Agricultural and forest fire burns near Thines Vartholomiou in Greece
A fire is burning across agricultural and forest land near Thines Vartholomiou in Ilia, with a helicopter participating in firefighting operations.
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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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Plane crashes in Attersee, killing all occupants
An aircraft crashed into Attersee, and the occupants were killed immediately. The supplied report does not state the number of victims.
Possible tornado reported in Tavistock
A possible tornado has been reported in Tavistock. The supplied report does not provide confirmed details on damage or casualties.
Three hurricanes form simultaneously in the Pacific
Three hurricanes reportedly formed simultaneously in the Pacific, a rare occurrence not seen for 11 years.
Resource centers open for Kona earthquake community
Community resource centers have opened on Hawaii's Big Island following a Kona earthquake. The supplied report gives no details on casualties or broader infrastructure damage.
Hurricane Lowell reaches Category 5 before weakening to Category 4 west of Hawaii
Hurricane Lowell briefly strengthened to Category 5 and then weakened to Category 4 while tracking west of Hawaii. Officials continued urging Kauai residents to prepare as the storm approached the region.
Wildfire damage weighs heavily on Okanagan property market
The fire-ravaged Okanagan real estate market has suffered a larger downturn than other Interior markets. The report describes an economic effect following wildfire damage.
Wildfire damage leaves dozens of properties in need of cleanup
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is seeking provincial help to clean up dozens of properties damaged by wildfire.
Earthquake leaves Colombian distillery workers without homes
An earthquake has left workers at a Colombian distillery without homes. The supplied report does not provide casualty figures or broader damage details.
Flooding leaves cattle-fodder shortages in Bihar
Residents in Danapur, Bihar, report shortages of cattle fodder during flooding and are requesting relief materials. The disruption is affecting local livelihoods and animal welfare.
Wildfire affects North York Moors
A wildfire has affected the North York Moors, with UK minister Angela Rayner apologizing for its impact. The supplied information does not provide the fire's size, casualties or disruption level.
Rio turns to scientific and spiritual responses as El Niño intensifies
Rio de Janeiro is responding to intensifying El Niño conditions with scientific measures and spiritual guidance. The supplied report provides no confirmed casualty or damage figures.
Public urged to stock up on essentials ahead of El Niño
People have been advised to prepare by obtaining essential supplies before El Niño conditions intensify. The report does not specify confirmed damage or affected locations.
Flooding kills victims along the Kyirong–Rasuwagadhi corridor
Prayer services were held in Dehradun for victims of flooding affecting the Kyirong–Rasuwagadhi area. The supplied report does not provide casualty totals or the extent of disruption.
Wildfire destroys evacuee's property in Cariboo
A Cariboo wildfire evacuee returned home to find the property destroyed by fire and subsequently looted. The report indicates serious localized wildfire damage.
California scraps proposed wildfire liability overhaul
California has abandoned a proposed overhaul of wildfire liability rules.
Potentially severe El Niño could alter London's weather
A report examines what a purportedly very strong El Niño could mean for London's weather. The supplied information does not establish specific impacts or an active emergency.
Heavy rain floods Delhi airport and leaves parts of Delhi-NCR waterlogged
Further reports say heavy rain flooded gates at Delhi's IGI Airport, forced flight diversions and waterlogged major areas including Connaught Place.
Three women survive deadly flash flood in Grand Canyon
Three women caught in a Grand Canyon flash flood clung to a rock ledge for five hours before being found alive by helicopter.
Wildfire contained in Paiania after emergency alert
A wildfire in the Argythea area of Paiania, Greece, was contained within 30 minutes. Authorities issued an emergency 112 alert.
North Texas wildfire destroys 167 structures amid extreme heat
A wildfire in North Texas has destroyed 167 structures during extreme heat. The supplied headline does not provide casualty, evacuation or containment figures.
Flooding prompts drainage-clearing operation in Nigeria's capital territory
The Federal Capital Territory began clearing drainage systems amid flash floods.
Storm flooding keeps roads closed in western New York as five tornadoes are confirmed
Officials have confirmed five tornadoes in New York State, bringing the 2026 total to 21, while storm flooding continues to leave many roads closed in western New York.
Wildfire smoke reduces visibility on Oregon road
A driver reported that wildfire smoke engulfed a road in Oregon.
Hurricane Marie brings high surf concerns to Southern California
Hurricane Marie is generating high-surf concerns for coastal communities in Southern California.
Rising Ganga and Yamuna submerge Prayagraj ghats as relief camps prepare
Heavy rain has caused the Ganga and Yamuna rivers to rise, submerging ghats in Prayagraj. Authorities have prepared 29 relief camps.
Climate-adaptation efforts highlighted in Eswatini
A report describes climate adaptation in Eswatini, framed around a garden project and local action. No specific disaster or new hazard is identified.
China continues disaster relief efforts after Gyirong disaster
China's defense ministry says rescue and relief efforts in Gyirong continue, with officials describing hope for further assistance. The supplied headline gives no casualty or damage figures.
September 2026 floods inundated parts of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh
On September 4, 2026, rivers rose across Bihar, while Uttar Pradesh reported 26 affected districts and 17,544 evacuations. Roads, farmland and some transport links were disrupted.
Red rainfall warning issued for three areas of Luzon
The Philippine weather agency Pagasa issued a red rainfall warning over three areas of Luzon, indicating a potentially hazardous period of heavy rain.
Former Malawi Air Force commander points to human factor in Chilima plane crash
A former Malawi Air Force commander reportedly ruled out technical failure and attributed the crash involving former Vice-President Saulos Chilima to human factors and a route change. The supplied report concerns an investigation into a past fatal aviation disaster.
Wildfire risk leaves rural Arizona residents struggling to obtain insurance
Rising wildfire threats are reportedly making insurance difficult for residents in rural Arizona. The report points to growing vulnerability and financial exposure in fire-prone communities.
Ontario storm prompts insurance guidance for affected residents
Insurance guidance has been published following a major storm in Ontario. The supplied headline does not provide casualty, damage or disruption figures.
Below-average September rainfall raises concerns for India's crops
India received below-average rainfall in September, increasing concern about agricultural conditions and crop yields.
Bihar authorities warn of rising floodwater and promise relief
Bihar's water flow is increasing, and the state administration says it is on alert and preparing relief efforts.
Rising rivers force Bihar students to use boats to reach school
Students in Bihar are using boat rides to travel to school as river water levels rise.
Sikkim identifies 40 high-hazard glacial lakes, including 16 at highest risk
Authorities have identified 40 glacial lakes in Sikkim as high hazard, with 16 considered at the highest risk of an outburst.
UK minister urges public to store food ahead of forecast El Niño winter
A report says Andy Burnham urged the public to store food, citing expectations of an unusually strong El Niño affecting the UK this winter.
Severe flooding reported in Madhya Pradesh’s Chitrakoot
A local official says flooding in Chitrakoot is more severe than the 2003 flood. The report describes significant flooding in Madhya Pradesh.
Bhotekoshi flood recovery faces prolonged challenges
An unprecedented Bhotekoshi flood has moved from emergency response into an early recovery phase. The supplied report indicates ongoing challenges in restoring affected areas.