Two people have died in flash floods caused by torrential rains in West Virginia this week, as confirmed by the governor's office. Up to 7 inches of rain fell, leading to extensive devastation, submerged vehicles, and rescues in affected areas like Weston.
Torrential rains caused flash floods across West Virginia, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges, and prompting numerous water rescues. Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deployed National Guard members, expressing concern about potential fatalities as search operations continue.
Torrential rains caused widespread flash floods across West Virginia, leading Governor Patrick Morrisey to declare a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deploy National Guard members for rescues and relief efforts. Homes and businesses were inundated, and bridges washed out, with no immediate deaths reported.
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.
China's central and eastern regions are set to experience a new wave of torrential rain from May 23rd to 27th, with extreme intensity expected. The Meteorological Administration warns of potential flooding and geological disasters due to saturated ground from previous heavy rainfall.
China Meteorological Administration forecasts moderate-to-strong El Nino to emerge globally in May 2026 and develop throughout the year. The climate phenomenon, occurring every two to seven years, threatens hydropower-dependent regions with droughts or flooding, potentially forcing power stations to reduce output and increasing reliance on oil and gas.
