Canada: Aerial Video Shows Wildfires Burning Near Armstrong, Ontario

Wildfires burn near Armstrong, Ontario, as seen from a small aircraft flying between Smoothrock Lake and Mattice Lake on Monday, June 13, 2026. The footage comes as more than 100 wildfires burn across the province, with several northwestern Ontario communities under threat and smoke blanketing Toronto in some of the world's worst air quality this week.

US: Life-Threatening Flash Flooding Hits Texas Hill Country

Life-threatening flash flooding is unfolding across Texas Hill Country as torrential rain triggers rapidly rising creeks and rivers. Governor Greg Abbott declared disasters in 59 counties.

Japan: Flood Warnings Issued for Northern Ibaraki as Heavy Rain Hits

The meteorological agency issued flood and heavy rain warnings for Japan's northern Ibaraki cities, including Kitaibaraki, Hitachi, and Takahagi, on Friday, May 1, urging residents to remain alert to flooding and rising rivers.

Spain: Torrential Rains Trigger Severe Flooding in Cártama, Málaga

In Cártama, in Málaga’s Guadalhorce Valley, torrential rain caused flooding on Saturday evening, December 27. The rapidly rising Guadalhorce River flooded streets and homes in the Aljaima, Doña Ana and Estación de Cártama districts, forcing residents to stay on alert overnight and take measures to protect their properties. Some residents were relocated after their homes were inundated. The river reached a record level overnight, peaking at 5.7 meters with a flow of more than 1,000 cubic meters per second, triggering a red alert. Water levels fell by more than 60 percent by Sunday morning, easing conditions locally, although yellow alerts remain in place upstream. Several other rivers in the province also saw rising levels but have since moved out of danger thresholds as emergency services and residents work to return to normal.

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.

US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 4

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 3

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 2

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

US: Heavy Rain from Winter Storm Triggers Flooding in Willits, California

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Willits on Sunday morning, December 21, amid rising water levels. The area is forecast to receive between 1 and 3 inches of rain through Monday, December 22, with higher totals possible at higher elevations. The National Weather Service warns motorists never to attempt to cross flooded roadways. From Arcata to Shelter Cove, heavy rain inundated valleys and caused creeks to overflow their banks, and turned roads into rivers of fast-moving muddy water.

US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

Poland: Residents Of Wrocław Stack Sandbags To Prepare For Flooding 2

As flooding began to recede elsewhere in Central Europe, swollen rives still threatens southern region of Poland. 7 deaths are reported in Poland as of writing. Residents and volunteers in Wroclaw laid sandbags to protect homes from rising rivers.

China: Herd Of Elk Spotted Crossing Rising River And Streets In Yueyang, Hunan

A herd of brown elk was spotted crossing the rising waters of a river and on streets in Hunan's Yueyang on June 24. In Chinese culture, the rising waters of rivers is an auspicious sign and the sighting of elks is rare. Netizens on Chinese social media noted that the large elk population can be attributed to extensive resources invested in wildlife conservation.

Russian regions grapple with severe flooding amid rising water levels

STORY: Russian regions grapple with severe flooding amid rising water levels SHOOTING TIME: April 11, 2024 DATELINE: April 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:53 LOCATION: Moscow CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: (Source: Russian Ministry of Emergency) 1. various of affected areas 2. various of evacuations STORYLINE: At least 13,000 people have been evacuated in parts of Russia as of Thursday, as multiple regions continue to battle extreme floods amid rising water levels, local authorities said. In some of the worst flooding in decades due to a continuous rise in daily average temperatures, snowmelt and rivers thawing, Russia's western Siberia, the Volga region and the Central Federal District have been flooded. A state of emergency has been declared in the Orenburg, Kurgan, and Tyumen regions. In the worst-hit western Orenburg region, 7,800 people have been evacuated, according to the regional government, with water levels in the Ural river around the region breaking records last night. The flooding is expected to p

Heavy rains wreak havoc in India's Himachal Pradesh

STORY: Heavy rains wreak havoc in India's Himachal Pradesh DATELINE: July 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:40 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. India gate 2. various of rescue operation in Himachal Pradesh by NDRF (courtesy of National Disaster Response Force) 3. local police STORYLINE: Heavy rains have triggered landslides, flash floods and inundation in India's northern state of Himachal Pradesh, killing at least nine people in the past two days, officials said Monday. The rains in the state have blocked 828 roads and three national highways. Rain-triggered landslides and flash floods damaged houses, structures and washed away shops and vehicles in some areas as the major rivers of Ravi, Beas, Satluj, Swan and Chenab in the state were rising close to dangerous levels. Videos on social media showed the destructive force of the flooding, including submerged structures and vehicles being swept away. Local weather agency has issued red and orange alerts for several districts in the sta

Hurricane Roslyn makes landfall in Mexico as Category 3 hurricane

STORY: Hurricane Roslyn makes landfall in Mexico as Category 3 hurricane DATELINE: Oct. 24, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:27 LOCATION: Mexico City CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of coastal area STORYLINE: Hurricane Roslyn made landfall Sunday morning on Mexico's Pacific coast as it turns Category 3, although it is expected to weaken soon, the National Water Commission reported Sunday. The hurricane made landfall near the town of Santa Cruz in the municipality of Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit state, with a maximum sustained wind speed of 195 kilometers per hour. The agency said the rainfall accompanying Roslyn could cause landslides, rising water levels in rivers and streams, as well as flooding in low-lying areas. The National Civil Protection Coordination reported that the Federal Electricity Commission has reported power outages in the states of Nayarit and Jalisco due to the storm. Residents are advised to follow authorities' instructions and those using boats or other sea-going vehicles are urged to

China activates level-III emergency response for flooding

STORY: China activates level-III emergency response for flooding DATELINE: June 14, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:01 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of flooding situation in south China STORYLINE: China's Ministry of Water Resources said Monday that a level-III emergency response for flood control has been initiated as floods hit south China's Pearl River basin. Heavy rain will likely sweep the Pearl River basin from Monday to Wednesday, with the water levels of its main rivers estimated to rise. The ministry has sent working groups to Guangxi and Guangdong to guide flood control work. Liuzhou city in Guangxi saw heavy downpours on Monday, leading to rising water levels and flooding. In the face of heavy rain, the ministry has launched an emergency response for seven provincial-level regions including Fujian, Jiangxi, Hunan, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, and Yunnan. In recent days, Nanping, Sanming, Longyan and other areas in Fujian were hit by heavy rainfall. Disaster relief efforts

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

Inhabitants Of The Roumar Fish During High Tide - Bangladesh

The fishermen of the Roumari village are fishing in the river. The water of almost all the rivers of the country has started rising on the slopes of the hills, so at this time the common people of the village are spending more time in fishing besides other activities. on August 19, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Maruf Rahman/Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM