has strengthened to Category 4 and is expected to remain powerful for several days. Hawaii is also monitoring two hurricanes, with strong swells and potential marine hazards already noted.
Beaver continues recovery after catastrophic July flooding
Beaver is attempting to avoid further problems following catastrophic flooding in July. The headline does not specify the location, damage or current disruption.
Bodies recovered after catastrophic flooding in Nepal as identification begins
Survivors described an unprecedented catastrophe after flooding in Rasuwa, Nepal. DNA sampling is underway to identify recovered bodies.
Turkmenistan methane emissions face scrutiny after 192 UN alerts
Turkmenistan has come under scrutiny after 192 United Nations alerts concerning methane emissions. The reports identify a significant environmental monitoring and emissions concern.
Washington wildfire emergency expands to 12 counties
Washington's wildfire emergency declaration has expanded to twelve counties, adding Benton and Kittitas counties. FEMA has ended an emergency period for Washington wildfires, indicating mixed changes in the response status.
Flooding inundates more than 11,000 hectares across five Uttar Pradesh districts
Rising rivers have inundated over 11,000 hectares across five districts in Uttar Pradesh, India.
Planned wildfire burns across Washington town
A Washington town is burning as part of a planned fire operation.
Summer marked by extreme and unusual weather
A report recaps a summer season characterized by extreme and unusual weather. The supplied information does not specify locations or impacts.
China faces censorship concerns after flash flood
The report concerns official censorship following a flash flood in China.
Nepal glacier disaster highlights wider threat to endangered glaciers
A report on a disaster in Nepal says it may represent only the tip of a broader threat facing the world's most endangered glaciers.
Wildfires damage France's wine industry
Wildfires are scorching parts of France's wine industry, causing damage to vineyards and related agricultural activity.