The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns that a rapidly intensifying El Nino will drive extreme weather globally, increasing risks of heatwaves, drought, and flooding. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged nations to accelerate climate action and halt new fossil fuel projects.
Farmers in the UK and France are grappling with record heatwaves and droughts, leading to crop failures, water shortages, and economic struggles. Many are finding it difficult to adapt to the rapid pace of climate change, with some exploring water storage solutions amidst warnings of reservoir depletion.
India faces multiple challenges: Delhi Police cracks down on anti-Modi social media posts, Assam floods claim 75 lives, India condemns vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz at the UNSC, and Parliament passes a stricter anti-paper leak bill.
Assam floods claim 3 more lives, raising total deaths to 78; over 3 lakh people affected across 7 districts. Heavy rainfall predicted for next 3 days, potentially impacting border districts with Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirms third fatality from catastrophic floods, with over 500 rescues, widespread damage, and areas inaccessible due to high waters.
Scientists warn that the current El Nino event, though a "prelude," already exhibits extreme destructive power, potentially rivalling the 1997-98 super El Nino. The National Marine Environmental Forecasting Centre's chief forecaster, Jiang Hua, highlights unusually warm water anomalies in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, signaling a perilous future.
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 rain caused widespread flash flooding across West Virginia, leaving two people missing in Upshur County and prompting Governor Patrick Morrisey to declare a statewide emergency. Rescue teams are working to reach stranded residents, with homes and businesses inundated and roads damaged.
Heavy rainfall and flash flooding have killed at least 82 people across India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, affecting over 650,000 in India's Assam state. Infrastructure damage and high river flows have been reported, with military and UN aid efforts underway.
West Virginia deployed about 500 National Guard members after torrential rain caused flash floods, prompting Governor Patrick Morrisey to declare a state of emergency. Emergency crews are conducting search and rescue operations, with concerns about potential fatalities and widespread power outages.
South Korea's military warns the public about North Korean landmines potentially washed into southern inter-Korean rivers due to heavy downpours in the North, urging caution and reporting of any suspicious objects near waterways connected to the Han River estuary.
A doctor in Shenyang, China, gained significant social media attention after a video showed him pushing his bicycle through deep floodwaters to perform two scheduled surgeries during the heaviest rainfall since 1951, highlighting his dedication.
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.
Assam faces catastrophic floods with 31 deaths and over 100 missing in 24 hours, affecting 8 lakh people across 16 districts. A cloudburst in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh caused rivers to overflow, leading to unprecedented inundation, particularly in Sivasagar, Jorhat, and Charaideo districts.
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.
Assam's CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reported 35 flood deaths and over 100 missing, fearing the toll will rise due to widespread devastation. Thousands are stranded as rescue teams struggle to reach inaccessible areas. Floods, triggered by a Nagaland cloudburst, affected multiple districts, prompting opposition questions on government preparedness.
Mayors from flood and cyclone-affected parts of Queensland protested in Melbourne against planned federal disaster funding changes, which would cap federal contributions at 50% instead of the usual 65%. They seek clarity on who will cover the resulting funding gap, fearing significant impacts on community recovery efforts.
Scientists warn that up to 13 million people in the UK face a long-term risk of coastal flooding due to the climate crisis, with a "worst-case scenario" suggesting the need for large-scale population movement away from a dramatically reshaped coast.
Flash floods in eastern Afghanistan's Nuristan province killed at least 20 people, injured 80, and left over 100 missing. Authorities confirmed a rescue mission is underway, with severe damage to homes and farmland, and more extreme weather is predicted.
At least 20 people have been killed and over 80 injured by monsoon-driven flash floods in Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province, particularly in its main city Parun. Search-and-rescue operations are underway, with houses and shops destroyed in the affected areas.
Torrential rain caused flash floods and landslides in Jammu division, J&K, killing 28 people, with Poonch accounting for 23 deaths. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the Chief Minister announced ex gratia for victims' families amidst continued heavy rain warnings.
After deadly floods in 2025, Texas implemented improved warning systems and safety rules. A new round of catastrophic flash floods this week, affecting some of the same areas, saw residents receive alerts and sirens, leading to saved lives, though challenges in vast rural areas persist.
China's plan to expand its artificial rainfall capabilities across 5.5 million sq km, a project first raised in 2016, has triggered national security concerns in India, particularly after devastating floods in Assam, fearing weather control could become a geopolitical weapon.
Torrential rain triggered flash floods and landslides in Rajouri and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir, killing at least 12 people and leaving seven missing. Rescue operations are underway, and authorities have warned of continued heavy rains, suspending religious yatras.
