Keywords: Natural Disaster


Colombia declares economic emergency after devastating earthquake

Colombia has declared an economic emergency following a powerful earthquake that caused extensive damage and left hundreds of people dead, as the government prepares a broad recovery and reconstruction program. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced the emergency measures, saying the government......

Colombia earthquake leaves hundreds trapped as death toll rises

A powerful earthquake in western Colombia has left hundreds of people trapped beneath collapsed structures, while rescue teams continue searching for survivors in several affected cities. According to preliminary figures released by Cali Mayor Alejandro Eder, at least 239 people were reported trapped......

Football suspended in Colombia after devastating earthquake

Colombian professional football has been temporarily suspended following a powerful earthquake that struck the western part of the country, leaving dozens of people dead and causing extensive damage across several affected areas. The Colombian professional football league announced a one-week suspension......

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises above 6,300

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June has risen to 6,301, according to figures released by Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez. A graphic published by Rodríguez on social media indicated that more than 73,000 people have received......

India floods leave at least 100 dead as monsoon disaster devastates Assam

Severe monsoon rains have triggered one of the deadliest flooding disasters in northeastern India in recent years, leaving at least 100 people dead and forcing tens of thousands from their homes as authorities intensify rescue and relief operations. The worst-hit region is the state of Assam, where......

Lightning death toll rises to 20 in eastern India amid severe monsoon storms

The death toll from a series of lightning strikes in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand has risen to 20 as severe monsoon weather continues to affect the region. Authorities reported that several districts experienced intense thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall, leading to casualties and widespread......

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes southern Philippines with no immediate reports of damage

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck waters off the southern Philippines on Wednesday, shaking parts of the region but causing no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage, according to authorities. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) located the earthquake's epicenter approximately......

Floods force school closures in Sri Lanka after deadly landslides

Heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding and landslides across parts of Sri Lanka, prompting authorities to close several schools in the country's central highlands as emergency teams respond to the growing humanitarian situation. According to disaster management officials, at least five people......

Ethiopia landslide at monastery kills 14 pilgrims during heavy rains

At least 14 pilgrims have died and five others were injured after a landslide struck an Orthodox monastery in Ethiopia's Amhara region, highlighting the growing risks posed by the country's seasonal torrential rains. The deadly incident occurred at the Tsadkane Mariam Monastery in Sela Dingay,......