A crowd of enraged locals hurled clots of mud left by storm-spawned flooding at the Spanish royal couple. During their first visit to the epicenter of their nation's deadliest natural disaster in living memory. Spanish fury has been unleashed against a state that appears overwhelmed and unable to meet the needs of people used to living under an effective government.

Floods In Spain Claim At Least 214 Lives

Spain flash floods after record rain kill 158 as rescuers search for bodies. Spanish police have arrested 39 people for looting amid the deadly floods in the country. Watch this report for more details!

Spanish Police Arrests 39 People for Looting Amid Deadly Floods

But what caused this catastrophic floods and why were the floods in Spain so bad? Our next report explains the phenomenon, known locally as dana, a Spanish acronym for high-altitude isolated depression which caused this disaster.

What Caused The Deadly Floods In Spain?

Several people have died after torrential rain caused flash floods in south-eastern Spain, authorities have said. Rescue efforts are underway as dozens of people are unaccounted for.

Spain: Death Toll Grows As Spain Hit By Worst Floods in 50 Years

At least 72 people are known to have died after torrential rain caused flash floods in south-eastern Spain, authorities have said. Rescue efforts are underway as dozens of people are unaccounted for.

Spain's Deadliest Floods in Decades

Flash floods killed at least 64 people in Spain's Valencia region and at least five went missing. The floods were sparked by torrential rains caused by a cold front moving across Southeastern Spain. This has left roads and towns flooded on Tuesday. Rescue operations are underway with several still trapped. This is being called as the worst flash floods in three decades sweeping the Valencia region

Massive Floods In Spain Kill At Least 64

The emergency service workers in Spain have recovered several bodies while several others are still missing this comes after torrential rains triggered flash floods in the country's Southern and Eastern regions. Watch in for more details!

Flash Floods In Spain; National Weather Agency Issues Red Alert For Valencia Region

At least 60 people are known to have died after torrential rain caused flash floods in south-eastern Spain, authorities have said. Rescue efforts are underway as dozens of people are unaccounted for.

Spain: Devastating Floods Claim Over 60 Lives, Deadliest Floods In Decades

<p>At least 62 people have died after flash floods hit southeastern Spain, sweeping away cars and vehicles, and turning village streets into rivers, the regional government of Valencia confirmed on Wednesday (Oct 30).&nbsp;</p>

<p>This marks the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation as far as people can remember.&nbsp;</p>

<p>51 people were confirmed dead in the eastern region of Valencia. Moreover, the central government office for Castilla La Mancha region said that an 88-year-old woman was found dead in the city of Cuenca.</p>

<h2><strong>Three days of mourning</strong></h2>

<p>Spain will observe three days of mourning from Thursday (Oct 31) as the floods killed over 60 people in the eastern Valencia region, a government minister said.</p>

<p>Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez spoke with King Felipe VI on Wednesday and informed him of the official days of mourning.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the rescue operation continues, people were advised to stay off the roads amid warnings that the number of fatalities could rise.</p>

<p>The Valencian government’s emergency coordination centre said its multiple victims protocol had been activated, adding, “The initial toll logged by different police and emergency services puts the provisional number of victims at 51 people. We are beginning the process of recovering and identifying the victims.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Flash Floods In Spain; National Weather Agency Issues Red Alert For Valencia Region</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, on Wednesday, Valencia's regional president Carlos Mazón said it is too early to provide a comprehensive death toll.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“These are very difficult hours for relatives and for the disappeared,” said Mazon. “We will confirm the number of victims over the coming hours but right now it’s impossible to offer a precise figure. We’re in shock.”</p>

<p>People were seen sharing images and videos on social media X, showing the devastating situation in Spain.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>One of the X user shared a video a street completed waterlogged with flood water, and damaged cars, stressing that the people are still without electricity in the town.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Flood in Spain. This is how we woke up in Sedaví (Valencia) Let's hope that the fatalities are as few as possible. We are still without electricity in the town. What a disaster...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Valencia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Valencia</a> <a href="https://t.co/etICHG1Jc9">pic.twitter.com/etICHG1Jc9</a></p>
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<p>Ricardo Gabaldon, the mayor of Utiel, a town in Valencia, told national broadcaster RTVE, "Yesterday was the worst day of my life."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We were trapped like rats. Cars and trash containers were flowing down the streets. The water was rising to three metres," he said.</p>

<p>Over 1000 soldiers were deployed from Spain's emergency response units to the affected areas.&nbsp;</p>

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At least 62 people have died after flash floods hit southeastern Spain, sweeping away cars and vehicles, and turning village streets into rivers, the regional government of Valencia confirmed on Wednesday (Oct 30).

