Afghanistan Reels as Heavy Rains Claim 61 Lives, Destroy Homes
Heavy rains in Afghanistan leave 61 dead, 116 injured, and destroy thousands of homes. Flood risks persist as more rainfall is forecast.
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Heavy rains in Afghanistan leave 61 dead, 116 injured, and destroy thousands of homes. Flood risks persist as more rainfall is forecast.
A magnitude-7.6 earthquake hit eastern Indonesia today, killing one. Tsunami warnings were lifted after no significant sea changes were detected.
A 7.6-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Indonesia, killing one and prompting a tsunami warning that was later lifted. Structural damage reported in affected areas.
A magnitude-7.4 earthquake strikes Indonesia’s Molucca Sea, triggering tsunami warnings for coastal regions across Southeast Asia as emergency responses mobilize.
Landslides and floods triggered by heavy rains have claimed over 200 lives across Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia in March 2026, raising concerns over disaster readiness.
A massive landslide in Ethiopia’s Gamo Zone leaves 107 dead, displaces thousands, and prompts national mourning until March 16. Government pledges recovery support.
A magnitude-6.2 earthquake struck off central Chile’s coast on March 13, 2026, prompting emergency protocols but causing no immediate casualties. Authorities remain vigilant for aftershocks.
A magnitude-5.0 earthquake struck Lima, Peru on February 26, 2026, causing brief evacuations and minor injuries. Authorities continue monitoring for aftershocks.
A magnitude-5.1 earthquake hits Qiaojia County in China’s Yunnan Province, triggering emergency response measures. No casualties reported as of January 19, 2026.
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off Oregon’s coast on January 15, 2026, with no immediate damage reported. Monitoring continues for aftershocks in the active seismic zone.
A magnitude-6.3 earthquake struck the Kuril Islands on January 13, 2026, with no immediate reports of damage. Authorities continue monitoring for aftershocks in the seismically active region.
Nearly 1,000 families evacuated as Mayon volcano oozes lava in Albay province, Philippines. Authorities monitor eruption risks amid heightened seismic activity.
A magnitude-6.6 earthquake struck eastern Taiwan waters on December 27, with strong tremors felt across the region. No major damage reported as of December 28.
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.
Southern California battles mudslides and flood risks after historic December storms, with emergency crews conducting over 100 rescues amid ongoing weather threats.
A Swiss village buried by glacial collapse underscores urgent climate action as UN designates 2025 International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation.
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts dramatically, disabling a USGS monitoring camera while capturing spectacular lava fountains up to 30 meters high on December 6.
$3.9B losses, 409 dead/missing in Vietnam’s 2025 natural disasters as storms hit record high. Central provinces remain on alert.
At least 12 killed, dozens missing after landslide sinks boats in Peru’s Ucayali region. Rescue efforts ongoing amid challenging conditions.