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Over 200 dead as flash floods devastate India and Pakistan

Flash floods triggered by torrential rains have killed more than 200 people in India and Pakistan over the past 24 hours, with scores still missing, officials said.

15/08/2025

Japan

Several people missing after powerful rains lash southern Japan

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba urged residents to "prioritise actions to save your lives" as heavy rainfall triggered flooding and mudslides in the country's south.

11/08/2025

China

At least 10 killed and 33 missing in northern China flash flooding

Several parts of China are being battered by heavy rains with President Xi Jinping urging all-out rescue and flood prevention efforts.

08/08/2025

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Japan issues top-level warnings as floods and landslides hit Kyushu

Heavy rain lashed Japan’s southern Kyushu island on Friday, triggering floods, landslides and mass evacuations as authorities issued the highest-level warnings in parts of the region.

08/08/2025

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Heavy rain triggers flash floods and travel chaos on US East Coast

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the US East Coast on Thursday, grounding flights and forcing emergency rescues of stranded drivers from Philadelphia to New York City.

01/08/2025

China

Beijing officials say 31 people died in care home during floods

The facility sat on low-lying ground near a river that had flooded after the unusually intense rains.

31/07/2025

China

At least 30 killed as heavy rains lash northern China

Beijing authorities said they would launch a top-level emergency response at 8 pm on Monday, ordering people to stay inside, closing schools, suspending construction work and stopping outdoor tourism and other activities until the response is lifted.

28/07/2025

Pakistan

Heavy monsoon rains in east Pakistan kill 54 people in 24 hours

Since 26 June, Pakistan has reported 178 deaths from Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the northwest, Sindh in the south and Balochistan in the southwest, officials said.

17/07/2025

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Extreme heat and floods sweep across Italy, leaving two dead

A deadly mix of soaring temperatures and sudden flooding left two people dead in Italy on Monday, as an African anticyclone drives extreme weather across Europe.

01/07/2025

Europe News

Dozens evacuated in Switzerland's Valais canton following mudslide

Residents of Val de Bagne woke up on Monday to new debris flows after a major mudslide forced around 30 people to evacuate.

09/06/2025

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Floodwaters trap vehicles after sudden downpour in Mexico City

Torrential rain on the evening of 2 June caused severe flooding in parts of Mexico City, leaving motorists stranded as emergency services carried out multiple rescues.

03/06/2025

Nigeria

Over 150 killed as torrential rain unleashes floods in Nigeria

Floodwaters submerged large parts of the market town of Mokwa, with officials predicting the death toll would grow.

31/05/2025

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Homes and crops damaged as floods spread across Romania

Strong winds and torrential rain over the two days have triggered severe flooding across Romania, displacing hundreds and damaging homes, crops and infrastructure.

30/05/2025

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Three dead, thousands affected after floodwaters swamp New South Wales

Record-breaking floods on Australia’s east coast have left at least three people dead and one missing, as authorities warn of more heavy rain in the coming days.

22/05/2025

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Floodwaters sweep away cars as heavy rain hits Paros island

Experts warn that more severe weather is on the way, with heavy rain expected to hit the Aegean islands, particularly the Cyclades.

01/04/2025

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Heavy rain triggers landslides and wall collapse in Dubrovnik

Landslides and a wall collapse in Dubrovnik-Neretva County on Wednesday caused vehicle damage and traffic disruptions, including reduced lanes on the Adriatic Highway near Dubac.

26/03/2025

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Storm Martinho triggers flood warnings and damage across Spain

Storm Martinho causes widespread damage and flooding risks in Spain, with Madrid facing record rainfall and Galicia and Andalusia experiencing strong winds and disruptions.

21/03/2025

Europe News

Thousands across the UK battle floodwaters caused by Storm Bert

Among the hardest-hit areas were parts of Wales, where authorities issued over 40 flood warnings after floods were reported in several towns over the weekend.

25/11/2024

Green News

Less concrete and more green space: Denmark’s plan to avoid flooding

Around the world, estimates suggest economic costs to cities from rising seas and inland flooding could top €950 billion by 2050.

20/11/2024

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No comment: At least one dead after landslide in eastern Turkey

A fatal landslide occurred in the Cayeli district of Rize following heavy rainfall.

19/11/2024