At least 62 people have died after flash floods hit southeastern Spain, sweeping away cars and vehicles, and turning village streets into rivers, the regional government of Valencia confirmed on Wednesday (Oct 30). This marks the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation as far as people can remember. 51 people were confirmed dead in the eastern region of Valencia. Moreover, the central government office for Castilla La Mancha region said that an 88-year-old woman was found dead in the city of Cuenca. Three days of mourning Spain will observe three days of mourning from Thursday (Oct 31) as the floods killed over 60 people in the eastern Valencia region, a government minister said. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez spoke with King Felipe VI on Wednesday and informed him of the official days of mourning. As the rescue operation continues, people were advised to stay off the roads amid warnings that the number of fatalities could rise. The Valencian government’s emergency coordination centre said its multiple victims protocol had been activated, adding, “The initial toll logged by different police and emergency services puts the provisional number of victims at 51 people. We are beginning the process of recovering and identifying the victims.” Watch | Flash Floods In Spain; National Weather Agency Issues Red Alert For Valencia Region × Meanwhile, on Wednesday, Valencia's regional president Carlos Mazón said it is too early to provide a comprehensive death toll. “These are very difficult hours for relatives and for the disappeared,” said Mazon. “We will confirm the number of victims over the coming hours but right now it’s impossible to offer a precise figure. We’re in shock.” People were seen sharing images and videos on social media X, showing the devastating situation in Spain. Devastating image aftermath flood in the Alfafar in the province of Valencia, Spain 🇪🇸 (30.10.2024) pic.twitter.com/HAv3vRgP2z — Disaster News (@Top_Disaster) October 30, 2024 × One of the X user shared a video a street completed waterlogged with flood water, and damaged cars, stressing that the people are still without electricity in the town. Flood in Spain. This is how we woke up in Sedaví (Valencia) Let's hope that the fatalities are as few as possible. We are still without electricity in the town. What a disaster...#Valencia pic.twitter.com/etICHG1Jc9 — Ak (@Shaftesbury512) October 30, 2024 × Ricardo Gabaldon, the mayor of Utiel, a town in Valencia, told national broadcaster RTVE, "Yesterday was the worst day of my life." "We were trapped like rats. Cars and trash containers were flowing down the streets. The water was rising to three metres," he said. Over 1000 soldiers were deployed from Spain's emergency response units to the affected areas. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: At least 62 dead as flash floods hit Spain

<p>At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rains on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30).</p>

<p>Defence ministry and police footage showed emergency services inspecting flooded houses and assisting rescued people in the town of Utiel.</p>

<p>Dozens of videos shared on social media overnight appeared to show people trapped by the floodwaters, with some climbing trees to avoid being swept away.</p>

<p>Carlos Mazon, the regional leader of Valencia, said at&nbsp;a press conference that some people remained isolated in inaccessible locations.</p>

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<p>Emergency services in the region urged citizens to avoid any kind of road travel and to follow further updates from official sources.</p>

<p>Trains to the cities of Madrid and Barcelona were cancelled due to the flooding, and schools and other essential services were suspended in the worst-hit areas.</p>

<p>The UME military unit specialised in rescue operations was deployed in some areas to help local emergency workers.</p>

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<p>Spain's state weather agency AEMET declared a red alert in Valencia, a major citrus-growing region, with some areas such as Turis and Utiel recording 200 mm (7.9 inches) of rainfall.</p>

<p>The death toll appeared to be the worst in Europe from flooding since 2021, when almost 200 people died, mainly in Germany.</p>

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At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rains on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30).

At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rains on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30). Defence ministry and police footage showed emergency services inspecting flooded houses and assisting rescued people in the town of Utiel. Dozens of videos shared on social media overnight appeared to show people trapped by the floodwaters, with some climbing trees to avoid being swept away. Carlos Mazon, the regional leader of Valencia, said at a press conference that some people remained isolated in inaccessible locations. Also read | Mount Fuji remains snowless for longest time, breaking 130-year record Emergency services in the region urged citizens to avoid any kind of road travel and to follow further updates from official sources. Trains to the cities of Madrid and Barcelona were cancelled due to the flooding, and schools and other essential services were suspended in the worst-hit areas. The UME military unit specialised in rescue operations was deployed in some areas to help local emergency workers. Also read | Watch: Sewage pipe bursts in Moscow, shoots tower block-sized 'fountain of poop' Spain's state weather agency AEMET declared a red alert in Valencia, a major citrus-growing region, with some areas such as Turis and Utiel recording 200 mm (7.9 inches) of rainfall. The death toll appeared to be the worst in Europe from flooding since 2021, when almost 200 people died, mainly in Germany. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

At least 51 people killed in Spain flash floods after torrential rain: Reports

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Flash floods caused by heavy monsoon rains in Thailand have killed 22 people in recent days. Disaster officials have warned of further sudden flooding this week.

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China is grappling with extreme weather events this summer. A landslide that hit a village in southwestern China and caused a highway bridge to collapse killed at least eight people and left 19 missing, state media said Sunday.

China’s weather extremes threaten the country with flooding and heat

At least one person was killed in Serbia when a tree toppled onto her car this comes to strong winds hail and flash floods are causing havoc across the country.

