Disaster Relief Efforts Escalate in Response to East Africa Flooding and Migrant Tragedies

Nairobi, Kenya – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern over the devastating impact of recent flooding in East Africa, particularly in Kenya, Burundi, Somalia, and Tanzania. The heavy rains have resulted in the loss of hundreds of lives and affected many others in the region. Guterres extended his condolences to the governments and … Read more

Heilongjiang Province Blasts Frozen River Section to Prevent Flooding Amid Thawing Season

Tahe County in Heilongjiang Province, China, has taken measures to prevent potential flooding as the frozen Heilongjiang River begins to thaw. The local authorities have implemented a method where a section of the river was blasted in order to manage the formation of ice dams that could lead to overflow and flooding in the region. … Read more

Storms and Tornadoes Cause Flooding and Multiple Deaths Across the U.S.

CONCORD, N.H. – The Northeast was hit with a major storm that brought drenching rain and fierce winds, leaving hundreds of thousands without power in its wake. The storm, which began Tuesday night and moved out Wednesday, caused flooding, downed trees, and power outages throughout the region. The violent weather followed a day of tornadoes … Read more