Sri Lanka: Emergency Declared as Cyclone Ditwah Causes Catastrophic Flooding 5

Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency on Saturday, November 29, after Cyclone Ditwah caused catastrophic flooding, leaving over 330 people dead and hundreds more missing.

Philippines: Residents Rush to Stores Ahead of Typhoon Kalmaegi

Typhoon Kalmaegi swept across the central Philippines, killing one person, flooding communities, cutting power, and displacing tens of thousands after making landfall around midnight over Silago in Southern Leyte early on November 4. The storm reached typhoon strength shortly before landfall, with winds of up to 150 kph and gusts reaching 185 kph. This video shows people shopping at a local supermarket in Iloilo City, Western Visayas on November 3 to prepare for the typhoon.

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Illustration - New York City

Illustration in New York City. NYC, USA on October 20, 2025. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - New York City

Illustration - New York City

Illustration in New York City. NYC, USA on October 20, 2025. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - New York City

Illustration - New York City

Illustration in New York City. NYC, USA on October 20, 2025. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City

Illustration in New York City. NYC, USA on October 20, 2025. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Philippines: Super Typhoon Ragasa Slams Northern Islands, Over 10,000 Evacuated 5

Super Typhoon Ragasa (Nando) struck the northern Philippines on Monday, September 22, with winds up to 285 km/h, forcing over 10,000 people to evacuate across northern and central Luzon, according to the government. The storm damaged homes, schools, and power lines, and led to closures of schools and government offices, including in Manila. Despite slight weakening, authorities warned of life-threatening storm surges, floods, and landslides.

Portugal: Firefighters Battle Major Wildfires Amid Scorching Heat and High Winds

More than 1,500 firefighters are battling several wildfires across Portugal, with the most severe blazes reported in Arouca, Ponte da Barca, Penamacor, and Mangualde. In Penamacor (Castelo Branco), more than 400 firefighters and five aircraft are working to contain the flames. Strong winds, rugged terrain, and soaring temperatures—reaching up to 40°C—are complicating efforts. Nearly all of mainland Portugal remains under high or maximum fire risk alerts.

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY. CLOSE UP VIEWS OF LANDMARKS BROOKLYN BRIDGE AND STATUE OF LIBERTY AT TWILIGHT Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY. CLOSE UP VIEWS OF LANDMARKS BROOKLYN BRIDGE AND STATUE OF LIBERTY IN THE ORANGE GLOW OF SUNSET Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, LOWER EAST SIDE. MANHATTAN BRIDGE AND BROOKLYN BRIDGE AND EAST RIVER IN EVENING. VIEW OF DUMBO IN BROOKLYN AND LOWER MANHATTAN Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, LOWER MANHATTAN, FINANCIAL DISTRICT. AERIAL VIEW OF THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE AT SUNRISE AND MANHATTAN LOWER EAST SIDE FINANCIAL DISTRICT Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, LOWER MANHATTAN. SKYLINE WITH ELLIS ISLAND AND THE FINANCIAL DISTRICT?S SKYSCRAPERS AT SUNSET (INCLUDING ONE WORLD TRADE CENTER - FREEDOM TOWER). VIEW FROM LIBERTY STATE PARK ACROSS NEW YORK HARBOR Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

This photo shows the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

This photo shows the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

This photo shows the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

This photo shows the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

This photo shows the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Emergency response members work at the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Mexican Navy Ship Cuauhtemoc's Collision With The Brooklyn Bridge - NYC

Emergency response members work at the site of Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc's collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, May 17, 2025. A massive Mexican navy sailing ship making a festive visit to New York hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, killing two people and injuring 19 others, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. Photo by Zack Zhang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Australia: Empty Shelves at Supermarkets as Cyclone Alfred Approaches 2

Residents flocked to supermarkets to stock up on essentials as Cyclone Alfred approached. The category two cyclone is expected to make landfall late Thursday night, March 6, or early Friday morning. This video filmed on Tuesday, showing empty shelves of toilet paper at a store in Brisbane.

US: Damaging Tornado Touches Down In Mount Vernon, Indiana 2

A tornado touched down in Mount Vernon, southern Indiana, on Tuesday, July 9. It caused severe damage to homes and buildings, derailed a freight train, and damaged gas lines and power lines.

US: Aero Fire Erupts In Copperopolis, California Forcing Road Closures And Evacuations 3

A vegetation fire, dubbed Aero Fire, erupted in Copperopolis in Calaveras County on Monday, June 17, and quickly spread to 5,000 acres as of 9:00 p.m. A portion of Highway 4 and several other roads were closed. Evacuation orders were issued for multiple locations near the site of the fire.

Canada: Fort McMurray Wildfire Grows, Thousands Ordered To Evacuate 2

The wildfire that has burned since last week in northeast Alberta grew significantly and prompted the evacuation of thousands of residents in Fort McMurray on Tuesday, May 14. Residents of the suburbs of Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling were ordered to leave as the fire inched closer toward the major Canadian oil sands city.

Canada: Fort McMurray Wildfire Grows, Thousands Ordered To Evacuate

The wildfire that has burned since last week in northeast Alberta grew significantly and prompted the evacuation of thousands of residents in Fort McMurray on Tuesday, May 14. Residents of the suburbs of Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling were ordered to leave as the fire inched closer toward the major Canadian oil sands city.

Mexico: Intense Hail And Flooding Hit Saltillo, Coahuila

Heavy rain with hail hit Coahuila state's Saltillo on Thursday afternoon, April 18, during a severe thunderstorm. Traffic along Venustiano Carranza Boulevard, one of the main roads in Saltillo, was hampered due to flooding. Hail fell north of the city, but there were no reports of damage.