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Grand Canyon: At least one dead and around 15 missing after flash flood

A flash flood struck the Grand Canyon in the United States on August 31, 2026, killing at least one person according to a provisional toll released by authorities on that day. Around 15 people remained actively missing in the canyon at the time of this count. This natural site is one of the most popular destinations in the western United States, which explains the presence of many visitors at the time of the disaster. The toll remains provisional and is subject to change.

31 August 2026 at 09:43

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Nepal floods leave nearly 400 dead and about 1,400 missing

A mass of water and mud swept through communities along Nepal’s Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers on Wednesday. Nearly 400 people have died and about 1,400, mainly tourists, remain missing. Thirty-nine Australians are among those unaccounted for, including several families travelling on pilgrimages to Mount Kailash in Tibet. Relatives say they have received no clear information about the search efforts.

28 August 2026 at 04:44

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Nepal and Tibet: More Than 1,300 Missing After Himalayan Flash Flood

As many as 1,400 people are missing in Nepal and China after a flash flood in the Himalayas. At least 163 people have died, although reported tolls differ. A possible glacier collapse triggered an avalanche of ice and debris followed by a flood wave. Rescuers have saved 104 people in Nepal, while mud and blocked roads are hampering access to the border region.

27 August 2026 at 05:02

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Nepal ice avalanche may have triggered cascade; at least 95 deaths reported

An ice avalanche from a high-altitude glacier may have triggered a massive cascade in a Nepalese valley, according to an initial analysis of satellite images reported by The New York Times. BBC Breaking reports that flooding between Nepal and Tibet has killed at least 95 people. Hundreds are also reportedly missing, including 33 British nationals, according to Nepal’s tourism office as cited by BBC Breaking. The casualty and missing-person figures come from a single source and have not been independently confirmed.

26 August 2026 at 15:34

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Venezuela: Death Toll from Double Earthquake Reaches 6,438

The death toll from the double earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24 has reached 6,438, according to figures announced Monday by Parliament President Jorge Rodriguez. The previous official count stood at 6,301 as of August 10. The two earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, triggered the collapse of at least 190 buildings. Nearly 60,000 homes were affected by the disaster, with more than 24,000 now uninhabitable. Thousands of residents continue to live in temporary camps, often in precarious conditions, while rescue workers search for remaining bodies in the rubble. The government has not released figures on the number of missing persons.

18 August 2026 at 04:40

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Colombia earthquake: Survivors heard beneath rubble in Cali

A deadly earthquake struck Colombia during the night of August 11, 2026, prompting a search for survivors in Cali, according to The New York Times. Rescuers working in the city reported hearing people calling out from beneath the rubble, confirming that survivors remained trapped. Search operations are continuing, but the available source does not specify the exact number of people killed or injured.

11 August 2026 at 17:01

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Colombia: Over 100 Dead After Earthquake Described as Most Powerful in a Decade

An earthquake struck Colombia's Pacific coastal region on August 10, 2026. According to the New York Times, the earthquake caused the deaths of more than 100 people. The earthquake is described as the most powerful to hit this region in a decade, making it a significant seismic event for the country.

10 August 2026 at 21:14

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Colombia: 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes western region

A powerful earthquake struck western Colombia. At least 20 people were killed, 18 in Pereira and two in Manizales, while buildings collapsed and six airports suspended operations.

10 August 2026 at 16:10

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Philippines: At least 13 dead as torrential rains flood Manila

Torrential rains killed at least 13 people in the Philippines on August 10, 2026, according to Le Monde. These precipitations, intensified by tropical storms, flooded the streets of Manila, the capital. On Luzon Island, the country's main island, authorities closed schools and public buildings.

10 August 2026 at 13:00

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Namibia: forest fire active since August 4, 2026, classified as green alert

A forest fire broke out in Namibia on August 4, 2026, with the latest thermal anomaly detection recorded on August 6, 2026. The incident has been classified as a green alert — the lowest humanitarian impact level — according to GDACS, indicating that affected populations face limited vulnerability. International monitoring agencies contribute to tracking the fire, including the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), a UN specialized agency. The exact burned area and fire origin remain unspecified in available data.

