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Heavy Rains in Iraq Lead to 4 Deaths
Northern Iraq faced severe flooding due to heavy rains, resulting in a death toll of four people. The governorships of Baghdad, Erbil, Duhok, Kirkuk, Mosul, Wasit, Anbar, and Diyala declared official holidays in…
Türkiye’s Konya Snow Walk Dashed by Drought
Nature enthusiasts and mountain climbers participating in the 13th annual Huğlu Dikenli Tepe Snow Walk event in Konya's Beyşehir district in Türkiye, were met with disappointment as they found no snow…
Philippines Faces Rising Death Toll from Severe Rains and Landslides
In the Philippines, the death toll from floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains has risen to 16, with 11 people reported injured. Search operations are ongoing for three missing individuals. The National Disaster…
Heavy Rains Trigger Fatal Floods and Landslides in Philippines
Unrelenting heavy rains have led to devastating floods and landslides in the Philippines, particularly impacting Mindanao. Local authorities report 6 casualties, 1 person missing, and ongoing search and…
Recurring Flooding Hits Silivri, Istanbul
Altınorak housing estate in Silivri, Istanbul, faced a second episode of flooding just two months after the initial incident caused by the overflow of the Kula Stream on November 29, 2023. The region's roads turned into lakes, affecting…
Heavy Snowfall Causes Chaos in Japan
Last night's heavy snowfall wreaked havoc in various parts of Japan, impacting daily life. Stranded vehicles lined the Meishin Expressway, causing a 5-kilometer traffic jam between Osaka and Nagoya…
Frozen Lake in Van, Türkiye: Seagulls Face Struggles
Türkiye's eastern province of Van experienced frigid temperatures, dropping to 10 degrees below zero, resulting in the freezing of Lake Sıhke in Ipekyolu district. The shorelines of the lake formed a captivating ice layer,…
Storm Isha Causes Widespread Disruption in Ireland
Storm Isha swept across Ireland, leaving over 235,000 homes and businesses without power as gusts reached speeds of up to 130 km per hour. The relentless wind knocked down power lines, closed numerous roads…
Hot Weather Disappoints Ice Climbers on Kasık Waterfall
Climbers who ice climb on the Kasık Waterall, located on Türkiye's Mount Ararat, every winter were disappointed by the global warming this year. As the amount of ice and its density were lower than expected, the climbers failed to enjoy…
Snow and Ice Disrupt Northwest England
Northwest England issues an alarm as snowfall and icing impact the region. At least 35 schools in Merseyside and 2 in Manchester suspend education due to adverse weather conditions. Heavy snow blankets Liverpool, affecting streets…