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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rains cause destruction, flooding, and damage in Agreste; see the most affected municipalities

Heavy rains in the Agreste region of Pernambuco, Brazil, have led to significant destruction, flooding, and damage across several municipalities.

Feb 27 • 15:42 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Potholes and accumulated water complicate circulation in La Aurora during the rainy season

In La Aurora, Daule, water accumulation and potholes are hindering vehicle circulation following recent rains.

Feb 27 • 15:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Floods: 270 new requests for natural disaster status, announces Laurent Nunez

Interior Minister Laurent Nunez announced that nearly 270 new municipalities are seeking recognition of a natural disaster status following recent flooding in western France.

Feb 27 • 15:14 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

They say that the sudden warming will not affect the flood, but they are preparing for the worst

Weather forecasts predict a sudden rise in temperature in Kedainiai, but authorities are still preparing for potential flooding risks.

Feb 27 • 15:12 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Flood Management Action Plan Approved in Klaipeda

Klaipeda has introduced a 26-point action plan to manage potential flooding, focusing on public safety and effective communication.

Feb 27 • 14:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: Heavy rains flood cities in Piauí and Inmet maintains danger alert; see volumes

Heavy rains have caused flooding in several municipalities in Piauí, Brazil, prompting the National Institute of Meteorology to issue a danger alert for intense rainfall.

Feb 27 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Aerial images show Peruíbe underwater; nearly 500 displaced

Aerial footage reveals significant flooding in Peruíbe, Brazil, prompting the mayor to declare a state of emergency as nearly 500 residents are displaced due to heavy rainfall.

Feb 27 • 14:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Man Rescued from Flood and Submerged Car Pulled by Rope in Atibaia, SP

Severe rains in Atibaia led to flooding, prompting rescue operations and leaving families displaced.

Feb 27 • 14:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ipatinga, Aimorés, Resplendor and Sabinópolis are among the cities with the most landslide risk areas in MG

A geological survey highlighted significant landslide risks in several municipalities in Minas Gerais, Brazil, particularly affecting over 583,000 residents.

Feb 27 • 14:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man dies after being struck by landslide in Angra dos Reis, RJ

A 50-year-old man died in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, after being hit by a landslide caused by heavy rain.

Feb 27 • 13:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Flooded Underpass Endangers Small Child in Kaarina – Schools Send Advisory Message to Parents

A serious incident in a flooded underpass in Kaarina endangered a child's life, prompting local schools to guide parents on safe routes for their children.

Feb 27 • 13:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Access bridge to Calçado collapses and classes are suspended after rains; VIDEO

Heavy rains caused the main access bridge to Calçado, Brazil, to collapse, leading to suspended classes as the city deals with flooding.

Feb 27 • 13:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Storm leaves 400 homeless and triggers sirens in Angra dos Reis (RJ)

A heavy storm in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, has left 392 people homeless and triggered evacuation alerts across numerous neighborhoods due to excessive rainfall.

Feb 27 • 13:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Classes in the municipal network are suspended after rains in Angra dos Reis

Classes in Angra dos Reis were suspended due to heavy rainfall, which has led to risks of landslides and flooding.

Feb 27 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

What are the causes of the continuous rains of the last few weeks? The successive weather lows and the role of the jet stream

Recent heavy rainfall in southern and western Europe has led to serious socioeconomic impacts, particularly in Greece, where multiple weather events have resulted in fatalities and widespread flooding.

Feb 27 • 12:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Level of the Buquira River decreases, and residents are able to return home in São José dos Campos

The water level of the Buquira River in São José dos Campos has decreased, allowing residents who were displaced by flooding to return home.

Feb 27 • 12:28 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Riga prepares for possible flooding

Riga's Civil Protection Commission convened to assess preparations for potential flooding due to rising temperatures and snowmelt.

Feb 27 • 12:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cemig suspends power cuts for non-payment during the recovery of Juiz de Fora after rain

Cemig has halted power disconnections for non-paying customers in Juiz de Fora until the city recovers from severe flooding.

Feb 27 • 11:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The number of deaths reaches 64 after rains in the Zona da Mata, in Minas Gerais

The death toll from severe storms in Minas Gerais' Zona da Mata has risen to 64, with ongoing search efforts by firefighters.

Feb 27 • 11:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Underwater, Peruíbe has almost 500 displaced people and uses boats for rescues; some refuse to leave home

Peruíbe in São Paulo is facing severe flooding with nearly 500 people displaced due to heavy rains, with some residents refusing to evacuate out of fear of looting.

Feb 27 • 11:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Costly Danger Now Haunts All Drivers – Insurance Does Not Cover Repairs

Drivers in Finland face the risk of expensive repairs if they drive through deep water, which insurance may not cover.

Feb 27 • 11:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rain floods streets, closes bridge, and leaves cities on alert in ES; see videos

Severe rainfall in Espírito Santo, Brazil, has caused flooding, disrupted traffic, and led to bridge closures, prompting a state of emergency.

Feb 27 • 11:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rain in Angra dos Reis leaves 392 displaced, causes flooding, landslides, and closes road

Heavy rainfall in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, has resulted in 392 people being displaced, widespread flooding, and landslides, prompting severe weather warnings.

Feb 27 • 10:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Angra dos Reis has 375 displaced after storm

A severe storm in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, displaced 375 people and caused significant flooding and landslides in the area.

Feb 27 • 10:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rain floods preschool in Rio das Ostras and children need to take shelter on tables

Heavy rain caused flooding in a preschool in Rio das Ostras, Brazil, leading to children seeking refuge on tables to avoid rising water levels.

