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More than 160 dead in Germany-Belgium floods as water recedes

The number known to have died has risen in Germany and Belgium after heavy rain caused rivers to burst their banks, sweeping away homes and cars.

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Thunderstorms bring heavy rainfall and flooding to central Europe

Authorities have issued flood warnings with strong rain still forecast.

Germany

Huge thunderstorms prompt accidents in Germany, France & Switzerland

Hundreds of firefighters were deployed in southern and western Germany as well as in northern France on Monday evening.

Climate

Coastal cities are on the 'frontline' of the climate crisis

A draft of a UN report has gathered crucial research on the devastating impact climate change will have on millions of people living in coastal cities.

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Floods, rain and thunder as storms lash Europe

Officials in Germany said a vaccination centre was flooded on Thursday and five people were injured by hailstones during heavy storms.

Italy

Rome's mayor criticised after floods cause nursery school evacuation

According to some local politicians, up to 80mm of rain fell in fewer than two hours.

Indonesia

Indonesia landslides death toll rises to 119 with dozens still missing

The death toll from mudslides in eastern Indonesia has risen to 119 with scores still missing.

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Pet emu rescued from flooding in Sydney

A pet emu was rescued from flooding in Sydney, Australia.

Green News

Australia’s ‘unprecedented’ flooding triggers climate change concerns

Thousands have been affected in some of the same regions hit by Australia's devastating wildfires last summer.

Australia

Australia: Evacuations as severe floods hit Sydney and New South Wales

More evacuations have been ordered after heavy rain brought the worst flooding for decades in Australia's most populous state.

Morocco

Heavy rain floods underground clothes factory in Morocco, killing 24

Local authorities said the victims include 17 women and eight men — all aged between 20 and 40. Ten people were rescued alive.

India

At least 18 killed in flash flood in India after glacier collapse

Authorities said at least 200 people are still missing after the flash flooding in the Dhauliganga River.

India

India: Glacier breaks leaving several dead and dozens missing

Part of a mountain glacier broke in India's northern Uttarakhand state, sending a massive flood of water and debris slamming into two dams.

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Flooding in France's south-west after region hit by Storm Justine

This was one of France's major rivers, the Garonne, after the southwestern region was hit by Storm Justine.

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Paris remains on flood alert as River Seine swells after heavy rain

Paris remained on flood alert on Tuesday with the River Seine's water levels still on the rise following heavy spells of rain.

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Britons in tears after floods damage homes for second year in a row

The town of Bewdley has been inundated again with floodwaters after heavy rainfall burst the River Severn's banks.

Green News

Flood victims offered free counselling as Storm Christoph hits the UK

Widespread flooding is causing mental and physical devastation for those affected by the extreme weather.

Spain

Spain declares eight regions disaster zones after Storm Filomena

The announcement comes as Madrid's regional government also warned of an increased risk of flooding in the city from melted snow.

World

Floating islands of rubbish pollute Bulgaria's rivers

Recent heavy rainfall and flooding have caused rubbish and debris to be carried into Bulgaria's waterways.

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Deadly flooding hits Indonesia's Sumatra island

Flash floods hit the Indonesian city of Medan on Sumatra island.