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Torrential rainfall in southeastern Brazil’s Minas Gerais state caused floods and landslides that killed at least 30 people and left 39 missing, with Juiz de Fora and Ubá among the hardest-hit areas as homes were swept away and rescues continue; a state of emergency was declared, shelters opened, and officials linked the disaster to record February rainfall amid broader climate-change–related extreme weather.
Heavy rains in Minas Gerais caused floods and landslides, killing at least 25 people (mostly in Juiz de Fora and Ubá) with dozens reported missing and thousands displaced; authorities declared a state of calamity and mobilized rescue and humanitarian assistance.
Heavy rains have triggered floods and landslides across New Zealand's North Island, leaving around 8,000 people without power and prompting evacuations. In Mount Maunganui, a campground landslide left several people missing and rescuers digging through debris, while other incidents include a man swept away in the Mahurangi River and additional missing people in Papamoa; authorities urge avoiding non-essential travel as Fire and Emergency NZ handles hundreds of weather-related calls and the search continues.
California’s Pacific Coast Highway fully reopened after a three-year closure, with the seven-mile Big Sur stretch the last to come back online following multiple landslides (Regent’s Slide and Paul’s Slide) and a wildfire. Caltrans stabilized slopes with deep steel reinforcements and removed vast amounts of mud and debris, restoring a vital economic lifeline for Big Sur, and Gov. Newsom called the reopening a relief for local businesses and residents.
California's Highway 1 along Big Sur is fully open again between Carmel and Cambria after three years of landslide repairs. Caltrans spent about $162 million on stabilization and reconstruction, a reopening expected to boost local tourism and business, though officials caution future closures are possible during winter storms, particularly near Regent's Slide north of Lucia.
Cyclone Ditwah caused devastating landslides in Sri Lanka, resulting in at least 410 deaths, 336 missing persons, and widespread destruction, especially in the Kandy region, as authorities work to clear roads, restore communication, and provide shelter for displaced residents.
Severe flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia, driven by extreme monsoon rains intensified by climate change, have resulted in over 1,000 deaths in countries including Indonesia and Sri Lanka, with ongoing rescue efforts and international aid appeals.
Hurricane Melissa has intensified to a Category 4 storm, threatening Jamaica, Haiti, and surrounding areas with catastrophic flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage, prompting emergency responses and evacuations.
Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane, bringing catastrophic flooding and landslides to Jamaica, Haiti, and surrounding areas, with warnings and watches in effect as it moves slowly through the Caribbean.
Heavy rains from two tropical storms caused devastating flooding and landslides in Mexico, cutting off 300 communities, with at least 64 deaths and many missing. The government and residents are actively engaged in rescue and relief efforts, focusing on evacuations, restoring access, and preventing disease outbreaks.
Severe flooding and landslides caused by tropical storms have devastated central and eastern Mexico, cutting off 300 communities, causing at least 64 deaths, and leaving many missing. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with military, civilian, and private aid working to evacuate residents and deliver supplies amid extensive damage and ongoing risks.
Severe rains in Mexico have caused deadly floods and landslides across five states, resulting in at least 64 deaths and 65 missing persons, with the situation expected to worsen as rescue efforts continue.
Heavy rains caused severe flooding and landslides across Mexico, resulting in at least 41 deaths, widespread destruction, and thousands of homes damaged, with rescue efforts ongoing.
Severe flooding in Mexico caused by heavy rainfall has resulted in at least 27 deaths, with many more missing, extensive property damage, and widespread disruption, prompting large-scale rescue and relief operations.
Heavy rains in Mexico, linked to Post-Tropical Cyclone Priscilla and Tropical Storm Raymond, have caused at least 27 deaths, widespread flooding, landslides, and extensive damage across multiple states, leading to evacuations, power outages, and infrastructure destruction, with more rain expected.