Experts in Austria have raised alarms about the growing impact of climate change on storms and floods, linking recent heavy rainfall to global warming and urging for stronger adaptation measures.
Heavy rain and strong winds have claimed six lives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including five family members, as severe weather conditions continue to impact the region.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall for Himachal Pradesh over the next three days. An orange alert has been specifically issued for August 7 and 8, signalling the potential for severe weather conditions in the region.
The Indian Coast Guard on Friday successfully rescued 14 crew members after severe weather conditions caused a maritime vessel, a JSW vessel with 14 crew on board, to run aground off Raigad's Kolaba Fort yesterday.
In response to the severe weather conditions and subsequent landslides in the Uttar Kannada district, the Indian Army has deployed its forces to assist in rescue operations.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an advisory to fishermen to prohibit fishing activities along the southern Kerala coast and Lakshadweep region following predictions of strong winds and severe weather conditions.
Deadly tornadoes in the central United States claimed 18 lives, including four children, while millions more face continued severe weather threats, reported CNN.
Tripura issued an advisory for cyclone 'Remal' based on reports of IMD of severe weather forecast, heavy to very heavy rainfall with winds and cyclonic storm by May 25 that will further intensify into severe cyclonic storm by May 26 accompanied with heavy rainfall till May 28.
The UAE Cabinet has approved an AED2 billion package to address the damage suffered by the citizens' homes during the recent severe weather conditions.
Highlighting Dubai's robust crisis response mechanisms, he said that Dubai's readiness is further strengthened by the strong support of the government and the community.
According to a study published in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, river water quality tends to decline after severe weather events. Ecosystem health and human access to clean water may be put at risk when these occurrences become more frequent and severe as a result of climate change