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The mayor of Juiz de Fora, Margarida Salomão, claims that the mining sector hinders progress in environmental policies in Minas Gerais amid recent environmental disasters.

The article covers multiple incidents including investigations involving Lulinha, an altercation during a congressional session, a CPI summon, natural disasters in Juiz de Fora, labor law changes, police actions, and climate initiatives.

Shusaku Sugimoto, a researcher from Tohoku University, highlights alarming climate changes in Japan, including a significant rise in sea temperatures.

Brazil faces a significant threat with 2,600 municipalities identified as having high or very high risks of natural disasters due to climate change.

Bali is experiencing significant flooding and landslides following several days of heavy rainfall, prompting evacuations of tourists and residents.

Minas Gerais has a history of severe disasters caused by heavy rains, with the latest incident in February resulting in at least 30 deaths.

Between 1991 and 2024, Brazil has experienced severe rain-related disasters resulting in over 4,000 deaths and 10.5 million displacements, with recent floods causing significant casualties and devastation in the state of Minas Gerais.

This spring has seen an alarming increase in wildfires in South Korea, with 140 incidents reported this year so far, marking a 43% rise compared to the average.

Heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais have caused significant landslides due to the area's saturated soil and steep topography.

The article explores the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Spitsbergen, Norway, which serves as a seed bank to preserve plant biodiversity for potential global disasters.

Natural risks are increasing in France, posing a significant threat to property values as climate change impacts become more pronounced.

Climate change impacts public finances in various ways, leading to higher costs associated with state debt.

The article discusses the undeniable existence and impact of climate change, emphasizing the need for enhanced mitigation efforts in response to increasing extreme weather events in Spain.

Experts warn that Europe is unprepared for a projected temperature rise of 3 degrees Celsius, leading to increased natural disasters.

The EU's scientific advisory council on climate change states that it is inadequately prepared for the impacts of climate change and needs to increase investments for better protection against climate-related disasters.

A natural rock formation known as the 'Arc of Love' collapsed in Melendugno, Italy, coinciding with Valentine's Day celebrations.

Peru has declared a climate alert due to the impending 'Coastal El Niño' phenomenon, which is expected to raise ocean temperatures and bring increased rainfall starting in March.

Tropical Cyclone Mitchell brought destructive weather to Western Australia after forming as a tropical low and intensifying into a category three storm.

Severe weather has forced 12,000 people to flee Toamasina, Madagascar's second-largest city, with significant destruction reported.

The article discusses the implications of climate change on holiday homes in the Alps, highlighting the risks posed by natural disasters in the region.

The article discusses the ongoing impacts of a recent evacuation in Iceland.

Insurance premiums in the U.S. have surged dramatically following climate disasters, prompting three states to sue oil companies for their role in pollution.

The story reflects on the ongoing and devastating impact of flooding in Mozambique, highlighting the death of Rosita, a symbol of survival, and the struggles faced by vulnerable populations amid recurring disasters.

Heavy rains in the Paraíba Valley and surrounding regions between Saturday and Sunday resulted in flooding, landslides, and displaced families.

Three US states are proposing legislation to allow state prosecutors to sue fossil fuel companies for rising home insurance costs linked to climate disasters.

The Civil Defense announced R$ 42.8 million in investments for climate disaster prevention and response in the interior of São Paulo.

Severe rainfall has hit parts of western and southern Greece, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, homes, and agricultural land, particularly in Preveza, Arcadia, and Ilia, where landslides, flooding, and temporary water supply interruptions have been reported.

This week’s key climate news includes the low insurance coverage for properties against natural disasters, the Sanierungsquote issue, and the resignation of an ADAC president due to climate protection demands.

Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Giannis Kefalogiannis announced that the upcoming 'Active Battle' bill will make the preparation of flood risk plans mandatory to reduce the potential for major disasters.

A report by Aon indicates that climate disasters in Brazil resulted in losses of R$ 28.3 billion in 2025, down from R$ 62.8 billion in 2024, primarily impacted by flooding in Rio Grande do Sul.

The narrative of climate change has shifted from graphs and UN speeches to devastated homes and burning forests, becoming a central theme in literature and cinema as environmental disasters drive the main events.

Mass weddings are becoming more common in Pakistan due to the rising poverty exacerbated by economic crises and climate-related disasters.

The German government plans to introduce mandatory insurance against climate-related natural disasters, but the insurance industry is opposed to this measure.

Insurers are warning that damages from natural disasters continue to rise, leading to a new struggle for climate justice as last year's disasters cost $166 billion, with only $98 billion covered by insurance.

The global cost of natural disasters dropped to 224 billion US dollars in 2025, largely because no hurricanes hit the United States, but rising climate change costs continue to pressure insurers.

Himalayas are losing snow cover, leading to severe implications for water supply in the region as winters have seen a significant decrease in snowfall over the past five years.

The article discusses the impact of climate change on global migration, highlighting that over 1.7 billion people have been affected by climate-related disasters in the past decade, with 20.3 million in 2023 alone, particularly impacting the most vulnerable communities.

The article discusses the regions most affected by extreme weather events in the past year, the ten most costly disasters, their financial and human impacts, and the implications of climate change for public finances in South and Southeast Asia, along with forecasts for adaptation costs for developing countries.

Experts claim that Donald Trump’s policies have significantly weakened the US's ability to prepare for and respond to natural disasters, exacerbating the risks posed by severe weather events.

A report highlights that the climate crisis has intensified many disasters in 2025, making extreme weather events more severe or likely due to the continued burning of fossil fuels.

In 2025, a year marked by extreme heat, severe rainfall, and intensified wildfires, experts have documented 17 climate-related disasters exacerbated by misinformation.

Germany experienced relatively fewer natural disaster damages in 2025 at 2.6 billion euros, a significant decrease from the previous year, although this does not change the long-term trend of increasing climate-related damages.

A body has been found in southern Spain after severe flooding caused by heavy rains, with several individuals still missing in Malaga.

Wildfires, exacerbated by global warming, have become one of the 10 most expensive climate crisis disasters, with the Los Angeles fires in January 2025 causing over 400 deaths and $60 billion in losses, according to a report blaming the fossil fuel industry.

Wildfires in Spain, which destroyed 400,000 hectares of forest, were among the worst global climate disasters of 2025, according to an annual review by Christian Aid.