Serbia hit with torrential rain, hail and flash floods

Hundreds of people have been killed after a series of deadly floods in Brazil, Afghanistan and Indonesia. But it seems the disaster is not ending anytime soon. Here are the countries hit by flash floods.

Flash floods across the world

Extreme weather conditions are being witnessed across the world.While some parts are suffering from heat waves, others are hit by storms and flash floods.

Floods hit parts of China, Russia & Afghanistan

<p>Fresh flash floods again wreaked havoc in Afghanistan as at least 50 people were killed in the western region, local police said on Saturday (May 18) as per the news agencies. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Ghor police spokesman Abdul Rahman Badri said that the floods on Friday also destroyed about 2,000 houses, and damaged thousands more homes and businesses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Mawlawi Abdul Hai Zaeem, who is the head of the information department for the central Ghor province, told the news agency Reuters that there was no information about how many people were injured.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Fifty residents of Ghor province were killed by the floods on Friday and a number of others are missing," Badri said.</p>

<p>"These terrible floods have also killed thousands of cattle... They have destroyed hundreds of hectares of agricultural land, hundreds of bridges and culverts, and destroyed thousands of trees," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes in the backdrop of last week's floods which killed over 300 and injured more than 1,600 people in northern Afghanistan, with survivors still searching for missing relatives.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The country has experienced above-average rainfall this spring.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Obaidullah Muradian, who is the head of the province's disaster management department, the flooding has caused an "emergency situation".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that the floods hit several districts in the province, including the capital Chaghcharan, where the streets "are full of mud".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said that victims were in need of shelter, food and water amid a "really concerning" situation.&nbsp;</p>

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Fresh flash floods again wreaked havoc in Afghanistan as at least 50 people were killed in the western region, local police said on Saturday (May 18) as per the news agencies.

Fresh flash floods again wreaked havoc in Afghanistan as at least 50 people were killed in the western region, local police said on Saturday (May 18) as per the news agencies. In a statement, Ghor police spokesman Abdul Rahman Badri said that the floods on Friday also destroyed about 2,000 houses, and damaged thousands more homes and businesses. Meanwhile, Mawlawi Abdul Hai Zaeem, who is the head of the information department for the central Ghor province, told the news agency Reuters that there was no information about how many people were injured. Also read: Shooting in Afghanistan kills 3 foreigners and 1 Afghan; injures 7 others "Fifty residents of Ghor province were killed by the floods on Friday and a number of others are missing," Badri said. "These terrible floods have also killed thousands of cattle... They have destroyed hundreds of hectares of agricultural land, hundreds of bridges and culverts, and destroyed thousands of trees," he added. This comes in the backdrop of last week's floods which killed over 300 and injured more than 1,600 people in northern Afghanistan, with survivors still searching for missing relatives. Also read: Mongolian climber found dead on Mount Everest, rescue operations underway for another Watch this report: × The country has experienced above-average rainfall this spring. According to Obaidullah Muradian, who is the head of the province's disaster management department, the flooding has caused an "emergency situation". He said that the floods hit several districts in the province, including the capital Chaghcharan, where the streets "are full of mud". He also said that victims were in need of shelter, food and water amid a "really concerning" situation. (With inputs from agencies)

Flash floods kill at least 50 people in western Afghanistan, damage around 2,000 houses

<p>At least 37&nbsp;people, including several children, have been killed and more than a dozen others are missing after heavy rains triggered floods and landslides in Indonesia’s province of West Sumatra, reported news agency AFP citing a local disaster official on Sunday (May 12).&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>Two districts, Agam and Tanah Datar, in West Sumatra province were hit by a flash flood and a cold lava flow from Mount Marapi at around 10:30 pm (local time) after hours of heavy rains on Saturday (May 11), said Basarnas search and rescue agency, in a statement on Sunday.</p>

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<p>The rains also sent sweeping ash and large rocks down Mount Marapi, the most active volcano on the archipelago’s Sumatra island.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Until now our data shows that 37&nbsp;people died: 16 in Agam and 18 in Tanah Datar. At least 18 others are injured. We are also still searching for 16 other people,” West Sumatra disaster agency spokesman Ilham Wahab told AFP.</p>

<p>He also said search and rescue efforts involved local rescuers, police, soldiers and volunteers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Cold lava, also known as lahar, is a mixture of volcanic material and pebbles that flow down a volcano’s slopes in the rain.</p>

<h2>Search and rescue efforts</h2>

<p>Earlier, on Sunday, nine bodies were identified, including that of a three-year-old and an eight-year-old, said the head of the local rescue agency Abdul Malik said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, “Today, we will continue the search in the two districts.” Images and videos on social media show large rocks and thick mud covering the streets of West Sumatra.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the local government has set up evacuation centres and emergency posts across areas of the two districts.</p>

<p>Local authorities have also dispatched a team of rescuers and rubber boats to look for those missing as well as transport people to shelters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The recent floods also came around a week after landslides and flooding killed at least 15 people and swept away homes and damaged roads in the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mount Marapi erupted late last year killing around 23 climbers who were caught by surprise by the eruption over the weekend which also led to an ash tower of 3,000 metres into the sky, which is higher than the volcano itself.&nbsp;</p>

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At least 37 people, including several children, have been killed and more than a dozen others are missing after heavy rains triggered floods and landslides in Indonesia’s province of West Sumatra, reported news agency AFP citing a local disaster official on Sunday (May 12).

At least 37 people, including several children, have been killed and more than a dozen others are missing after heavy rains triggered floods and landslides in Indonesia’s province of West Sumatra, reported news agency AFP citing a local disaster official on Sunday (May 12). What happened? Two districts, Agam and Tanah Datar, in West Sumatra province were hit by a flash flood and a cold lava flow from Mount Marapi at around 10:30 pm (local time) after hours of heavy rains on Saturday (May 11), said Basarnas search and rescue agency, in a statement on Sunday. Also Read | Evacuation notice issued over ‘catastrophic’ wildfire in Canada’s oil town Fort McMurray The rains also sent sweeping ash and large rocks down Mount Marapi, the most active volcano on the archipelago’s Sumatra island. “Until now our data shows that 37 people died: 16 in Agam and 18 in Tanah Datar. At least 18 others are injured. We are also still searching for 16 other people,” West Sumatra disaster agency spokesman Ilham Wahab told AFP. He also said search and rescue efforts involved local rescuers, police, soldiers and volunteers. Cold lava, also known as lahar, is a mixture of volcanic material and pebbles that flow down a volcano’s slopes in the rain. Search and rescue efforts Earlier, on Sunday, nine bodies were identified, including that of a three-year-old and an eight-year-old, said the head of the local rescue agency Abdul Malik said in a statement. He added, “Today, we will continue the search in the two districts.” Images and videos on social media show large rocks and thick mud covering the streets of West Sumatra. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos, videos and information shared on social media. The death toll from the flash floods in three areas of West Sumatra on Saturday night has risen to 27 people as of Sunday at 14:30 WIB according to the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPDP) pic.twitter.com/J5Cb3msv3Q — Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) May 12, 2024 × Meanwhile, the local government has set up evacuation centres and emergency posts across areas of the two districts. Local authorities have also dispatched a team of rescuers and rubber boats to look for those missing as well as transport people to shelters. Also Read | At least five killed in Ukrainian strikes on border regions, Donetsk: Russian officials The recent floods also came around a week after landslides and flooding killed at least 15 people and swept away homes and damaged roads in the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi. Mount Marapi erupted late last year killing around 23 climbers who were caught by surprise by the eruption over the weekend which also led to an ash tower of 3,000 metres into the sky, which is higher than the volcano itself. (With inputs from agencies)

Death toll rises to 37 as flash floods and cold lava flow hit Indonesia’s Sumatra island

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<p>While Jammu and Kashmir&nbsp;witnessed continuous rainfall for the last three days, resulting in flash floods, IMD has issued a red alert for four states due to the extreme heatwave, as temperatures have crossed 45 degrees Celsius.</p>

<h2><strong>Red Alert Issued For Four States Due To Heatwave</strong></h2>

<p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Odisha for two to three days. The weather office has also issued health warnings as several parts of the country are already under intense heat. IMD has also issued an orange alert for Telangana, Karnataka, and Sikkim.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kalaikunda and Kandala in Andhra Pradesh recorded a maximum temperature of 45.4 degrees Celsius, eight notches above normal. AP's Nandyal also recorded a temperature of 45 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, Odisha's Baripada recorded the third-highest temperature in the country on Monday, followed by Bihar's Sheikhpura. IMD said the area under red alert could "develop heat illness and heatstroke" and advised people to take "extreme precautions."</p>

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<p>Furthermore, Assam, Tripura, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Goa, Kerala and Karnataka might witness high humidity in the next five days. The weather office added that the country might witness 10 to 20 heatwave days against the usual of four to eight in April-June. The areas and regions predicted to witness a higher number of heatwave days are Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Maharashtra, Vidarbha, Marathwada, Bihar and Jharkhand. Moreover, some places might experience over 20 heatwave days.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Heavy Rainfall In Jammu &amp; Kashmir</strong></h2>

<p>The government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced the closure of all schools due to the rains in the Kashmir Division. According to the disaster management team, Jhelum has been flowing very close to the danger level in Srinagar's Ram Munshi Bagh area at around 18.22 ft. IMD said&nbsp;that the&nbsp;weather will improve from Tuesday afternoon and remain dry until May 5.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Chances Of Rain In Delhi</strong></h2>

<p>According to IMD, Delhi-NCR will witness strong surface winds during the daytime on April 30 and May 1. While the weather will be relatively pleasant on May 2 and 3, with the maximum temperature not going above 38 degrees Celsius, there are chances of thunderstorms with rain on May 4 in Delhi-NCR.&nbsp;</p>

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While Jammu and Kashmir witnessed continuous rainfall for the last three days, resulting in flash floods, IMD has issued a red alert for four states due to the extreme heatwave, as temperatures have crossed 45 degrees Celsius.

While Jammu and Kashmir witnessed continuous rainfall for the last three days, resulting in flash floods, IMD has issued a red alert for four states due to the extreme heatwave, as temperatures have crossed 45 degrees Celsius. Red Alert Issued For Four States Due To Heatwave The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Odisha for two to three days. The weather office has also issued health warnings as several parts of the country are already under intense heat. IMD has also issued an orange alert for Telangana, Karnataka, and Sikkim. Kalaikunda and Kandala in Andhra Pradesh recorded a maximum temperature of 45.4 degrees Celsius, eight notches above normal. AP's Nandyal also recorded a temperature of 45 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, Odisha's Baripada recorded the third-highest temperature in the country on Monday, followed by Bihar's Sheikhpura. IMD said the area under red alert could "develop heat illness and heatstroke" and advised people to take "extreme precautions." ALSO READ | License of 14 Patanjali products cancelled, criminal complaint filed against Ramdev, Uttarakhand govt tells SC Furthermore, Assam, Tripura, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Goa, Kerala and Karnataka might witness high humidity in the next five days. The weather office added that the country might witness 10 to 20 heatwave days against the usual of four to eight in April-June. The areas and regions predicted to witness a higher number of heatwave days are Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Maharashtra, Vidarbha, Marathwada, Bihar and Jharkhand. Moreover, some places might experience over 20 heatwave days. Heavy Rainfall In Jammu & Kashmir The government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced the closure of all schools due to the rains in the Kashmir Division. According to the disaster management team, Jhelum has been flowing very close to the danger level in Srinagar's Ram Munshi Bagh area at around 18.22 ft. IMD said that the weather will improve from Tuesday afternoon and remain dry until May 5. Chances Of Rain In Delhi According to IMD, Delhi-NCR will witness strong surface winds during the daytime on April 30 and May 1. While the weather will be relatively pleasant on May 2 and 3, with the maximum temperature not going above 38 degrees Celsius, there are chances of thunderstorms with rain on May 4 in Delhi-NCR. (With inputs from agencies)

India Weather: Red alert issued for four states due to heatwave, rainfall in J&K, strong winds in Delhi & more

<p>One of the most pertinent questions on everyone's mind is - what caused the UAE's flash floods that wreaked havoc and sank the Gulf state known for&nbsp;its iconic skyline with towering skyscrapers under water. Dubai, recognised as a global hub for tourism attracting millions of visitors each year, was at a standstill after the torrential rains.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Flights had to be cancelled for safety purposes, schools were asked to remain closed, and traffic disruptions were seen as roads submerged under water. A report by Bloomberg pointed out that the deluge, which inundated various parts of the desert nation, was linked to cloud seeding, a weather modification technique where substances are dispersed into the air to alter cloud properties, to influence precipitation.</p>

<p>The most common substances used for cloud seeding are silver iodide, potassium iodide, and liquid propane. These substances act as nuclei around which cloud droplets can form. The function of these substances is to enhance the process of condensation, and increased rainfall under suitable atmospheric conditions.</p>

<p>The report highlighted that this practice has been employed by the UAE since 2002 in a bid to address water security concerns triggered due to its arid climate, limited freshwater resources, and high water demand driven by urbanisation.</p>

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<p>The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) dispatched seeding planes from Al Ain airport to capitalise on convective cloud formations, as explained by a specialist meteorologist Ahmed Habib, reported Bloomberg. According to NCM, the seeding operations to stimulate rainfall was carried out on Sunday (Apr 14) and Monday (Apr 15), not Tuesday (Apr 16).</p>

<h2><strong>Lack of drainage infra&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Habib reportedly noted that seeding planes conducted seven missions so far. To exacerbate the flood menace, there is a lack of adequate drainage infrastructure in many areas.</p>

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<p>Dubai International Airport operations were also suspended, with flight disruptions continuing.&nbsp;In response to the adverse weather conditions, the UAE government issued warnings advising residents to stay indoors except for extreme emergencies.&nbsp;</p>

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One of the most pertinent questions on everyone's mind is - what caused the UAE's flash floods that wreaked havoc and sank the Gulf state known for its iconic skyline with towering skyscrapers under water.

