Floods wreak havoc across southern India's biggest cities. Why is it raining so heavily again and again and why are the civic authorities not prepared to tackle the crisis.

South India Floods: Bengaluru and Chennai Hit Again

Six French departments are on red alert for flooding amid incessant rain. The French weather agency has said the rainfall received has been as much as 630 mm in 48 hours in one area. The water has submerged cars and roads in several towns across Southern France.

Unprecedented Floods Leave Submerged Cars & Roads Across French Towns

Several people have been rescued in Oman as heavy rains swept across the country, causing flooding and disruption. Emergency services have been working tirelessly to assist those affected, as the severe weather continues to impact daily life and infrastructure.

Oman: Several People Rescued As Heavy Rains Lash The Country

Heavy rains lashed parts of Oman, flooding roads and causing disruption to daily life. Oman's meteorology has warned citizens on social media, saying further rains were expected in coming days.

Heavy Rains Hit Oman, Causes Flash Floods

Considering the extremely heavy rainfall predicted over Chennai and its three adjoining districts on Wednesday (Oct 16), the Tamil Nadu Government has requested that 13 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams be on standby for deployment. Accordingly, the NDRF has readied 13 teams, with 30 personnel each, for immediate deployment. Watch in for more details!

India: Tamil Nadu On High Alert For Heavy Rains In Next Four Days

Sri Lanka has been hit by severe flooding after excessive rains, resulting in the deaths of three people. The heavy rainfall has triggered widespread flooding, disrupting daily life and causing significant damage in affected areas. Authorities have responded by shutting down schools as a safety measure, while rescue and relief efforts are ongoing. Residents in vulnerable regions have been advised to remain cautious as officials work to mitigate the impact of the floods

Sri Lanka Floods: Three Killed After Excessive Rains, Schools Shut

Water levels in Chad's rivers continue to rise, raising the threat of further turmoil in a country that has been battling devastating nationwide floods for weeks. Over 1.9 million people have been affected across much of the country and over 570 people have been killed since July.

Chad Battles Devastating Nationwide Floods

Rare rainfall has hit some of the most arid places on Earth. Southeastern Morocco Sahara Desert known for its frequent drought is experiencing floods. Watch in for more details!

Water Gushes Through Sand Of Sahara

Devastating floods continue to ravage northern Bangladesh. At least five people have died and more than 100,000 remain stranded, triggered by heavy rains and upstream torrents, the floods have surged water levels of major rivers.

Bangladesh Floods: Villages Cut Off, Residents Await Rescue

Bangladesh Floods:  Over 100,000 Stranded Due to Severe Flooding

The flash floods are sweeping over a sanctuary in Northern Thailand and this has complicated the rescue efforts endangering dozens of animals. A video released by The Elephant Nature Park Thailand shows four elephants waiting through the flood waters as the staff labor to bring the animals to Higher Ground. Watch in for more details!

Thailand's National Animal Caught In Nature's Fury

Bosnia's government has declared a state of emergency after at least 16 people were killed in flooding and landslides caused by a severe rainstorm.

Bosnia: Heavy Rainfall and Landslides Kill 16 People

On Inside South Asia: - A new strategic alliance in Asia - comprising Russia, China, Iran and Pakistan. Is it a counter to the Indo-Pacific Quad? - Sweeping economic reforms in Pakistan. But no end to leaks for the privileged. - Relentless monsoon rains wreak havoc in Nepal and India. Floods and landslides kill more than 200 people - Kolkata in India bids a final farewell to its iconic tram.

A New 'Quad' in Asia? | Kolkata Trams: End of an Era

Nepal and India's eastern states Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have been battered by heavy floods. Kosi and Gandak river in Bihar breached their embankments. Monsoon rains from June to mid-September bring widespread death and destruction across South Asia. The latest spell in Nepal came towards the end of its monsoon season.

Deadly Floods in Nepal and India's Bihar, Uttar Pradesh

Malawi's government initiated a large-scale food distribution effort on Wednesday to aid more than five million people suffering from severe hunger due to a drought intensified by climate change and the El Niño weather phenomenon. This drought, the worst in southern Africa in a century, has devastated the region, leaving landscapes desolate and millions facing critical food shortages.

Malawi Provides Urgent Food Relief To Millions Affected By Severe Drought

Heavy to very heavy rainfall that continued for 48 hours last week triggered floods and landslides, causing an estimated Rs17 billion in losses to Nepal's economy, according to the government's preliminary report unveiled on Tuesday. Watch to Know more.

Nepal's Economic Crisis: Floods & Landslides Cause Widespread Destruction Across Nepal

Search and rescue teams in Nepal's capital are picking through wrecked homes, After waters have receded from monsoon floods that killed at least 238 people. Entire neighbourhoods in Kathmandu were inundated after the heaviest rains in more than two decades, With the capital temporarily cut off from the rest of Nepal after landslides blocked highways. Watch in for more details!

Nepal Floods: Doctors Warn Of Waterborne, Vector-Borne, Airborne Diseases

Bihar witnesses record-breaking floods causing widespread devastation across the state. A power which supplies electricity to 43,000 villagers in Muzaffarpur district was also submerged. This has left many residents without power during the crisis. Villagers have lost their possessions to the floods with homes inundated, livestock affected. Watch in for more details!

Bihar Floods: Residents Wade Through Chest-High Floodwaters In Indian State

Search and rescue teams in Nepal's capital are picking through wrecked homes, After waters have receded from monsoon floods that killed at least 238 people. Entire neighbourhoods in Kathmandu were inundated after the heaviest rains in more than two decades, With the capital temporarily cut off from the rest of Nepal after landslides blocked highways.

Nepal Floods: At Least 238 Killed, 28 Missing

Nepal Floods: India Issues Helpline Numbers For Citizens Stranded In Nepal

Super Typhoon Krathon was barreling toward Taiwan’s populous southwest on Tuesday with powerful winds and heavy rain, forcing the authorities to ground some domestic flights and close schools and offices. Krathon was forecast to make landfall on Wednesday, according to Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration.

Super Typhoon Krathon Heads Towards Taiwan After Lashing Philippine Islands

President Joe Biden announced Monday that he plans to visit North Carolina on Wednesday to assess the damage from Hurricane Helene, describing it as “the worst ever.” He will receive a briefing from the Emergency Operations Center in Raleigh before taking an aerial tour of Asheville.

Hurricane Helene 2024: President Joe Biden To Visit North Carolina

At least 188 people have died in severe floods and landslides caused by continuous rain in Nepal. The ongoing downpour across Nepal has led to this disaster, claiming many lives. In addition, many people remain missing. The rescue efforts are ongoing nationwide.

Nepal Floods: Over 3,000 Rescue Personnel Deployed

Nepal Floods: At Least 188 Killed, 41 Missing

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