Floods

Death toll from major floods in Nigeria surpasses 100

At least 117 people have died after severe flooding hit central Nigeria following heavy rains earlier this week.

Nigeria floods kill 21 in Niger state after heavy rains

At least 21 people, including children, have died in floods triggered by heavy rains in Nigeria’s Niger state, officials said.

Forecasters predict another active Atlantic hurricane season in 2025

Another busy Atlantic hurricane season is on the horizon for 2025, with forecasters predicting above-average storm activity fueled by warmer ocean waters.

Australia starts clean-up after floods leave 5 dead, 10,000 homes damaged

Australia has begun recovery efforts after devastating floods in the southeast killed five people and damaged over 10,000 properties, prompting nationwide support and emergency responses.

New South Wales faces worst floods in decades: Death toll rises

Two people have died and two more are missing following devastating floods in New South Wales (NSW), which have triggered evacuation warnings for over 50,000 residents.

10 killed, 10 missing after flash flood and landslide in Indonesia’s West Papua

At least 10 people have died and another 10 remain missing following a flash flood and landslide in Indonesia’s West Papua province.

Flash floods submerge Australian towns, residents rescued from rooftops

Torrential rains in southeast Australia triggered flash floods and stranded residents on rooftops on Wednesday, prompting emergency evacuation orders across New South Wales as rivers swelled beyond danger levels.

Two dead as storms and floods hit southern U.S.

Severe storms and flooding across Oklahoma and Texas have left two dead, including a child, and triggered widespread emergency responses.

Europe had most widespread floods for more than a decade in 2024

Europe experienced its most extensive flooding since 2013 last year, with 30% of the continent’s river network impacted by severe floods, according to a joint report by the Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World Meteorological Organization.

Storms kill at least 4 in Texas–Mexico border floods

Severe storms have brought deadly floods to the Texas–Mexico border, killing at least four people and forcing hundreds into shelters.

Dozens Evacuated, Roads Closed Amid Flooding in Central and Northern Spain

Heavy rains from storm Martinho have forced evacuations and emergency declarations in several Spanish regions, following weeks of intense downpours.

Flooding and Landslides Hit Italy’s Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna

Italy’s Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna regions are grappling with severe flooding and landslides, prompting a red weather alert as heavy rains inundate streets and homes.

Cities face 'whiplash' of floods, droughts as temperatures rise, study warns

A WaterAid study finds major cities swinging between droughts and floods as climate change disrupts water cycles. Asia faces more floods, while Europe and the Middle East dry out. Cities like Hangzhou and Jakarta suffer extreme shifts, urging urgent infrastructure adaptation.

Afghanistan flash floods claim at least 35 lives as death toll rises

The death toll from flash floods triggered by heavy rains in Afghanistan has surged to 35 over the past two days, with an additional six people killed and five injured in southern Helmand province, according to local officials.

Kentucky floods update: Death toll rises to 11

Flooding in Kentucky has left 11 dead and prompted over 1,000 rescues as emergency teams continue relief efforts

Kentucky floods: Eight dead

Eight people have died in Kentucky as rains cause severe flooding, prompting a state of emergency and federal disaster response

Floods in northern Bolivia displace dozens as rescue efforts are underway

Flooding in Northern Bolivia displaces dozens, triggers emergency response.

Queensland Floods Force Evacuations, One Dead in Rescue Incident

Severe flooding has paralyzed parts of Queensland, forcing mass evacuations as torrential rain submerges homes and roads. Officials warn the crisis is escalating, with rising water levels and more heavy rain expected in the coming days.

Manchester faces severe flooding as heavy rains submerge streets and homes

Manchester is struggling with flooding after relentless overnight heavy rains

Malaysia and Thailand battle devastating floods: deaths rise, thousands displaced, more rain expected

Residents in Tumpat, Malaysia, return to submerged homes as deadly floods, the worst in decades, begin to ease. Torrential rains have killed dozens across Malaysia and Thailand, damaging homes and crops, with more heavy rain forecast later this week.

Malaysia floods: three dead, thousands evacuated amid ongoing heavy rain

Malaysia’s Prime Minister has halted ministers' leave as deadly floods displace over 90,000 people, with heavy rains forecast to continue. Rescue teams are deployed amid worsening conditions.

Three dead, thousands displaced as Malaysia warns of worst floods in a decade

Spain commits £2 billion in aid for Valencia flood recovery

Indonesia province resumes search for 7 missing after landslide and floods kill 15

Indonesian rescuers are searching for 7 people still missing four days after torrential rain hit North Sumatra province, causing flash flooding and landslides which killed 15 people, an official said on Tuesday.