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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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RECAP: Southern Thailand Hit by Deadly Floods, Hat Yai Records Record Rain

Catastrophic floods have battered southern Thailand, affecting more than 3 million people and causing over 100 deaths across the region. Hat Yai has experienced “the heaviest rain in 300 years,” prompting a disaster declaration.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Thailand: Catastrophic Floods Leave Hat Yai Under Disaster Declaration 3

Catastrophic floods battered southern Thailand, affecting 127,000 households across ten provinces and causing a rising death toll. The deluge, which included "the heaviest rain in 300 years" in Hat Yai city, has prompted a disaster declaration.

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Thailand: Catastrophic Floods Leave Hat Yai Under Disaster Declaration 2

Catastrophic floods battered southern Thailand, affecting 127,000 households across ten provinces and causing a rising death toll. The deluge, which included "the heaviest rain in 300 years" in Hat Yai city, has prompted a disaster declaration.

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Brazil: Massive Hailstorms Hit Southern Region, Prompting Emergency Situation 2

Severe hailstorms struck cities in Rio Grande do Sul and São Paulo, southern Brazil on Sunday, November 23, leaving significant damage. In Erechim, more than a hundred people were injured and thousands of families affected, with officials declaring an emergency situation.

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Brazil: Massive Hailstorms Hit Southern Region, Prompting Emergency Situation

Severe hailstorms struck cities in Rio Grande do Sul and São Paulo, southern Brazil on Sunday, November 23, leaving significant damage. In Erechim, more than a hundred people were injured and thousands of families affected, with officials declaring an emergency situation.

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DRC: Torrential Rain Submerges Roads in Kinshasa

Kinshasa was hit by severe flooding on Tuesday, November 18. Torrential rain turned several neighborhoods into urban rivers. The French Institute’s Halle de la Gombe was flooded, forcing its closure on November 19 to assess damage. The Palais du Peuple and major roads, including Boulevard du 30 Juin and Boulevard Sendwe, were also submerged, paralyzing traffic.

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US: Las Vegas Under Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Hits Valley 2

A new weather system moved into the Las Vegas Valley, bringing heavy rain on Tuesday, November 18. The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory and a flood watch for the area.

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US: Las Vegas Under Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Hits Valley

A new weather system moved into the Las Vegas Valley, bringing heavy rain on Tuesday, November 18. The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory and a flood watch for the area.

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Saudi Arabia: Weather Alerts Issued as Heavy Rain Hits Multiple Regions

Saudi Arabia is experiencing days of unstable conditions with heavy thunderstorms, hail, strong winds and flash-flood risks across regions including Medina, Ha'il, Rafha and Al-Soudah. National Centre for Meteorology issued a weather alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible flash floods from Friday, November 14 to Tuesday, November 18.

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US: Powerful Atmospheric River Brings Major Flood Threat to California 3

A powerful atmospheric river slammed California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that elevated the flash flood threat to Level 3. Evacuation warnings have been issued for vulnerable areas near recent burn scars from wildfires, as the storm is expected to bring several months' worth of rain in the span of just a few days.

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US: Powerful Atmospheric River Brings Major Flood Threat to California 2

A powerful atmospheric river began slamming California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that elevated the flash flood threat to Level 3. Evacuation warnings have been issued for vulnerable areas near recent burn scars from wildfires, as the storm is expected to bring several months' worth of rain in the span of just a few days.

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US: Powerful Atmospheric River Brings Major Flood Threat to California

A powerful atmospheric river began slamming California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that elevated the flash flood threat to Level 3. Evacuation warnings have been issued for vulnerable areas near recent burn scars from wildfires, as the storm is expected to bring several months' worth of rain in the span of just a few days.

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Spain: Storm Hit Parts of Catalonia, Flights Cancelled, Flooding Blocks Roads

Catalonia has been under a disruptive orange alert since Wednesday, November 5, for stormy weather, which is continuing today, Thursday, November 6, bringing over 40 liters of rain per square meter and causing widespread disruptions including 47 canceled flights at El Prat and multiple train and road line closures.

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Spain: Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding in Extremadura

Heavy rainfall, lightning, and strong winds caused significant disruption in Spain’s Extremadura region on Wednesday, November 5. The city of Cáceres was particularly hard hit, receiving 18 liters of rain in just half an hour, which led to localized flooding, fallen branches, and damage to cars and businesses. Due to an orange alert for rain issued by AEMET, all afternoon academic activities at the University of Extremadura were suspended.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 8

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded basements in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 7

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded basements in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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US: Whipping Winds and High Surf Hit Jersey Shore

A powerful storm caused widespread damage across the Tri-State area on Thursday, October 30, with barges washed up on Woodmont Beach in Connecticut. The system, which brought heavy flooding to roads and subway stations, also toppled trees. This video shows whipping winds and high surf hitting the Jersey Shore.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 6

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded basements in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 5

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded basements in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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Spain: Severe Flooding Hits Seville After Heavy Rainfall 2

On October 29, heavy rain, flash floods, and tornadoes hit Andalusia, especially Huelva and Seville, causing over 1,300 incidents, including flooded roads and fallen trees. Huelva received 160 mm of rain, Seville 115 mm. This video shows Calle García de Vinuesa in Seville, submerged by floodwaters.

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Spain: Severe Flooding Hits Seville After Heavy Rainfall

On October 29, heavy rain, flash floods, and tornadoes hit Andalusia, especially Huelva and Seville, causing over 1,300 incidents, including flooded roads and fallen trees. Huelva received 160 mm of rain, Seville 115 mm. This video shows Calle de Alfonso XII in Seville near Plaza de Museo, completely submerged by floodwaters.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 3

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded rooms in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 4

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded rooms in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded rooms in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 2

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded rooms in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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Jamaica: Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, slammed into the coast of Jamaica near the city of Black River on Tuesday, October 28. The storm caused what the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned would be a "catastrophic" situation, leaving roughly 140,000 people cut off across the island. Approximately 25,000 tourists remained in Jamaica as recovery efforts began.

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RECAP: Seville Hit by Floods, Heavy Rain Amid Andalusia Storm

On Wednesday, October 29, Seville was hit by heavy rain, flash floods, and tornadoes, recording around 115 mm of rainfall. Emergency services reported hundreds of incidents, including flooded roads, fallen trees, and trapped drivers. Two people were injured in the province. Alerts from Spain’s meteorological agency (Aemet) proved accurate, with Seville under an orange warning as the storm moved across Andalusia.

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RECAP: Hurricane Melissa Batters Jamaica, Leaving Trail of Destruction

Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful Atlantic hurricane on record in 2025, made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm on Tuesday, October 28. The storm brought catastrophic winds, flash flooding, and high storm surges, resulting in at least seven storm-related deaths across the Caribbean, including three in Jamaica.

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Spain: Heavy Rains and Strong Winds Hit Parts of Andalusia 7

On Wednesday, October 29, heavy rain, flash floods, and tornadoes struck Andalusia, especially Huelva and Seville. Emergency services reported over 1,300 incidents, including flooded roads, fallen trees, and trapped drivers. Huelva recorded up to 160 mm of rainfall, while Seville saw around 115 mm. Two people were injured, and a man in Gibraleón suffered a severe head injury after being struck by a falling structure. Alerts from Spain’s meteorological agency (Aemet) proved accurate, with red warnings for Huelva and orange for Seville.

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM