News & Reports

August 2025

Destructive Flash Flood Occurred by Cloudburst

Warning

Country: India

Location: Jammu and Kashmir

This afternoon, Chashoti village in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, experienced a sudden cloudburst, leading to flash floods. This tragedy has resulted in the loss of 10 lives so far. Rescue teams are already on the ground, working tirelessly in emergency response efforts, including damage assessments and providing medical assistance. Advice: - Avoid non-essential travel in the state; monitor IMD alerts (https://mausam.imd.gov.in/). - Stay away from rivers, streams, and low-lying or landslide-prone areas. - Travel only if absolutely necessary. Roads may be blocked or dangerously slippery-proceed slowly and avoid all flooded segments. - Keep emergency supplies, important documents, and valuables in waterproof storage.

Topics: Floods

August 2025

Disruptions due to Typhoon Podul Landfall

Warning

Country: China

Location: Fujian and Guangdong Provinces

As Typhoon Podul is moving westward and made its initial landfall along the coast of Taitung, Taiwan, it was poised to make its second landfall along the coastal areas between Guangdong and Fujian provinces. Transportation, mainly train services, in the two provinces was significantly affected. The Typhoon is gaining strength, forecast to bring heavy rains and strong gales to Guangdong and Fujian till Friday. Advice: - Monitor official weather updates from the China Weather Administration for the latest typhoon warnings and advisories. - Avoid unnecessary travel, particularly in affected coastal provinces. - Prepare for possible road closures, and have a go-bag ready in case of sudden evacuation orders. - If flying to or from these provinces, check with your airline for real-time flight status and potential cancellations.

Topics: Severe Weather

August 2025

Nationwide Air Canada Strike Expected

Informative

Country: Canada

Location: Airports across Canada

Air Canada flight attendants, represented by CUPE, have issued a 72-hour strike notice, with a work stoppage expected to begin at 01:00 on Saturday, August 16, if no agreement is reached. No end date has been announced, and a full-service shutdown is possible. The airline has begun gradually cancelling flights in preparation for potential disruption over the weekend. This nationwide strike will affect all Air Canada routes, including domestic and international services. Advice: * Check your flight status frequently on the airline’s website or app before traveling to the airport. * Adjust travel plans to avoid potential disruption. * Be prepared for possible overnight stays. * Monitor Air Canada’s official updates: https://www.aircanada.com/il/en/aco/home/book/travel-news-and-updates/2025/ac-action.html#/

Topics: Strike Actions

August 2025

Typhoon Gorio Exits Philippine Area of Responsibility

Caution

Country: Philippines

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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has confirmed that Typhoon Gorio exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility at 4 p.m. on August 13. While the typhoon is no longer directly affecting the country, residual rains and strong winds may still impact some regions, particularly in the western sections of the Philippines. Advice: •⁠ ⁠Continue monitoring PAGASA updates for any rainfall or wind advisories: https://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph •⁠ ⁠Exercise caution in areas still experiencing heavy rains or strong waves. •⁠ ⁠Check transportation schedules as lingering weather effects may still cause delays.

Topics: Tropical Cyclones

August 2025

Civilian Fatality Reported in Kobo City Shelling

Caution

Country: Ethiopia

Location: Kobo City, North Wollo Zone, Amhara Region

Reports indicate that artillery fire struck a residential area in Kobo City on August 9, resulting in the death of one civilian and significant damage to property. The incident has displaced the affected family and heightened safety concerns for residents amid ongoing insecurity in the region. Advice: •⁠ ⁠Avoid non-essential travel to Kobo City and surrounding areas due to elevated security risks. •⁠ ⁠Monitor reliable local and international news sources for updates on the security situation. •⁠ ⁠Ensure contingency plans are in place for rapid evacuation if the situation deteriorates.

Topics: Civil Unrest

August 2025

High Fire Risk & Ongoing Wildfire Emergencies

Caution

Country: Greece

Location: Wider Athens area

Greek authorities have issued high fire risk warnings for multiple regions as firefighters battle large-scale wildfires fueled by strong winds. Active blazes in Achaia, Chios, Preveza, and Zakynthos have destroyed homes, farmland, and factories, forcing thousands of residents and tourists to evacuate. Hospitals, including the Karamandaneio Children’s Hospital in Achaia, are being evacuated as a precaution. On Chios, power outages are expected to last days in several villages after 150 electricity poles were destroyed. Over the past 48 hours, approximately 10,000 hectares of land have burned nationwide. Advice: •⁠ ⁠Avoid non-essential travel to wildfire-affected areas and follow all local evacuation orders. •⁠ ⁠Monitor updates from the Hellenic Fire Service: https://www.fireservice.gr •⁠ ⁠Prepare for potential power outages; keep water, non-perishable food, and essential medications accessible.

Topics: Fires

August 2025

Wildfire Damage Causes Prolonged Power Outages in Northwestern Chios

Informative

Country: Greece

Location: Northwestern Chios Island, Greece

A wildfire burning since Tuesday has severely damaged the electricity network in northwestern Chios, destroying at least 150 power poles. Restoration to Volissos is expected to take three to four days, while coastal settlements and villages such as Parparia and Potamia may face power outages lasting over a week. Active fire fronts continue to threaten the area, with 40 DEDDIE technicians from northern Greece assisting local crews in repair efforts. Advice: •⁠ ⁠Prepare for prolonged outages by securing backup lighting, charging devices in advance, and storing perishable food appropriately. •⁠ ⁠Follow guidance from local authorities and avoid entering wildfire-affected areas. •⁠ ⁠Monitor updates from the Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (https://deddie.gr/en/) for restoration timelines.

Topics: Wildland Fires

August 2025

Wildfires and Large-Scale Evacuations Update

Warning

Country: Spain

Location: Castile and Leon, Galicia, Madrid, and Andalusia

Thousands have been evacuated as wildfires sweep across Spain during a heatwave and strong winds, resulting in at least two deaths. Six major fires, particularly in Castile and León, remain uncontrolled, with over 5,000 residents fleeing. Fires have reached Madrid's outskirts and affected around 10,000 hectares in Ourense, Galicia. Fire danger levels are forecasted to be high to very extreme in Castile and León and Andalusia, and high to very high in Galicia for the next 48 hours. Advice: - Avoid travel to fire-affected or nearby rural areas. - Keep windows and doors closed; use masks or cloth coverings outdoors to limit smoke exposure. - Be prepared for evacuation and have essential items ready. - Expect road closures, evacuations, and potential rail or air travel disruptions. - Report wildfire signs (smoke, flames) to emergency services immediately (112).

Topics: Wildland FiresEvacuationsHeat Waves

August 2025

Flights Canceled because of Typhoon Podul

Caution

Country: Taiwan

Location: Southeastern and Western Taiwan

Typhoon Podul swept through southern Taiwan with winds up to 191 km/h, forcing the cancellation of all domestic flights and 129 international routes. China Airlines and EVA Air suspended flights from Kaohsiung and some from Taoyuan. Several Hong Kong-Kaohsiung flights were also canceled or delayed. Passengers are advised to check flight status before heading to the airport. Advice: - Check your flight status frequently via the airline’s website or app before traveling to the airport. - Be prepared for possible rebooking or overnight stays; have essentials and any needed medications with you. - Follow updates from Taiwan’s Central Weather Bureau and updates from the Kaohsiung airport.

Topics: Flight Disruptions

August 2025

Wildfires and Mass Evacuations Update

Critical

Country: Greece

Location: Patras, West Achaia, Zakynthos, Chios

Wildfires in Greece have claimed at least three lives and prompted the evacuation of thousands since Tuesday. Fueled by strong winds and extreme heat nearing 40°C, the fires are affecting areas near Patras and the islands of Zakynthos and Chios. In West Achaia, 20 villages have been evacuated, and alerts are in place for two more. The European Forest Fire Information System warns of very high to extreme fire danger across western Greece in the next 48 hours. Advice: - Avoid travel to affected or nearby forested areas, including Patras, Zakynthos, and Chios. - Keep windows and doors closed to reduce smoke exposure; use masks or cloth coverings if outdoors. - Have an evacuation bag ready with essentials. - Prepare for transport disruptions, including ferry delays or cancellations. - Report wildfire signs (smoke, flames) to emergency services immediately (199 or 112).

Topics: Wildland FiresEvacuations