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Deadly Cloudbursts Unleash Havoc in India and Pakistan, Claiming Hundreds

Deadly Cloudbursts Unleash Havoc in India and Pakistan, Claiming Hundreds

Deadly Cloudbursts Unleash Havoc in India and Pakistan, Claiming Hundreds Cloudbursts have unleashed a wave of destruction across mountainous regions of India and Pakistan, leading to widespread chaos and significant loss of life. These extreme weather events, characterized by immense rainfall over a short period, have resulted in flash flooding, landslides, and mudflows. In Pakistan’s northwestern Buner district alone, a single cloudburst tragically claimed the lives of an estimated 300 people. The deluge was so intense it flattened homes and…

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Pakistan Monsoon Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 220 Amid Fresh Rain Warnings

Pakistan Monsoon Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 220 Amid Fresh Rain Warnings

Pakistan Monsoon Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 220 Amid Fresh Rain Warnings The death toll from devastating monsoon flooding in northwest Pakistan has surged to at least 220, with rescuers working overnight to recover more bodies from homes flattened by flash floods and landslides. The tragedy unfolded in districts like Buner, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, where torrential rains on Friday unleashed deluges described by eyewitnesses as carrying “hundreds of boulders and tons of rocks.” Emergency services reported that hundreds of rescue…

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Deadly Monsoon Floods Ravage Pakistan and Kashmir; Death Toll Mounts Amid Ongoing Rescue Operations

Deadly Monsoon Floods Ravage Pakistan and Kashmir; Death Toll Mounts Amid Ongoing Rescue Operations

Deadly Monsoon Floods Ravage Pakistan and Kashmir; Death Toll Mounts Amid Ongoing Rescue Operations Catastrophic monsoon flooding continues to devastate Pakistan and parts of India-controlled Kashmir, with the death toll climbing sharply as rescue operations intensify and forecasters warn of more torrential rains. In Pakistan’s northwest, particularly Buner district, at least 220 people have perished, with dozens more bodies recovered overnight from homes flattened by flash floods and landslides. The scale of destruction in areas like Buner, part of Khyber…

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Juneau Braces for Annual Glacial Outburst Floods Amidst Rising Global Concerns

Juneau Braces for Annual Glacial Outburst Floods Amidst Rising Global Concerns

Juneau Braces for Annual Glacial Outburst Floods Amidst Rising Global Concerns Juneau, Alaska, is once again on high alert as the region enters August, the peak month for glacial outburst floods. While the city’s recently reinforced barrier systems, implemented after the significant 2024 event, have shown effectiveness in mitigating property damage, residents remain vigilant. These unpredictable floods, known as Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), occur when natural ice or sediment dams collapse, unleashing torrents of water downstream. Although common in…

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Juneau Recovers After Record Glacier Flood: Evacuation Orders Lifted, Damage Assessed

Juneau Recovers After Record Glacier Flood: Evacuation Orders Lifted, Damage Assessed

Juneau Recovers After Record Glacier Flood: Evacuation Orders Lifted, Damage Assessed Juneau, Alaska, is now assessing the aftermath of what was anticipated to be a record-setting glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) from the Mendenhall Glacier’s Suicide Basin. Residents who were urged to evacuate on Tuesday and Wednesday are beginning to return, as floodwaters from the Mendenhall River have crested and are now receding. Authorities had issued urgent warnings for parts of the city, especially the Mendenhall Valley, as the river…

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Colorado Wildfires Intensify, Forcing Evacuations Amidst Relentless Heat and Wind

Colorado Wildfires Intensify, Forcing Evacuations Amidst Relentless Heat and Wind

Colorado Wildfires Intensify, Forcing Evacuations Amidst Relentless Heat and Wind Massive wildfires continue to rage across western Colorado, consuming over 120,000 acres as firefighters battle relentless hot and windy conditions. The blazes, primarily sparked by lightning, pose an immediate threat to homes, oil and gas infrastructure, and local communities. The Lee Fire, the larger of the two major incidents, has already triggered evacuations in two counties, impacting residential areas and even a prison. At one point, the fire came within…

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Greece Wildfires Extinguished; Turkiye Reports Two Deaths Amid Ongoing Blazes

Greece Wildfires Extinguished; Turkiye Reports Two Deaths Amid Ongoing Blazes

Greece Wildfires Extinguished; Turkiye Reports Two Deaths Amid Ongoing Blazes As of Friday, July 4, 2025, major wildfires that forced thousands to evacuate across Greece have largely been extinguished or brought under control, with no casualties reported in the country. However, neighboring Turkiye continues to battle extensive blazes, which have tragically claimed two lives. On the Greek island of Crete, a massive wildfire near Ierapetra that prompted the evacuation of 5,000 residents and tourists on Wednesday evening has been successfully…

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Europe Grapples with Unprecedented Heatwave as Records Shatter Across Continent

Europe Grapples with Unprecedented Heatwave as Records Shatter Across Continent

Europe Grapples with Unprecedented Heatwave as Records Shatter Across Continent An extreme and unprecedented heatwave continues to grip Southern Europe, with temperatures soaring to historic highs and triggering widespread alerts. Spain has recorded punishing highs of 46C (114.8F), while nearly all of mainland France remains under high heat warnings, prompting urgent action from authorities. This severe heat, exacerbated by global warming, has scorched Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, and Greece for several days, marking the region’s first major heatwave of the…

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Our Oceans Are Changing Color: A Stunning Visual Sign of Climate Change

Our Oceans Are Changing Color: A Stunning Visual Sign of Climate Change

Our Oceans Are Changing Color: A Stunning Visual Sign of Climate Change For centuries, poets have described the ocean’s hues, but a new study reveals a dramatic shift in the sea’s palette—a visual testament to climate change. Analyzing satellite data from 2003 to 2022, researchers from Duke University and the Georgia Institute of Technology uncovered a striking phenomenon: the ocean is changing color. Equatorial waters are becoming bluer, while polar waters are turning greener. The culprit? Phytoplankton, the microscopic plants…

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