Al Jazeera17h ago
At least six dead in heavy rains in northeast Brazil, thousands displaced
At least six people have died and approximately 3,00
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At least six dead in heavy rains in northeast Brazil, thousands displaced
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May 2, 2026
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At least six people died in heavy rains in the Pernambuco and Paraiba states on Saturday.
— Authorities
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The National Center for Risk and Disaster Management issued 22 emergency alerts during the rain event.
— National Center for Risk and Disaster Management
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At least 183 people were killed in flooding in the state of Rio Grande do Sul in 2024.
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The operational level for the region was raised to maximum alert due to weather forecasts.
— National Center for Risk and Disaster Management
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Rain disasters, including flooding and landslides, tripled in Brazil from 1991 to 2023.
— Brazilian Alliance for Ocean Culture
May 1, 2026
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The Guardian - World News2d ago
Weather tracker: Tornadoes and giant hail in central US
Severe thunderstorms impacted the central US from Monday to Wednesday, bringing multiple tornadoes and large hail. An EF2 tornado hit Sycamore, Kansas, on Monday, while Tuesday saw widespread damage from hailstones up to 12cm in Springfield, Missouri, causing significant property damage and the death of an emu. Wednesday featured an EF3 tornado in Mineral Wells, Texas, injuring five and damaging numerous structures. Concurrently, southern China experienced extreme rainfall, with over 500mm falling in 12 hours in Guangxi, leading to widespread flooding and evacuations. Moscow, Russia, also broke weather records with a significant snowstorm on Wednesday and Thursday, causing tree damage and travel disruptions.
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An EF2 tornado struck the town of Sycamore, Kansas, on Monday.
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An EF3 tornado in Mineral Wells, Texas, reached wind speeds of 145mph and injured five people.
— Mayor of Mineral Wells
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Qinzhou in southern China received 538mm of rain in 12 hours, more than a third of its annual average.
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Moscow recorded 21cm of snow overnight, the highest depth measured at this time of year since 1880.
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Hailstones up to 12cm in diameter fell in Springfield, Missouri, likely making it the costliest hailstorm in the city's history.
Apr 27, 2026
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The Guardian - World News6d ago
Weather tracker: Torrential rain in southern China leads to flooding fears
Southern China is experiencing widespread heavy rain, with some areas expecting up to 200mm by Wednesday, prompting concerns of flooding. Authorities are reinforcing patrols and emergency responses, and reservoirs with safety issues must remain empty. Torrential rain is also forecast for Bangladesh, northern Myanmar, and eastern India, potentially exceeding 400mm locally. Meanwhile, central and northern India are enduring extreme heat with temperatures reaching 45°C, leading to heatwave alerts. Nigeria has also seen damaging floods due to heavy rainfall and poor drainage. In contrast, central western Canada is experiencing unseasonably cold weather with sub-freezing temperatures and snow.
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South China Morning Post6d ago
Lightning strikes kill 14 in a day as seasonal storms hit Bangladesh
At least 14 people were killed in Bangladesh after lightning strikes hit several districts on Sunday, as seasonal thunderstorms swept across the country. The victims were mostly farmers working in open fields and labourers caught in exposed areas, according to local authorities. Several other people were injured and taken to nearby hospitals, with some in critical condition. The deaths occurred during a period of heavy rain and intense lightning, which is common during this time of year in Bangladesh. The country has declared lightning strikes a natural disaster since 2016, highlighting the severity of the issue. The incident highlights the risks faced by people working outdoors during seasonal storms.
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Widespread heavy rain is sweeping over southern China, with rainfall totals expected to exceed 100mm across many parts of Guangxi, Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang, Jiangxi and Hunan provinces.
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Reservoirs with known safety concerns must remain empty during the period, as well as through the coming rainy season.
— Office of the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management
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Heavy rainfall has also been falling in Nigeria, causing widespread damage and destruction across some areas of Jalingo, the state capital of Taraba.
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at least 14 people were killed
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lightning strikes kill hundreds of people every year in Bangladesh