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DisasterJul 28France firestorm phenomenon: monster clouds that spawn lightning and new blazesA wildfire in southwest France grew so powerful that its smoke column became a thunderstorm, generating lightning that struck the ground and ignited new fires beyond the original blaze, French officials said. Put another way, that means the inferno was no longer simply being propelled by the weather. It was making its own. The thundercloud also produced violent, erratic winds capable of driving the flames in new directions. The phenomenon, called a pyrocumulonimbus, or pyroCb, is rare in Europe...South China Morning Post
DisasterJul 28Disaster Rescue Challenge : How SES units sharpen vital skills | Port Macquarie NewsSES units are participating in a disaster rescue challenge to improve their essential skills. This highlights ongoing efforts in emergency preparedness and training.portnews.com.au · Australia
DisasterJul 28French president pledges support on visit to fire zone , vows : We will win this battle together The French president visited a fire-affected zone to pledge support and commitment, emphasizing a collective effort to address the disaster.news-gazette.com · United States
DisasterJul 28Europe warned of ‘warmer-than-normal’ August: What’s driving blistering temperatures?"The exceptionally warm Mediterranean Sea is leaving a fingerprint on land, and in several places it shows up in the nights rather than the afternoons.”EuroNews [en]
DisasterJul 28 We have lost everything : extreme rainfall across Asia brings flash floods and typhoons | Floodingtheguardian.com · United Kingdom
DisasterJul 28SA pulls together to help flood victimsSouth Africa is organizing collective efforts to provide assistance to victims of recent floods. This highlights the ongoing humanitarian response to a natural disaster.sanews.gov.za · South Africa
DisasterJul 28IMD forecasts week-long rain in Shimla, Dehradun; Delhi to see light showersIndian Express
DisasterJul 28Heat wave threatens to worsen France, Spain wildfiresDW News [en]
DisasterJul 28Glacier first fatal bear attack in almost 30 years came after surprise encounter | StateA fatal bear attack occurred in Glacier after a surprise encounter, marking the first such incident in nearly 30 years. This event raises concerns about wildlife encounters and public safety in the area.fairfieldsuntimes.com · United States
DisasterJul 28High surf warning in effect through WednesdayA high surf warning is currently in effect and will continue through Wednesday. This alert indicates hazardous conditions for coastal areas.thegardenisland.com · United States
DisasterJul 28In 1976, earthquake in China’s Tangshan kills over 240,000 people – SCMP archiveThis article was first published on July 29, 1976. Quake rocks Northern China by Staff Reporters Heavy casualties and severe damage to industrial plants and property were feared when the strongest earthquake for 12 years struck the industrial belt of northern Hopei Province early yesterday (July 28, 1976) morning. The tremor was followed by a series of aftershocks and 16 hours after the first quake, an aftershock of almost the same intensity struck the same area, causing further damage and...South China Morning Post
DisasterJul 28China turns to public for help in deadly dam collapse probe after Typhoon MaysakThe Chinese government has appealed to the public for clues as part of its investigation into a reservoir dam that collapsed in southern China earlier this month, causing heavy casualties. State media reported on Monday that the public was invited to submit information related to the collapse of the Liulan Reservoir in Hengzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region on July 6 via a dedicated telephone hotline. People also have until August 15 to post submissions to an investigation and assessment...South China Morning Post
DisasterJul 28Toddler dies after falling into open septic tank in Madhya Pradesh’s Omkareshwar; official suspendedKhandwa district collector Rishav Gupta said that while an engineer who was responsible for clearing out some debris near the tank and covering it with a lid has been suspended, the administration has also found negligence on part of a private lodge in the area and is mulling legal action against both.The Hindu
DisasterJul 28French Wildfire : French wildfire created a monster cloud , unleashing lightning that ignited more firesA wildfire in France generated a large cloud that caused lightning, which subsequently started additional fires. This event describes an escalating natural disaster.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
DisasterBreakingJul 28Mansfield police working active incident near police stationPolice in Mansfield are currently responding to an active incident near the police station. This indicates an ongoing situation requiring immediate attention and potential public safety concerns.yahoo.com · United States
DisasterJul 28Georgia Man Saves Pregnant Fiancée From Shark AttackA Georgia man rescued his pregnant fiancée from a shark attack. This describes a harrowing incident and an act of heroism.globemagazine.com · United States
DisasterJul 28World News : Battle against wildfires onThis world news report indicates that the battle against wildfires is ongoing. It signifies persistent efforts to combat significant environmental challenges.gdnonline.com · United States
DisasterJul 28Un joven futbolista perdió el control de su auto y murió al chocar contra un poste en la rutaSantiago Corazza, de 20 años, cuando recorría los 18 km que lo separaban de su pueblo natal en Río Negro. Se desempeñaba como futbolista en el fútbol local, donde lo despidieron con mensajes llenos de dolor.Clarín
DisasterJul 28France races to contain fires before new heatwavePresident Emmanuel Macron on Monday said one forest fire in southwest France had been "contained" even as another, much bigger one near Bordeaux continued to rage, and western Europe braced for new heatwaves this week.France 24 [en]
DisasterJul 28France and Spain continue to battle fires as new heatwave loomsAuthorities warned the return of scorching temperatures this week could fuel the continent's worst fires in living memory, with a massive blaze still threatening Bordeaux even as firefighters began gaining ground elsewhere.France 24 [en]
DisasterJul 28France and Spain fires : Leaders warn of unprecedented fire season and arson riskswatoday.com.au · Australia
DisasterJul 28British travellers brave the smoke as French wildfires force 220 , 000 to evacuateindependent.co.uk · United Kingdom
DisasterJul 28銃弾4発浴びたクマが反撃　「骨砕ける音が」生還した69歳の5分間Asahi Shimbun
DisasterBreakingJul 28Amber rainstorm warning issued in Hong Kong on Tuesday morningThe Hong Kong Observatory issued an amber rainstorm warning on Tuesday morning, warning of unsettled weather over the next few days. The amber warning, issued at 7.15am, means that more than 30mm of rain has fallen in an hour, or is expected to fall generally over Hong Kong and is likely to continue. “Showers will be heavier in some areas [on Wednesday]. The weather will still be unsettled in the following couple of days,” the weather forecaster said. It added that a broad trough of low pressure...South China Morning Post
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