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RECAP: Northern California Flooding Kills One, Triggers Rescues and Evacuations

Heavy rain and repeated atmospheric rivers triggered widespread flooding across Northern California over the weekend, killing one person in Redding and prompting rescues and evacuations across the region. Rising rivers and overflowing creeks inundated communities, stranding vehicles and forcing swift-water rescues. In Placer County, emergency crews rescued a baby in a carrier and nine people after the South Yuba River overtook a home. Flooding also impacted Mendocino and Humboldt counties, where roads turned into rivers of muddy water and animals were left stranded. Authorities urged residents to avoid travel and warned motorists not to cross flooded roadways.

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France: Hérault Under Red Alert After Days of Intense Rainfall 5

Rare and severe flooding hit southern France on Monday, December 22, placing the Hérault department under red alert after torrential rain pushed river levels near Agde to a record 3.57 meters. Montpellier was inundated with around 300 millimeters of rain in three days, flooding streets, disrupting transportation, forcing evacuations, and leaving up to 3,000 households without power. On Tuesday, authorities said water levels were stabilizing and rainfall was easing, though Hérault remained under red alert. No casualties were reported.

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France: Hérault Under Red Alert After Days of Intense Rainfall 3

Rare and severe flooding hit southern France on Monday, December 22, placing the Hérault department under red alert after torrential rain pushed river levels near Agde to a record 3.57 meters. Montpellier was inundated with around 300 millimeters of rain in three days, flooding streets, disrupting transportation, forcing evacuations, and leaving up to 3,000 households without power. On Tuesday, authorities said water levels were stabilizing and rainfall was easing, though Hérault remained under red alert. No casualties were reported.

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France: Hérault Under Red Alert After Days of Intense Rainfall 4

Rare and severe flooding hit southern France on Monday, December 22, placing the Hérault department under red alert after torrential rain pushed river levels near Agde to a record 3.57 meters. Montpellier was inundated with around 300 millimeters of rain in three days, flooding streets, disrupting transportation, forcing evacuations, and leaving up to 3,000 households without power. On Tuesday, authorities said water levels were stabilizing and rainfall was easing, though Hérault remained under red alert. No casualties were reported.

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France: Hérault Under Red Alert After Days of Intense Rainfall

Rare and severe flooding hit southern France on Monday, December 22, placing the Hérault department under red alert after torrential rain pushed river levels near Agde to a record 3.57 meters. Montpellier was inundated with around 300 millimeters of rain in three days, flooding streets, disrupting transportation, forcing evacuations, and leaving up to 3,000 households without power. On Tuesday, authorities said water levels were stabilizing and rainfall was easing, though Hérault remained under red alert. No casualties were reported.

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France: Hérault Under Red Alert After Days of Intense Rainfall 2

Rare and severe flooding hit southern France on Monday, December 22, placing the Hérault department under red alert after torrential rain pushed river levels near Agde to a record 3.57 meters. Montpellier was inundated with around 300 millimeters of rain in three days, flooding streets, disrupting transportation, forcing evacuations, and leaving up to 3,000 households without power. On Tuesday, authorities said water levels were stabilizing and rainfall was easing, though Hérault remained under red alert. No casualties were reported.

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Indonesia s Investigates Deforestation Behind Cyclone Senyar

olice officers conduct a technical identification of a pile of wood carried by a flash flood in Menang Gini Village, Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, Indonesia, on December 16, 2025. This investigation involved experts in dendrology, dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and silviculture to determine the origin of the wood that was swept through residential areas following Tropical Cyclone Senyar. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that the National Police has deployed 10,999 personnel to handle the disaster in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. In addition to focusing on evacuations, the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) is currently investigating criminal elements of environmental damage. Investigators are also applying Money Laundering (TPPU) laws to trace the flow of funds from alleged fraudulent logging activities that exacerbated the impact of the flood disaster. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Grass Fire Forces Evacuations Near Cheyenne, Wyoming

A fast-moving grass fire driven by strong winds broke out Wednesday, December 17 near Cheyenne, southeast Wyoming, forcing evacuations in the Winchester Hills area. The blaze threatened nearby homes, and firefighters continue to respond. No injuries or fatalities have been reported.

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US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues

Days of record-breaking flooding in western and central Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Thursday, December 11, shows flooding on Old Snohomish Monroe Road.

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US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues 2

Days of record-breaking flooding in northern Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Tuesday, December 9, shows flooding at Aldarra Fields in Fall City.

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RECAP: Washington State Slammed by Historic Floods as Rivers Shatter Records

Days of torrential rain from a strong atmospheric river caused historic flooding across Washington State, prompting a state of emergency and mass evacuations. Rivers including the Skagit, Snohomish, and Snoqualmie reached record or near-record levels, with Snoqualmie Falls transformed into a powerful, overflowing torrent. Communities were inundated, homes were swept away, major roads were washed out, and rescue operations continue as more rain is expected.

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Australia: Disaster Declared After Fast-Moving Bushfire Devastates NSW Central Coast

A fast-moving bushfire tore through Koolewong in New South Wales on Saturday, December 6, destroying at least 12 homes. Natural disasters were declared in six areas as more than 20 fires still remained uncontained across the state.

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Hong Kong: Dozens Dead, Massive Fire Engulfs Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po District 2

A No. 5 alarm fire tore through Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district on Wednesday, November 26, engulfing seven of eight 31-story public housing towers wrapped in bamboo scaffolding. Thick smoke triggered evacuations, roads were shut, debris fell, and firefighters and police responded at scale. Officials confirmed over 90 deaths, with nearly 300 still missing. This video shows black smoke still billowing from the buildings the next day.

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Hong Kong: Dozens Dead, Massive Fire Engulfs Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po District

A No. 5 alarm fire tore through Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district on Wednesday, November 26, engulfing seven of eight 31-story public housing towers wrapped in bamboo scaffolding. Thick smoke triggered evacuations, roads were shut, debris fell, and firefighters and police responded at scale. Officials confirmed over 90 deaths, with nearly 300 still missing.

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Hong Kong: Dozens Killed as Fire Rips Through High-Rise Towers in Tai Po

A massive fire engulfed multiple towers of Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district, killing dozens of people with hundreds missing. Thick smoke and flames forced evacuations as firefighters tackled the blaze from ladder trucks, with some fire staff injured. The 31-storey residential complex, undergoing extensive renovation with bamboo scaffolding, suffered debris falling from buildings. Roads were closed and emergency services scrambled to the scene.

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath Night Attack in Kyiv - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Attack in Kyiv Leaves Six Dead - Ukraine

Handout photo dated on November 24 to 25, 2025 show Rescue workers at the scene of a nighttime attack in Kyiv, where a 22-story residential building was damaged, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations. Russian strike in Kyiv, where six people were killed and thirteen others were injured, including one child. Kyiv. Kyiv, Ukraine, November 25, 2025. Photo by The State Emergency Service of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM