https://www.sott.net/topic/5-Floods Signs of the Times: The World for People who Think. Featuring independent, unbiased, alternative news and commentary on world events. en-us Original content Copyright 2026 by Signs of the Times/Sott.net. For other content, see our Fair Use Policy at www.sott.net. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:17:44 +0000 https://www.sott.net/images/sottlogo_rss.jpg SOTT.net https://www.sott.net https://www.sott.net/article/506779-Cars-swept-away-and-roads-collapsed-The-aftermath-of-flooding-in-western-El-Salvador-following-heavy-rains Last night, June 5th, the department of Santa Ana experienced a resurgence of vulnerability due to the intense rainfall that battered the region. The storms that occurred during the night caused the immediate collapse of drainage systems in various parts of the city, leaving several streets and avenues completely flooded. In a matter of minutes, the streets were transformed into raging rivers, causing serious problems for pedestrians and completely paralyzing vehicular traffic. The force of the currents and flash floods took dozens of people by surprise as they tried to return home. Among the most serious incidents reported overnight, emergency crews had to be urgently deployed to 25th Street West. There, the force of the current trapped a driver, whose vehicle began to be dangerously swept away by the water. Thanks to the swift intervention of the rescue teams, the individual was safely evacuated and taken to a protected area, preventing the situation from escalating or resulting... https://www.sott.net/article/506779-Cars-swept-away-and-roads-collapsed-The-aftermath-of-flooding-in-western-El-Salvador-following-heavy-rains Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:52:29 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506764-Heavy-rain-floods-southwest-China-red-alert-issued-for-mountain-torrents-tornado-strikes-Nanning Heavy rain has caused severe flooding in parts of Chongqing, Guizhou and Guangxi, with water levels reaching up to two metres and submerging vehicles, authorities said. The State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters dispatched a working group to Chongqing on Sunday, urging enhanced emergency duty and strict implementation of 24-hour duty and leadership shifts. The Ministry of Water Resources and the China Meteorological Administration issued a red alert for mountain torrents at 6pm on Sunday. From Sunday evening to Monday evening, parts of southwestern Hunan, northern Guangxi and southern Guizhou are at very high risk of mountain torrent disasters. In Chongqing, a 500-600 metre section of road in the High-tech Agricultural Industry Avenue was flooded, with only vehicle roofs visible. A resident said rain started around 1am and by 7am water was about one metre deep, reaching over two metres by morning. The Chongqing Hechuan District education authority confirmed that three... https://www.sott.net/article/506764-Heavy-rain-floods-southwest-China-red-alert-issued-for-mountain-torrents-tornado-strikes-Nanning Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:02:28 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506725-Typhoon-Jangmi-sweeps-northwards-leaving-23-injured-in-Japan-4-inches-of-rain-in-3-hours Typhoon Jangmi (also known as Typhoon No 6) moved northwards over the course of this week. From Okinawa to mainland Japan, prolonged and heavy rainfall led to landslide warnings and the flooding of rivers, with Japan issuing level 4 warnings for some rivers, signalling a risk of overflowing. This level is high enough for municipalities to issue evacuation orders. Three-hourly rainfall totals on Wednesday reached 105mm in Chiyoda, Tokyo, which was a record high for the month. Sustained wind speeds of 80mph (130kph) were recorded on Monday - making it a category 1 typhoon - bringing damage and disruption to businesses, transport, infrastructure and the environment. By Wednesday, 23 people had been injured, 17 of whom were in Okinawa. The typhoon damaged 57 homes and led to 60,000 homes losing electricity. In addition to this, 1.52 million people were advised to evacuate by authorities. The typhoon damaged the exterior wall of Himeji Castle, a Unesco world heritage site in western... https://www.sott.net/article/506725-Typhoon-Jangmi-sweeps-northwards-leaving-23-injured-in-Japan-4-inches-of-rain-in-3-hours Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:09:26 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506647-Historic-storms-floods-and-overwhelmed-firefighters-in-Belgium Beginning Saturday evening, violent thunderstorms swept across much of the country, bringing locally unusually heavy rainfall. Several regions in the south of the country experienced significant downpours, including part of the night, leading to flooding. The Royal Meteorological Institute (IRM) issued an orange alert at 5:00 PM for all Walloon provinces and Brussels. The situation in some Walloon municipalities quickly became a nightmare for residents and motorists, as well as for firefighters who were sometimes overwhelmed. https://www.sott.net/article/506647-Historic-storms-floods-and-overwhelmed-firefighters-in-Belgium Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:58:26 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506615-Turkeys-Euphrates-water-releases-after-heavy-rainfall-trigger-flooding-and-agricultural-damage-in-Syria In Turkey, Syria, and Iraq, the crisis surrounding the Deklath (Tigris) and Froth (Euphrates) rivers has taken two devastating forms — drought and flooding. The causes may differ, but the outcome remains the same: suffering and death. The crisis stems from Turkey's upstream control over the Deklath and Froth through its extensive dam network. When Turkey restricts water flow, Iraq suffers severe drought and water shortages. When it releases massive quantities of water at once, Syria bears the brunt of destructive floods that devastate civilians, infrastructure, and agricultural lands along the riverbanks. After seven years dominated by the first scenario — suffocation through drought — Turkish authorities recently opened all the floodgates of the Atatürk Dam, the largest dam on the Euphrates River, following heavy rainfall and snowfall during the winter and spring seasons. The release sent massive volumes of water surging toward the Syrian city of Jarablus. Observers noted that the... https://www.sott.net/article/506615-Turkeys-Euphrates-water-releases-after-heavy-rainfall-trigger-flooding-and-agricultural-damage-in-Syria Sat, 30 May 2026 16:23:30 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506611-Severe-flooding-hits-central-China-leaving-at-least-9-dead-and-11-missing-on-May-25 