Italy: Storm Harry Brings Flooding and Massive Waves to Sicily 2

Severe weather battered southern Italy from January 18, 2026, as Storm Harry swept through the central Mediterranean, hitting Calabria, Sicily, and Sardinia with violent winds, torrential rain, and massive waves. Authorities issued red alerts, evacuated nearly 200 people across Sicily, and deployed thousands of emergency workers as coastal flooding, transport disruptions, and storm surges caused widespread damage, while officials warned that conditions remained critical.

Italy: Storm Harry Brings Flooding and Massive Waves to Sicily

Severe weather battered southern Italy from January 18, 2026, as Storm Harry swept through the central Mediterranean, hitting Calabria, Sicily, and Sardinia with violent winds, torrential rain, and massive waves. Authorities issued red alerts, evacuated nearly 200 people across Sicily, and deployed thousands of emergency workers as coastal flooding, transport disruptions, and storm surges caused widespread damage, while officials warned that conditions remained critical.

Philippines: Storm Nokaen Triggers Severe Flooding in Bicol Region

Storm Nokaen, known locally as Ada in the Philippines, caused severe flooding due to persistent rains and a fatal landslide that killed two people in Matnog, Sorsogon. The storm weakened into a tropical depression on Monday, January 19, prompting authorities to lift all tropical cyclone wind signals.

Leuser's Ecological Disasters - Indonesia

Leuser's Ecological Disasters - Indonesia

On December 29, 2025. The Acehnese Tamiang children are seen playing with water at their home yard, were destroy in the Bandar Pusaka Sub-district of Aceh Tamiang District. Their home was devastated by severe flash floods caused by Tropical Cyclone Senyar. To date, the cyclone has resulted in the loss of at least 1,167 lives throughout Indonesia and has affected more than 1,400 individuals across three countries in the Asia-Pacific region, amounting to an estimated US$19.8 billion in damages. This disruption of vital access routes highlights a growing trend of environmental disasters that increasingly threaten the fragile Leuser Ecosystem, as emphasised by Sayed Zainal, Director of the Sustainable Forest Advocacy Institute. Photo by Sutanta Aditya/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leuser's Ecological Disasters - Indonesia

Leuser's Ecological Disasters - Indonesia

On December 29, 2025. The Acehnese Tamiang children are seen playing with water at their home yard, were destroy in the Bandar Pusaka Sub-district of Aceh Tamiang District. Their home was devastated by severe flash floods caused by Tropical Cyclone Senyar. To date, the cyclone has resulted in the loss of at least 1,167 lives throughout Indonesia and has affected more than 1,400 individuals across three countries in the Asia-Pacific region, amounting to an estimated US$19.8 billion in damages. This disruption of vital access routes highlights a growing trend of environmental disasters that increasingly threaten the fragile Leuser Ecosystem, as emphasised by Sayed Zainal, Director of the Sustainable Forest Advocacy Institute. Photo by Sutanta Aditya/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leuser's Ecological Disasters - Indonesia

Leuser's Ecological Disasters - Indonesia

On December 29, 2025. The Acehnese Tamiang children are seen playing with water at their home yard, were destroy in the Bandar Pusaka Sub-district of Aceh Tamiang District. Their home was devastated by severe flash floods caused by Tropical Cyclone Senyar. To date, the cyclone has resulted in the loss of at least 1,167 lives throughout Indonesia and has affected more than 1,400 individuals across three countries in the Asia-Pacific region, amounting to an estimated US$19.8 billion in damages. This disruption of vital access routes highlights a growing trend of environmental disasters that increasingly threaten the fragile Leuser Ecosystem, as emphasised by Sayed Zainal, Director of the Sustainable Forest Advocacy Institute. Photo by Sutanta Aditya/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

People repair a collapsed bridge affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Badulla District, Sri Lanka, Dec. 13, 2025. According to Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Center, the country recently suffered severe damage due to the extreme weather triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which left more than 600 people dead, affected more than 2 million people, destroyed more than 4,000 houses and partially damaged more than 60,000 houses nationwide. Photo by Ajith Perera /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

This photo taken on Dec. 12, 2025 shows a damaged house affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Badulla District, Sri Lanka. According to Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Center, the country recently suffered severe damage due to the extreme weather triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which left more than 600 people dead, affected more than 2 million people, destroyed more than 4,000 houses and partially damaged more than 60,000 houses nationwide. Photo by Ajith Perera /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

Residents clean mud from a damaged house affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Badulla District, Sri Lanka, Dec. 12, 2025. According to Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Center, the country recently suffered severe damage due to the extreme weather triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which left more than 600 people dead, affected more than 2 million people, destroyed more than 4,000 houses and partially damaged more than 60,000 houses nationwide. Photo by Ajith Perera /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

People repair a collapsed bridge affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Badulla District, Sri Lanka, Dec. 13, 2025. According to Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Center, the country recently suffered severe damage due to the extreme weather triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which left more than 600 people dead, affected more than 2 million people, destroyed more than 4,000 houses and partially damaged more than 60,000 houses nationwide. Photo by Ajith Perera /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Aftermath - Sri Lanka

This photo taken on Dec. 12, 2025 shows damaged houses affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Badulla District, Sri Lanka. According to Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Center, the country recently suffered severe damage due to the extreme weather triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which left more than 600 people dead, affected more than 2 million people, destroyed more than 4,000 houses and partially damaged more than 60,000 houses nationwide. Photo by Ajith Perera /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

India: Cyclone Ditwah Remnants Trigger Major Flooding in Tamil Nadu

Heavy rains from the remnants of Cyclone Ditwah continued for a third consecutive day on Wednesday, December 3, pounding parts of north Tamil Nadu—especially Chennai and Tiruvallur—and causing severe flooding.

RECAP: Hundreds Dead in Sri Lanka’s Worst Flooding in Decades

Sri Lanka has declared a state of emergency after Cyclone Ditwah triggered catastrophic flooding across the country. At least 410 people have been killed and 366 remain missing. Floodwaters in Colombo peaked overnight, and while levels have begun to recede, large parts of the capital and surrounding areas remain buried in mud, with the full extent of the damage still unclear. More than 148,000 people have been evacuated to temporary shelters, and the military has deployed helicopters and boats for rescue operations and aid delivery. The disaster is Sri Lanka’s worst since the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

Sri Lanka: Emergency Declared as Cyclone Ditwah Causes Catastrophic Flooding 6

Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency on Saturday, November 29, after Cyclone Ditwah caused catastrophic flooding, leaving over 350 people dead and hundreds more missing.

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.

Sri Lanka: Emergency Declared as Cyclone Ditwah Causes Catastrophic Flooding 4

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.

Sri Lanka: Emergency Declared as Cyclone Ditwah Causes Catastrophic Flooding 3

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.

Sri Lanka: Emergency Declared as Cyclone Ditwah Causes Catastrophic Flooding 2

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.

Sri Lanka: Emergency Declared as Cyclone Ditwah Causes Catastrophic Flooding

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.

Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory 6

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory 3

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory 2

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory 5

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory 4

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Brazil: Cyclone Hits Paraná, Brings Tornado, Strong Winds, Heavy Rain

An extratropical cyclone and a cold front brought heavy rain and strong winds across Paraná from the afternoon of Friday, November 7, into early Saturday, November 8. In Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, a tornado killed at least six people and injured around 750, causing extensive damage.

Vietnam: Typhoon Kalmaegi Brings Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain to Central Region 3

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in central Vietnam, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to regions already hit by recent floods. At least one person has died, several are missing, and homes and power lines were damaged. Flooding occurred in Dak Lak and thousands were evacuated as authorities remain on high alert for further floods and landslides. Kalmaegi has killed five in Vietnam as of writing.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 6

Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 224 people as it struck central Philippines, with Cebu province suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In some areas of Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level. A state of calamity has been declared in the province to expedite emergency response as rescue operations continue.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Leaves Devastation in Cebu

Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 188 people as it struck central Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

Vietnam: Typhoon Kalmaegi Brings Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain to Central Region

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in central Vietnam, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to regions already hit by recent floods. At least one person has died, several are missing, and homes and power lines were damaged. Flooding occurred in Dak Lak and thousands were evacuated as authorities remain on high alert for further floods and landslides.

Vietnam: Typhoon Kalmaegi Brings Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain to Central Region 2

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in central Vietnam, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to regions already hit by recent floods. At least one person has died, several are missing, and homes and power lines were damaged. Flooding occurred in Dak Lak and thousands were evacuated as authorities remain on high alert for further floods and landslides.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 5

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 4

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 3

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 7

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

RECAP: Deadly Hurricane Kalmaegi Batters Central Philippines

At least 66 people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread flooding on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 4

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 6

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 5

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 2

Severe flooding has submerged towns and displaced hundreds of thousands as Typhoon Kalmaegi battered the central Philippines. Rivers overflowed in Cebu and nearby islands, forcing residents onto rooftops while cars and containers were swept through the streets. Local officials said some evacuation centers were inundated, and many survivors of a recent earthquake had to be evacuated again. More than 380,000 people fled their homes across the Visayas, southern Luzon, and northern Mindanao. Kalmaegi, locally named Tino, made landfall late Monday, November 3 with winds of up to 130 kph before moving toward the South China Sea on Tuesday, November 4.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands

Severe flooding has submerged towns and displaced hundreds of thousands as Typhoon Kalmaegi battered the central Philippines. Rivers overflowed in Cebu and nearby islands, forcing residents onto rooftops while cars and containers were swept through the streets. Local officials said some evacuation centers were inundated, and many survivors of a recent earthquake had to be evacuated again. More than 380,000 people fled their homes across the Visayas, southern Luzon, and northern Mindanao. Kalmaegi, locally named Tino, made landfall late Monday, November 3 with winds of up to 130 kph before moving toward the South China Sea on Tuesday, November 4.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 3

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 2

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 5

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11. This video shows people kayaking down the street north of Wildwood on Monday, October 13.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 3

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 4

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 2

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11, a condition expected to continue into Monday, October 13.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11, a condition expected to continue into Monday, October 13.

US: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Flooding, Flight Delays in Las Vegas

The remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla hit Las Vegas, bringing heavy rain on Friday, October 10, causing flash flooding and prompting a swift water rescue. The storm led to significant travel disruption, with flights departing Harry Reid International Airport facing average delays of about an hour.