Rescuers rushed to evacuate people stranded by devastating floods across the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul on Tuesday, with 90 reported dead and desperate survivors seeking food and basic supplies.

Brazil floods death toll rises to 90, dozens still stranded

A submerged plane and runways under water in southern Brazil on Tuesday (May 7) after heavy rain lashed the city of Porto Alegre.

Brazil floods: Runways flooded, at least 90 killed as floods batter Brazil

In continuation of a damning 11-month trend, last month (April) was once again the hottest April on record. Every month for the past 11 months, the world has set a new temperature record.

Have we 'already lost climate battle'?: April continues damning 11-month trend, emerges as hottest since 1940

Planes are submerged and runways are underwater in Brazil. Floods have destroyed roads and bridges in several cities triggering landslides and leaving a path of destruction.

Brazil flood leaves 150,000 homeless, engulfs cities across South Brazil

The death toll in East Africa has risen significantly due to torrential rains brought about by cyclone Hidaya which made landfall in the coast of Kenya and Tanzania. The region has never faced a cyclone before, so how did the governments in these nations deal with the emergency?

East Africa floods to continue in May

The UAE recently experienced heavy rainfall, -which has increased the risk of mosquitoes breeding in stagnant water and damp areas. The UAE will intensify efforts to eradicate mosquito hotspots and minimise its infestation in various locations across the country.

Dubai Rains: Authorities step up drive to control spread of mosquitoes post heavy rains

Local authorities and volunteers rescued residents stranded in the flooded town of Canoas, southern Brazil. The devastating floods killed at least 78.

Brazil Floods: At least 78 killed, more than 115,000 displaced

The death caused by flooding and other consequences of the heavy rain battering Kenya has risen to 288. The torrential rains that have caused widespread flooding and landslides across Kenya. Watch in for more details!

Kenya Floods: Death toll from floods rise to 288, deluge destroys homes, roads & bridges

Pakistan saw its "wettest April since 1961" with rainfall measuring 59.3 millimetres, more than double the usual average of 22.5 millimetres for the month, according to the country's meteorological department. The report also noted at least 144 fatalities from thunderstorms and house collapses caused by the heavy rain, marking it as the "wettest April since 1961."

Pakistan experiences ‘wettest April’ in over 60 years

Brazil floods: Death toll from rains in southern Brazil climbs to 57. The state government declared a state of public calamity to handle the dramatic situation. The storms, which have caused the greatest devastation in the state in recent years also left people missing and displaced in 154 cities, according to Rio Grande do Sul's civil defense.

Brazil floods: Heavy rains lash Southern state of Rio Grande Do Su

Pakistan records 'wettest April' since 1961

Brazil floods: Death toll from rains in southern Brazil climbs to 56. The state government declared a state of public calamity to handle the dramatic situation. The storms, which have caused the greatest devastation in the state in recent years also left people missing and displaced in 154 cities, according to Rio Grande do Sul's civil defense.

Brazil floods: Heavy rains lash Southern state of Rio Grande Do Sul

Heavy rains and thunderstorms lashed the UAE on Thursday (May 2), leading to the cancellation of several international flights, two weeks after Dubai was hit by unprecedented storms that paralysed the emirate for days. Watch in for more details!

Flights to Dubai disrupted as heavy rains return to UAE

In parts of Indonesia, heavy rainfall is triggering floods and landslides. Like most parts of South Asia and East Asia Indonesia which is an equatorial nation is seeing above-normal summer temperatures but the southern parts of Indonesia are grappling with floods and landslides.

Indonesia floods: Heavy rains pound Indonesia, roads, bridges, homes damaged

Watch the top headlines of the hour: - Kenya floods death toll crosses 200 - Cameron promises $3 bn aid to Kyiv - UK: Tories suffer worst loss in 40 years - China launches Chang'e 6 lunar probe - Iran releases crew of ship MSC Aries

Kenya floods death toll crosses 200 | Cameron promises $3 billion aid to Kyiv

Weeks after Dubai came to a standstill due to heavy downpour, United Arab Emirates witnessed rains across various areas in the country the scale and intensity of rainfall was lower this time... However, unstable weather conditions are set to continue till Friday according to the National Centre of Meteorology....

Heavy rains return to United Arab Emirates

The death toll from the devastating floods that have hit Brazil's southernmost state of Rio Grande Do Sul has climbed to 29. Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva flew to the affected areas to take stock of the infrastructure damage.

Heavy rains kill at least 29 in Brazil, many displaced in Southern Brazil

Weeks after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed a record-breaking storm, the oil-rich country once again witnessed heavy rains and flooded roads, on Thursday (May 2).

Dubai: Over a dozen flights cancelled; schools, offices closed amid heavy rains and floods

Weeks after a record-breaking storm, the United Arab Emirates experienced rainfall on Thursday (May 2) across various areas, with officials implementing distance learning for schools and universities, while advising businesses to switch to remote work.

Dubai floods: UAE braces for more rain weeks after record-breaking storm

Saudi Arabian authorities shut schools in several regions, as flash floods inundate roads. This is the latest instance of heavy rains disrupting life in the desert state.

Saudi Arabia Floods: heavy rains force schools closure in Riyadh, Medina

Floods and landslides across Kenya have killed 181 people since March. Hundreds of thousands have been forced to leave their homes, and dozens more were killed in neighbouring Tanzania and Burundi. Torrential rain and floods have destroyed homes, roads, bridges, and other infrastructure across the region.

Kenya: Torrential rain and floods destroy homes, roads & bridges

Torrential rain shuts schools in Saudi

Kenya is witnessing deadly floods. Devastating rainfall lashed Kenya since March. It is one of the most catastrophic in recent years. At least 169 people died with several still missing. Watch this video for all details.

Kenya floods: Why is Kenya witnessing deadly floods?

Scores reported missing as Kenya ravaged by mass flooding. So far, 71 people were killed when a dam burst in Kenya's rift valley region. East Africa has been hit by the worst effects of the El Nino phenomenon which has affected Kenya, Tanzania and Burundi with over 250 deaths reported in a week in all the three nations, and approximately 300,000 people displaced.

Kenya Floods: Dam burst kills over 70 in Kenya's rift valley

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