A bridge has been washed away by floods in the central Chinese province of Hubei as several other provinces in the country continue to be lashed by heavy rains. State media reported that nine people died and an estimated 11 were missing in Chongqing municipality. https://www.sott.net/article/506611-Severe-flooding-hits-central-China-leaving-at-least-9-dead-and-11-missing-on-May-25 Sat, 30 May 2026 14:53:23 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506538-Woman-dies-when-her-SUV-was-swept-away-by-flash-flooding-in-Petal-Mississippi A Mississippi woman is dead after flash flooding submerged and swept away her SUV while she was still inside, even as bystanders tried to rescue her. The incident happened around 3 p.m. Monday in the parking lot of the Eastbrook Commons shopping center in Petal. Luisa Ortega is an employee at Los Charros Mexican Grill in the shopping center. She says the staff was still inside the restaurant when the rain started to pick up. "Just flooding in the dining area, flooding in the kitchen," she said. "It was kind of everywhere." Moments later, Ortega says they noticed a white SUV caught up in fast-moving water in the middle of the parking lot as the driver struggled to get out. "You could tell that she was... trying to get out or move around," she said. "But the body of water was moving from a lot of different areas." https://www.sott.net/article/506538-Woman-dies-when-her-SUV-was-swept-away-by-flash-flooding-in-Petal-Mississippi Tue, 26 May 2026 10:13:07 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506517-Several-days-of-heavy-rain-in-northern-Bulgaria-causes-severe-flooding Tragedy in Bulgaria just now! Large-scale water drowned houses, emergency in Sevlievo Several days of heavy rain in northern Bulgaria have caused rivers to overflow, flooding settlements and forcing evacuations in several regions, including Veliko Tarnovo, Sevlievo, Apriltsi, and parts of Gabrovo. Authorities warn that the situation remains unstable as water levels continue to rise. Emergency services are operating throughout the region, and officials describe the situation as one of the most severe in recent years. Meanwhile, in Veliko Tarnovo, the Yantra River has reached a height of approximately 7.56 meters and remains at a dangerously high level. https://www.sott.net/article/506517-Several-days-of-heavy-rain-in-northern-Bulgaria-causes-severe-flooding Mon, 25 May 2026 14:06:31 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506478-More-floods-in-Afghanistan-kill-24-across-in-2-days Heavy rain and floods have killed at least 24 people in the past 48 hours across Afghanistan, local and disaster officials said today. In the last 24 hours, 15 people were killed in the northern province of Baghlan, two in northeastern Badakhshan, and one in central Wardak due to flash floods. "Fifteen people have lost their lives, and dozens more have been injured due to the floods," said Farooq Akhplawak, spokesman for the Baghlan governor. A local official in Badakhshan said, "Two people have died, two others are missing, more than 100 residential houses have been destroyed." Heavy rain has battered much of Afghanistan since Wednesday, causing floods in multiple provinces. https://www.sott.net/article/506478-More-floods-in-Afghanistan-kill-24-across-in-2-days Fri, 22 May 2026 21:15:03 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506367-Severe-flooding-across-central-and-eastern-China-after-record-rainfall-of-5-5-FEET-in-3-days-at-least-25-killed-20-missing-UPDATED Heavy rains swept across central and eastern China over the weekend, hitting provinces including Jiangxi and Hunan, with more downpours expected. The National Meteorological Center (NMC) forecasts that over the next three days, heavy rainfall will gradually move eastward and southward. Since Friday evening, torrential rain in Ganzhou city, Jiangxi, has raised river levels and caused localized flooding. Shangyou county was hardest hit, especially Dongshan township, where rising waters disrupted electricity and water supplies, submerged streets and swept away vehicles. By 4:30 pm Saturday, the county government had relocated 1,147 residents across a number of townships. No casualties or missing persons were reported, according to local media. https://www.sott.net/article/506367-Severe-flooding-across-central-and-eastern-China-after-record-rainfall-of-5-5-FEET-in-3-days-at-least-25-killed-20-missing-UPDATED Fri, 22 May 2026 13:30:09 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506396-WHO-in-panic-mode-as-World-Health-Assembly-kicks-off Today is first day of the World Health Organization's 79th annual World Health Assembly, where delegates come together to set policies and priorities for global health. Essentially, it's a week-long exercise in saying, as loud and long possible, "We're really important." And thank goodness it came along when it did, because...wow. The hantavirus outbreak is tearing through the world at the unstoppably terrifying rate of five whole deaths every two months. That's about 30 deaths in a year or about 0.25% of the number of people who'll died from falling down stairs. In Africa, the Ebola virus went from zero to "emergency" in no time at all, and the African CDC had no choice but to go into panic mode. A new strain of Ebola virus has been declared an international public health emergency by the World Health Organisation. More than 300 suspected cases have been identified - with at least 80 deaths reported. The outbreak is mostly confined to the Democratic Republic of the...... https://www.sott.net/article/506396-WHO-in-panic-mode-as-World-Health-Assembly-kicks-off Tue, 19 May 2026 03:14:20 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506387-8-4-inches-of-rain-in-48-hours-triggers-flood-warnings-and-traffic-chaos-in-South-East-Queensland-Australia ​South East Queensland is facing an intense weather event, with parts of the region recording more than 200 millimetres of rainfall over a 48-hour period. A 4000-kilometre northwest cloud band, stretching from Darwin to past Melbourne, has merged with an offshore surface trough to trigger the relentless downpours along the east coast. Gold Coast Hinterland and Coast Saturated The Gold Coast has experienced some of the highest precipitation totals since Sunday morning, with weather stations logging upwards of 175 millimetres across two days. Natural Bridge recorded a staggering 214 millimetres. The persistent wet weather carried through Monday, bringing substantial rainfall to the hinterland. Since 9am Monday, Mount Tamborine recorded 84 millimetres, Numinbah saw 