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Portugal to use €500 million from European funds for wildfire recovery

Portugal has received authorisation from the European Commission to access €500 million from cohesion funds to help cover the damage caused by the fires.

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At least 16 dead as torrential rain and floods hit parts of Europe

Heavy rains from Storm Boris have caused widespread flooding across several countries, with the Czech Republic declaring the highest flood warnings in 100 places.

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Typhoon Yagi hits north Vietnam killing two and closing airports

Northern Vietnam was overwhelmed by the power of Typhoon Yagi, forcing the government to close airports and evacuate citizens.

India

At least 63 dead and hundreds trapped in southern India landslides

Authorities say they have mobilised helicopters to help with rescue efforts and the Indian army has been brought in to build a temporary bridge after landslides destroyed a main crossing that linked the affected area.

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Typhoon Gaemi hits Taiwan, resulting in deaths and extensive damage

Typhoon Gaemi struck Taiwan early on Thursday, leading to the deaths of three people and causing widespread disruption and damage.

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Global temperatures surpass 1.5°C threshold for 12 months straight

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Another month brings yet another indication that Earth's temperatures are rising rapidly.

Smart Regions

Spain and Portugal join forces in the fight against natural disasters

In partnership with the European Commission

The two southern European countries can now join forces in case of an emergency thanks to coordinated communication, training and new technical equipment.

Jamaica

At least 8 dead after Hurricane Beryl batters the Caribbean

Hurricane Beryl battered Jamaica with 12 consecutive hours of strong winds and several months' worth of rain. As it has claimed at least eight lives across the Caribbean.

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Tragic storms in Valais, extensive recovery efforts initiated

Due to severe storms that caused significant flooding and landslides, the Canton of Valais in Switzerland is undergoing extensive recovery efforts.

Armenia

Northern Armenia assess aftermath of worst flooding in decades

Residents are taking stock of the damage caused by recent flooding, which killed at least four and displaced more than 269 people.

World News

Rescue effort struggles in Papua New Guinea following deadly landslide

A combination of rainfall, in-fighting and difficult terrain have made rescue operations increasingly difficult after a disaster killed as many as 2,000 people.

Nature

Bugs squashed on cars reveal a ‘staggering’ drop in insect numbers

New research has discovered that the number of bugs across the United Kingdom has lessened by a concerning amount over the last two decades.

World News

Russians demand government compensation due to flood damage

Authorities say 35 tonnes of food, water, hygiene products and medical supplies have been delivered to disaster-hit areas.

Smart Regions

Earthquakes: The European project preparing for emergencies

In partnership with the European Commission

Experts at the Institute of Seismology in Thessaloniki, Greece, monitor tremors in real-time for REDACt, a consortium helping four countries bordering the Black Sea respond more efficiently to earthquakes.

World News

Lava reaches defence barriers after Iceland volcano eruption

Lava from a volcanic eruption in Iceland has reached defence ramparts, designed to top it spreading towards a lagoon and power plant.

France

Rain floods southern France for third time in six months

Severe floods have hit the French Southwest city of Saintes (Charente-Maritime) for the third time in just six months.

World News

Volcanic eruption in Iceland subsides, scientists warn more may follow

The eruption on Thursday disrupted the heat and hot water supplies for thousands of residents in the town of Grindavik. It was the third in the region since December.

Iceland

Volcanic eruption in Iceland leaves thousands left without heating

Temperatures in Iceland are currently subzero.

Chile

Dozens killed in Chile as forest fires rage in densely populated areas

President Gabriel Boric warned that the death toll could worsen as four large fires burn in the region of Valparaiso, where firefighters have struggled to reach the most threatened neighbourhoods.

Climate Now

Slovenia is trying to flood-proof the country - here’s how

In partnership with Copernicus

Slovenia is raising levees and levies in a nationwide effort to become resilient to heavy rainfall and flash flooding. Climate Now reports from the riverside on the works underway and offers insight on the latest Copernicus climate data.