Brazil – 80 Killed in Floods and Landslides in North East
Authorities in Brazil report that at least 80 people have now died following severe flooding and landslides in the north east of the country. As reported on 26 May, days…
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Guatemala – Deadly Landslide in Alta Verapaz Department
At least 7 people have died after heavy rain caused a landslide in Alta Verapaz Department of Guatemala following heavy rainfall. The landslide struck in the village of Los Pinos,…
Bangladesh – Millions Hit by Floods in North East
Ongoing flooding in north-eastern Bangladesh has affected over 4 million people, including 1.6 million children, according to the United Nations. Flooding began following a prolonged period of heavy rainfall in…
Brazil – Rising Rivers Affect 300,000 in Amazonas State
Rising rivers in Brazil’s Amazonas state have affected over 300,000 people according to state officials. Rivers including the Negro, Amazon, Jurua, Purus, Madeira and Solimões have been rising for some…
Indonesia – Floods and Landslides Leave 4 Dead, Thousands Affected
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding and landslides in Indonesia where authorities say at least 4 people have died in and thousands have been affected. A landslide triggered by heavy rain…
South Africa – Evacuations After More Flooding in KwaZulu-Natal
More heavy rain has caused flooding and landslides in parts of KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa. Areas of the province saw devastating flooding last month which left over 400 dead…
India – Over 400,000 Affected as Floods Worsen in Assam
The flood situation has worsened in the state of Assam, India, where authorities report over 400,000 people are now affected across 1,089 villages in 26 districts. Rivers are at record…
India – 5 Fatalities After Heavy Rain, Floods and Landslides in Assam and Meghalaya
At least 5 people have died and thousands affected after heavy rain, landslides and flooding in parts of Assam and Meghalaya states in northeastern India. Assam Assam State Disaster Management…
Canada – Thousands Evacuate Floods in Alberta and Northwest Territories
Ice jams, rain and melting snow have caused rivers to overflow in northern parts of Canada. Whole communities have been ordered to evacuate in Northwest Territories and hundreds have been…
Democratic Republic of the Congo – More Deadly Floods and Landslides in Eastern Provinces
More people have died as a result of heavy rain, landslides and flooding in eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo). The region saw heavy rainfall…
Thailand – Severe Flash Floods Hit Southern Provinces
At least one person has died and homes, roads and bridges have been damaged after flash floods in southern Thailand following days of heavy rain. Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention…
USA – Emergency Declared After Deadly Flash Floods in West Virginia
The Governor of West Virginia, USA, declared a state of emergency for 3 counties affected by heavy rain and flooding from 06 May 2022. Governor Jim Justice declared a state…
Brazil – Santa Catarina Floods and Rain Leave 3 Dead, 7,500 Displaced
At least 3 people have died and thousands have been displaced after days of heavy rain in southern Brazil caused flooding and landslides in parts of Santa Catarina state. Parts…
Afghanistan – Flash Floods Cause Fatalities and Severe Damage
Over 20 people have reportedly died in flash flooding in Afghanistan over the last few days. Detailed information on the current situation is difficult to find. However local and international…
Spain – Floods in Valencia After 260mm of Rain in 24 Hours
Firefighters and police rescued people from vehicles trapped in floods after a slow-moving storm brought very heavy rainfall to the Valencia Region in southeastern Spain on 03 May 2022. AVAMET…
Tanzania – Floods in South Leave 5 Dead, Thousands Displaced
A period of heavy rain from late April 2022 has caused severe flooding in the Mbeya and Songwe regions of southern Tanzania, where at least 5 people have died, 5…
