South Africa Declares National Disaster as Floods Claim Over 200 Lives Across Region
South Africa declares national disaster as floods kill over 200 across Southern Africa, displacing thousands and prompting regional rescue efforts.
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South Africa declares national disaster as floods kill over 200 across Southern Africa, displacing thousands and prompting regional rescue efforts.
China’s Fengyun-3D satellite documents the rapid disintegration of Antarctica’s A23a iceberg, now 88% smaller than its 1986 size, with complete collapse expected within weeks.
A herd of over 100 protected wild yaks spotted in China’s Gansu Province highlights successful ecological conservation efforts in high-altitude regions.
Morocco’s seven-year drought ends with winter rains boosting water reserves, revitalizing agriculture, and advancing desalination plans for future resilience.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji triggers severe flooding in Queensland, prompting evacuations and livestock losses as rescue operations continue.
Kilauea volcano’s 2026 eruption dazzles with 1,500-foot lava fountains, continuing activity since 2024 while maintaining safe distance from populated areas.
Southeast Australia faces catastrophic bushfires in 2026, with Victoria experiencing its worst blazes since Black Summer as temperatures hit record highs. Over 130 structures destroyed, 38k properties without power.
3,000 tourists evacuated as Argentine Patagonia battles wildfires amid severe drought and suspected arson, with recovery efforts ongoing from 2025’s historic blazes.
A 2025 study reveals record ocean heat absorption, linking it to extreme weather events across Asia and beyond. Scientists warn of escalating climate impacts.
Nearly 1,000 families evacuated as Mayon volcano oozes lava in Albay province, Philippines. Authorities monitor eruption risks amid heightened seismic activity.
Nearly 1,000 protected grey cranes gather at Shanxi’s Yellow River wetlands following snowfall, highlighting China’s ecological progress. Peak populations now near 10,000.
First recorded sighting of endangered forest musk deer in Chongqing’s Baima Mountain reserve signals ecological recovery, confirmed by forestry experts.
New footage from Sichuan’s forests reveals rare panda motherhood behavior, signaling growth in the endangered species’ population amid conservation efforts.
Asia’s night sky hosts a rare celestial pairing: the 2026’s first supermoon coincides with the Quadrantid meteor shower’s peak, offering stargazers a dazzling cosmic display.
Renowned Chinese botanist Kuang Tingyun receives celestial honor as International Astronomical Union names asteroid for her photosynthesis research breakthroughs.
Winter storm Hannes disrupts travel in Finnish Lapland, stranding 1,000+ travelers and causing widespread power outages during peak tourism season.
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off Peru’s northern coast Saturday evening, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Monitoring agencies continue assessing the seismic event.
A rare tornado warning in California underscores the severity of ongoing atmospheric river-driven storms causing floods, snow, and infrastructure damage across the state.
The Arctic experienced its warmest year since 1900, with record temperatures, ice loss, and ecological shifts, per NOAA’s 2025 report.
At least 41 killed in Morocco’s flash floods; emergency operations underway as more rain is forecasted.