Floods in Bangladesh

At least 20 people have died and over 5.2 million have been affected by floods in Bangladesh caused by monsoon rains. Relief efforts are hampered by blocked roads. Government is taking measures to help the flood victims.

China's 2024 Flood Season

China is experiencing a severe flood season with record-breaking floods, leading to significant damage and loss of life. The government is taking measures to support affected areas and prevent further disasters.

Severe Flooding in India, China, and Pakistan

Torrential rains in India, China, and Pakistan have caused over 200 deaths. Climate change intensifies storms. China predicts more extreme weather in the next 30 years. Governments are implementing disaster prevention plans.

Ethiopia's Malnutrition Crisis

Millions in Ethiopia suffering from malnutrition due to droughts and floods, communities adapting to new ways of survival.

Landslide in Nepal

Rescuers in Nepal have ruled out chances of finding survivors in a landslide that swept two buses into a river, with 55 passengers still missing. Search operations continue to recover bodies after seven have been found. Landslides and floods from monsoon rains have killed over 100 people in Nepal since mid-June.

Floods and Landslides in India's Northeast

Heavy rains in India's northeast triggered floods and landslides, resulting in at least a dozen deaths and displacing over 300,000 people from their homes.

Floods and Landslides in India's Northeast

Heavy rains in India's northeast have caused floods and landslides, resulting in at least 16 deaths and displacing over 300,000 people. Rescue efforts by the Indian army and air force are ongoing in the worst-hit states of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.

Extreme Weather Events in Summer 2024

Summer 2024 sees extreme weather events across the U.S. and the world, with record-breaking heat, flooding, and tropical storms. Climate change is identified as a key factor behind the increasing frequency of these events.

Extreme Weather Events in the U.S.

The U.S. is experiencing extreme weather events, including a heat wave in the Northeast, deadly wildfires in New Mexico, and a tropical storm in Texas. Climate change is intensifying these events. Snow in the Rockies, wildfires in New Mexico and California, and flooding in Texas are causing devastation and prompting evacuations.

Reforestation project in Rio de Janeiro's Guanabara Bay

Non-profit organization Instituto Mar Urbano planted 30,000 mangrove trees in Rio de Janeiro's polluted Guanabara Bay to improve climate resilience and combat floods. The reforestation project also improved water cleanliness and provided extra income for local crab pickers.

Impact of Climate Change on Pakistan

A heat wave in Pakistan caused by climate change has led to hundreds of heatstroke cases, with temperatures reaching 120 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas. The country is dealing with the aftermath of heavy rains and floods in 2022. Pakistan is facing the impact of global climate disasters despite contributing less than 1% to carbon emissions.

Deadly floods in Afghanistan

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Save the Children's Afghanistan country director about the aftermath of deadly floods in several provinces.

Ongoing Brazil floods raise specter of climate migration

Ongoing flooding in southern Brazil is forcing displaced residents to consider moving to higher ground due to rising river levels. The disaster has killed at least 147 people and displaced 538,000 individuals, leading to one of Brazil's biggest cases of climate migration.

Animal Rescue Efforts in Brazil Floods

Over 10,000 animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, pigs, and horses, have been rescued from floods in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul, where over 140 people have died. Volunteers are providing medical care, food, and shelter to the animals, and efforts are being made to reunite them with their owners.

Flash floods in Afghanistan

Flash floods in Afghanistan have killed over 300 people, destroyed over 1,000 houses, and affected multiple provinces. The Taliban government is mobilizing resources for rescue and recovery efforts.

Rescue of Caramelo the Horse during Flooding in Brazil

A Brazilian horse named Caramelo was rescued after being stranded on a rooftop during massive floods in southern Brazil. The rescue operation involved firefighters and veterinarians, and the horse is now recovering at a veterinary hospital. The floods in Rio Grande do Sul have caused significant damage and casualties, with many animals also being rescued and cared for.

Brazil Floods: Southern State Devastated by Unprecedented Rains

Unseasonably heavy rains in southern Brazil have led to massive flooding, resulting in at least 100 deaths and many displaced individuals. The floods are exacerbated by global warming and local topography, with rescue efforts ongoing to provide aid to those affected.

Paralympic fencer Vanderson Chaves faces challenges after massive floods in Brazil

Paralympic fencer Vanderson Chaves faces challenges after massive floods in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state, affecting his chances of reaching the Paris Games in September.

Brazil Floods in Rio Grande do Sul State

Massive floods in Brazil's southern Rio Grande do Sul state have killed at least 75 people over the last seven days, with another 103 reported missing. The floods have caused extensive damage, displacing over 88,000 people and leaving more than 800,000 without water supply.

Devastating Floods in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Heavy rains in southern Brazil have caused devastating floods in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, resulting in 39 deaths and 68 people missing. This is the fourth environmental disaster in a year, with record-breaking floods affecting cities and displacing thousands. The flooding has surpassed levels seen in a historic 1941 deluge, with cities experiencing the highest water levels in almost 150 years. Rescue efforts are ongoing as residents face challenges without basic services like internet, electricity, and water.

Kenyan President Ruto Postpones School Reopening Due to Severe Floods

Kenyan President William Ruto has postponed the reopening of schools due to heavy rains and floods, with more than 200 people killed. Floods in Kenya and East Africa have displaced over 150,000 people, leading to evacuations near full dams and reservoirs.

Floods and Landslides in Kenya

Floods and landslides in Kenya have resulted in over 170 deaths since March, with hundreds of thousands displaced from their homes.

Flooding in China's Guangdong Province

Major rivers, waterways, and reservoirs in China's Guangdong province are threatening dangerous floods, prompting emergency response plans to protect over 127 million people. Heavy rains have caused evacuations, power outages, and suspension of classes in affected areas.

UAE Denies Cloud Seeding Before Dubai Floods

The UAE government denies conducting cloud seeding before the heavy storms that caused flooding in Dubai. The National Center of Meteorology stated that no seeding operations were carried out during the storm.

Cloud Seeding in the UAE

The National Center of Meteorology in the UAE denies carrying out cloud seeding before heavy storms hit the country, causing flooding in places like Dubai. The agency stated that they did not conduct any seeding operations during the storm.

Emergency Preparedness Supplies for Natural Disasters

Tips on emergency preparedness supplies for natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. Includes items like first aid kits, flashlights, emergency radios, solar generators, waterproof bags, food rations, water filtration systems, fire starters, and more.