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Algerians battle deadly wildfires as Tebboune seeks death penalty for arson

Algerian firefighters are battling unprecedented wildfires that have devastated the country

The Independent UK

Over 2,000 emergency personnel tackle wildfires still raging in Portugal

The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (source in Portuguese) has placed nine districts under orange warning until 18:00 this Tuesday, with the rest of mainland Portugal, except Lisbon, Setúbal and Faro, under yellow warning.

Euronews

11 children killed and 19 injured in an overnight orphanage fire in Algeria

A fire at an orphanage near the capital of Algeria killed 11 children and injured 19

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Heat in Portugal: fires have already mobilised over 1,000 firefighters

From midnight to 3 p.m. Thursday, 1,995 responders and hundreds of assets tackled rural fires on the mainland; Civil Protection reports 62 incidents. The Vouzela fire remains active in a “complex area”, worrying the authorities.

Euronews

Tropical Waves 8 and 9 Bring Intense Rainfall and Flooding Alerts to Southern Mexico

Tropical Waves 8 and 9 are generating dangerous rainfall across Chiapas, Oaxaca, Guerrero, Veracruz and Yucatán, with Mexico City also on alert. Civil Protection has issued key safety recommendations for residents in affected states.

Latin Times

France's scorching weekend heat leads to elderly deaths and spate of drownings

The deaths of three elderly people in southwestern France have been linked to the heatwave hitting the country, while authorities have reported an increase in drownings, as people seek relief from the heat in rivers and lakes.

Radio France Internationale

Inside Portugal’s huge operation to beat wildfires with Black Hawks, bulldozers and firefighters

The public are being asked to 'do their part' by clearing tinder from around their homes.

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Small plane crashes in central Mexico, killing at least 7 people, officials say

A small plane crashed in central Mexico while trying to make an emergency landing Monday, killing at least seven people, Mexico State Civil Protection Coordinator Adrián Hernández said

The Independent UK

Forest fires: Greece pinpoints high risk areas with new data-rich map

The new map will allow better preparation for and prevention of wildfires.

Euronews

Storm Claudia exposes poorly planned urbanism. Experts warn of more extreme weather to come

Experts contacted by Euronews agree that tornadoes are impossible to predict, but warn that extreme events will become more frequent and that floods show the risks of poorly planned urban development.

Euronews

One year after Valencia's deadly flooding experts warn 'it could happen again'

Experts say there have been improvements in warning systems, education and institutional coordination. But they warn that improvements to infrastructure and urban planning are still mostly pending.

Euronews

Visible from space: Vesuvius fire has three fronts still active, firefighters continue battle

Satellite photos show the column of smoke rising from the Vesuvius National Park all the way over the Bay of Naples. Three firefronts remain active. Canadairs, helicopters and dozens of volunteer teams remain deployed.

Euronews

Huge wildfire breaks out on Mount Vesuvius with flames visible from Naples

A huge fire has broken out in the Vesuvius National Park with smoke visible over the city of Naples. Whilst over 100 firefighters and volunteers work to put out the blaze.

Euronews

Chlorine fire triggers chemical emergency in Spain's Catalonia leaving multiple towns under lockdown

A dangerous toxic cloud caused by a fire on Spain’s Catalan coastline forced multiple towns into lockdown, but the restrictions have since been lifted.

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Toxic cloud forces 160,000 people indoors in Spain’s tourism region

Residents in five towns were sent a message telling them to remain inside

Euronews

Severe weather in Italy leaves at least three dead, heavy snow reported in the Alps

The alert level remains high for the storm affecting the north and central parts of Italy: Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna are at risk of flooding due to the rising waters of the River Po.

The Independent UK

Evacuations as Iceland’s huge volcano on the Rekjanes Peninsula erupts – again

The eruption created a fissure around 3 kilometers long

Latin Times

Premature baby dies after fire at Reynosa border hospital; officials report no injuries

Premature baby dies after fire at Mexican border hospital; official report claims no injuries. Family raises concerns over conflicting medical information.

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Tropical Storm Ileana heads toward Los Cabos resorts bringing heavy rains

Authorities in Mexico’s Los Cabos area have been warning people to stay inside

Evening Standard

Jay Slater: Tenerife police to stage massive new search operation for missing British teenager

The search has been organised to start at 9am in the area around the village of Masca where the 19-year-old was last seen on June 17

The Independent UK

El Salvador death toll rises to 19 as heavy rains continue

The death toll from torrential rains and landslides in El Salvador has risen to 19

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Torrential Rains In El Salvador Cause Tragic Losses

Recent torrential rains in El Salvador lead to 19 fatalities, red alert, and state of emergency, prompting proactive measures and ongoing rescue operations.

Zenger

Roof Collapse At Mexican Church Kills Nine During Mass

Tragedy strikes as a roof caves in, leaving casualties and injuries during a church service in Ciudad Madero.

The Independent UK

Wildfires in Portugal: Is it safe to travel to the Algarve right now?

Wildfires have broken out near the popular holiday region

The Independent UK

Portugal wildfires see thousands of people evacuated amid 46C heatwave

British holidays still going ahead despite flames hitting beauty spots on tourist trail

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