Typhoon Maysak kills two and forces thousands to evacuate in China Tropical storm causes extreme flooding in south of the country with heavy rainfall expected in coming days The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
When the Guadalupe River flooded last year, a Texas father lost his daughters and parents to the waters, but it is a text message that keeps him going “Love is the most important thing there is.” We Got This Covered · Jul 6
New York City weather alert: Flash flood threat rises as torrential rain targets NYC, officials warn of dangerous Monday commute and travel disruptions New York weather: New York City faces a significant weather threat with heavy rain and thunderstorms poised to cause widespread flash flooding. Forecasters warn of disruptions to travel, including roads, subways, and underpasses, particularly during Monday's commute. Emergency preparations are underway as saturated ground heightens flood risks across the Northeast,… The Economic Times · Jul 6
Mumbai Rains: Heavy rain disrupts Western Railway services; over 20 long-distance trains stranded Severe rains and extensive waterlogging wreaked havoc on Western Railway on Monday, disrupting upwards of 40 train services and trapping over 20 long-distance trains in Maharashtra and south Gujarat. Key routes, notably the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor, were inundated, leading to numerous train cancellations and diversions. In response to the situation, authorities… The Economic Times · Jul 6
Pakistan's civic failures leave residents bracing for yet another monsoon crisis Residents of Wah Model Town are facing severe urban flooding and overflowing sewage due to clogged drains and administrative neglect. Developed in the 1990s under the Wah Cantonment Board, infrastructure has failed to match its expansion. Residents regularly pay taxes but receive inadequate municipal services, worsening environmental and public health… The Economic Times · Jul 6
Rain in Odisha: Depression over Bay of Bengal triggers red alert in Odisha, IMD warns of extremely heavy rainfall, flash floods and landslide risk across state Odisha rain today: Odisha is bracing for continued heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours as a Bay of Bengal depression intensifies. The India Meteorological Department has issued red alerts for five districts, warning of extremely heavy showers, potential flash floods, and landslides. Authorities are on high alert, with widespread… The Economic Times · Jul 5
14-year-old’s death at Wisconsin beach prompts police to warn about a troubling pattern unfolding this summer: ‘Drowning is quick and silent’ Sadly, the teen isn't the only tragedy in the last few weeks. We Got This Covered · Jul 4
Arunachal Pradesh govt deploys helicopter to airlift essential supplies to areas cut off by flood Heavy rains have caused devastating floods and landslides in Arunachal Pradesh, isolating several villages in Lower Siang. A commercial helicopter is now crucial for delivering emergency food and medical supplies to the cut-off communities. The administration is working to clear debris on vital roads, implementing traffic restrictions to ensure restoration… The Economic Times · Jul 4
Severe flooding leaves a trail of death and destruction in West Africa Severe floods have hit Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Benin, Togo and Nigeria this week. At least 13 people have been killed in recent days in Ghana and five in Togo, while 59 have died in Côte d’Ivoire since the rainy season began in mid-May. Radio France Internationale · Jul 3
A year after deadly floods, Texas lawmakers haven’t addressed training for emergency coordinators Texas’ emergency management chief has repeatedly recommended that lawmakers require minimum training but a bill proposed after the disaster failed. The Texas Tribune · Jul 3
Phiphat to meet Songkhla businesses over Hat Yai flood concerns Deputy Prime Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has scheduled travel to Songkhla on Friday to meet local business leaders and discuss measures to prevent a repeat of the devastating floods that struck Hat Yai late last year, as concerns mount ahead of the coming rainy season. Bangkok Post · Jul 2
New Orleans residents on warning to abandon sinking city: ‘Nobody wants to leave home’ After a recent study found New Orleans is at a ‘point of no return’ amid the climate crisis, some locals say they will ‘only leave if forced to’. But what would it take to stay? The Guardian - US · Jul 1
Floods in Ghana and Ivory Coast leave at least 24 dead following torrential rains At least 24 people have died after heavy rains triggered flooding and landslides in the capital cities of Ghana and Ivory Coast, authorities said The Independent UK · Jun 30
NSW’s deadly one-in-100-years floods could have been slashed by two metres using dams, CSIRO finds Governments have not committed to measures modelled in report on Lismore’s 2022 floods. Seven people died in the northern rivers region The Guardian - AU · Jun 30
The Economic Times · Jun 30 Four rescued from overflowing Arunachal river after raft capsizing; Assam grapples with floods A dramatic rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh saw four individuals safely airlifted from the overflowing Sisiri River after their rescue raft capsized. Meanwhile, Assam grapples with its first wave of floods, inundating six districts and disrupting connectivity. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured full support to the state's Chief…
The Economic Times · Jun 29 Arunachal floods: Four stranded people rescued, airlifted to safety A dramatic rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh saw four individuals safely airlifted after their raft capsized in the overflowing Sisiri River. Meanwhile, Assam grapples with its first wave of floods, inundating six districts and disrupting connectivity.
The Guardian - US · Jun 29 Tennessee woman dies while trying to save her son from high flood waters Mary Evelyn Nicole Manning-Kellione’s death was among at least five reported amid floods in Tennessee and Kentucky
We Got This Covered · Jun 29 Idaho man goes canoeing down flooded street after heavy hailstorm left it choked with sheets of ice Parts of Idaho were hit hard.
The Economic Times · Jun 29 Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma monitoring Dhemaji flood situation, train services suspended Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has pledged full government support for flood-affected residents in Dhemaji, directing ministers to oversee relief and rehabilitation efforts. Meanwhile, the Northeast Frontier Railway has indefinitely suspended train services between Archipathar and Simen Chapari due to severe erosion damaging a railway bridge.
The Economic Times · Jun 28 Flood toll rises to three as another body found in Arunachal Pradesh, IMD warns of heavy rain Arunachal Pradesh grapples with escalating flood crisis as Keyi Panyor toll reaches three with a body found in Papum Pare. Incessant rains triggered devastating flash floods, claiming lives and leaving two missing. Search and rescue operations are intensified with NDRF deployment, while relief materials are en route. Nine districts are…
The Times of India · Jun 27 Hundreds of flights delayed at Heathrow and Gatwick as thunderstorms hit Southern England Severe thunderstorms unleashed travel chaos across southern England, grounding hundreds of flights at Heathrow and Gatwick. Torrential rain, lightning, and hail forced air traffic control to implement safety restrictions, leading to significant delays and passengers facing long waits. While storms are expected to move on, airlines warn that flight schedules…
The Texas Tribune · Jun 24 Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost one year after deadly flood The all-girls summer camp listed more than $10 million in debt.
The Guardian - US · Jun 24 Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy after 28 people died in 2025 Texas floods Camp owners said total debt exceeds $10m in chapter 11 filing after catastrophic flood last July
The Economic Times · Jun 24 Aaditya Thackeray accuses BJP of "draining" BMC funds as Mumbai faces severe waterlogging due to heavy downpour Mumbai faced significant waterlogging after heavy rains, prompting Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray to criticize the government's focus on "dirty politics" over governance. He highlighted past UBT Sena initiatives like rainwater holding tanks and pumping stations to combat urban flooding, accusing the current administration of neglecting these and draining…
Evening Standard · Jun 23 Spectacular thunderstorms hit London as lightning strikes spark house fires amid flash floods Spectacular storms battered London overnight, waking thousands as torrential rain sparked flash floods