One of the most pertinent questions on everyone's mind is - what caused the UAE's flash floods that wreaked havoc and sank the Gulf state known for its iconic skyline with towering skyscrapers under water. Dubai, recognised as a global hub for tourism attracting millions of visitors each year, was at a standstill after the torrential rains. Flights had to be cancelled for safety purposes, schools were asked to remain closed, and traffic disruptions were seen as roads submerged under water. A report by Bloomberg pointed out that the deluge, which inundated various parts of the desert nation, was linked to cloud seeding, a weather modification technique where substances are dispersed into the air to alter cloud properties, to influence precipitation. The most common substances used for cloud seeding are silver iodide, potassium iodide, and liquid propane. These substances act as nuclei around which cloud droplets can form. The function of these substances is to enhance the process of condensation, and increased rainfall under suitable atmospheric conditions. The report highlighted that this practice has been employed by the UAE since 2002 in a bid to address water security concerns triggered due to its arid climate, limited freshwater resources, and high water demand driven by urbanisation. Also Read | Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow hits Chernihiv with missiles, killing nine The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) dispatched seeding planes from Al Ain airport to capitalise on convective cloud formations, as explained by a specialist meteorologist Ahmed Habib, reported Bloomberg. According to NCM, the seeding operations to stimulate rainfall was carried out on Sunday (Apr 14) and Monday (Apr 15), not Tuesday (Apr 16). Lack of drainage infra Habib reportedly noted that seeding planes conducted seven missions so far. To exacerbate the flood menace, there is a lack of adequate drainage infrastructure in many areas. Also Read | Israel targeting refugee camps? 11, including children, dead in airstrike on Al-Maghazi refugee camp Dubai International Airport operations were also suspended, with flight disruptions continuing. In response to the adverse weather conditions, the UAE government issued warnings advising residents to stay indoors except for extreme emergencies. Watch | Dubai: Heavy rains & flash flood warnings sweep the Gulf × Critics have often expressed worry about the potential environmental consequences of cloud seeding, including altering natural precipitation patterns. (With inputs from agencies)

Were UAE’s flash floods result of cloud seeding?

<p>More than 130 people have been killed in the neighbouring countries Afghanistan and Pakistan after flash floods and heavy rains swept the region over the past few days, according to officials from both countries. Meanwhile, people in Pakistan’s Balochistan are reportedly bracing for more rains in the upcoming days.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Situation in Pakistan</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>At least 14 more people were killed after lightning and heavy rain in Pakistan, said the country’s officials, on Wednesday (Apr 17), raising the death toll after four days of unseasonal rainfall and extreme weather to 63.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Pakistan is witnessing the heaviest downpour in decades which has flooded villages on the country’s southwestern coast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The death toll reported from the country’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was highest after collapsing buildings killed 32 people, including 15 children and five women, said Khursheed Anwar, a spokesman for the Disaster Management Authority, as per the Associated Press.</p>

<p>Around 1,370 houses were also damaged in the province, said Anwar. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Punjab province reported 21 lighting- and collapse-related deaths.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Balochistan, in the country’s southwest, declared a state of emergency following flash floods and is said to be bracing for more rains in the upcoming days amid the ongoing rescue and relief operations, on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At least 10 people have been killed in the southwestern province, according to the local officials. Zaheer Ahmed Babar, a senior official at the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) told the AP that the country is witnessing more than usual rainfall in April, due to climate change.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Babar, Balochistan has witnessed 353 per cent more rainfall than normal, while the overall rainfall has been 99 per cent higher than the average across the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has witnessed 90 per cent more rain than usual this month, said the PMD official. According to Babar, it is also the wettest April that the country has witnessed in the past 30 years.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>At least 70 killed in Afghanistan</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The death toll in Afghanistan also rose to 70, on Wednesday, after extreme rainfall and&nbsp;devastating flash floods across 23 provinces in the country, as per media reports citing local officials.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Mullah Janan Sayeq, a spokesman for the Ministry of Disaster Management, on Wednesday, said that at least 2,500 animals have died and more than 2,000 houses, three mosques, and four schools have been damaged, reported the AP.</p>

<p>This comes a day after the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Afghanistan, in a post on X said more than 1,200 families have been affected due to the floods and that the UN and its partners are “assessing the impact and related needs and providing assistance.”</p>

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More than 130 people have been killed in the neighbouring countries Afghanistan and Pakistan after flash floods and heavy rains swept the region over the past few days, according to officials from both countries.

