South Africa – More Floods Leave 2 Dead, 5 Missing
More flooding has affected parts of South Africa in recent days. At least 2 people have died and 5 are still missing. Authorities warn that dam levels are extremely high…
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Brazil – 680mm of Rain in 24 Hours Triggers Floods and Landslides in São Paulo, Dozens Killed
The governor of São Paulo state in Brazil has declared a state of emergency after torrential rain triggered flooding and landslides in areas of the north coast of the state.…
New Zealand – Police Say Over 6,000 People Still Uncontactable After Cyclone Gabrielle Floods
Police in New Zealand report that over 6,000 people are still reported as uncontactable following the devastation left by floods, strong winds and high waves brought by Cyclone Gabrielle. New…
Bolivia – Thousands Affected by Floods and Severe Weather in Chuquisaca Department
Weeks of severe weather including heavy rainfall and flooding have taken their toll on the Chuquisaca Department of Bolivia, where authorities say 308 communities have been affected in 21 municipalities.…
Fiji – Floods in Western Division as More Severe Weather and Coastal Flooding Expected
At least one person died after heavy rain caused flooding in the Western Division of Fiji on 17 February. More severe weather is expected across the island group. Fiji’s National…
Zimbabwe – Floods Cause Hardship for Harare Communities
At least 6 people have died and dozens were made homeless after severe weather in Zimbabwe in January and February 2023. Local media reported severe weather affected Manicaland, Masvingo, Matabeleland…
Brazil – 1 Dead After Landslides and Floods in São Gonçalo
Heavy rain caused flooding and landslides in the municipality of São Gonçalo in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 13 to 14 February 2023. Municipal authorities declared a…
New Zealand – 4 Killed in Cyclone Gabrielle Floods and Landslides
Police in New Zealand report that 4 people have lost their lives in flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rain brought by Cyclone Gabrielle. Police also reported over 1,000 people…
South Africa – Government Declares National State of Disaster Over Floods
The government in South Africa has declared a National State of Disaster to enable an intensive, coordinated response to the impact of floods that are affecting Mpumalanga, the Eastern Cape,…
New Zealand – State of Emergency as Cyclone Gabrielle Triggers Floods and Landslides
The Government in New Zealand has declared a National State of Emergency in response to Cyclone Gabrielle. The declaration will apply to the regions of Northland, Auckland, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Bay…
Malawi – 4 Dead as Floods Cause Major Damage in Blantyre
Severe flooding struck the city of Blantyre and surrounding areas in southern Malawi on 12 February. Authorities report 4 people have lost their lives and 3 are still missing. Malawi’s…
Syria – Thousands Evacuate After Earthquake Damages River Dams in North
Thousands of homes have been flooded in northern Syria after a dam was breached along the Orontes river. According to reports by the United Nations, recent earthquakes in Turkey damaged…
Mozambique – 6 Dead as Floods Worsen in Maputo Province
The flood situation has worsened in the city of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, and the surrounding province of Maputo, according to an updated report from the National Institute for…
Venezuela – Rain Triggers Deadly Landslide in Merida
A landslide occurred in the state of Mérida, Venezuela, following heavy rain on 08 February 2023. Authorities report two people died and a bridge was destroyed. A large part of…
Mozambique – Floods Affect Thousands In Maputo Province
Storms and heavy rain affected the city of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, and surrounding areas of Maputo Province on 08 February 2023. Local media reported that heavy rain caused…
South Africa – Flooding Displaces Hundreds in Eastern Cape, Fatalities Reported in Mpumalanga
Flooding has displaced hundreds of people in the town of Komani (also known as Queenstown) in the Eastern Province of South Africa. Further east, two people have died and one…
