FEMA denies New York appeal for disaster funding
FEMA has denied New York's appeal for federal disaster funding.
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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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Weak monsoon is changing India's agricultural economics
A report examines the economic effects of a weak monsoon in India.
Cyclone damage delays rebuilding amid insurance claims
Insurance claim delays are preventing some homeowners from rebuilding after Cyclone Narelle.
Wildfire smoke linked to tourism losses in Bend
A study links wildfire smoke exposure to reduced tourism in Bend. The report indicates that wildfire impacts extend beyond direct fire damage to local economic activity.
Flooding destroys home in Nepal community
Flooding in Nepal reportedly destroyed a resident's home and left the surrounding community devastated.
Utah records more than 1,000 wildfires
Utah has recorded more than 1,000 wildfires, while the share attributed to human causes has declined.
Widespread oil pollution detected off Yemen's Hodeidah coast
Widespread oil pollution was detected off Yemen's Hodeidah coast amid ship-to-ship transfers.
Rare El Niño event linked to three simultaneous Pacific cyclones
A report describes a rare El Niño-related phenomenon involving three cyclones occurring simultaneously in the Pacific Ocean. The supplied information does not provide locations, impacts or confirmed damage.
Arson suspect arrested after massive Nevada wildfire
An arson suspect was arrested near Reno after a wildfire burned approximately 200,000 acres. The supplied report does not provide casualty, evacuation or damage details.
Mayon Volcano records rising sulfur dioxide levels
Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has recorded increased sulfur dioxide levels. The supplied report does not indicate an eruption, evacuation or other major operational consequence.
Prescribed burns reportedly halve giant sequoia deaths
Research indicates prescribed burns reduced deaths among giant sequoias by half. The finding concerns wildfire resilience and forest management in the western United States.
Heat deaths and flooding reported in Grand Canyon area
Reports highlight heat-related deaths and flooding at the Grand Canyon, alongside local business developments.
Hungary records its hottest month since 1901
Hungary recorded its hottest month since 1901, according to Xinhua.
Pennsylvania municipalities receive $1.2 million in grants after Hurricane Ida
A township and municipality in Montgomery County received $1.2 million in grants following Hurricane Ida. The funding supports post-disaster recovery.
UNDP sends rechargeable lamps to Cuba for hurricane relief
UNDP has sent more than 16,000 rechargeable lamps to Cuba following Hurricane Melissa. The supplies are intended to support affected communities during relief efforts.
Pear Lake fire suppression work continues after designation ends
The Pear Lake fire designation is ending, but crews and suppression operations remain in place.
Ross Fire burns 90,000 acres and destroys 157 structures in Texas
The Ross Fire has burned 90,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties and destroyed 157 structures.
Tornado confirmed in southern Brazil after severe tree damage
A tornado was confirmed in a city in Santa Catarina, Brazil, where trees were uprooted.
Venezuela earthquake crisis worsens one week after quake
A week after an earthquake, shelters remain full, rescues continue and the humanitarian crisis is growing in Venezuela.
Hurricane Lowell strengthens to Category 5 in the Pacific
Hurricane Lowell has strengthened to Category 5 intensity in the Pacific Ocean.
Typhoon Saudel brings floods and extreme rainfall to China
Typhoon Saudel has triggered an emergency response in China because of flooding and extreme rainfall, with significant damage reported in the supplied headline.
Heavy rain batters West Bengal; Darjeeling toy-train accident injures several
Heavy rain is affecting West Bengal, while a toy-train car-shed crash in Darjeeling injured several people. The supplied report does not indicate a broader casualty scale or major infrastructure failure.
Flooding in Nepal leaves about 30 Jewish people reportedly missing
Flooding in Nepal has reportedly left approximately 30 Jewish people missing, according to a Chabad rabbi. The supplied report gives no broader casualty or damage figures.
Novato changes rules to comply with FEMA flood-program standards
Novato is adjusting local rules to meet federal flood-program requirements.
UN report says Earth is likely to exceed 1.5C warming threshold
A UN report says Earth will overshoot 1.5C of warming, while emissions cuts could limit resulting damage. The report concerns long-term global climate risk rather than an immediate disaster.
Severe storms bring flooding and power outages across Ontario
Damaging thunderstorms caused flooding and power outages in the Toronto area, while tornado and severe-thunderstorm warnings were issued and later ended in parts of Ontario.
Flooding investigation begins on roads in Abuja
The FCTA has begun investigating flooding incidents affecting Airport Road and Lokogoma in Abuja.
UN says world must scale up carbon removal after missing climate goals
The United Nations says climate goals have been missed and that carbon removal must now expand significantly. The supplied report does not provide further details on specific measures.
Public backs moorland management amid wildfire concerns
A poll found public support for moorland management in the context of wildfire risk. It reports attitudes toward prevention rather than a current major wildfire.
Wildfire reported in Spathovouni, Corinthia
A fire was reported in Spathovouni, Corinthia, Greece. The supplied headline does not provide information about its size, casualties or wider disruption.
Trump declares emergency for Hawk Fire assistance in Nevada
An emergency declaration was signed to provide assistance related to the Hawk Fire in Nevada.
Aspen Acres wildfire tests Colorado property insurance reforms
The Aspen Acres fire is being described as the first significant test of recent Colorado property insurance reforms. The supplied report does not provide the fire's size, casualties or damage total.
Edouard flooding leaves more than 70,000 Texas customers without power
Texas faces another day of flooding from former Tropical Depression Edouard, with more than 70,000 customers reportedly without power. The continuing flash-flood emergency indicates worsening or sustained impacts despite the storm's weakening.
Ganga erosion washes away 10 houses in Bihar's Bhojpur
Riverbank erosion has intensified in Bhojpur, Bihar, washing away 10 houses. The event is causing localized displacement and property loss.
Federal aid approved for 20 Kentucky counties after deadly flooding
Federal assistance has been approved for 20 Kentucky counties affected by deadly June flooding, while residents in other affected areas continue seeking aid and facing damaged infrastructure.
2026 Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Texas-Louisiana border
Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, on September 1, 2026, with 60-mph winds. The storm brought a flash-flood threat to southeast Texas and southwest Louisiana as it moved inland.
Extreme flash floods hit Texas after up to 30 inches of rain
Texas received up to 30 inches of rain in 24 hours, triggering extreme flash flooding and rescues of trapped residents.
Indonesian wildfire haze spreads across Southeast Asia
Wildfires in Indonesia are producing toxic haze that has spread to Malaysia and the Philippines, extending the affected area beyond Kalimantan and disrupting regional air quality and travel.
Flooding affects Bulacan in the Philippines
Reports indicate Go visited and assisted flood victims in Bulacan. The supplied information does not provide casualty or damage figures.
Flooding persists in Indiantown as residents demand action
Residents of Indiantown are calling for action while flooding continues.