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• International · 2026-09-28

  Floods and landslides kill more than 100 people across northern India and Nepal

  Heavy rainfall over three days triggered severe flooding and landslides across northern India and Nepal, killing at least 81 people in Uttar Pradesh and 21 in Nepal. Schools were closed, over 1,000 houses were damaged, and rescue teams evacuated residents from affected areas as weather conditions were expected to gradually improve. This disaster adds to Nepal's difficulties as the country continues to recover from a catastrophic glacial flood in August that claimed more than 1,400 lives.

• International · 2026-10-04

  Monsoon flooding and Himalayan avalanche kill over 100 across South and Southeast Asia

  Heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding and landslides across India and Nepal, killing at least 102 people, while a separate avalanche on Nepal's Himlung Himal buried the mountain base camp, killing four climbers and leaving twelve missing. Thailand and Myanmar also experienced destructive floods that affected more than 1.7 million people and killed at least sixteen, continuing a devastating pattern of extreme weather in the region.

• International · 2026-08-30

  Over 2,000 people missing as glacial lake outburst triggers catastrophic floods along Nepal-China border

  Rescue operations intensified following devastating flash floods triggered by a glacial lake outburst along the Nepal-China border, with more than 2,000 people reported missing. Nepalese and Chinese authorities continued recovery efforts despite warnings from officials that further flooding remained possible as river levels rose. International humanitarian agencies deployed emergency assistance to affected regions in both Nepal and the Tibet Autonomous Region.

• International · 2026-08-30

  Thousands missing after devastating floods on Nepal-China border

  Flash floods triggered by a glacial lake outburst devastated the Nepal-China border region, killing hundreds and leaving over 2,000 people missing. Rescue teams continued operations on Sunday while authorities warned of additional flooding risks. UN agencies and international partners have deployed emergency assistance to affected areas.

• International · 2026-09-29

  Over 100 killed in floods and landslides across northern India and Nepal

  Severe torrential rain over three days triggered widespread flooding and landslides in northern India and Nepal, killing at least 81 people in India's Uttar Pradesh state and 21 in Nepal. Tens of thousands of residents were evacuated from both countries as authorities responded to the disaster. Nepal continues to recover from catastrophic August floods that claimed more than 1,400 lives.

• International · 2026-09-11

  Nepal requests $20 million in climate compensation following glacier collapse and floods

  Nepal's government has requested $20 million in international climate compensation after a glacier collapse in the Himalayas triggered deadly flash floods that destroyed infrastructure across affected valleys. Nepalese leaders argue that their country, which contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, is bearing disproportionate costs from climate change driven by industrialised nations. The damage assessment is ongoing, though the floods illustrate the growing threat that glacial retreat poses to downstream communities.

• International · 2026-09-26

  Bangkok Declares Flood Disaster Following Heavy Rainfall

  Bangkok's governor declared a citywide flood disaster after nearly 300 millimetres of rain fell in less than 48 hours, overwhelming canals and submerging streets. The flooding has killed at least two people and affected more than 84,000 people nationwide, prompting the prime minister to return from London early. Despite the scale of disruption, authorities said the situation was stabilising.

• International · 2026-10-12

  Flash flood destroys homes and bridges in Nepal's Gorkha district, ten missing

  A major flash flood struck the Budhi Gandaki river basin in Gorkha District, Gandaki Province, on 12 October, leaving at least ten people missing. The flood destroyed nearly 35 houses in multiple settlements and swept away six bridges, including three motorable bridges and a Bailey bridge. Prime Minister Balen Shah deployed army units and helicopters to conduct search-and-rescue operations as the river's water level continued to fluctuate.

• International · 2026-09-27

  Bangkok declares flood disaster as intense rainfall inundates city and kills two

  Bangkok's governor declared a citywide flood disaster after nearly 300 millimetres of rain fell within 48 hours, causing canals to overflow and streets to flood. The disaster has killed at least two people and affected more than 84,000 people across Thailand. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul returned early from London to oversee the emergency response.

• International · 2026-09-29

  Flooding kills eight in each of Thailand and Myanmar as 1.7 million affected

  Heavy rains have caused at least eight deaths in both Thailand and Myanmar since mid-September, with Bangkok experiencing a fourth consecutive day of flooding. More than 1.7 million people across 27 Thai provinces have been affected, while 20 to 30 people remain missing in Myanmar's Tanintharyi Region. The flooding is part of a wider pattern of extreme rainfall affecting South and Southeast Asia.

• International · 2026-10-23

  Storm Adam kills at least four in southern France floods

  Storm Adam brought severe flooding to southern France on Tuesday, resulting in at least four deaths in the Bouches-du-Rhône region and Corsica, with one additional injury reported. Authorities have issued warnings as a second storm, Austen, approaches from the Atlantic Ocean towards the country's northwest.

• International · 2026-09-28

  Monsoon flooding kills at least 16 across Thailand and Myanmar, over a million affected

  Monsoon rains have killed at least eight people in Thailand and eight more in Myanmar since mid-September, with between 20 and 30 additional people reported missing in Myanmar's Tanintharyi region. In Thailand, more than 1.7 million people across 27 provinces have been affected, while Bangkok experienced its fourth consecutive day of flooding on Monday.

