Floods
Punjab is struggling to contain a severe flood crisis as heavy rainfall in the catchment areas of the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers has caused the water levels to rise, submerging large swathes of farmland and villages in the state. The state government has set up a central flood control
Emergency preparedness
As Typhoon Kajiki bears down on Hainan Island, China's only tropical beach destination, officials have evacuated over 20,000 people, closed businesses, and halted public transportation in Sanya, a popular resort city. The island, which received over 97 million visitors in 2024, is bracing for the storm'
Floods
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued special orders regarding the flood situation in Ghizer area of Gilgit-Baltistan, instructing the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and district administration to continue rescue operations in the affected areas. He appreciated the rescue teams and local volunteers for their efforts in evacuating residents to safe
Floods
The Sudanese army has launched a rescue operation to evacuate villagers trapped by the flooding Gash River in eastern Kassala state. The flooding, caused by the seasonal Gash River, has cut off the city of Kassala and surrounding rural areas, prompting the army to deploy helicopters to deliver food aid
Floods
Seven weeks after devastating flooding killed 137 people in the Texas Hill Country, lawmakers have begun passing bills aimed at preventing future tragedies. The measures include requiring more training for first responders, increased communication between agencies that mount rescues, stricter penalties for disaster relief fraud, and greater preparation at summer
Rain
Monsoon rains have brought India's financial capital, Mumbai, to a near standstill, with torrential downpours disrupting travel, stranding commuters, and forcing thousands to wade through water to reach their homes and offices. Despite heavy monsoons being common in Mumbai, scientists at the Indian Meteorological Department expect the city
Rain
A practical drill on heavy rainfall emergency evacuation and personnel evacuation was conducted in Qingquan Community, Xinglong Subdistrict, Liaoning Province, on August 20. The drill involved over 30 officials, community staff, and residents, aiming to enhance emergency response capabilities and safeguard lives and property. The drill demonstrated the collaborative capabilities
Rain
Heavy rainfall swept through Baiyin City on the night of August 18th, resulting in a major flash flood that affected 402 households and 921 people in eight villages, 29 communities, and two townships. The disaster response team quickly initiated emergency measures, evacuating 175 households and 358 people. Secretary Yang Jianwu
Floods
Heavy rains and flash floods have brought widespread destruction to various regions of Pakistan, claiming 344 lives and injuring 148 people in the past 48 hours. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned of increased risk of landslides in the northern areas due to ongoing rainfall, advising tourists to
Floods
The Yamuna River has again breached the danger mark in Delhi, sparking concerns of potential flooding in the city's low-lying areas. Heavy rainfall in northern India and releases from upstream barrages have caused the water level to rise, prompting authorities to initiate evacuation protocols. The Old Railway Bridge
Wildfires
The Boltres Creek Wildfire south of Vernon has seen significant developments in its progression, with the situation stabilizing and evacuation orders issued for nearby properties. As of the latest update, the fire has reached 103 hectares and is believed to be human-caused. Emergency responders, including the BC Wildfire Service, Vernon
Wildfires
Resident Hazel, a four-year-old red sex-link chicken, was overjoyed to be reunited with her owner Susan Barrett as they returned home in Paradise, N.L., after being forced to flee due to a wildfire. Barrett described Hazel as "the happiest" chicken she had ever seen, running free in
