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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for severe heatwave conditions expected to grip six states on May 28th, including Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. These conditions are expected to abate gradually after May 27th. Additionally, a heatwave is forecast for Himachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and parts of Uttar Pradesh until May 30th, while Madhya Pradesh and Jammu will experience heatwave conditions until May 29th. Hot and humid weather is also predicted for Gujarat until May 31st and Bihar on May 28th. Meanwhile, cyclonic storm Remal has made landfall in Bangladesh and West Bengal, prompting warnings from the IMD regarding heavy rains in the affected region.

The Canary Islands are facing a growing threat from severe calima storms, with the potential to impact tourism and mar the islands’ appeal. In recent years, the intensity of these storms has increased, posing greater risks to travelers and disrupting vacation plans.

Devastating storms over the weekend have claimed the lives of at least 18 individuals and caused widespread damage across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas. In Texas alone, seven fatalities have been reported, including two young children, while more than 200 homes and structures have been destroyed or damaged. The storms, which included multiple tornadoes, have also resulted in injuries and widespread power outages. Emergency crews are actively searching for survivors and clearing debris, urging the public to avoid affected areas.

Powerful storms tore through the US South, leaving behind a grim toll of lives lost, widespread injuries, and extensive property damage. The severe weather system impacted Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, obliterating homes, tearing apart a truck stop, and leaving communities reeling from the devastation. Authorities have confirmed at least 15 fatalities, with over 100 injuries and hundreds more affected by the storms.

A deadly tornado ripped through Greenfield, Iowa, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming multiple lives. The storm ravaged the town, obliterating homes, uprooting trees, and crumpling cars. Rescuers searched for survivors amidst the wreckage, while the town’s hospital was among the buildings heavily damaged. The storm’s impact was felt across the region, with power outages affecting over 130,000 customers in Illinois and Wisconsin. Authorities have imposed a curfew and restricted media access to the town. The tornado is part of a larger weather system that has brought severe storms and tornadoes to multiple states, including Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, and Nebraska. The National Weather Service warns that more severe weather is possible in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri.

Severe storms have ravaged central Wisconsin, potentially spawning tornadoes and causing widespread damage. The National Weather Service (NWS) has received numerous reports of damage across several counties, which has disrupted travel plans and tourism activities in the region. Local authorities and tourism businesses must act swiftly to address the immediate aftermath while also implementing long-term strategies to bolster the sector’s resilience.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued severe heatwave warnings for several states in northern India, including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. Temperatures in these regions have already crossed 45 degrees Celsius. Additionally, heatwave conditions are expected in Jammu, Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh until May 25, and Maharashtra will experience similar conditions until May 24. The IMD has also issued heavy rainfall warnings for parts of West Bengal, Odisha, Mizoram, Tripura, Manipur, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, and Kerala. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is possible in Kerala on May 22nd and 23rd.

Severe storms are expected to batter the US Midwest today, potentially bringing tornadoes, large hail, and disruptive winds. Over 25 million people are under a Level 3 or 4 risk for severe weather, including tornadoes reaching EF2 or higher. The storms are expected to unleash their fury this afternoon through the evening, particularly in Iowa, northwest Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, and northern Missouri. Des Moines and other major cities in the region are at the highest risk for tornadoes and damaging winds. Flash flooding is also a concern, with heavy rains predicted for parts of Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Nebraska. The severe weather is part of a larger pattern that has affected the US in recent weeks and is expected to continue into Wednesday, bringing more thunderstorms and potential tornadoes from Texas to Kentucky.

A prolonged period of severe weather has entered Wednesday, affecting travelers in the central and southeastern U.S. Over 20 million people are at risk of encountering severe storm conditions, with major travel hubs like Orlando, Amarillo, Oklahoma City, and Charlotte facing potential disruptions. Florida, particularly vulnerable to tornadoes, has already seen travel delays due to a tornado watch and airport ground stops. As Florida’s weather improves, severe thunderstorms are expected to intensify in other regions, including the southern Plains, the Carolinas, and southern Virginia. Travelers are urged to monitor weather updates and check with transportation providers for delays and cancellations.

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.