Germany experienced severe weather overnight, with heavy storms causing flooding in Rheinland-Palatinate and multiple injuries from lightning strikes and a train derailment. Thousands were evacuated from festivals.
Ukraine launched its largest air raid on Moscow, hitting an oil refinery and causing disruptions at major airports. President Zelenskyy stated the attack was a response to Russia's strikes on a Kyiv monastery. Russia claimed to have intercepted most drones, but damage was reported in several locations.
A wildfire, fueled by high winds, has destroyed at least 15 homes in an eastern Washington neighborhood, forcing the evacuation of approximately 1,500 people. Officials are investigating the potential discovery of human remains in a destroyed home.
Southern China is experiencing widespread chaos due to torrential downpours, leading to significant flight delays at major airports like Shenzhen and Guangzhou, and forcing thousands to evacuate homes in Guangxi and Guangdong provinces. Emergency response levels have been raised as forecasters predict the rain belt will persist.
Airline industry experts warn that passengers prioritizing luggage retrieval and emergency filming over swift evacuation significantly increase risk, prompting a safety campaign and potential fines.
A Ukrainian maritime drone exploded in Romania's Port of Constanta, with three more detonating offshore, prompting evacuations and an emergency response. Ukraine claimed loss of control, while Romania's President blamed Russia, who denied involvement.
A large wildfire in Murcia, Spain, forced the evacuation of around 100 residents and required hundreds of emergency personnel, including military units, to control. The blaze burned through 177 hectares, with one person treated for injuries. The fire was stabilized by Thursday, and evacuees were allowed to return.
Typhoon No. 6 made landfall in Wakayama Prefecture and moved south of the Japanese archipelago, causing heavy rain in Tokyo. Level 4 warnings for sediment disasters and heavy rain were issued in Ota, Shinagawa, Toshima, Suginami, Chofu, and Hachijo, leading to evacuation orders for approximately 243,000 households in Shinagawa and other areas. Many schools were closed or moved to online classes.
Around 3,000 residents in Hohen Neuendorf and Oranienburg must evacuate their homes due to the defusal of two World War II bombs. Road and rail traffic will be restricted, with replacement bus services operating.
Around 3,000 residents in Hohen Neuendorf and Oranienburg, Germany, were evacuated this morning due to the planned detonation of two World War II bombs. Simultaneously, residents in Frankfurt (Oder) were evacuated for the controlled explosion of an anti-tank mine.
Typhoon No. 6 brought heavy rain and strong winds to southern Kyushu, Japan. Evacuation orders were issued for over 580,000 people in Miyazaki Prefecture, with rivers reaching dangerous levels and transportation services significantly disrupted.
A gas leak in Großbeeren, south of Berlin, has prompted evacuations due to explosion risk. Construction work reportedly damaged a gas line on Teltower Straße, leading to a wide police cordon and recommendations for residents to close windows and doors.
Cunnamulla State School in southwest Queensland is closed due to a mercury exposure incident. Several homes were evacuated and children taken to hospital as a precaution after students brought liquid mercury to school. Authorities are investigating contamination levels.
A catastrophic explosion threat at a damaged chemical tank in Garden Grove, California, has been averted after an overnight inspection confirmed a crack relieved pressure and cooled the volatile chemical, methyl methacrylate. Evacuation orders for 50,000 residents remain in place.
Officials averted the threat of a 26,500-liter methyl methacrylate tank explosion in California. Evacuations for 50,000 residents remain in place as authorities monitor air quality and potential health impacts.
A damaged chemical tank in Garden Grove, California, is at risk of explosion, leading to the evacuation of 50,000 residents. Despite a crack in the tank, interior temperatures are rising, prompting emergency measures and a state of emergency declaration.
Around 50,000 Garden Grove, California residents remain evacuated as authorities manage a chemical leak risk at GKN Aerospace. A cracked tank holding 7,000 gallons of toxic methyl methacrylate is being cooled, with a leak seen as a better alternative to an explosion.
Evacuations are underway near a chemical plant in Garden Grove, California, following reports of rising temperatures in a storage tank. Officials are investigating the cause of a leak and preparing for potential scenarios including a tank rupture or explosion.
Thousands evacuated in California due to a chemical tank leak threatening toxic fumes and explosion. UN nuclear treaty review ends without agreement amid US-Iran dispute. US Secretary of State visits India for talks with PM Modi and Quad meeting.
Heavy rainfall in southern and central China has caused flash floods and landslides, killing 12 people and forcing hundreds to evacuate. Meanwhile, northern India is experiencing severe heatwaves with temperatures exceeding 45C, leading to warnings and farmers working at night.
Over 17,000 people are under evacuation orders in Southern California due to the wind-driven Sandy Fire near Simi Valley. The blaze has consumed over two square miles, destroyed at least one home, and is 5% contained. The cause is under investigation, with a resident reporting accidentally hitting a rock with a tractor.
A wildfire, dubbed the Sandy Fire, ignited Monday morning in Simi Valley, California, prompting evacuations for over 10,000 homes. Firefighters are battling the blaze, which has spread across 1,364 acres with no containment yet reported. High winds initially fueled the fire, and a separate fire on Santa Rosa Island is also ongoing.
A wind-driven wildfire, the Sandy Fire, prompted evacuations in Simi Valley, Southern California on Monday. It consumed over 200 hectares, damaged at least one home, and threatened suburban residences.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake hit Guangxi, China, killing 2, injuring 4, and leaving 1 missing. Over 7,000 residents were evacuated after buildings were damaged, disrupting power and transport services.
