Heavy rains across Gujarat have led to severe flooding, displacing thousands and claiming lives. Several rivers and reservoirs are overflowing, leading to widespread inundation. Political leaders have expressed concern and called for urgent relief efforts.
Gujarat is experiencing widespread flooding due to heavy rainfall, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for multiple districts. The situation is particularly dire in Vadodara, where the Vishwamitri River has overflowed, causing extensive damage. The government has deployed the Indian Army, NDRF, and SDRF to assist in relief and rescue operations.
Torrential rainfall in Gujarat has led to flooding, displacing hundreds of people and causing widespread damage. The Sant Sarovar Dam in Gandhinagar is overflowing, and several districts have been impacted. The central government has pledged assistance, and rescue operations are underway in Morbi, where a tragic accident claimed the lives of 17 people.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain in parts of Scotland, forecasting widespread travel disruptions and potential flooding. The warning is in effect for 16 hours, starting Tuesday morning, and urges residents and travelers to prepare for challenging conditions.
Tropical Storm Hone is approaching Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the Big Island, potentially causing flooding and wind damage. A red flag warning has been issued for the leeward sides of all islands due to increased wildfire risk. While the storm is expected to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane, authorities are urging visitors to postpone outdoor activities but not to cancel their trips.
Due to heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides, the Tripura government has announced a two-day closure of all schools in the state. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Manik Saha has appealed to the Union Home Minister for additional NDRF teams to aid relief efforts.
A series of severe storms has swept across Europe, causing widespread disruptions during the peak summer holiday season. Heavy rains have led to flooding, beach closures, flight cancellations, and even a tragic boating accident in Sicily. The storms have impacted several countries, including Austria, France, Spain, and Greece, prompting authorities to issue warnings and urge residents and tourists to stay safe.
Torrential rainfall in Yemen, already struggling with a decade-long war, has caused devastating flooding, leading to at least 60 deaths and affecting over 268,000 people. The flooding has damaged infrastructure and displaced families, highlighting the country’s vulnerability to climate change. The UN is urging for immediate assistance to address the ongoing crisis.
The United Kingdom is preparing for heavy rain and strong winds this week as the remnants of Hurricane Ernesto, which recently caused significant damage in the Caribbean, are set to impact the country. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings, particularly for Scotland, where up to 15cm of rain and 60mph winds are expected, potentially leading to flooding and travel disruptions. The storm’s influence will also impact sunsets and sunrises across Britain.
Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir led to flooding in Kangan, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued orange alerts for heavy precipitation in several states, including Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha.