• International · 2026-09-13

  Nepal observes Gen Z protest anniversary amid flood recovery and climate compensation demands

  Nepal commemorated the first anniversary of Gen Z protests that forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli from office, though families of those who died criticised the incumbent prime minister's absence from ceremonies. As the nation dealt with the aftermath of catastrophic floods triggered by a glacial lake outburst in Rasuwa district that killed over 1,100 people, parliament urged the government to accelerate relief efforts and secure international climate compensation for climate-related losses.

• International · 2026-10-11

  Flash flood destroys bridges and houses in Gorkha district, Nepal

  A flash flood struck Nepal's Gorkha district on 11 October along the Budhi Gandaki River, leaving ten people missing and causing extensive damage. Six bridges were destroyed, including three motorable bridges and several footbridges connecting local settlements. Nearly 35 houses were swept away in Painyu and Bagar, with further damage reported in surrounding villages.

• International · 2026-09-09

  Nepal's parliament demands faster flood response as death toll exceeds 1,100

  Catastrophic glacial flooding in Nepal's Rasuwa district on 26 August killed over 1,100 people and displaced thousands. On 9 September, parliament members urged the government to accelerate search-and-rescue operations and provide financial support to victims. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle simultaneously met with over twenty donor agencies to coordinate reconstruction efforts.

• International · 2026-10-10

  Hurricane Isaias makes US landfall, kills four and cuts power to 365,000

  Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday night as a Category 2 storm with winds of 105 mph before weakening as it moved inland. The storm killed at least four people in Florida and Alabama and left approximately 365,000 without power. Officials warned of ongoing flood and tornado risks as the system moved through the region.

• International · 2026-09-28

  Avalanche at Himalayan base camp kills four, dozen missing

  An avalanche struck the base camp of Himlung Himal in Nepal's Manang district on Sunday, burying tents under deep snow near the Tibetan border. By Monday, rescuers had recovered four bodies while approximately twelve kitchen staff remained missing, with poor weather conditions significantly hampering search operations. The incident is the latest in a series of extreme weather disasters that have devastated Nepal in recent weeks.

• International · 2026-09-29

  Hurricane Polo strikes Mexico as first Pacific hurricane of 2026 season

  Hurricane Polo made landfall in Mexico's Baja California Sur as a Category 3 hurricane, becoming the first Pacific hurricane of the 2026 season to reach land. The storm knocked out power, damaged coastal defences, and forced around 6,000 residents to evacuate from the fishing town of Puerto San Carlos. Unusually warm ocean waters linked to El Nino had intensified the hurricane's strength.

• International · 2026-10-11

  Hurricane Isaias kills four across US South as Hurricane Simon strengthens toward Mexico

  Hurricane Isaias made landfall in Florida as a Category 2 storm, killing at least four people and cutting power to approximately 365,000 residents in Florida and Alabama before weakening over land. Meanwhile, Hurricane Simon rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm threatening Mexico's Pacific coast with catastrophic winds and dangerous storm surge. The two storms underscored an unusually active hurricane season for North America in 2026.

• International · 2026-10-09

  Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes Panama, prompting tsunami warning

  A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake has struck Herrera Province in Panama, one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the region in recent years, and authorities have issued a tsunami warning for the country. President José Raúl Mulino urged residents to remain calm and not allow the disaster to create panic, stating that government agencies would investigate the earthquake's effects. Information about casualties, structural damage and the scale of tsunami impact was still being assessed as authorities evaluated the situation across the affected province and coastline.

• International · 2026-09-29

  Avalanche at Himlung Himal kills four, leaves twelve missing

  An avalanche struck the base camp of Himlung Himal, a 7,126-metre peak in Nepal's Manang district, on Sunday morning, killing four climbers and leaving twelve people missing. Heavy snowfall before and after the disaster has prevented rescue helicopters and ground teams from reaching the site. The Nepal National Mountain Guide Association conducted extensive search efforts but recovered only bodies.

• International · 2026-09-30

  Tokyo Experiences Longest Rain Streak on Record Since 1886

  Tokyo has recorded 34 consecutive days of rainfall through 30 September, marking the longest such streak since Japan began tracking weather data in 1886. The Japan Meteorological Agency attributed the unusual pattern partly to the El Niño phenomenon, while noting that climate change is affecting Japan's precipitation patterns over the long term. Central Tokyo received 629 millimetres of rain in September alone, nearly three times the normal monthly average.

• International · 2026-08-30

  Nearly 20,000 people displaced by intensifying fighting in Sudan's Blue Nile state

  A local relief organisation reported that almost 20,000 people have fled their homes in Sudan's Blue Nile state due to deteriorating security and escalating clashes. This displacement adds to a pattern of mass movement documented by United Nations agencies across Sudan during August as the civil war continues. The humanitarian crisis in the country remains severely underfunded, with the UN appeal receiving only around 41 percent of required resources as of earlier this month.

• International · 2026-08-30

  Nearly 20,000 displaced as fighting worsens in Sudan's Blue Nile state

  The Geissan Emergency Room, a local relief organisation, reported that nearly 20,000 people have fled their homes in Blue Nile state due to deteriorating security and intensifying armed clashes. This displacement is part of a larger crisis affecting Sudan, where around 200,000 people were displaced nationwide in August alone.