6 August 2026 at 09:54

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Guatemala's Fuego volcano eruption ends with no casualties or damage

The eruption of the Fuego volcano in Guatemala ended on August 5, 2026, without causing any casualties or material damage, according to Le Monde. Volcanic activity had intensified during the night of August 4-5 before subsiding. Authorities reported no victims or structural losses.

5 August 2026 at 21:12

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Poland: Green-level flood alert, no deaths or displaced persons reported

A green-level flood alert was issued for Poland on July 31, 2026, according to GDACS. No deaths or displacement of the population have been reported. The humanitarian impact of the event is assessed as low, based on the magnitude of the flood, the exposed population and its vulnerability. Data was last updated on August 2, 2026.

2 August 2026 at 07:47

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Argentina: green alert flood displaces 106 people, no deaths reported

A green alert-level flood began in Argentina on July 24, 2026. According to GDACS, the disaster displaced 106 people with no reported deaths. The most recent update is dated July 26, 2026. The humanitarian impact has been assessed as low, based on the magnitude of the event, the exposed population, and vulnerability factors.

27 July 2026 at 15:32

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Australia: Active forest fire since July 20, 2026, green humanitarian alert

A forest fire was detected in Australia on July 20, 2026, and remained active on July 26, according to GDACS. The organization classified the event at green alert level, indicating low humanitarian impact calculated based on burned area and vulnerability of affected populations. In total, 32 scientific data sources are mobilized to monitor the fire.

26 July 2026 at 07:57

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Typhoon Noul: More than 340,000 evacuated in Guangdong, China

Typhoon Noul made landfall on July 26, 2026, in Guangdong province in southern China, according to Le Monde. More than 340,000 people had been evacuated before the typhoon's arrival. The phenomenon caused major disruptions in the region, with cancelled flights and extremely strong winds affecting the area.

26 July 2026 at 05:33

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Botswana: Active forest fire since July 23, 2026, estimated low humanitarian impact

A forest fire started in Botswana on July 23, 2026 and remained active on July 24, when the last thermal anomaly was detected. According to GDACS, the event has been classified at a "green" alert level, indicating a low estimated humanitarian impact. The data comes from multiple specialized agencies, including the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations.

24 July 2026 at 21:43

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Chapinería evacuated due to forest fire: a couple among the last to leave the village

On July 24, 2026, authorities in Spain's Community of Madrid ordered the evacuation of Chapinería, a village of 2,750 residents, due to a nearby forest fire, issuing an alert on residents' mobile phones. Mohamed Chara, a 63-year-old Moroccan chef who has lived in Spain for 35 years, and his wife Asia Bakuri were among the last inhabitants to leave, stopped by the Guardia Civil. The fire was burning near Navas del Rey. The couple had to leave behind their cat Mili, unable to be found, with her bowls filled with food and water by the door.

24 July 2026 at 20:37

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Wildfires in France and Spain: Cap Ferret evacuated, EU deploys water-bombing aircraft

On July 24, 2026, French authorities ordered the total evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula (Gironde), threatened by two simultaneous fires that crossed the firefighters' firebreak during the night, bringing the burned area to over 10,000 hectares. France activated the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, which is deploying 3 water-bombing aircraft. Emmanuel Macron describes the situation as "very intense". In Spain, a state of national emergency is declared, with over 10,000 people evacuated near Madrid and Ávila.

24 July 2026 at 08:24

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Berghotel Fafleralp Saved by Million-Franc Donation After Blatten Landslide

Berghotel Fafleralp in Blatten, Lötschental valley in Valais, was the only hotel in the village to be spared by a landslide that devastated the region. Despite its intact buildings, the establishment faced closure as a result of the natural disaster. A donation of several million Swiss francs has now secured the hotel's future. Since the disaster, the village of Blatten has received tens of millions of francs in financial aid from various sources. However, some local businesses worry they may not benefit from these support measures.

21 July 2026 at 16:48

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Northern Chile: Storm kills 5, president declares disaster state

A storm has been striking northern Chile since July 15, 2026, killing five people. On July 20, the Chilean president declared a state of disaster — a formal emergency measure allowing systematic compensation for victims of damage caused by natural agents such as floods or landslides. According to Chile's Under-Secretary of State for Interior on July 19, the amount of rain normally recorded in a month fell in a single hour in the region. Northern Chile is home to the Atacama Desert, one of the driest areas on the planet.

20 July 2026 at 20:51

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