Natural disasters are large-scale events caused by natural processes that can result in significant loss of life, property damage, and environmental disruption. These events are often unpredictable and can occur with devastating force.
The remnants of Hurricane Francine, though weakened, are set to linger over the southern United States, bringing with them several days of heavy rainfall and the potential for isolated tornadoes through the end of the week.
Central Europe is on high alert as weather models predict a significant rainfall event in the coming days, potentially leading to catastrophic flooding.
Egypt is experiencing a scorching heat wave as summer draws to a close. According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA), temperatures will reach unusually high levels due to the El Niño phenomenon and a low-pressure system affecting the region.
Typhoon Yagi, one of the most powerful storms to hit the region in the last decade, slammed into Vietnam on Saturday after leaving destruction in its wake across southern China. The storm claimed the lives of two people and injured 92 others as it made landfall on the Chinese island of Hainan.
Severe floods that hit North Korea on July 27, 2024, have left an estimated 1,500 people either dead or missing, according to reports. The catastrophic flooding displaced 15,000 people and caused significant damage to 2,800 hectares (7,000 acres) of agricultural land.
