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Train services at Glasgow Central have been severely disrupted due to heavy flooding on Thursday, May 23, 2024. The flooding, caused by the River Caldew bursting its banks, has inundated the West Coast Main Line in Carlisle, affecting all services between Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, and Carlisle. Avanti West Coast has canceled services between Preston and Glasgow/Edinburgh in both directions, urging travelers to avoid these routes. The disruption has major implications for travel and tourism, particularly for those planning trips to or from Glasgow.

Afghanistan has been hit by severe flooding, resulting in widespread destruction and the loss of over 350 lives. The heavy rainfall has destroyed roads, isolated remote areas, and caused extensive damage to homes, agricultural land, and livestock. The International Rescue Committee estimates that hundreds of thousands have been left stranded without access to services.

Residents in Bancroft, Ontario, spent Thursday cleaning up after a beaver dam break flooded sections of the town on Wednesday evening. The flooding impacted several streets in the east end of the community, including Woodview Lane north of Highway 29 and east of Highway 62, leading to road damage and flooded residences and businesses. The town reported that some streets have since reopened, but Cleak Avenue between Woodview Lane and Madawaska Street remains closed due to road damage. The North Hastings Community Cupboard food bank was spared from the flooding and remains open. Bancroft has experienced springtime flooding in the past, often due to snowmelt and spring rains impacting the Gull River, but the beaver dam break has caused significant flooding this year.

Heavy rains continue to batter Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul state, where over 136 people have died in floods since last week. Over 400,000 have been displaced, with 70,000 sheltering in temporary locations. The poor are particularly vulnerable, with limited options to move to safer areas. The devastation may be comparable to Hurricane Katrina that hit New Orleans in 2005. Weather experts predict a cold front, raising concerns over hypothermia. Celebrities, agencies, and the government have mobilized to provide support to flood victims.

On Thursday, severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, hail, and the threat of tornadoes, persisted in the southern United States, affecting millions across the region. This marked the fourth consecutive day of destructive storms, which have resulted in at least four fatalities and widespread damage across ten states. Tornado watches were issued for millions in Central Texas to Georgia, while severe thunderstorm watches were in effect for Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas. As of Thursday evening, approximately 120,000 customers were without power across several states.

Hong Kong experienced its first red rainstorm warning of the year on May 4, 2024, leading to widespread flooding and disruption across the territory. The heavy rainfall, attributed to an upper air disturbance, prompted the issuance of additional warnings for landslips and thunderstorms. The impacts were particularly felt in the New Territories area of Lohas Park, where vehicles were submerged in a flooded public car park, and in Tseung Kwan O, where road closures and bus suspensions disrupted daily life. The Saikung district recorded up to 140mm of rainfall in less than two hours, with more rain expected, leading to the suspension of school classes and limited services in some hospital clinics in the area.

The Alstom Foundation has donated to the “Qazastanhalkyna” public fund to support flood relief efforts in Kazakhstan. The fund will use the donation to build houses for those impacted by the floods, with memorandums already finalized to build 314 houses in three regions. Alstom employees in Astana have also donated clothing to the “Istoki dobra” charitable fund to assist individuals in need in Northern Kazakhstan.

Heavy rains have once again struck the United Arab Emirates, leading to school and office closures. The downpours, accompanied by strong winds, have caused flooding in parts of Dubai, including the emirate’s financial hub. The city’s airport has also been affected, with flights canceled and diverted. While the rainfall is not as severe as the record-breaking downpours in April, it highlights the country’s vulnerability to climate change-related extreme weather events.

A tragic mountain road collapse in China’s Guangdong province on Wednesday has claimed the lives of at least 48 people, leaving three unidentified victims. Amidst ongoing torrential rainfall, the incident involved over 20 cars tumbling down a steep slope after a portion of the Meizhou-Dabu Expressway collapsed. Some vehicles caught fire upon impact, complicating rescue operations. Chinese President Xi Jinping has given instructions for swift disaster relief efforts, urging immediate repair of damaged roads and traffic restoration. Meanwhile, Premier Li Qiang has emphasized tireless efforts in rescuing the injured, searching for trapped individuals, and mitigating potential hazards. In recent weeks, Guangdong has been grappling with a series of weather-related disasters, including a deadly tornado in Guangzhou.

Dubai International Airport (DXB), a major global aviation hub, has experienced significant operational disruptions due to unprecedented heavy rainfall. The flooding has inundated the airport’s runways, making it challenging for aircraft to take off or land. Consequently, several flights have been delayed or canceled, creating inconvenience for travelers.