Heavy Rains Trigger Severe Floods and Landslides in Switzerland
Heavy rains have caused severe floods and landslides in Switzerland’s Mesolcina Valley, leaving three people missing as rescue operations continue.
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Heavy rains have caused severe floods and landslides in Switzerland’s Mesolcina Valley, leaving three people missing as rescue operations continue.
The United Nations is preparing to support Central America and Mexico as extreme rainfall and flooding have claimed at least 20 lives.
Central and eastern Canada face extreme heat warnings with humidex values up to 45°C, affecting millions across several provinces.
New data from ISTAT reveals that extreme weather in 2023 significantly affected Italy’s agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors, causing declines in production, added value, and employment.
Iraq faces an intense heat wave with temperatures soaring above 50°C in several provinces, prompting warnings from authorities and highlighting challenges for residents and infrastructure.
Over 36,000 people have been evacuated in southeast China’s Fujian Province due to severe flooding caused by torrential rains, leading to significant economic losses and casualties.
The United States faces unprecedented weather extremes, with record-breaking heat in the South and unseasonable cold in the Northwest, highlighting climate change impacts.
Extreme weather is wreaking havoc across the United States, with record-breaking heat in some regions and unseasonably cold temperatures in others, highlighting the growing threat of climate change.
Asia faces a crisis as extreme weather events like heat waves, floods, and droughts impact millions, affecting communities, economies, and ecosystems across the continent.
Extreme weather is impacting countries worldwide, causing catastrophic effects and drawing heightened international concern.
Extreme weather events like floods in Germany and heatwaves in Asia are causing global disruptions, highlighting climate challenges.
Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul faces its worst climate disaster as the death toll from extreme weather rises to 171, highlighting global concerns over climate change impacts.
At least 18 people have been killed across central U.S. as tornadoes and severe storms struck several states, causing widespread damage and power outages.
A deadly tornado in Texas has killed at least five people and injured dozens, causing widespread destruction and power outages across multiple states.
Mexico City has recorded its highest-ever temperature of 34.7°C amid a deadly heat wave that has claimed 48 lives since March. The unprecedented heat underscores the urgent challenges posed by climate change.
India and Pakistan face deadly heatwaves with temperatures soaring up to 50°C, causing numerous deaths. Bangladesh and eastern India brace for Cyclone Remal, highlighting Asia’s extreme weather challenges.
As Pakistan faces an extreme heat wave with temperatures soaring above 40°C, authorities urge citizens to stay indoors. Schools in Punjab close for a week, affecting 18 million students.
Chile’s record-breaking cold snap highlights global climate concerns and potential implications for Asia, as extreme weather events underscore the need for preparedness and resilience across regions.
China intensifies efforts to improve urban livability amid extreme weather, awarding 26 cities “National Forest City” titles and building 3,520 small parks across the country.
Extreme weather events are increasingly impacting Asia, with heatwaves, tornadoes, and floods affecting millions. Is extreme weather becoming the new norm?