Feb 27 • 10:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

103 Millimeters of Rain Causes Damage in Belo Horizonte; VIDEOS

Heavy rainfall in Belo Horizonte led to significant damage, especially in the Vale do Jatobá neighborhood, with emergency services reporting 103.4 millimeters of rain over a short period.

Feb 27 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

South of Minas mobilizes to help victims of the tragedy in Juiz de Fora and Ubá; see how to contribute

Residents and institutions in the South of Minas region are rallying to assist victims of the heavy rains that affected Juiz de Fora and Ubá.

Feb 27 • 10:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Child in serious danger in underpass - Police investigating

A child was rescued from a flooded underpass in Kaarina, Finland and is now recovering in the hospital; police are investigating potential negligence.

Feb 27 • 09:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Child in life-threatening situation in water-filled underpass in Kaarina

A small child was rescued from a water-filled underpass in Kaarina, Finland, and is currently not in life-threatening condition after being taken to the hospital.

Feb 27 • 09:43 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

NKVC: flooding should not occur this weekend, forecasts allow for good conditions later

The NKVC assures that there will be no flooding this weekend based on positive weather forecasts.

Feb 27 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Latest news on flood possibility: better than expected

Meteorologists in Kaunas report favorable weather conditions that are expected to last for about a week, reducing the risk of flooding.

Feb 27 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Klaipeda Prepares for Flood: The Municipality's Action Plan Approved

Klaipeda city has approved a comprehensive action plan to prepare for potential flooding, outlining 26 measures to mitigate risks and safeguard residents.

Feb 27 • 09:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: Stabilization of water levels - Fragile situation, approximately 150,000 acres are flooded

Water levels in Evros are stabilizing with a slight decrease, but the area remains under red alert due to ongoing flood risks.

Feb 27 • 09:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Wkra overflowed. Further warnings from IMGW

Flooding in the Wkra River has led to the deployment of 18 fire units in Błędowo, Poland, due to an ice jam causing significant overflow.

Feb 27 • 08:41 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Spring Flooding Period Forecasted from March 5 to April 15

Latvian authorities predict a potential spring flooding period, influenced by current snow and ice conditions and changing weather patterns.

Feb 27 • 08:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Couple in shelter in Juiz de Fora took 20 years to build their home and lost it in a landslide

Fabiana Oliveira and Luciano de Oliveira lost their home of 20 years due to a landslide triggered by heavy rains in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 08:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Preparing for Floods in Lithuania – Warning Regarding Pets

As the risk of floods increases in Lithuania, residents are warned to prepare their homes and pets before any potential flooding occurs.

Feb 27 • 06:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

The Quiet Forest

The article reflects on the juxtaposition of beauty and disaster in a flooded forest area near Briollay, France.

Feb 27 • 06:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Cantina of Ruzafa, the former guitar factory where you can eat for 13 euros

The Cantina de Ruzafa offers creative Valencian cuisine focusing on local ingredients for just 13 euros, while the city grapples with the aftermath of severe flooding.

Feb 27 • 04:25 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Meeting of Mayors and Institution Representatives on Flood Management in Kaunas District

A meeting will occur among mayors and officials in the Kaunas region to discuss flood management plans as the country anticipates potential flooding in the coming weeks.

Feb 27 • 03:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rains in MG: Search for the missing enters the 4th day in Juiz de Fora and Ubá

The search for missing persons in Juiz de Fora and Ubá continues on its fourth day, with over 60 confirmed deaths due to severe rains in the region.

Feb 27 • 03:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Towns cut off, cars swept away in extreme weather across the country

Extreme weather and heavy rain have impacted at least four states in Australia, causing flooding and disruption.

Feb 27 • 02:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Woman survives for 3 hours clinging to a pole during the flood in Ubá (MG)

A woman was rescued after clinging to a utility pole for three hours during severe flooding in Ubá, Brazil, where over 60 fatalities have been reported due to torrential rains.

Feb 27 • 01:56 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Henan, the 'iPhone city' in China, evacuates 100,000 people due to deadly floods

More than two dozen people have died and 100,000 have been evacuated due to catastrophic flooding in China's central province of Henan.

Feb 27 • 01:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rain breaks asphalt and blocks a section of the Santo Antônio Road in Porto Velho

Intense rainfall in Porto Velho caused the Bate-Estaca stream to overflow, leading to the collapse of a section of the Santo Antônio Road.

Feb 27 • 01:31 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Authorities 'planning for the worst' for downpour to hit northern SA

Authorities in South Australia are preparing for a potential severe rain event that could result in heavy downpours and flash flooding over the weekend.

Feb 27 • 01:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Of the 853 municipalities in Minas Gerais, more than 300 are considered susceptible to landslides, floods, and inundations, says Cemaden

Over 300 of the 853 municipalities in Minas Gerais are at risk for landslides and flooding, affecting approximately 1.5 million residents amidst ongoing heavy rainfall.

Feb 27 • 01:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In the midst of the flood in Ubá (MG), woman waits for help for 3 hours holding onto a pole: 'Praying to God to survive'

A woman in Ubá waited for three hours for rescue while clinging to a pole during severe flooding, as the death toll in the region continues to rise amid ongoing torrential rain and landslides.

Feb 27 • 00:14 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Esmeraldas in emergency due to the effects of the rains

The Municipality of Esmeraldas has declared a state of emergency to address the severe impacts of heavy rainfall affecting local families and infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 23:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Zona da Mata mineira: number of dead due to the rains rises to 61

The death toll from flooding in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais has risen to 61, with significant destruction in Juiz de Fora.

Feb 26 • 23:49 UTC

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