More than 130 people have been killed in the neighbouring countries Afghanistan and Pakistan after flash floods and heavy rains swept the region over the past few days, according to officials from both countries. Meanwhile, people in Pakistan’s Balochistan are reportedly bracing for more rains in the upcoming days. Situation in Pakistan At least 14 more people were killed after lightning and heavy rain in Pakistan, said the country’s officials, on Wednesday (Apr 17), raising the death toll after four days of unseasonal rainfall and extreme weather to 63. WATCH | Rain kills at least 36 in Pakistan, PM Sharif orders authorities to provide aid Pakistan is witnessing the heaviest downpour in decades which has flooded villages on the country’s southwestern coast. The death toll reported from the country’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was highest after collapsing buildings killed 32 people, including 15 children and five women, said Khursheed Anwar, a spokesman for the Disaster Management Authority, as per the Associated Press. Around 1,370 houses were also damaged in the province, said Anwar. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Punjab province reported 21 lighting- and collapse-related deaths. Balochistan, in the country’s southwest, declared a state of emergency following flash floods and is said to be bracing for more rains in the upcoming days amid the ongoing rescue and relief operations, on Wednesday. Also Read | Several parts of Pakistan flooded after heavy rain, dozens killed At least 10 people have been killed in the southwestern province, according to the local officials. Zaheer Ahmed Babar, a senior official at the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) told the AP that the country is witnessing more than usual rainfall in April, due to climate change. According to Babar, Balochistan has witnessed 353 per cent more rainfall than normal, while the overall rainfall has been 99 per cent higher than the average across the country. Meanwhile, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has witnessed 90 per cent more rain than usual this month, said the PMD official. According to Babar, it is also the wettest April that the country has witnessed in the past 30 years. At least 70 killed in Afghanistan The death toll in Afghanistan also rose to 70, on Wednesday, after extreme rainfall and devastating flash floods across 23 provinces in the country, as per media reports citing local officials. Also Read | Were UAE's flash floods result of cloud seeding? Mullah Janan Sayeq, a spokesman for the Ministry of Disaster Management, on Wednesday, said that at least 2,500 animals have died and more than 2,000 houses, three mosques, and four schools have been damaged, reported the AP. This comes a day after the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Afghanistan, in a post on X said more than 1,200 families have been affected due to the floods and that the UN and its partners are “assessing the impact and related needs and providing assistance.” (With inputs from agencies)

More than 130 people killed in Afghanistan and Pakistan flash floods after heavy rains

<p>Afghanistan's Taliban government confirmed that heavy flooding due to seasonal rains has killed dozens and injured at least 27 over three days last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Flash floods hit Kabul and several other provinces across Afghanistan, said Abdullah Janan Saiq, the Taliban’s spokesman for the State Ministry for Natural Disaster Management.</p>

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<p>Saiq added more than 600 houses were either partially or completely destroyed, while around 200 livestock perished.</p>

<p>The flooding also damaged around 800 hectares of agricultural land and more than 85 kilometres (53 miles) of roads, Saiq said.</p>

<h2><strong>Afghanistan flash floods: Which provinces are affected?</strong></h2>

<p>Western Farah, Herat, southern Zabul and Kandahar are among the provinces that suffered the most damage, he added.</p>

<p>The weather department has warned that more rain is expected in the coming days in most of Afghanistan’s 34 provinces.</p>

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<p>Since the Taliban ousted democratically-elected President Ashraf Ghani's government in August 2021 after the US-led Western forces concluded their withdrawal, the flow of foreign aid to the country located at the crossroads of south and central Asia has drastically diminished.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in February, at least 25 people were killed in a landslide after heavy snowfall in eastern Afghanistan in February. About 60 were killed in subsequent precipitation till the beginning of March which conventionally marks the end of winter in the country.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The United Nations last year warned that "Afghanistan is experiencing major swings in extreme weather conditions".</p>

<p>The changes in weather patterns in Afghanistan are a function of ongoing climate change events across the world. After being ravaged by decades of war, Afghanistan ranks among the nations least prepared to face climate change.</p>

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Afghanistan's Taliban government confirmed that heavy flooding due to seasonal rains has killed dozens and injured at least 27 over three days last week. Flash floods hit Kabul and several other provinces across Afghanistan, said Abdullah Janan Saiq, the Taliban’s spokesman for the State Ministry for Natural Disaster Management.

Afghanistan's Taliban government confirmed that heavy flooding due to seasonal rains has killed dozens and injured at least 27 over three days last week. Flash floods hit Kabul and several other provinces across Afghanistan, said Abdullah Janan Saiq, the Taliban’s spokesman for the State Ministry for Natural Disaster Management. Also read | Taliban claims it killed dozens of Pakistanis involved in attacks inside Afghanistan Saiq added more than 600 houses were either partially or completely destroyed, while around 200 livestock perished. The flooding also damaged around 800 hectares of agricultural land and more than 85 kilometres (53 miles) of roads, Saiq said. Afghanistan flash floods: Which provinces are affected? Western Farah, Herat, southern Zabul and Kandahar are among the provinces that suffered the most damage, he added. The weather department has warned that more rain is expected in the coming days in most of Afghanistan’s 34 provinces. Also read | Death toll in Afghanistan earthquake surpasses 2,400 as rescue efforts gain pace Since the Taliban ousted democratically-elected President Ashraf Ghani's government in August 2021 after the US-led Western forces concluded their withdrawal, the flow of foreign aid to the country located at the crossroads of south and central Asia has drastically diminished. Earlier in February, at least 25 people were killed in a landslide after heavy snowfall in eastern Afghanistan in February. About 60 were killed in subsequent precipitation till the beginning of March which conventionally marks the end of winter in the country. × The United Nations last year warned that "Afghanistan is experiencing major swings in extreme weather conditions". The changes in weather patterns in Afghanistan are a function of ongoing climate change events across the world. After being ravaged by decades of war, Afghanistan ranks among the nations least prepared to face climate change. (With inputs from agencies)

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Heavy rains in Argentina caused flash floods and disrupted air traffic the rains caused cancellation of dozens of flights and power outrages and thousands of homes claiming the life of at least one person. Watch to know more!