86 millimetres, and Clearview took the brunt of the downpour with 104 millimetres over just six hours leading up to 3pm. In the Brisbane region, Geebung and Holland Park West emerged as some of the hardest-hit suburbs, both... https://www.sott.net/article/506387-8-4-inches-of-rain-in-48-hours-triggers-flood-warnings-and-traffic-chaos-in-South-East-Queensland-Australia Mon, 18 May 2026 18:32:52 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506383-Heavy-rainfall-flooding-hits-Baku-Azerbaijan-as-monthly-norm-exceeded-by-279 Intense rainfall and thunderstorms have affected various regions of Azerbaijan as of 10:55 AM on May 17, with precipitation levels in the capital significantly exceeding seasonal norms. According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the National Hydrometeorological Service has issued warnings regarding the ongoing unstable weather conditions across the country. In Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, rainfall has reached between 40-55 mm, representing 203-279% of the monthly average for May. The National Hydrometeorological Service reported that the unstable weather has also brought snow to the high-altitude areas of Shahdag, where the snow depth has reached 5 centimeters. Meanwhile, hail was recorded in the Qubadli district villages of Qezyan and Mahrizli, as well as in the city of Aghsu, with diameters ranging from 3 mm to 11 mm. https://www.sott.net/article/506383-Heavy-rainfall-flooding-hits-Baku-Azerbaijan-as-monthly-norm-exceeded-by-279 Mon, 18 May 2026 12:32:56 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506366-Landslide-during-heavy-rain-kills-2-tourists-in-West-Java-Indonesia Two tourists visiting Curug Cileat in Subang Regency, West Java, were found dead after being buried in a landslide while on vacation on Friday, May 15, 2026. The victims were discovered on Saturday morning, May 16, 2026, a day after the search operation began. Udin Jazudin, Head of the Subang Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), stated that the victims were swept away and buried under approximately two meters of debris. Their bodies have since been handed over to their families. "For the time being, we are closing the tourist spot; no visitors are allowed to enter," Udin said on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Udin noted that while Curug Cileat is renowned for its beauty, the area is historically prone to landslides. At the time of the incident, heavy rain had lashed the tourist site. "They and three surviving friends were on their way back from the waterfall," he explained. Ade Dian Permana, Head of the Bandung Search and Rescue (SAR) Office, said his team received reports of... https://www.sott.net/article/506366-Landslide-during-heavy-rain-kills-2-tourists-in-West-Java-Indonesia Sun, 17 May 2026 18:28:37 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506349-Rivers-overflowed-and-flooding-swept-away-cars-in-Jiangxi-China-8-2-inches-of-rain-in-just-12-hours Severe extreme weather hit southern China on Saturday. Shangyou County, Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province experienced heavy rain, causing rivers to overflow and flash floods in some roads and residential areas. The heavy rain caused floods as high as 1.5 meters in low-lying areas in some counties and districts in Ganzhou, submerging vehicles and roads, and causing landslides in some areas, disrupting traffic. Extremely intense rainstorms pounded the area since Friday evening, causing small and medium-sized rivers to overflow within hours. https://www.sott.net/article/506349-Rivers-overflowed-and-flooding-swept-away-cars-in-Jiangxi-China-8-2-inches-of-rain-in-just-12-hours Sat, 16 May 2026 12:55:11 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506275-12-hospitalized-after-torrential-rains-trigger-severe-floods-in-northern-Turkiye Torrential rains have triggered severe flooding in a district near Turkiye's Black Sea coast, inundating homes and businesses and sweeping away cars. At least 12 people were hospitalized with minor injuries, the state-run Anadolu Agency reported. The heavy rainfall late on Tuesday caused rivers in the Havza district of Samsun province to overflow, sending waters rushing down streets, carrying vehicles and debris. Anadolu said the basement and ground floors of several properties were submerged. Video footage showed a driver standing on top of a truck waiting to be rescued from the flood. Anadolu said none of the injured were in serious condition. Some reached the hospital on their own while others were assisted by medical teams. Firefighters, police, and disaster teams were deployed to rescue stranded residents and to clear debris. https://www.sott.net/article/506275-12-hospitalized-after-torrential-rains-trigger-severe-floods-in-northern-Turkiye Wed, 13 May 2026 10:25:59 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506171-Thousands-displaced-as-Eastern-Cape-floods-worsen-as-rain-continues-in-South-Africa-at-least-10-killed-across-the-country-UPDATE Heavy rains, flooding, rough seas and snow have caused widespread disruption across the Eastern Cape and Garden Route, with thousands of residents evacuated, roads closed and emergency shelters overwhelmed as disaster teams race to respond to the severe weather crisis. More than 2,000 flood victims are currently being accommodated in 25 emergency shelters across Nelson Mandela Bay, where overcrowded facilities are housing families, elderly residents, women and children displaced by persistent flooding. Humanitarian organisations and disaster management teams have issued urgent appeals for donations including long-life milk, cereal, drinking water, nappies, baby wipes, toiletries, blankets and mattresses as relief operations intensify. "More than 2,000 flood victims are currently being accommodated in 25 emergency shelters across the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro," Gift of the Givers spokesperson Ali Sablay said. "Gift of the Givers drop-off centres have been set up at the Nelson Mandela... https://www.sott.net/article/506171-Thousands-displaced-as-Eastern-Cape-floods-worsen-as-rain-continues-in-South-Africa-at-least-10-killed-across-the-country-UPDATE Tue, 12 May 2026 19:11:30 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506263-Severe-flooding-hits-Mexico-City Mexico City authorities issued a warning Monday night that heavy rains could cause severe flooding. Several areas of the city are currently underwater. https://www.sott.net/article/506263-Severe-flooding-hits-Mexico-City Tue, 12 May 2026 19:01:32 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506187-Two-residents-died-due-to-flooding-in-Bone-Indonesia