June 29 flood disaster: Accra will bounce back – Mahama

When the waters came: A city shaken, a response begins

What began as a steady downpour on Monday, June 29 soon became one of Accra's most devastating flood disasters in recent memory. As the rain intensified, drains overflowed, and roads disappeared beneath murky water. Within hours, floodwaters surged into homes and shops, trapping vehicles, destroying businesses and forcing terrified families to flee with whatever they could carry. For many, there was no time to save a lifetime of possessions.

Experts warn of cloudburst disasters

By A Staff Reporter, Kathmandu, July 9: As deadly floods and cloudburst-triggered disasters continue to hit parts of Nep...

PM grieved over loss of lives, devastation in Bangladesh floods

PM grieved over loss of lives, devastation in Bangladesh floods

Monsoon havoc: 10 dead, landslides in Uttarakhand, rivers swell in UP, Himachal

Monsoon havoc: 10 dead, landslides in Uttarakhand, rivers swell in UP, Himachal

Big relief from heatwave: Rain, dust storm hits Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad; IMD issues red alert

Big relief from heatwave, rain, dust storm hits Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad; IMD issues reA severe dust storm on Tuesday hit Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues a red alert for these areas, warning of strong winds gusting upto 100 kmph for the next hour in Delhi-NCR. The region again faced another intense round of pre-monsoon weather with a strong dust storm, with the IMD forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, and light rainfall to follow right after.

Fortes pluies à Ratoma (Conakry) : un important trou sous les rails provoque des inondations et des risques de glissement de terrain

Les fortes pluies enregistrées dans la nuit d’hier à aujourd’hui, mercredi 1er juillet 2026, ont provoqué d’importants dégâts à Ratoma, dans la zone située en dessous des rails. Un large trou s’est formé à cet endroit, créant des inondations dans les concessions environnantes, faisant craindre un risque de glissement de terrain et perturbant fortement la [] The post Fortes pluies à Ratoma (Conakry) : un important trou sous les rails provoque des inondations et des risques de glissement de terrain first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Accra floods: How to stay safe during heavy rains and flooding

Accra faced severe flooding after a deluge on June 29, 2026. Stay safe with essential tips from the Ministry of Interior amid the ongoing rescue efforts.

Flash Flooding Triggers Mudslides, Rescues and Major Property Damage in Del Rio

DEL RIO, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT - Severe thunderstorms and torrential rainfall Saturday morning caused widespread flooding, mudslides and property damage ...

Lagos building collapse: Nine bodies recovered, 27 rescued

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has concluded search, rescue and recovery operations at the site of the collapsed two-storey building at Alakija Bus Stop, Satellite Town, rescuing 27 persons alive and recovering nine bodies. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the building collapsed at about 12:47 p.m. on Thursday in the [] The post Lagos building collapse: Nine bodies recovered, 27 rescued appeared first on Vanguard News.

Sheikh Hasina plans Bangladesh return in December despite death sentence

Former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina plans to return to Bangladesh in December along with senior leaders of her Awami League to surrender voluntarily, Reuters reported. This could mark a dramatic turn in the country’s turbulent political landscape. Hasina, who has been living in India since being ousted following a student-led uprising in August 2024, []

558 mangsa banjir Bukit Changgang pindah ke PPS

KUALA LANGAT: Seramai 558 orang mangsa banjir ditempatkan di Pusat Pemindahan Sementara (PPS) Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Rancangan Tanah Belia (RTB) Bukit Changgang di sini sehingga pukul 10.20 malam, hari ini. Kesemua mangsa adalah penduduk di Kampung RTB Bukit Changgang dan beberapa taman perumahan di dalam kawasan sama melibatkan 245 keluarga. Penolong Pengarah Operasi Jabatan Bomba ... Read more The post 558 mangsa banjir Bukit Changgang pindah ke PPS appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

BNPB conducts simultaneous handling to drought, tidal waves in Maluku

The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) confirmed that emergency responses to the drought and coastal waves in ...

6 killed in building collapse in Cameroon's commercial hub

At least six people were killed and six others injured after a part of a three-story residential building collapsed amid heavy rains in Cameroon's commercial hub of Douala, authorities said on Saturday, reported Xinhua. The building, located in the Bonamoussadi neighborhood, collapsed overnight into Saturday. In a statement, the Douala City Council said three of the victims were children and the six injured were taken to the hospital for treatment. Officials said the exact cause of the collapse remains under investigation. Rescue and debris-clearing teams continued search and recovery operations while engineers assessed nearby buildings for potential structural risks. Heavy rains lashed Douala from Thursday through Saturday, triggering flooding in several neighborhoods and disrupting business activities across the city. Earlier this week, Cameroon's Ministry of Transport warned of heavy rainfall in five regions, including the Littoral Region, where Douala is located, citing the risks of flooding and landslides.

A national call to compassion, accountability, and lasting solutions after the June 29, 2026 flood disaster

On Monday, June 29, 2026, Ghana, particularly the Greater Accra Region and parts of southern Ghana, experienced one of the most devastating rainstorms in recent years. What began as a heavy downpour quickly turned into a national tragedy, leaving behind a trail of destruction that has disrupted thousands of lives and livelihoods. Families watched helplessly The post A national call to compassion, accountability, and lasting solutions after the June 29, 2026 flood disaster appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Blood-red rain fell on India for two months and some physicists blamed a comet

From July to September 2001, heavy downpours of red-colored rain fell across the southern Indian state of Kerala, staining clothes pink. Yellow, green, and black rain also appeared. Each milliliter of rain water contained about 9 million red particles. Scientists estimated that 50,000 kilograms of them fell in total. — Read the rest The post Blood-red rain fell on India for two months and some physicists blamed a comet appeared first on Boing Boing.

Breaking: Flooding kills 13 people in Ghana as details emerge

Severe flooding in Accra has claimed 13 lives, prompting emergency rescues. Experts link crisis to climate change, poor drainage, and rapid urbanisation in Ghana.

Delhi Gets Relief From Heat As Rain Disrupts Flights; 15 Diverted, IMD Forecasts More Showers

As the national capital is witnessing if early monsoon, with light rain this morning, it has brought immense relief from heatwave. The Sunday for the residents of Delhi NCR was relaxing with cool breeze and rain. But it definitely impacted flight

Altadena could see temporary relief from predatory developers as new home offers signs of hope

Altadena residents still reeling from the devastating Eaton Fire scored a pair of victories this week — one in Sacramento and another back home — as lawmakers moved to shield the community from developers while a new modular home rose from the ashes of a burned-down landmark. California lawmakers on Wednesday unanimously advanced Senate Bill []

LASTMA raises alarm as 353 road accident victims rescued in five months

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, has expressed concern over the growing dangers posed by the rainy season, disclosing that 353 victims were rescued from road crashes and other emergencies across the state between January and May 2026. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made the disclosure while reviewing the agency’s emergency [] LASTMA raises alarm as 353 road accident victims rescued in five months

How a giant meteor strike created Ghana's Lake Bosumtwi and its rich gold deposits

How a giant meteor strike created Ghana's Lake Bosumtwi and its rich gold deposits

Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded

Floods and landslides triggered by days of ​torrential monsoon rain have killed at least 44 people in southeastern Bangladesh and ‌left over a million stranded as authorities raced on Saturday to deliver aid to devastated communities. The disaster management ministry said on Saturday that flooding across seven districts — Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati, Khagrachhari, [] The post Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.