On Saturday (May 31), the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) reported that in the last 24 hours, at least five people, including children, have died as the rainfall triggered landslides in the Kamrup area.

India's monsoon wreaks havoc: 5 dead in Assam, red alerts in Kerala and Sikkim

Earthquakes are one of the most terrifying Natural Disasters. Here are the 7 most powerful Earthquakes recorded in history that will leave you shocked.

7 Most Powerful Earthquakes Recorded in History

A devastating landslide hit China's Sichuan province, burying 10 houses and leaving at least 29 people missing. Authorities have launched rescue operations while nearly 200 residents have been relocated for safety. The disaster has prompted large-scale evacuation efforts.

China Landslide: Massive landslide strikes Sichuan, China—homes buried, dozens missing

World | Trending: Described as the most widespread in history, the rampant wildfires in Los Angeles have engulfed neighbourhoods, displacing thousands, destroying property worth millions.

LA wildfires: Biden pledges federal aid as death toll rises to 10; National Guard called in to battle 'nightmare'

A recap of atastrophic events of 2024, including the Afghanistan-Pakistan floods and Typhoon Yagi, emphasising the severe consequences of climate change worldwide.

Year in review: From floods in Afghanistan to Typhoon Yagi, the deadliest natural disasters in 2024

The year 2024 was marked by a surprisingly high number of natural disasters that underscored the growing devastating effect of climate change on planet Earth. From catastrophic flooding to disastrous storms, these are the five biggest disasters of this year.

Pacific leaders at the UN climate summit in Azerbaijan are criticising Australia's push to expand its gas industry in Western Australia, warning it could emit 125 times more greenhouse gases annually than their nations combined.

Pacific leaders accuse Australia of 'climate injustice' at COP29

The Philippines on Tuesday (Nov 12) issued a fresh weather warning as the fifth major storm in merely a month threatened the archipelago, just days after Typhoon Toraji led to the evacuation of thousands.

Philippines readies to face fifth storm in one month; Typhoon Usagi to make landfall soon

The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has declared that 2024 is “virtually certain” to set a record as the hottest year globally, beating 2023's record as the world's warmest since records began.

2024 on track to be hottest year in history, says EU climate monitor ahead of COP29

The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Myanmar has risen to 74. The jump in the death toll comes a day after the junta made a rare request for foreign aid to combat the tragic natural disaster.

Typhoon Yagi death toll rises to 74 in Myanmar; 89 missing as floods and landslides wreak havoc

In the Brazilian capital, a massive wildfire has destroyed about 20 per cent of a forest, cloaking the city in a cloud of grey-white smoke. The blaze, as per officials, was believed to have been started by arsonists.

Brazil: Wildfire burns 20 per cent of forest, arson suspected

In the Amazon rainforest, the month of August saw the number of fires surge to the highest levels since 2010, government data released on Sunday (Sep 1) showed. The increase follows a record drought that has been plaguing the biome.

Fires in Brazil's Amazon rainforest 'blaze' to a 14-year-high amidst severe drought

In an era marked by environmental challenges, the concept of eco-anxiety has emerged as an overwhelming toll on our hearts and minds. Eco-Anxiety: The silent struggle As people around the world grapple with environmental issues causing climate crisis, ranging from pollution, deforestation, forest fires and heat waves, there has emerged a profound sense of worry and helplessness.

Pollution, climate crisis, and more: 'Eco-anxiety' driving up 'impending sense of doom'

The death toll from landslides in Ethiopia earlier this week has risen to 257 and is expected to almost double, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) said on Thursday.

Death toll from Ethiopia landslides could reach 500, UN agency says

In a new study, researchers from the Pompeii Archaeological Park and the Istituto Nazionale di Geofisicae Vulcanologia (INGV) found that the eruption of Vesuvius became more deadly because of another natural disaster and not an earthquake.

Not earthquake, but another natural disaster made volcanic eruption more deadly in Pompeii: study

Beryl on Monday (Jul 8) brought to Texas howling winds and torrential rains that killed at least three people and left 2.7 million houses without power. Along with this, the tropical storm caused extensive flooding on highways, delayed more than 1,300 flights and caused the closure of schools and major oil ports.

Hurricane Beryl batters Texas: Three dead, 1,300 flights cancelled, 2.7 million homes without power

In preparation for the battering, it will receive at the hands of Hurricane Beryl, Texas on Sunday (Jul 7) closed operations and vessel traffic in its largest ports.

Texas closes operations at major ports, braces for destruction as Beryl readies to make landfall

After battering Jamaica's southern coast with devastating winds and sea surges, the deadly Hurricane Beryl is powering towards Mexico late on Wednesday (Jul 3). Killing at least seven people, the Category 4 has left in its wake a path of destruction across the Caribbean.

Mexico braces for destruction as 'deadly' hurricane Beryl heads towards it with 130 mph winds

The search for a young man who was swept away by a flash flood in Italy continued on Monday (Jun 3), a day after the bodies of his two female friends were found.

‘Heartbreaking’: Three friends seen hugging before being swept away by floodwaters

A terrifying video of a violent tornado ravaging Texas, United States has surfaced on social media. Recorded by two women stuck in the tornado, the video shows the mighty whirlwind crossing the road while they were driving near Valley View.

Watch: Horrifying video of violent Texas tornado shows ordeal of two women trapped in car

At least four people have been killed and more than 300 others buried after a massive landslide levelled a remote village in northern Papua New Guinea, reported Reuters citing the local media, on Saturday (May 25).

Papua New Guinea landslide: At least 4 killed, over 300 buried as rescue teams rush to save trapped villagers

Recent years have seen major oil companies making big climate pledges. However, a new report from Oil Change International suggests these are nothing but empty promises.

‘Reality Check’: Damning report finds big oil firms’ climate plans could increase global warming by 2.4°C

Florida no longer considers Climate Change a priority. Defying "Radical green zealots," Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday (May 15) signed a new legislation that will see Climate Change disappear from state statutes.

'Climate change isn't real': Ron DeSantis erases mentions of climate change from Florida law

Climate Change can threaten our homes but as per a new research, extreme weather can also harm our brain health, making disorders like anxiety and depression worse.

Study finds correlation between climate change and neurological issues

natural-disaster

Natural Disaster, News on Natural Disaster, stories on Natural Disaster, articles on Natural Disaster, Natural Disaster stories at Wion, Natural Disaster news, Natural Disaster latest news