Two people were declared dead due to a flood disaster caused by heavy rainfall since Thursday night (7/5) at several points in Bone Regency, South Sulawesi. "It's true, two people were reported dead, an elderly woman named Naima after 80 years and a boy named Muhammad Arsyah aged 5 years," said the Head of the Makassar Class A Basarnas Section and Operations, Andi Sultan, as reported by ANTARA, Friday, May 8. After receiving information about the flood disaster at 05.40 WITA from the local community, the rescue team was immediately deployed to the affected location. "After receiving the report, the Bone SAR Post Rescue Team immediately departed for the location of the incident by bringing evacuation equipment. The Joint SAR Team immediately carried out the process of rescuing and evacuating residents affected by flooding in several points," he said. https://www.sott.net/article/506187-Two-residents-died-due-to-flooding-in-Bone-Indonesia Fri, 08 May 2026 19:35:18 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506089-Algeria-floods-leave-7-dead-after-torrential-rainfall At least seven people have lost their lives and six others have been pulled to safety after torrential rainfall triggered deadly flooding across multiple regions of Algeria, civil defense authorities reported over Friday and Saturday. The deadliest single incident unfolded late Friday in M'sila province, approximately 250 kilometres southeast of the capital Algiers, when a utility vehicle carrying 11 people was overwhelmed by a sudden surge of floodwater while attempting to ford the normally dry riverbed of Oued Ain Sebaa in the municipality of Tamsa. The rising current seized the vehicle and dragged it downstream, killing five of its occupants. Civil defense units mounted a large-scale rescue operation at the site, successfully pulling six survivors from the floodwaters. All six received immediate medical attention before being transferred to hospital for further care. https://www.sott.net/article/506089-Algeria-floods-leave-7-dead-after-torrential-rainfall Sun, 03 May 2026 18:50:13 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506086-18-dead-as-landslides-floods-hit-Kenya-amid-heavy-rains At least 18 people have died following a series of landslides triggered by heavy rains in parts of the country, as authorities warn of escalating risks linked to the ongoing wet weather. The National Police Service (NPS), in a statement issued on Sunday, May 3, 2026, said the fatalities were reported in Tharaka Nithi County, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, and Kiambu County, where mudslides have devastated communities, displaced families, and destroyed property. Rising death toll and destruction Police said the landslides have caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure, leaving many residents homeless and in urgent need of assistance. The death toll, which currently stands at 18, is expected to remain under review as search and rescue efforts continue in affected areas. This is a rise from the previous 10 that had been announced by the police earlier. https://www.sott.net/article/506086-18-dead-as-landslides-floods-hit-Kenya-amid-heavy-rains Sun, 03 May 2026 18:22:21 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506057-Storms-triggering-floods-and-landslides-kill-4-in-northeastern-Brazil At least four people, including two children, were killed Friday in Brazil's northeastern state of Pernambuco after heavy rains triggered flooding and landslides, authorities said. Pernambuco's civil defence agency said five others were injured and about 1,500 people were evacuated. In Recife, the state capital, emergency medical officials confirmed the deaths of a woman and her six-year-old son after a hillside collapsed in the Dois Unidos neighbourhood. Two more deaths were reported in nearby Olinda, where a 20-year-old woman and her six-month-old son were buried by a landslide in the Alto da Bondade neighbourhood. Five others were rescued from the same site. Heavy rains also caused damage in other parts of the Recife metropolitan area and inland municipalities. Operations at Recife's international airport were suspended for more than five hours because of the storms. https://www.sott.net/article/506057-Storms-triggering-floods-and-landslides-kill-4-in-northeastern-Brazil Sat, 02 May 2026 14:04:31 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/506045-Early-floods-devastate-Habiganj-haors-in-Bangladesh-Boro-farmers-staring-at-heavy-losses Early flooding has submerged vast swathes of Boro paddy fields across Habiganj's haor areas, leaving thousands of farmers in uncertainty at the peak of the harvesting season. According to Additional Deputy Director Deepak Kumar Biswas of Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) in Habiganj, paddy on 3,360 hectares have gone under water as of noon today, affecting more than 1,500 farmers. An estimated 10,840 tonnes of ripe paddy have already been lost, he said. Of the total affected land, 1,207 hectares are in Ajmiriganj upazila, with the rest spread across haor areas in other upazilas. However, the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) could not provide a breakdown of the damage outside Ajmiriganj. Deepak added that nearly 49 percent of the ripe crop remains unharvested, warning that continued rainfall and rising water levels could significantly increase the losses. https://www.sott.net/article/506045-Early-floods-devastate-Habiganj-haors-in-Bangladesh-Boro-farmers-staring-at-heavy-losses Fri, 01 May 2026 19:29:03 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505970-Heavy-rainfall-hits-South-China-causes-flooding-residents-evacuated-10-inches-of-rain-in-24-hours-and-8-inches-in-just-3-UPDATES A short-duration heavy rainfall hit Qinzhou, Qinzhou, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, causing flash floods, and some schools announced class suspensions, local media reported. According to the local fire department, 25 fire trucks and 150 firefighters were dispatched, and 30 trapped people had been urgently evacuated and relocated as of 11 am. https://www.sott.net/article/505970-Heavy-rainfall-hits-South-China-causes-flooding-residents-evacuated-10-inches-of-rain-in-24-hours-and-8-inches-in-just-3-UPDATES Fri, 01 May 2026 18:14:41 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505971-Northern-Bangladesh-faces-early-flood-threat-after-record-rainfall-of-17-2-inches-in-24-hours Rising water levels in major rivers in the northern region have sparked fears of early flooding, as heavy rainfall continues to batter several districts. Officials of the Water Development Board (WDB) said the water levels of the Teesta, Dharla and Brahmaputra rivers have been increasing due to persistent rain throughout April. According to the Rangpur Meteorological Office, a total of 438 millimetres of rainfall was recorded in eight northern districts in the last 24 hours, an unusually high amount for this time of the year. Although the Teesta River is still flowing below the danger level at the Dalia point, its water level has risen steadily, increasing by around 40 centimetres over the past three days. Similar trends have also been observed in the Dharla and Brahmaputra rivers. https://www.sott.net/article/505971-Northern-Bangladesh-faces-early-flood-threat-after-record-rainfall-of-17-2-inches-in-24-hours Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:29:49 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505969-Syria-flood-crisis-Aleppo-villages-submerged-after-dam-water-levels-surge-after-heavy-rainfall Severe flooding has hit northwest Syria, with villages in the Aleppo countryside submerged after heavy rainfall pushed water levels dangerously high at the Al-Siha Dam. Homes and farmland have been inundated, forcing evacuations and leaving families stranded across multiple communities. The situation highlights growing concerns over extreme weather events and fragile infrastructure in conflict-affected regions. Rescue efforts are underway as authorities assess damage and risks of further flooding. https://www.sott.net/article/505969-Syria-flood-crisis-Aleppo-villages-submerged-after-dam-water-levels-surge-after-heavy-rainfall Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:17:20 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505851-Unprecedented-rain-floods-the-city-of-Guwahati-in-Assam-India-8-5-inches-in-24-hours Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah have appealed for public awareness and cooperation after heavy rainfall led to widespread waterlogging across Guwahati. In a post, the minister said that "unprecedented rainfall" from evening till late night had inundated many parts of the city, disrupting normal life. He added that concerned authorities are working round the clock to bring the situation under control and urged citizens to remain cautious and cooperative. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued rainfall across Assam over the next few days, with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected in several districts. Weather officials attributed the current conditions to upper air cyclonic circulations over northeast Assam and adjoining areas, as well as over northeast Bangladesh. https://www.sott.net/article/505851-Unprecedented-rain-floods-the-city-of-Guwahati-in-Assam-India-8-5-inches-in-24-hours Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:40:47 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505835-State-of-emergency-declared-in-New-Zealand-after-flash-flooding-hits-Wellington-3-inches-of-rain-in-less-than-30-minutes A state of emergency has been declared in New Zealand after heavy rain triggered flash flooding. Some residents in Wellington, which has also been hit by landslides, have been urged to evacuate their homes. "We encourage Wellingtonians to act quickly and not wait for official warnings if you think you need to evacuate," the city council said. A number of streets in ​the city have been evacuated, and fire and rescue officials said they responded to ⁠150 calls for help overnight. Andrew Little, the city's mayor, said one area received a record 3in (77mm) of rain in less than an hour. "Be very careful around floodwaters; the flooding has been strong enough to move cars, and many manhole covers have been lifted," he said in a video posted on social media. https://www.sott.net/article/505835-State-of-emergency-declared-in-New-Zealand-after-flash-flooding-hits-Wellington-3-inches-of-rain-in-less-than-30-minutes Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:50:57 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505813-Storm-chaos-in-La-Pampa-Argentina-Massive-flooding-submerged-Santa-Rosa-cars-stranded Extreme weather has struck Santa Rosa, La Pampa, turning the capital city into a flood zone. On Friday, April 17, 2026, a massive storm dumped over 90mm of rain in just hours, overwhelming drainage systems and leaving several neighborhoods underwater. In this video, we cover the dramatic impact of the Santa Rosa flash floods. With wind gusts reaching 78 km/h, the storm toppled power lines and trees, causing widespread blackouts. From the flooding on Avenida Uruguay to the submerged classrooms at the National University of La Pampa (UNLPam), we look at the chaos that has gripped the city. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Thumbnail images are generated by AI. They are for illustration purposes only. https://www.sott.net/article/505813-Storm-chaos-in-La-Pampa-Argentina-Massive-flooding-submerged-Santa-Rosa-cars-stranded Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:11:25 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505762-Drone-captures-flooding-in-Northern-Michigan Heavy rains and storms are staying in the forecast as floodwaters swamped areas across Northern Michigan on April 14, 2026. The dangerously rising waters have prompted evacuations in some residential areas, triggered the failure of small dams, and has state and local officials closely monitoring larger dams near populated areas as high water threatens to overtop them and flood areas downstream. The Little Traverse Conservancy flew a drone over some of its preservation areas to monitor flooding in Petoskey, Conway, Alanson, Indian River and Pigeon River. (Video provided by Charles Dawley and Little Traverse Conservancy) Read more: https://www.mlive.com/environment/202... https://www.sott.net/article/505762-Drone-captures-flooding-in-Northern-Michigan Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:35:12 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505756-Floods-in-Dominican-Republic-and-Haiti-kill-at-least-19 Heavy rains and flooding in the Dominican Republic and Haiti have killed at least 19 people and displaced thousands more, according to the latest toll by officials and the Red Cross. Powerful storms that began April 7 have continued dumping rain on the neigboring Caribbean nations -- which share the island of Hispaniola -- with authorities staying vigilant despite ebbing intensity of rainfall in recent hours. Haiti's civil protection agency on Tuesday reported 12 deaths across several departments. Dominican authorities on Wednesday put the death toll in the country at seven. "Five bodies have been recovered," civil defense director Juan Salas