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<p>Indonesia's Sumatra island faced tragedy as torrential rains triggered flash floods and a landslide, claiming at least 10 lives and leaving 10 individuals missing, according to officials on Saturday (March 9).</p>

<p>Late Friday, a torrent of mud, rocks, and uprooted trees cascaded down a mountain, reaching a river that overflowed and surged through villages in the Pesisir Selatan district of West Sumatra province, as reported by Doni Yusrizal, the head of the local disaster management agency.</p>

<p>Rescuers recovered seven bodies in the severely impacted village of Koto XI Tarusan, along with two others in neighbouring villages, stated National Disaster Management Agency spokesperson Yusrizal. The search continues for the 10 still missing.</p>

<p>Yusrizal mentioned that 46,000 people sought refuge in a temporary government shelter after the flood and landslide buried 14 houses, with an additional 20,000 houses flooded up to the roof.</p>

<p>"Relief efforts for the dead and missing were hampered by power outages, blocked roads covered in thick mud and debris," Yusrizal explained.</p>

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<p>Indonesia frequently experiences landslides and flash floods due to heavy rains, with millions of people residing in mountainous areas or near floodplains.</p>

<p>This incident is not the first occurrence of landslides and flash floods in Indonesia in recent years. In 2023, torrential rain triggered a landslide that claimed at least 11 lives and left numerous others missing on an island in the remote Natuna regency.</p>

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<p>Tonnes of mud fell from surrounding hills onto houses in Serasan village, and rescuers recovered 11 bodies, with fears of the death toll rising, according to National Disaster Mitigation Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari.</p>

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Indonesia's Sumatra island faced tragedy as torrential rains triggered flash floods and a landslide, claiming at least 10 lives and leaving 10 individuals missing, according to officials on Saturday (March 9).

Indonesia's Sumatra island faced tragedy as torrential rains triggered flash floods and a landslide, claiming at least 10 lives and leaving 10 individuals missing, according to officials on Saturday (March 9). Late Friday, a torrent of mud, rocks, and uprooted trees cascaded down a mountain, reaching a river that overflowed and surged through villages in the Pesisir Selatan district of West Sumatra province, as reported by Doni Yusrizal, the head of the local disaster management agency. Rescuers recovered seven bodies in the severely impacted village of Koto XI Tarusan, along with two others in neighbouring villages, stated National Disaster Management Agency spokesperson Yusrizal. The search continues for the 10 still missing. Yusrizal mentioned that 46,000 people sought refuge in a temporary government shelter after the flood and landslide buried 14 houses, with an additional 20,000 houses flooded up to the roof. "Relief efforts for the dead and missing were hampered by power outages, blocked roads covered in thick mud and debris," Yusrizal explained. Also read: Indonesia flash floods kill 44 Indonesia frequently experiences landslides and flash floods due to heavy rains, with millions of people residing in mountainous areas or near floodplains. This incident is not the first occurrence of landslides and flash floods in Indonesia in recent years. In 2023, torrential rain triggered a landslide that claimed at least 11 lives and left numerous others missing on an island in the remote Natuna regency. Also read: 24 killed in flash floods, homes damaged in Indonesia Tonnes of mud fell from surrounding hills onto houses in Serasan village, and rescuers recovered 11 bodies, with fears of the death toll rising, according to National Disaster Mitigation Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari. (With inputs from agencies)

10 dead, 10 missing as flash floods hit Indonesia’s Sumatra Island

In South Africa, severe rains and flash floods have resulted in at least six fatalities and more unaccounted for deaths. Over the past few days, there have been numerous periods of intense rain in the western regions of the nation, causing considerable weather instability.

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Australian authorities have urged thousands of people in north queensland state to move to higher ground owing to flash floods caused due to torrential rain. This comes as tropical cyclone jasper hit the region this week, leaving tens of thousands without power and forcing evacuations.

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People are stuck on the roof of a hospital and an entire town has been evacuated due to flash floods in north Queensland. In what authorities believe to be the worst-ever flood to hit the Australian region, thousands have been evacuated while others are still stranded.

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In India's north-eastern state of Sikkim, hundreds of rescuers continue to dig through slushy debris and fast-flowing, icy water to search for the victims affected by flash floods. According to the latest information, the death toll has jumped to 55 – as 27 bodies have been recovered from Sikkim and the rest from the basin of the Teesta river in West Bengal.

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