Nepal is facing one of its most devastating natural disasters in recent years after catastrophic flash floods and landslides swept through large parts of the country. The disaster, which began on August 26, 2026, has destroyed homes, roads, bridges and critical infrastructure while leaving thousands of people missing. As rescue operations entered their sixth day…
A devastating flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse has struck the Himalayan border region of Nepal and China’s Tibet, leaving hundreds dead, hundreds of people missing and communities facing the possibility of further flooding. Rescue teams are continuing operations across remote valleys after torrents of water, ice, rock and mud swept through settlements and…
The United Nations has issued one of its strongest climate warnings in recent years, cautioning that a rapidly strengthening El Niño weather phenomenon could significantly intensify global heatwaves, droughts, floods and food insecurity over the coming months. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the World Food Programme (WFP), there is now an 81%…
Africa is preparing for what experts describe as one of the most severe climate challenges in recent years, as forecasts indicate that a powerful “Super” El Niño weather event could strike parts of the continent in the coming months. According to the African Development Bank (AfDB), the phenomenon could result in economic losses of up…
Scientists are warning that the ongoing 2026 El Niño could become the strongest ever recorded, raising concerns about a surge in extreme weather events, rising global temperatures, food insecurity, and economic disruption across multiple continents. New climate model analyses indicate that sea surface temperatures in the central Pacific Ocean are increasing at an unprecedented rate,…
When nature unleashes its fury, it is often the courage and dedication of first responders that stand between disaster and hope. Recently, Surat, Gujarat, witnessed one of its heaviest spells of rainfall, causing severe waterlogging across several parts of the city. As roads disappeared under floodwaters and thousands of residents became stranded, the Surat Police,…
As climate change intensifies across the globe, heatwaves are no longer just uncomfortable summer events—they are becoming deadly disasters. France is once again facing the harsh reality of extreme weather, with reports indicating nearly 1,000 excess deaths linked to the recent record-breaking heatwave. Temperatures soaring above 43°C have not only claimed lives but also disrupted…
Every year on June 5, the world comes together to celebrate World Environment Day, a global movement dedicated to protecting our planet. While many people know about climate change, pollution, and deforestation, there are countless fascinating environmental facts that rarely make headlines. As we mark World Environment Day 2026, here are some astonishing truths about…