told AFP, adding to two deaths confirmed last week. https://www.sott.net/article/505756-Floods-in-Dominican-Republic-and-Haiti-kill-at-least-19 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:37:14 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505720-Monster-typhoon-bears-down-on-US-controlled-islands-in-the-western-Pacific-Ocean-185-mph-sustained-winds-reported A dangerous typhoon bore down on two U.S. territories in the western Pacific Ocean on Tuesday, bringing strong winds and life-threatening flooding. Typhoon Sinlaku was downgraded from a super typhoon early Wednesday local time as it battered the Northern Mariana Islands, according to the latest advisory from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Guam. The center of the powerful storm was pulling away from Tinian and Saipan, moving northwest at 5 mph. Forecasters said it is expected to pass just west of the islands of Almagan, Pagan and Agrihan in the latter half of the week. As of the latest advisory, maximum sustained winds had decreased to 145 mph, with typhoon-force winds extending up to 75 miles from the center and tropical storm force winds extending outward up to 265 miles. https://www.sott.net/article/505720-Monster-typhoon-bears-down-on-US-controlled-islands-in-the-western-Pacific-Ocean-185-mph-sustained-winds-reported Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:44:59 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505690-Saudi-Arabia-suspends-in-person-classes-after-torrential-rains-floods-hit-Riyadh Saudi Arabia suspended in-person classes at several schools and universities Sunday after torrential rains and flooding swept through Riyadh and other parts of the kingdom. Footage shared on US social media company X showed torrents of water rushing through streets in the Saudi capital after intense rainfall late Saturday. The National Center for Meteorology said heavy rain affecting Riyadh would continue until early Sunday, though its intensity was expected to gradually ease. The Saudi Civil Defense urged residents in Riyadh and the Eastern Province to exercise caution and follow official safety instructions. Saudi state-run Alekhbariah said in-person classes were suspended Sunday at several universities and schools, including Al-Baha University, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences and King Khalid University. The weather center had warned Thursday that most regions of the country would experience moderate to heavy rainfall through Tuesday. https://www.sott.net/article/505690-Saudi-Arabia-suspends-in-person-classes-after-torrential-rains-floods-hit-Riyadh Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:26:14 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505655-Rivers-surge-in-China-as-extreme-weather-brings-hail-and-floods-streets On the afternoon of April 7, 2026, Chaozhou city was suddenly affected by a new round of severe convective weather. Against the backdrop of intensified warm and humid airflow and accumulated atmospheric instability, convective cloud clusters rapidly developed over the urban area, bringing a complex combination of strong winds, frequent thunder, and heavy rainfall. https://www.sott.net/article/505655-Rivers-surge-in-China-as-extreme-weather-brings-hail-and-floods-streets Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:59:30 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505641-Heavy-rain-triggers-deadly-floods-across-Turkiye Severe rainfall across Türkiye has led to at least two fatalities and caused extensive damage to infrastructure in multiple regions. In Osmaniye Province, flooding and mudslides hit the Kadirli district after rivers overflowed, leaving several vehicles submerged, The Caspian Post reports, citing Turkish media. In the Düzici district, a bridge spanning the Delici River collapsed, severing the road that connects the Karajaoglan neighborhood with the village of Göllüler. Negative impacts have also been reported in Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa, where streets have been inundated and traffic flow has been significantly disrupted. Local authorities have called on residents to remain cautious due to the continuing threats of flooding, mudslides, and landslides. According to Haber Global, heavy rainfall is forecast to affect 44 provinces, with some areas also expected to see snowfall as cold air masses move in from the Balkans. The Turkish Meteorological Service has issued warnings about severe... https://www.sott.net/article/505641-Heavy-rain-triggers-deadly-floods-across-Turkiye Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:31:52 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505633-Heavy-rains-floods-in-the-Dominican-Republic-damage-over-1000-homes-foot-of-rainfall-in-under-24-hours Heavy rains in the Dominican Republic killed a toddler, damaged more than 1,000 homes and caused power and water outages on Wednesday, forcing officials to suspend classes at some public and private schools. Forecasters noted that 12 inches (30 centimeters) of rain fell in some areas in less than 24 hours, forcing crews to evacuate more than 5,000 people. "There is no storm drainage system that can withstand that anywhere in the world," President Luis Abinader said. A press official with the Civil Defense agency, Jayssi Capellán, told The Associated Press that a nearly 2-year-old girl died after a wall at her home collapsed in the capital of Santo Domingo. The government ordered nonessential employees to work remotely as authorities warned of flooding and possible landslides, with more than a dozen provinces under alert, including Santo Domingo, which is the hardest hit area. https://www.sott.net/article/505633-Heavy-rains-floods-in-the-Dominican-Republic-damage-over-1000-homes-foot-of-rainfall-in-under-24-hours Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:20:07 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505393-Russia-declares-emergency-in-Dagestans-capital-as-floods-cut-power-to-more-than-327000-people-6-killed-UPDATE Authorities in the capital of the southern Russian region of Dagestan declared a ​state of emergency on Saturday after heavy ‌rainfall led to widespread flooding and power cuts in the region. "Emergency services have been placed on high alert, ​efforts are under way to deal with ​the aftermath, and assistance will be provided ⁠to affected residents," the Makhachkala city administration ​said on Telegram. More than 327,000 people remain without ​power in Dagestan due to bad weather, the regional ministry of emergency situations said. "As of 12:00 (Moscow time, 0900 GMT), ​283 settlements with a population of 327,183 ​people, including 89,705 children, remain without electricity," the ministry said ‌on ⁠its website. https://www.sott.net/article/505393-Russia-declares-emergency-in-Dagestans-capital-as-floods-cut-power-to-more-than-327000-people-6-killed-UPDATE Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:52:04 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505415-Extreme-weather-severe-flooding-and-landslides-in-Afghanistan-leaves-148-dead-UPDATES Severe flooding, a landslide and thunderstorms in parts of Afghanistan have left 17 people dead and 26 injured over the last 24 hours, authorities said Sunday, the latest casualties from extreme weather in the country this season. The number of casualties could increase as crews from the country's National Disaster Management Authority survey the affected areas, the authority's spokesman Yousuf Hammad said in a statement. Thirteen of Afghanistan's 34 provinces, mostly in the western, central and northwestern parts of the country, were affected. The severe weather also left 147 homes either completely or partially destroyed, wiped out 80 kilometers of roads and destroyed agricultural land and irrigation canals, Hammad said. Earlier this year, heavy snowfall and flash floods left dozens of people dead across the country. https://www.sott.net/article/505415-Extreme-weather-severe-flooding-and-landslides-in-Afghanistan-leaves-148-dead-UPDATES Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:47:20 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505578-Angola-hit-by-deadly-floods-at-least-29-dead-and-thousands-displaced-UPDATE Severe flooding has killed at least 15 people in Angola and forced thousands to flee their homes, according to local authorities. The floods, caused by heavy rains, have affected several regions of the country, worsening an already fragile humanitarian situation. The floods caused significant material damage, sweeping away homes and destroying essential infrastructure. In some areas, roads were cut off and villages isolated, complicating access for emergency services and slowing aid operations for the affected population. Authorities are reporting widespread destruction. Thousands of people have been displaced, often in emergency situations, and are now homeless. Living conditions in the affected areas are particularly precarious, with limited access to clean water, food, and healthcare. Humanitarian organizations are warning of the risk of disease spreading in the flooded areas. https://www.sott.net/article/505578-Angola-hit-by-deadly-floods-at-least-29-dead-and-thousands-displaced-UPDATE Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:28:14 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505564-Homes-flooded-roads-swamped-in-Miaoli-Taiwan-after-heavy-rain Heavy rain on Saturday triggered mudslides and flooding in Miaoli County, inundating homes and roads, disrupting traffic and leaving residents stranded in muddy water. https://www.sott.net/article/505564-Homes-flooded-roads-swamped-in-Miaoli-Taiwan-after-heavy-rain Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:32:50 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505546-Landslide-triggered-after-torrential-rain-kills-mother-and-6-children-in-Equatorial-Guinea A landslide triggered following torrential rain in Equatorial Guinea killed a mother and her six children, the central African country´s rescue services said on Friday. The bodies of the victims buried by the landslide were recovered on Friday, including that of the 36-year-old mother, who was eight months pregnant. Witnesses said the landslide happened on Thursday afternoon when downpours fell on the city of Malabo. "A concrete retaining wall collapsed onto their house... followed by a landslide," neighbour Dominica Ada said. "The mother and her six children were all inside," she added. AFP https://www.sott.net/article/505546-Landslide-triggered-after-torrential-rain-kills-mother-and-6-children-in-Equatorial-Guinea Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:18:41 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505510-12-people-died-after-heavy-rains-thunderstorms-floods-in-Pakistan In Pakistan, 12 people have died over the past 24 hours after heavy rains, thunderstorms, and flash floods affected multiple provinces. Authorities declared an emergency in Karachi as heavy rains that started this morning triggered urban flooding. Rescue services, including Edhi Trust and Chhipa Welfare, confirmed five deaths due to electrocution and house walls collapsing in different areas. In Balochistan, the Pakistan Disaster Management Cell reported seven deaths in various parts of the province, including Turbat, Kohlo, Jaffarabad, Loralai, Harnai and Quetta, due to heavy rains since yesterday. Officials reported that a passenger bus carrying 15 people was swept away in the Killa Abdullah area, with rescue teams working to locate and save the passengers. https://www.sott.net/article/505510-12-people-died-after-heavy-rains-thunderstorms-floods-in-Pakistan Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:37:02 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505509-Storm-batters-Greece-killing-one-flooding-homes-and-disrupting-travel A man died and dozens of homes were flooded after heavy rain and gale-force winds battered ​Greece, leaving authorities rushing to repair damage on ‌Thursday. Greek authorities have recovered the body of a man in the seaside holiday town of Nea Makri, 35 kilometres (21.75 miles) ​northeast of Athens, a fire brigade official told ​Reuters on Thursday. The man was believed to ⁠have been carried away by a torrent and trapped ​under a car as he attempted to cross a ​flooded street, local media reported. The fire brigade said it has received hundreds of calls to rescue people trapped in floodwater and help ​clear roads of fallen trees as the Erminio ​storm swept through Athens and several islands in the Aegean Sea ‌on ⁠Wednesday. Early on Thursday, crews were still removing debris, pumping water from flooded buildings and repairing damaged infrastructure east of the capital. Authorities also banned some ferries from sailing ​from the ​port of Piraeus ⁠near Athens to the Greek islands.... https://www.sott.net/article/505509-Storm-batters-Greece-killing-one-flooding-homes-and-disrupting-travel Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:13:47 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505508-Italy-Snowstorms-floods-and-heavy-rain-leave-people-trapped-in-their-homes Heavy rain and snowstorms in central and southern Italy brought down bridges and left people trapped in their homes on Thursday. Firefighters used special snowcat trucks to plow through huge banks of snow in small towns in the Italian region of Molise. https://www.sott.net/article/505508-Italy-Snowstorms-floods-and-heavy-rain-leave-people-trapped-in-their-homes Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:02:23 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505035-Flash-floods-in-Nairobi-Kenya-kill-at-least-110-UPDATED Aid workers ‌pulled bodies from floodwaters across Nairobi on Saturday after overnight flash floods killed at least 10 people, swept away dozens of cars and ​disrupted flights at East Africa's biggest airport, authorities said. In ​the industrial neighbourhood of Grogan, security guard John Lomayan, ⁠34, looked at the body of an elderly man ​he recognised - a roadside egg seller - trapped beneath a car that ​had been washed away when the Nairobi River burst its banks. "I saw him being carried by the water from up there," he said, gesturing ​up the road. "We didn't know where he had gone. ​It is only now that we see him under the car". A Reuters reporter ‌saw ⁠three bodies pulled from underneath cars. Police said 10 people had been confirmed dead so far. https://www.sott.net/article/505035-Flash-floods-in-Nairobi-Kenya-kill-at-least-110-UPDATED Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:47:23 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505447-15-dead-9-missing-after-flash-floods-in-Yemen Flash floods caused by heavy rains have killed 15 people and left nine missing in Yemen's Taiz Governorate, with extensive damage reported, state-run Saba news agency said on Sunday. The agency said the floods, triggered by torrential rains early Friday, struck host communities and camps for internally displaced persons in western and northwestern Taiz. A preliminary government report confirmed the deaths included women and children, while nine others remain missing in Mocha, a port city of the governorate. Initial estimates indicated nearly 5,900 families were affected, with homes partially or completely damaged. Yemen's meteorological authorities warned residents to avoid valleys and low-lying areas during and after rainfall. Source(s): Xinhua News Agency https://www.sott.net/article/505447-15-dead-9-missing-after-flash-floods-in-Yemen Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:35:15 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505386-Malawi-floods-leave-34-dead-nearly-200-injured At least 34 people have died, and nearly 200 others have been injured after heavy rains and flooding swept across Malawi last week, displacing thousands, the country's disaster management agency said on Thursday. Flooding across 23 administrative areas has affected more than 69,000 households, or roughly 310,000 people, with over 6,000 households taking refuge in 84 emergency shelters, the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) said in a statement. The southern district of Chikwawa is the hardest-hit, as nearly 25,000 households have been affected, more than 1,800 displaced into 24 emergency shelters, and nine people killed. The DoDMA said the toll could rise as local authorities continue assessing areas that remain largely inaccessible. The department is working with humanitarian partners to deliver relief to affected areas and has allocated a $10 million (17 billion Malawian Kwacha) to address urgent needs, restore basic services, prevent secondary impacts, and begin... https://www.sott.net/article/505386-Malawi-floods-leave-34-dead-nearly-200-injured Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:20:02 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505372-Landslides-triggered-by-heavy-rainfall-kill-at-least-20-people-in-Tanzania Landslides triggered by heavy rainfall have killed at least 20 people in southern Tanzania in recent days, authorities said, as the death toll from across the wider East African region continues to rise. Rainfall and high winds caused landslides that destroyed houses early Wednesday in the Mbeya region, said Jaffar Haniu, administrator for the Rungwe district where the landslides happened. "The death toll now stands at 20," he told reporters. "One victim is a very young child, a year and a half old." He said meteorologists predict more rainfall in the days ahead, and urged residents of landslide-prone areas to evacuate. In neighboring Kenya, which experiences seasonal flooding each year, at least 88 people have been killed. Flooding events have affected 21 counties and at least two rivers have burst their banks since heavy rains started earlier this month. https://www.sott.net/article/505372-Landslides-triggered-by-heavy-rainfall-kill-at-least-20-people-in-Tanzania Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:28:00 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505363-Floods-and-floods-cause-damage-to-avenues-in-Bauru-Brazil Heavy rains caused flooding, landslides, flash floods and falling trees and branches in the city of Bauruin the interior of São Paulo, during the late afternoon of this Wednesday (25). According to Civil Defense, in addition, two victims were trapped inside a vehicle due to the storms, and were rescued by the Fire Department. The incidents remain ongoing. Also according to the agency, Bauru was the city that recorded the highest rainfall in 24 hours in the entire state of São Paulo. In a note, Bauru City Hall informed that, due to the strength of the water, the repair service at the site should begin this Thursday (26), if weather conditions improve. https://www.sott.net/article/505363-Floods-and-floods-cause-damage-to-avenues-in-Bauru-Brazil Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:43:25 +0000 https://www.sott.net/article/505340-Hail-turns-roads-deserts-white-in-Fujairah-RAK-as-heavy-rains-hit-the-United-Arab-Emirates Hail and heavy rains swept across parts of the UAE, transforming stretches of desert and city landscapes into a sheet of white. Footage posted on social media by Storm Centre showed the scale of the weather impact, with Fujairah, Al Dhafra Region and Ras Al Khaimah being covered with hail. In Fujairah, hail fell steadily over open desert terrain, with ice pellets accumulating across the sand to form thin white patches. Dark, towering storm clouds loomed overhead, underscoring the intensity of the system moving through the eastern region. In Al Dhafra, the phenomenon appeared even more dramatic, with hail lining the edges of sand dunes and tracing white contours across the orange landscape, creating a rare, almost surreal contrast. https://www.sott.net/article/505340-Hail-turns-roads-deserts-white-in-Fujairah-RAK-as-heavy-rains-hit-the-United-Arab-Emirates Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:01:15 +0000