Met Office issues amber thunderstorm warning for London and south-east
Met Office issues amber thunderstorm warning for London and south-east, with heavy rain posing a danger to life and risk of flooding.
Category : Floods
One dead as California braces for Christmas week storms
A motorist has died in California floods as the state prepares for a week of severe storms, including heavy rain over Christmas.
137 wooden leaky dams built to slow flow on Holcombe Hill
National Trust and United Utilities are building 137 wooden leaky dams across the Stubbins Estate to slow the flow of water and cut flood risk.
Alaska launches major airlift after typhoon remnants devastate villages
Alaska stages a major airlift after Typhoon Halong devastates Kipnuk and Kwigillingok, displacing 1,500 people and prompting evacuations.
Texas Floods: 82 Dead Including 28 Children After Guadalupe River Deluge
At least 82 dead, including 28 children, after Texas flash floods. Camp Mystic hit hard, with 27 campers and staff killed. More rain expected.
China storms: death toll rises to 15 as Xi urges all-out rescue
Severe storms and landslides in China kill 15, with hundreds injured and thousands evacuated; Xi Jinping urges all-out rescue efforts.
Quarry blast flood devastates Welsh village homes
Floodwater from a quarry blast tore through Gwaelod-y-Garth, wrecking homes and coating streets in mud, with 15 properties affected and 13 evacuated.
Explosion at quarry floods village, evacuations
Homes wrecked and residents evacuated after explosion at Breedon Group quarry in Gwaelod-y-Garth, Cardiff, caused flooding on residential streets.
California Storm Leaves Three Dead, Triggers Floods and Landslides
California storm kills three, causes record rainfall, floods, landslides, and power outages; millions under alerts.
Rotating Sweepers Approved at Pontargothi Bridge
Rotating sweepers at Pontargothi Bridge will deflect 60-70% of debris, reducing winter flood risk for homes and The Cresselly Arms pub. Council approves £1m plan.
Sri Lanka Floods Death Toll Rises to 153, 191 Missing
At least 153 killed and 191 missing in Sri Lanka floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, with 78,000 evacuated and half a million affected.
Valencia Flood Survivors Demand Action One Year On
One year after deadly floods, Valencia survivors demand accountability for regional president Carlos Mazón amid political blame and climate concerns.
UK Thunderstorm and Flood Warnings Issued
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for southern England, with up to 60mm of rain, hail, and lightning expected. Flash flooding possible.
Over 100 Dead as Torrential Rain and Floods Devastate Southern Africa
Torrential rain and floods have killed over 100 people across southern Africa, with South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe worst hit. Authorities warn of more severe weather.
Red Weather Alert Issued for Costa del Sol as Floods Batter Spanish Resort
Red weather warning for extreme danger issued in Spain's Costa del Sol after floods leave streets submerged and residents trapped.
Flash Floods on Majorca Kill at Least Ten, Including British Couple
At least ten people died in flash floods on Majorca, including a British couple. A five-year-old child is missing. Rescue operations are ongoing.
Six dead as flash floods hit Bali and Flores
Six killed in flash floods across Bali and Flores; airport access restricted in Denpasar.
US Holiday Travel Chaos: Stormy Weather Threatens Christmas Journeys
Stormy weather disrupts US Christmas travel for 120 million, with flooding, snow, record warmth across the country.
China Floods Leave 12 Dead, Thousands Evacuated as Torrential Rain Hits Sichuan and Gansu
Flash floods in Sichuan and Gansu leave 12 dead, thousands evacuated amid extreme weather in China and globally.
Typhoon Kalmaegi Death Toll Rises to 66 in Philippines Flooding
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills at least 66, leaves 26 missing in central Philippines, with widespread flooding and a helicopter crash.
Uttarakhand Cloudburst Triggers Deadly Flash Floods
A cloudburst in Uttarakhand, India, has killed at least 4 and left 100 missing after a flash flood swept through Dharali village.
Asia Flood Death Toll Exceeds 1,100 as Sri Lanka and Indonesia Deploy Militaries
Devastating floods and landslides across Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia kill over 1,100, with militaries deployed for rescue and aid.
Storm Claudia transforms River Severn into deadly force
Storm Claudia causes River Severn to rise dangerously, flooding fields and roads in Shropshire.
Queensland Braces for More Floods as Ex-Cyclone Koji Brings Heavy Rain
Queensland faces further flooding after ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji brings heavy rain, with thousands without power and livestock losses.
Alison Hammond 'Devastated' by Hurricane Melissa's Destruction in Jamaica
Alison Hammond visits Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, sees devastation, meets affected children, and highlights UNICEF's recovery work ahead of Soccer Aid.
Millions more homes at risk of flooding as towns may face abandonment
Aviva analysis shows millions more UK homes at flood risk; Tenbury Wells uninsurable; some towns may face abandonment due to climate change.
At least two dead as flash floods trigger mass rescues in Texas
At least two dead and over 200 rescued as life-threatening flash floods hit central Texas, with up to 28 inches of rain. State of emergency declared.
Rare Met Office Amber Warning Puts UK on 'Danger to Life' Alert for Heavy Rain
Rare amber weather warning for danger to life issued for parts of UK due to heavy rain and flooding on Monday.
China Storms Kill 15, Trigger Mass Evacuations and Landslide
Severe storms in China kill 15, injure hundreds, and force 50,000 evacuations; Xi Jinping calls for all-out rescue amid floods and landslide.
Flood Warning for London and South UK Amid Heavy Rain
Met Office issues yellow and amber weather warnings for London and South UK amid heavy rain, with flooding expected. More than a month's rain could fall.
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