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Vietnam: Sudden Downpour Triggers Severe Flooding in Dong Nai

A sudden downpour on Monday, November 24, caused severe flooding and traffic disruption on major highways in Dong Nai. Reports noted motorbikes being swept away and mud and debris washing into the streets.

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China: Car Bursts Into Flames on Shanghai Overpass During Morning Commute

A vehicle caught fire on a busy overpass, the Beizhai Road Overpass in Shanghai, China, during the morning rush hour on Wednesday, October 22, sending thick black smoke into the air. The incident caused significant traffic disruption. No injuries were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget 7

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget 6

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget 5

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget 2

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget 4

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget 3

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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France: September 18 Austerity Protests Turn Violent in Paris

On September 18, hundreds of thousands participated in over 250 protests across France against the austerity budget introduced by former PM François Bayrou. In Paris, demonstrations turned violent, with clashes between protesters and police, who used tear gas and made several arrests.

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France: Hundreds of Thousands Join Nationwide Protests Over Austerity Budget

On September 18, hundreds of thousands people joined over 250 demonstrations across France in response to a cross-industry union call against the austerity budget introduced by former Prime Minister François Bayrou. Unions criticized the measures as “brutal,” arguing they unfairly target workers, vulnerable groups, retirees, and the sick. Current Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has yet to revise the policies. Union leaders hailed the strike as a success and urged the government to ensure fiscal, social, and environmental justice in the upcoming budget.

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Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Jalisco, Disrupts Traffic 2

On Wednesday, August 20, intense rainfall triggered severe flooding across the Guadalajara metropolitan area in Jalisco, Mexico. The floods disrupted transport, stranded vehicles, and damaged at least 51 homes, according to municipal reports.

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Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Jalisco, Disrupts Traffic

On Wednesday, August 20, intense rainfall triggered severe flooding across the Guadalajara metropolitan area in Jalisco, Mexico. The floods disrupted transport, stranded vehicles, and damaged at least 51 homes, according to municipal reports.

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UK: Technical Issue Shuts Road Tunnel to Heathrow Terminal, Triggers Major Congestion

A technical issue forced the closure of a road tunnel to Heathrow Airport’s Terminals 2 and 3 on Tuesday, August 5, causing major congestion and long lines. Some passengers abandoned their vehicles and walked with luggage. The tunnel later reopened, but delays persisted, and travelers were urged to allow extra time and use public transportation.

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US: Highway Shut Down Due to Flooding in Lakewood, Ohio

Flooding shut down a portion of Interstate 90 in Lakewood, Ohio, on the evening of Monday, July 28, after severe storms swept through the area.

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Mexico: Heavy Downpour Floods Streets in Guadalajara Metro Area 2

A downpour hit the Guadalajara metropolitan area, Jalisco on Tuesday afternoon, June 24. Several streets and main avenues of the city were severely flooded.

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Malaysia: Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Floods in Selangor

Flash floods struck parts of Selangor after heavy rain on Friday, June 20, causing traffic disruptions, according to reports.

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US: Brush Fire Closes Highway 101 in Santa Barbara County, California

A brush fire broke out in Santa Barbara County, California, along northbound Highway 101 near Mariposa Reina on Tuesday, June 17. The flames prompted the closure of southbound lanes of the highway. The fire burned an estimated 30 acres.

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Romania: Severe Flooding Hits Bucharest, Disrupting Traffic

Streets of Bucharest were severely flooded after a major storm on Monday, June 9. The heavy rain overloaded the drainage system and halted transport, including several flights.

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Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Chetumal After Heavy Rainfall

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Chetumal, the capital city of Quintana Roo on Wednesday, June 4. Downed trees and structural damage were reported across the city.

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Turkey: Man Rides Mattress Through Flooded Streets in Trabzon, Drawing Laughter

Severe flooding turned the streets of Trabzon, northeastern Turkey, into temporary rivers on Tuesday, June 3, bringing traffic to a standstill as water pooled across the roads. But amid the chaos, one man made the best of a soggy situation—floating on a mattress-turned-raft and improvising his way through the floodwaters. Bystanders laughed and cheered at the unusual sight.

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Mexico: Torrential Rains Cause Severe Flooding in CDMX, Trigger Traffic and Transit Chaos

Torrential rains caused widespread chaos in Mexico City on Monday, June 2, resulting in traffic gridlock, downed trees, and the suspension of Metro Line A service. The Mexico City government reported flooding in 53 areas, primarily in Iztapalapa, Xochimilco, Tlalpan, and Tláhuac, following the intense rains recorded.

