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Floods and landslides kill at least 102 in southern Ethiopia (UPDATE)

Emmanuel Egobiambu
Channelstv.com
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:01 UTC
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Flooding caused by heavy rains in the Gamo area of southern Ethiopia has left at least 48 people dead, police said on Wednesday.

"The number of bodies recovered from the natural disaster that struck three districts of Gamo Zone has reached 48," the South Ethiopia Regional State Police Commission said in a statement on X.

There were reports of 95 missing persons, and rescue operations were ongoing, it said. It was unclear whether this figure included the bodies already found.

There has been heavy flooding across east Africa in recent days.

Dozens were killed in neighbouring Kenya after torrential rain hit the capital Nairobi and other areas on Friday.

Multiple studies have tracked the increasing frequency of extreme wet and dry periods in east Africa in the last 20 years.

AFP


Comment: Related: Flash floods in Nairobi, Kenya kill at least 45

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Heavy rainfall causes flash flooding in Zaruma and Portovelo, Ecuador

Fabricio Cruz
extra.ec
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:26 UTC
On the night of Monday, March 9, 2026, the Salvias and Amarillo rivers overflowed in the cantons of Zaruma and Portovelo, respectively, in the province of El Oro
On the night of Monday, March 9, 2026, the Salvias and Amarillo rivers overflowed in the cantons of Zaruma and Portovelo, respectively, in the province of El Oro.
Heavy rains in the upper reaches of El Oro province caused emergencies on Monday night, March 9, in the cantons of Zaruma and Portovelo. In the parish of Salvias, a stream overflowed after the intense downpour, flooding several homes and causing concern among residents.

According to residents, the water surged down with great force, carrying rocks, branches, and mud , causing property damage in the parish center. The current also damaged part of a bridge in the area, complicating travel for those moving through the zone.

Faced with the emergency, residents tried to protect their belongings as water flooded into several homes. Some areas were covered in mud and debris , demonstrating the magnitude of the flood's impact.

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Authorities warn of widespread crocodile threat after northern Australia floods


ilkha.com
Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:18 UTC
Crocodiles are on the move in flood-affected Northern Territory, making rivers and streets extremely dangerous for residents
© NewsWireCrocodiles are on the move in flood-affected Northern Territory, making rivers and streets extremely dangerous for residents
Authorities in Northern Territory have warned residents to avoid floodwaters after severe flooding and the presence of crocodiles forced mass evacuations and widespread disruptions across the region.

Police said on Sunday that more than a thousand people had been moved to shelters following heavy rainfall that triggered the worst flooding in the town of Katherine since 1998.

Officials cautioned that dangerous wildlife, including crocodiles, had been displaced by the rising waters and posed a serious risk.

"There are crocs absolutely everywhere. Please don't go in the water," acting police incident commander Shaun Gill told reporters. "The message is quite clear."

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Dallas weather: Record rainfall of 8 inches reported, high-water rescues and roof collapses during severe storms

Madi Marks and Payton May
Fox4news.com
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:53 UTC
A stretch of U.S. Highway 80 in Forney was flooded overnight
A stretch of U.S. Highway 80 in Forney was flooded overnight
Residents across North Texas are assessing damage Thursday morning after a powerful line of severe storms swept through the Metroplex Wednesday night, leaving behind collapsed roofs, flooded highways, and record-breaking precipitation.

The National Weather Service confirmed that DFW Airport recorded 1.55 inches of rain on Wednesday, March 4. This officially breaks the previous daily record for the date of 1.27 inches, which had stood for nearly 90 years since 1937.

While the airport saw record-highs, neighboring areas like Mesquite and Seagoville reported even higher totals, ranging from 4 to 8 inches.

In Garland, the intense rainfall is blamed for a structural collapse at a commercial building in the 2900 block of Kingsley Road. Around 5 p.m. Wednesday, emergency crews responded to reports that a buildup of water caused the roof to give way.

Seven workers inside the building managed to evacuate safely, and authorities confirmed there were no injuries.

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At least 200 killed in eastern DR Congo landslide after heavy rainfall (UPDATE)


Arab Times
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:44 UTC
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At least seven people were killed in a landslide on Tuesday at the Rubaya mining site in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with others reported missing, according to sources close to the local administration.

"There was indeed a landslide following heavy rainfall on the mountain known as Kasasa. The earth swallowed many people. We are awaiting the official death toll," David Kasereka, an artisanal miner and resident of Rubaya, told Xinhua.

The Rubaya mines in North Kivu Province are a crucial global source of coltan and have been controlled by the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group since 2024.

The M23 has yet to comment on the tragedy.

In January 2026, at least 200 miners were killed after several shafts collapsed at coltan mining sites in Rubaya. Local media reported that the death toll may have exceeded 400, excluding those still missing.

Coltan, or columbite-tantalite, is the main source of tantalum, a rare metal used in the production of advanced electronic devices. The United Nations estimated that the Rubaya mines alone account for about 15 percent of the global tantalum supply.

Xinhua

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Al Jazeera reports:
A landslide triggered by heavy rains has killed more than 200 people at the Rubaya coltan mine in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, authorities said.

DRC's Ministry of Mines said on Wednesday that about 70 children were among the victims, and others who were injured were evacuated to medical facilities in the city of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province.

Fanny Kaj, a senior official in the M23 rebel group, which controls the mines, disputed the government figure and said that the collapse was caused by "bombings" and only five people had been killed.

"I can confirm that what people are publishing is not true. There was no landslide; there were bombings, and the death toll isn't what people are saying. It's simply about five people who died," Kaj said.

Ibrahim Taluseke, a miner at the site, said that he had helped to recover more than 200 bodies from the area.

"We are afraid, but these are lives that are in danger," Taluseke told The Associated Press news agency. "The owners of the pits do not accept that the exact number of deaths be revealed."


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Fiji residents forced to evacuate as flash floods return

Waisea Nasokia
Fiji Sun
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:45 UTC
Floodwaters at Toge Village in Ba.
Floodwaters at Toge Village in Ba.
Residents in the upper Ba highlands are again counting losses after flash flooding hit several villages.

Toge Village was among those affected during the latest spell of heavy rain.

Farmer Robert Lui said the community had learned to live with recurring flooding because of its proximity to the Ba River.

"We are located next to the Ba River, which flows from the highlands. Floods come and go, but our resilience lies within us as individuals," he said.

He added that farmers were alerted early enough to move their animals to higher ground.

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Indonesia: Cold lava flood from Mount Merapi strikes Senowo River, killing 3 people and dragging 3 trucks

Egadia Birru, Vachri Rinaldy Lutfipambudi
Kompas.com
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:41 UTC
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A cold lava flood occurred in the Senowo River, which originates at Mount Merapi, on Tuesday (April 3, 2026) at around 3:30 p.m. WIB. Bambang Hermanto, Head of the Magelang Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), stated that the cold lava flood occurred after heavy rain at the summit of Mount Merapi. "The Senowo River joined other rivers," Bambang said in a statement on Wednesday (March 4, 2026).

Currently, Bambang said, a joint team is also searching for four missing victims. The search will continue for the next seven days.

Additionally, a truck was reportedly swept away by the floodwaters. Bambang stated that the cold lava flood also injured six people. Two of them are currently undergoing treatment at the Muntilan Regional General Hospital (RSUD).

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Heavy rains cause flooding in nearly 300 cities in the State of Bahia, Brazil


RECORD BAHIA
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:23 UTC
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Severe flooding due to heavy rains in Urandi, Bahia, Brazil. Homes and businesses are under water.
Bahia is facing a critical situation with intense rainfall in nearly 300 cities.

The precipitation, which reached 100 millimeters daily in some areas, caused flooding and displacement, particularly in the regions of Pojuca and Salvador.

The National Institute of Meteorology issued a red alert, but indicated a possible decrease in rainfall in the coming days.

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'Once in a generation': Wild scenes as Australia smashed by heavy rain, thunderstorms, floods - nearly 6 inches of rainfall overnight

Georgia Palgan and Alexandra Feiam
News.com.au
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:12 UTC
Severe thunderstorms led to flash flooding in William Creek.
Severe thunderstorms led to flash flooding in William Creek.
Wild scenes have unfolded across parts of Australia as "once in a generation" levels of rain, thunderstorms and flash flooding threaten much of the country's southeast.

A slow moving system hovering over the outback is bringing a widespread band of moisture across South Australia, western Victoria and western and southern New South Wales that will create significant rainfall, flooding and intense downpours for some regions.

Overnight, South Australia and parts of western Victoria were smashed with intense rainfall, with 149mm recorded in Braemar, 129mm in Yunta and 125mm in McCoys Well.

In the past 24 hours until 8pm, the Victorian SES responded to 176 requests for assistance across the state.

A spokesman told NewsWire 76 call-outs were for trees down, 42 for building damage and 40 for flood assistance.

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6,000 evacuated as flood situation remains critical in parts of Sabah, Malaysia


The Straits Times
Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:01 UTC
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© BERNAMANo fatalities have been reported in the floods in Sabah, but officials anticipate substantial damage to crops, livestock and property.
Nearly 6,000 people have sought shelter as Sabah's flood situation remains critical on the third day in the state's interior and south-western districts.

A total of 5,860 residents from 2,067 households remain affected by the flood in interior Tenom and Sook as well as Beaufort, Membakut and Sipitang on the state's south-western coast.

According to the Sabah State Disaster Command Centre, Tenom remains the worst hit with 3,544 victims from 1,207 households across 46 villages.

Beaufort recorded 1,462 victims from 513 households across 58 villages, Membakut had 435 victims from 171 households across 16 villages and Sipitang had 340 victims from 151 households involving 22 villages.

Sook had 79 victims from 25 households across four villages.

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