Floods

Catastrophic floods caused by a glacial collapse have led to missing persons in regions including Nepal and Tibet. Specifically, Xinhua News Agency reported that mudslides stemming from a glacial collapse in Tibet left 558 people unaccounted for.

China’s state media reports that 558 people are missing in Tibet following floods. The report also notes that hundreds of other individuals were left missing in Nepal.

Flash floods occurred in Nepal and Tibet. According to reports, officials were caught off guard by these deadly floods on Wednesday because no rain was falling.

Thousands in Indiana have been without power for 10 days due to floods. The flooding devastated Gary, and full power restoration in the area may not occur until next week.

India's severe monsoon season has caused over 100 deaths since July, leading to floods and landslides. Climate change and El Nino are disrupting rainfall patterns, exacerbating the situation.

Sri Lanka has closed schools due to floods and mudslides that have killed 7 people. The storms damaged 129 houses and led to the evacuation of nearly 3,500 people.

Gujarat has deployed 6,868 medical camps and 18,000 surveillance teams in response to floods. The initiative aims to address health and safety concerns following the disaster.

Bangladesh warned India that hosting a fugitive former leader's political activity could harm improving bilateral ties. Assam is dealing with devastation from ongoing floods.

Sri Lanka closed schools in mountainous regions as heavy rains triggered floods and mudslides, killing five, injuring three, and displacing nearly 2,000 people. The Disaster Management Center reported 129 damaged houses, with military and civilian efforts underway to rescue affected residents. The Central province, already recovering from November's Cyclone Ditwa, faces ongoing challenges from annual monsoon-related disasters.

Sri Lanka has closed schools in its tea-growing mountainous regions due to heavy rains causing floods and mudslides. The weather events resulted in five deaths and three injuries, according to officials.

Matthew Zwolinski, a fire specialist with AFD, participated in flood response efforts in central Texas this and last year as part of Texas A&M Task Force 1.

1.28 lakh people in seven Assam districts are affected by floods as the death toll rises to 87, with two additional fatalities reported in Sivasagar district. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority confirmed the deaths in its report.

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan defends his helicopter trip and lunch during floods, calling the politicization of the meal unfortunate. He sarcastically remarks about being unaware if the previous Chief Minister fasted during the 2018 floods.

1.35 lakh people remain affected by floods in Assam, with three additional deaths raising the total toll to 85. Sivasagar district is the worst-hit, affecting over 55,000 people, followed by 40,000 in Charaideo and 22,000 in Jorhat.

Torrential rain triggered deadly floods and a landslide in India’s Kerala, resulting in at least two deaths and eight injuries.

Britain could face food shortages due to a severe drought, with wheat crops at half their normal height and England experiencing its earliest harvest as farmers struggle. Drought conditions have restricted irrigation, compounding challenges from winter floods that disrupted planting.

Clean-up operations have started in Kottayam, Kerala, following severe floods in 2026, which have disrupted normal life in areas like Erattupetta, Pala, Kanjirappally, and Koottickal. Many houses are now uninhabitable, and a holiday has been declared for all educational institutions in the district.

Flood conditions have eased in Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, but the Upper Kuttanad region remains severely affected by ongoing flooding.

Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C, and avoided floods and wildfires across eight countries. She described the experience as being about the adventure.

Kasaragod district in Kerala is under high alert for two more days due to floods in 2026, with 208 people sheltered in five relief camps. Two landslips were reported in Thayyeni at Kattamkavala in the district.

Landslides and overflowing rivers caused destruction in Kerala's Kottayam district. Ten relief camps, including six in Kanjirappally taluk, were established, sheltering 327 people.

The death toll in Assam's floods has reached 82, with 1.92 lakh people still affected. The flood situation has improved since July 30, 2026, when over two lakh people were impacted across eight districts.

Torrential rain has caused landslips and floods in Kottayam and Pathanamthitta. Authorities have issued a high alert for high ranges and downstream areas due to fears of further landslips and flash floods.

West End landlords are redesigning London's squares and buildings to adapt to increased heat and floods. The initiative aims to prepare the capital for future extreme weather conditions similar to Saudi summers.

The Assam flood toll has reached 80, with over two lakh people affected. The floods are impacting 21 revenue circles and 437 villages across eight districts, including Golaghat, Sivasagar, Biswanath, Charaideo, Kamrup (Metropolitan), Jorhat, Dhemaji, and Nagaon.

Austin-Travis County EMS has acquired additional swift water rescue equipment following two years of deadly flood events. The new equipment aims to enhance rescue operations after recent floods caused fatalities.

North Odisha is experiencing floods affecting 1.25 lakh people, with schools closed in 10 districts. The situation is described as grim, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall in Odisha over the next 24 hours.

A video examines the reasons behind Chennai's severe flooding and the prolonged recovery process linked to Cyclone Michaung.

Vermont faces severe environmental challenges including floods, droughts, and water shortages, with climate-related costs exceeding $15.9 million for farmers in 2025 alone. Efforts to expand population and development, such as the Vermont Futures Project's 2035 growth targets, clash with ecological limits highlighted by declining aquifers and Earth Overshoot Day.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Amit Shah for a 'flood-free Assam' promise and accused the BJP of failing to address floods. He called for mobilizing resources for rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts in Assam.

The death toll from monsoon rains and floods in Pakistan has exceeded 100. Punjab's monsoon season typically lasts until September, with more rain expected this week.

Three Assam districts—Charaideo, Jorhat, and Sivasagar—have unexpectedly become flood-affected, despite historically being less prone to such disasters. The article highlights the shift in these regions becoming a 'waterworld,' contrasting with their previous status as 'near-untouched' areas.

Torrential rains in West Virginia caused severe flooding, damaging bridges and prompting water rescues. Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deployed National Guard members, with no deaths immediately reported. The storms also produced tornadoes in several states.

Brazil absorbs a 25% tariff from Trump, Chile mourns 10 flood victims, Colombia elects a new Senate leader, and Argentina's credit risk improves. The article covers key developments across Latin American countries.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has killed over 1,000 people. In Kenya, human rights groups warn of political 'goons' disrupting rallies ahead of next year's elections. Senegal's Pink Lake is gradually regaining its iconic color four years after floods threatened its ecosystem.

Eastern Assam is experiencing its worst floods in 60 years, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stating the damage is greater than anticipated and more bodies are being recovered. Additional rainfall is expected over the next four days.

Tropical Storm Bertha is expected to strike the US within hours, prompting millions to prepare for potential floods and power outages.

The article highlights Colombia's congressional revolt, Chile's flood-related suffering, and Argentina's post-World Cup emotional state on July 22, 2026. It describes the raw emotional conditions across Latin America, including quakes, floods, and political upheaval.

Almost 500 homes and 100 businesses were damaged in Kerr County floods. Experts, officials, and residents attribute life-saving efforts to the slower rainfall over several days, new sirens, and increased vigilance.

Six people were killed in floods and landslides in the Northeast. Railway authorities in Assam cancelled or altered passenger train services, with at least 25 deaths reported across four states since late June.