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Mass Electrical Outage - Spain

A police officer directs traffic during a power outage in Madrid, Spain, April 28, 2025. A massive blackout swept across Spain and Portugal on Monday, leaving large parts of both countries without electricity and causing widespread disruption. Spain's electricity grid operator, Red Electrica, confirmed widespread power outages across the country. The company said it was working to restore electricity supplies and to analyze the causes of the blackout. "All resources are being dedicated to solving it," Red Electrica said in a post on X. Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Greece: Severe Storms Batter Cyclades, Triggering Flooding 4

Severe weather with heavy rainfall hit the Cyclades, the island group southeast of mainland Greece on Monday, March 31, triggering widespread flooding. Authorities imposed a traffic ban on the islands of Paros and Mykonos due to the severe flooding.

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Greece: Severe Storms Batter Cyclades, Triggering Flooding 3

Severe weather with heavy rainfall hit the Cyclades, the island group southeast of mainland Greece on Monday, March 31, triggering widespread flooding. Authorities imposed a traffic ban on the islands of Paros and Mykonos due to the severe flooding.

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Greece: Severe Storms Batter Cyclades, Triggering Flooding 2

Severe weather with heavy rainfall hit the Cyclades, the island group southeast of mainland Greece on Monday, March 31, triggering widespread flooding. Authorities imposed a traffic ban on the islands of Paros and Mykonos due to the severe flooding.

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Greece: Severe Storms Batter Cyclades, Triggering Flooding

Severe weather with heavy rainfall hit the Cyclades, the island group southeast of mainland Greece on Monday, March 31, triggering widespread flooding. Authorities imposed a traffic ban on the islands of Paros and Mykonos due to the severe flooding.

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US: Brush Fire Near I-75 in Naples, Florida Prompts Evacuation 3

A brush fire erupted off Interstate 75 in Naples, Florida, on Wednesday, March 26, snarling traffic and prompting a evacuation of a nearby communities and a park. The fire burned 10 acres and was 95% contained.

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US: Brush Fire Near I-75 in Naples, Florida Prompts Evacuation

A brush fire erupted off Interstate 75 in Naples, Florida, on Wednesday, March 26, snarling traffic and prompting a evacuation of a nearby communities and a park. The fire burned 10 acres and was 95% contained.

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US: Brush Fire Near I-75 in Naples, Florida Prompts Evacuation 2

A brush fire erupted off Interstate 75 in Naples, Florida, on Wednesday, March 26, snarling traffic and prompting a evacuation of a nearby communities and a park. The fire burned 10 acres and was 95% contained.

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Brazil: Severe Flooding Hits Sao Paulo After Heavy Rain

Sao Paulo and the entire metropolitan area were placed on alert after heavy rain hit the region on Monday afternoon, February 10. The city of Guarulhos was severely impacted, causing major disruptions, with flooding in several areas.

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US: Hundreds March In Glendale, Arizona To Protest Immigration Policies

Hundreds of protesters against President Donald Trump’s immigration policies marched through the streets of Glendale, Arizona, on Tuesday night, February 4, prompting police mobilization.

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US: Protesters Block Freeway In Downtown LA In Protest Of Immigration Policies 3

Thousands of people gathered in several cities across California on Sunday, February 2, including downtown Los Angeles, to protest against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Demonstrators blocked the 101 Freeway for several hours in DTLA, holding Mexican and U.S. flags. The protest continued on Monday.

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US: Protesters Block Freeway In Downtown LA In Protest Of Immigration Policies

Thousands of people gathered in several cities across California on Sunday, February 2, including downtown Los Angeles, to protest against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Demonstrators blocked the 101 Freeway for several hours in DTLA, holding Mexican and U.S. flags.

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US: Anti-ICE Protesters Kettled In Tunnel In Downtown LA

Thousands of people gathered in several cities across California on Sunday, February 2, including downtown Los Angeles, to protest against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Demonstrators blocked the 101 Freeway for several hours in DTLA, holding Mexican and U.S. flags. The protest continued on Monday. This video shows protesters surrounded by police in a tunnel on Monday.

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US: Protesters Block Freeway In Downtown LA In Protest Of Immigration Policies 2

Thousands of people gathered in several cities across California on Sunday, February 2, including downtown Los Angeles, to protest against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Demonstrators blocked the 101 Freeway for several hours in DTLA, holding Mexican and U.S. flags. The protest continued on Monday.

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India: Dense Fog Shrouds Delhi, Causing Poor Visibility 6

Dense fog engulfed Delhi and surrounding areas on Wednesday, January 15, resulting in low visibility and flight disruptions.

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