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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.

Euronews

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

Euronews

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

The Independent UK

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.

Euronews

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

The eruption created a fissure around 3 kilometers long

The Independent UK

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.

Latin Times

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

The Independent UK

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

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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.

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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

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Portugal wildfires see thousands of people evacuated amid 46C heatwave

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

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 fires – live: Tourists flee Odemira as wildfire inferno spreads to Algarve in 46C heat

The country saw temperatures reach 46.4C on Monday

Reuters

Heavy rains trigger floods in Portugal's capital, one dead

Local authorities put Portugal's capital, Lisbon, on high alert on Wednesday evening and urged people to stay indoors as heavy rains killed at least one person, washed cars away and flooded several buildings.

Reuters

At least seven dead after landslides in El Salvador

At least seven people have died and one was injured in El Salvador after rains triggered landslides, authorities said on Thursday.

Daily Mirror

Couple found sharing one life vest in shark-infested waters after boat breaks down

The two stranded boaters were floating aimlessly at sea until the officers came to their aids and pull them out of water as bodycam footage shows the moment of rescue

Zenger

VIDEO: Got The Hump: Tourist Terror As Boat Launches Into The Air After Striking Humpback Whale

Five tourists were hurt in the bizarre collision, with three kept in hospital and one reportedly seriously injured.

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