Nationwide Electricity Outage in Ecuador

A nationwide electricity outage struck Ecuador, leaving the nation in the dark and affecting the capital's subway system. The outage was caused by a failure in the transmission line, leading to confusion on the streets and halting subway operations.

Carrie Underwood's Performance at Carolina Country Music Fest

Carrie Underwood performed in inclement weather at Carolina Country Music Fest, almost slipped on stage after singing in the rain, but continued the show with her fans' support.

Billboard Collapse in Mumbai, India

A large billboard collapsed in Mumbai, India during heavy rain, killing 14 and injuring 74. The incident was caused by high winds, and the billboard was illegally installed. Rescue operations are ongoing.

Flooding in Texas

Massive amounts of rain in Texas have caused flooding, leading to evacuations. The rain is expected to continue with up to 3 inches more expected. The flooding has impacted Texas and parts of Louisiana for weeks, resulting in severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. Houston officials have performed over 100 water rescues and 179 people, along with 122 pets, were rescued in Liberty County. No deaths or injuries have been reported.

Cold Front Hits Northern California with Rain and Snow in Spring

A cold front from the Gulf of Alaska brought temperature drops, rain, and snow to Northern California in the middle of spring. The adverse weather conditions prompted highway closures and winter weather advisories. Temperatures across the state are predicted to be 5 to 20 degrees lower than normal through Monday.

Severe Flooding in Houston Area

Heavy storms slammed the Houston area, causing dangerous flooding and high-water rescues, with officials warning of worsening conditions. Several hundred structures at risk, schools closed, and roads jammed. Reservoirs and ground saturated from weeks of heavy rain. Evacuations ordered, hundreds of rescues conducted. No deaths or injuries reported in Houston.

Highway Collapse in China

A highway section collapsed in southeastern China, resulting in a death toll of 48 with 3 others unidentified. The collapse was caused by heavy rains, sending over 20 cars down a steep slope. Search efforts continue amidst challenges like rain and soil sliding.

Highway Collapse in Southern China

A section of a highway collapsed in southern China, causing at least 24 deaths. Heavy rains and flooding in the area may have contributed to the incident.

Heavy Rains and Flooding in the United Arab Emirates

Torrential rains in the United Arab Emirates lead to flight cancellations, school closures, and flooding, following cloud seeding operations to address water security issues.

Indonesia Landslide Tragedy

Emergency crews recover bodies of 3-year-old girl and her mother in Indonesia landslide tragedy that killed 20 people. Landslides caused by torrential rain in Tana Toraja district of South Sulawesi province. Rescuers faced challenges due to steep, muddy terrain.

California Highway 1 Collapse near Big Sur

Part of California's Highway 1 near Big Sur collapsed due to spring rains, stranding 1,600 people who had to be moved in convoys. The road has been damaged before by winter and spring storms.

Wedding Superstitions and Traditions

A photographer shares how capturing small moments at weddings can lead to unique shots. The article discusses various wedding superstitions and traditions, such as the belief that rain on a wedding day brings good luck and the significance of 'something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.' It also touches on the bouquet toss tradition and the superstition that crying on your wedding day is a sign of good luck.

Fatal Incidents on Spain's Coastlines

Four people have died in separate incidents on Spain's Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines after falling into the sea amid warnings of strong winds and rain. The incidents involved individuals of various nationalities.

California Drought Forecast

AccuWeather predicts no widespread drought in California through 2025 due to abundant rain and snow in recent winters, replenishing water reservoirs and quenching parched landscape.

Water Shortage in Mexico City

Mexico City is facing a water shortage due to poor infrastructure and climate change, which could worsen if rain doesn't arrive soon.

Environmental Issues in Italy: Pollution and Drought

Italy is facing severe pollution and drought issues due to lack of rain, leading to water shortages, decreased wine production, and early awakening of bees. Northern Italy's high air pollution levels have prompted bans on gas-guzzling cars and spraying of animal waste onto fields.