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DisasterBreakingJul 17China rescuers race to find trapped people after landslideAfricanews [en]
DisasterBreakingJul 17China rescuers race to find trapped people after landslideEuroNews [en]
DisasterBreakingJul 17Seven wildfires not under control in North Bay Districtnugget.ca · Canada
DisasterBreakingJul 17Texas expands flood response as Abbott warns of more life - threatening rainlocal21news.com · United States
DisasterJul 17Karnataka government urged to declare drought, announce relief of ₹40,000 for each farmerSugarcane growers seek waiver of crop loans availed from nationalised, co-operative and private banksThe Hindu
DisasterBreakingJul 17Frantic search as huge landslide in China buries homesnaroomanewsonline.com.au · Australia
DisasterBreakingJul 17Takeaways from Trump primetime speech . And , at least 2 dead in major Texas floodingwknofm.org · United States
DisasterBreakingJul 17Takeaways from Trump primetime speech . And , at least 2 dead in major Texas floodingkacu.org · United States
DisasterBreakingJul 17Takeaways from Trump's primetime speech. And, at least 2 dead in major Texas floodingNPR News
DisasterJul 17Call for stir until SIT probe into mysterious deaths of children in PalakkadInaugurating a conference organised by the Committee Against Child Abuse to press for an SIT inquiry, Dr. Geetha said that only an independent investigation could ensure justice in the cases.The Hindu
DisasterJul 17'We will have to share the water': a quarter of small waterways in France have run dryFrance 24 [en]
DisasterJul 17Puerto Rico starts rationing water amid droughtPuerto Rico has initiated water rationing measures due to an ongoing drought.Seeking Alpha Tech
DisasterJul 17Traffic police step up drive against reckless mid-road halts by private buses in Kerala’s KozhikodeDrive follows flooding complaints from public about private buses stopping in the middle of roads to pick up and drop passengers unmindful of moving traffic bottlenecks. Police say the practice has been found obstructing the natural flow of traffic and increases the risk of freak accidents, prompting stricter enforcementThe Hindu
DisasterJul 17Europe early heat wave led to a spike in deaths , may have killed over 10 , 000An early heat wave in Europe reportedly caused a significant increase in deaths. Estimates suggest that over 10,000 people may have died as a result.couriernews.com · United States
DisasterJul 17Ontario could see relief from wildfire smoke as blazes continue across northOntario may experience a reduction in wildfire smoke, even as blazes persist in the northern region. This suggests a potential improvement in air quality despite continued environmental challenges.wellandtribune.ca · Canada
DisasterJul 17UK Foreign Office issues Spain travel alert as wildfires rageThe UK Foreign Office has issued a travel alert for Spain due to ongoing raging wildfires. This warning indicates potential dangers and disruptions for travelers in affected areas.nottinghampost.com · United Kingdom
DisasterBreakingJul 17Frantic search as huge landslide in China buries homessingletonargus.com.au · Australia
DisasterJul 17How AI and satellites help fight wildfiresWildfires are currently raging in Europe, Canada, and elsewhere. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential. Early detection from space and AI-powered data analysis can help.DW News [en]
DisasterJul 17Fire reignites in Fontainebleau forest as investigation continuesFirst the storms, now the fires. President Emmanuel Macron has described the blazes in the Fontainebleau Forest as some of the worst since the end of World War II. The president visited the scene to show his support for the 950 firefighters still working to extinguish the flare-ups. Meanwhile, the investigation is moving quickly: two workers and their company manager appeared before a judge today to face charges.France 24 [en]
DisasterJul 17SCMP multimedia series traces causes, failures and human toll of Tai Po blazeThe South China Morning Post has documented Hong Kong’s deadly Tai Po blaze in a series of multimedia projects, from detailing the search and rescue mission to examining evidence revealed at public hearings set up to investigate the cause of the inferno. The fire, which engulfed the Wang Fuk Court residential complex last November, claimed 168 lives and displaced nearly 5,000 people, making it the city’s deadliest blaze in decades. For a deeper look at the causes of the tragedy, the “systemic...South China Morning Post
DisasterBreakingJul 17Severe storms in France: at least two dead, over 50,000 homes lose powerEuroNews [en]
DisasterJul 17'Like smoking cigarettes all day': Chicago chokes in wildfire smoke-heavy airIn the US, smoke from wildfires in Canada has resulted in a drop in air quality in cities including New York and Chicago. According to government data, around 5.9 million acres have burned during this wildfire season in Canada. Officials in parts of both Canada and the US are urging residents to stay indoors of possible, and wear a mask.France 24 [en]
DisasterJul 17At least 12 , 000 excess deaths in Europe June heatwavethelocal.de · Germany
DisasterJul 17Flight bound to Muscat from Karipur suffers technical glitch ; delayed for hours , 144 passengers strandedA flight from Karipur to Muscat experienced a technical glitch, causing hours of delay and leaving 144 passengers stranded.keralakaumudi.com