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Vietnam flooding death toll rises to 10


Arab News
Sun, 03 Aug 2025 15:13 UTC
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The death toll from floods in Vietnam's mountainous north has risen to 10, disaster authorities said Sunday.

Heavy rain led to flooding in recent days in the provinces of Son La, Phu Tho, Tuyen Quang and especially Dien Bien, isolating several communities.

The agriculture ministry confirmed 10 people were killed and seven others injured in Dien Bien province's Tia Dinh and Xa Dung communes.

State media quoted local authorities as saying rain was heavy from Thursday to Saturday, triggering flash floods.

On Saturday, local authorities deployed helicopters to access isolated communities and deliver basic necessities.

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Flash flood breaches cofferdam in Himachal Pradesh, India - swallows bridge, vehicles


Timesnownews.com
Sat, 02 Aug 2025 14:49 UTC
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A sudden flash flood in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district caused a partial breach of the cofferdam at the Malana-I Hydroelectric Project, washing away multiple vehicles and heavy machinery in its path. The incident, reported on Friday night, has raised fresh concerns about infrastructure vulnerability in the face of intense monsoon rains.

According to the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), the breach led to the loss of a hydra crane, a dumper truck, a rock breaker, and a camper vehicle. No casualties have been reported so far. The flash flood also swept away a wooden bridge that locals had built after a similar bridge collapsed last year, cutting off Malana village from the rest of the region.

The area around the Malana River, already swollen due to relentless rainfall, saw heavy destruction, including damage to the 109-MW Malana hydroelectric project, further hampering connectivity and access to the region.

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'Unusual' snow, rain and thunderstorms sweep across eastern Australia


Sky News
Sun, 03 Aug 2025 14:29 UTC
Snow blankets the grass at a Golf Club,
© Armidale Golf ClubSnow blankets the grass at a Golf Club, in Armidale, New South Wales, Australia, August 2, 2025, in this screengrab obtained from social media video.
A slew of Australian towns have been blanketed with their thickest layer of snow in decades, as wild weather swept across the east of the country.

As much as 40cm (16 inches) of snow fell in northern parts of New South Wales on Saturday, the most since the mid-1980s, Miriam Bradbury, a meteorologist at Australia's weather bureau, said.

She said parts of neighbouring state Queensland also saw snow for the first time in 10 years.

The New South Wales State Emergency Service said unprecedented snow, coupled with heavy rain and thunderstorms in other parts of the state, has led to more than 1,455 incidents over the weekend.

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At least four waterspouts spotted in Grand Isle, Louisiana

Christian Olivier
wgno.com
Sat, 02 Aug 2025 14:16 UTC
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A rare sight appeared over the water in Grand Isle when at least four waterspouts were spotted spinning in the Gulf on Saturday morning, Aug. 2.

The National Weather Service says the waterspouts form due to unstable air and warm water temperatures. Thankfully, none made it onshore or caused any damage.

Locals captured the sighting on videos as the funnels twisted just off the coast.

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Lightning strike kills 2 children in the Dominican Republic


DominicanToday.com
Sun, 03 Aug 2025 14:03 UTC
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A heartbreaking tragedy struck the community of Manoguayabo on Saturday afternoon, when lightning struck three children who were bathing in the rain on a local playground. The incident left two children dead and one injured, according to residents and local media.

Gregory Peralta, a resident of the area, recounted what he experienced with deep shock:
"I was standing at the window of my house, and I saw that huge bolt of lightning strike. It struck three children, one of whom was already out of sight. One fell dead... and the other died in my hands."
The incident occurred amid heavy rains and thunderstorms caused by a tropical wave affecting much of the country.
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Lightning flashes next to waterspout in Virginia on July 31


AccuWeather
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:08 UTC
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Lightning flashes next to waterspout in Virginia. This video captures a waterspout swirling over the Potomac River near Heathsville, Virginia, on July 31.

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Sand and dust storm sweeps across southern Peru

Andrew Zinin
phys.org
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 21:14 UTC
Peru's national weather service said wind gusts reached up to 50 kilometers per hour in the Ica region, about 400 kilometers south of Lima.
Peru's national weather service said wind gusts reached up to 50 kilometers per hour in the Ica region, about 400 kilometers south of Lima.
Strong winds from a South Pacific anticyclone triggered a massive sand and dust storm in southern Peru on Thursday, catching residents in coastal regions by surprise, authorities said.

Peru's national weather service said wind gusts reached up to 50 kilometers (31 miles) per hour in the Ica region, about 400 kilometers south of Lima.

The storm in Ica forced traffic to a halt on highways and disrupted tourism activities for three hours.

The effects of the unusual weather event were also felt in the regions of Arequipa, Moquegua, and Tacna—which borders Chile—where winds reached up to 32 kilometers an hour.

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Heavy rain triggers flash floods and travel chaos on US East Coast


Euronews
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 20:45 UTC
A car drives on a flooded street after heavy downpours in Staten Island, New York on Thursday
© Jesse DominguezA car drives on a flooded street after heavy downpours in Staten Island, New York on Thursday
Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the US East Coast on Thursday, grounding flights and forcing emergency rescues of stranded drivers from Philadelphia to New York City.

In New York, floodwaters swept through roads and train stations during the evening rush, with commuters wading through submerged platforms at Grand Central Terminal.

Videos shared online showed water pouring into city buses and cascading over trains.

Firefighters evacuated a Long Island-bound train, and services across Long Island and New Jersey were severely disrupted. Amtrak suspended routes between Philadelphia and Wilmington due to high water over the tracks.

States of emergency were declared in New York City and New Jersey.

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Terrifying mudslide triggered by heavy rainfall hits Tyrnyauz, Russia on July 31


Republic World
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:32 UTC
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In Tyrnyauz, Russia, a powerful mudslide struck the town, severely impacting its water supply by damaging critical pipelines. torrents of mud, rocks, and debris surged through streets and sidewalks, causing widespread disruption.

The mudslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, also damaged protective structures and a bridge support on the federal highway, leading to a regional state of emergency in the Elbrus district.

Approximately 700 residents in the upper and lower Gerkhozhan microdistricts were left without water and gas, though power has since been fully restored.

No casualties have been reported, but traffic remains restricted due to ongoing risks. authorities continue to monitor the situation, as the region faces potential for further mudflows due to persistent heavy rains.

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Summer storms flood Thessaloniki, Greece as Athens braces for heavy rain


Tovima.com
Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:03 UTC
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Severe thunderstorms hit northern Greece, causing flooding and road chaos in Thessaloniki. Rain and possible hail are forecast for Athens later today, marking the end of a prolonged heatwave

A dramatic shift in weather brought chaos to Thessaloniki on Thursday, as powerful thunderstorms flooded streets and disrupted daily life across Greece's second-largest city. The intense downpour transformed major roads into rivers, with local reports noting storm drains bursting from the pressure.

One motorcyclist was injured after losing control on the slick streets of central Thessaloniki, specifically on the busy Tsimiski Avenue. In the Vardaris district, drivers struggled to navigate as the road became impassable due to rising water levels.

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