Extreme Weather

Severe floods and landslides in Indonesia’s Java island have killed at least 19 people, with many still missing. Heavy rains triggered river overflows, burying villages under mud & debris. Rescuers are facing harsh weather as they continue search efforts.

Unexpected floods hit Bihar’s Darbhanga district on January 15, 2025, damaging Rabi crops due to a floodgate mishap. Farmers face severe losses, highlighting Bihar's vulnerability to climate change and the urgent need for adaptive strategies

The WEF Global Risks Report 2024 ranks extreme weather as the top long-term threat. Rising global temperatures, pollution, and biodiversity loss are worsening risks. Urgent action is needed to address interconnected environmental and geopolitical crises.

2024 shattered climate records, becoming the hottest year globally, with temperatures surpassing 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. This milestone underscores the critical need for swift, decisive action to combat human-induced climate change.

2024 saw the highest number of floods in China since 1998, affecting millions. Rising temperatures and climate change fuelled severe weather, causing widespread damage and urging global adaptation efforts.

A deadly cold wave grips North India, with 29 deaths in UP and temperatures plunging below 10ºC in 35 cities. Dense fog disrupts travel, snowfall blocks roads, and a rare frost hits Ooty. Alerts issued for 9 states as chill intensifies

A severe winter storm, fuelled by a polar vortex, has impacted several U.S. states, resulting in fatalities, widespread power outages, dangerous road conditions, and thousands of flight cancellations. Schools are closed, & emergency responses are ongoing.

Track extreme weather events globally with daily updates until December 2025. From floods to heatwaves, we'll cover how such events impact lives, regions, and communities, highlighting the growing need for climate adaptation and preparedness.

Lightning hit a house in Rohtak, Haryana, early morning, damaging the structure and burning electrical appliances. Fortunately, no one was at home at the time. The family has requested government compensation for the loss, estimated at 4-5 lakhs.

2024 Global Water Monitor Report shows how global warming has driven record-breaking weather extremes, including floods and droughts. Over 8,700 deaths, 40 million displaced, and $550 billion in losses emphasize urgent need for climate adaptation