Kolkata shaken by earthquake, magnitude 5.5, people evacuated from homes and offices
An earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale shook Kolkata, causing panic and prompting evacuations.
Russians hit hotel in central Sumy: fire breaks out – photos
A Russian drone strike targeted a hotel in central Sumy on February 27, causing a fire but no reported casualties after successful evacuations.
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.
Evros: Critical hours for Soufli, water above 6 meters in Pythio
The Evros region in Greece is on high alert due to severe flooding, with water levels nearing 6.5 meters in some areas, causing evacuations and significant destruction.
3 Martyrs in Gaza and Dozens of Humanitarian Workers Leave the Strip
Two Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire in Khan Younis, while a third was reported killed in southern Gaza, amid a backdrop of escalating violence and humanitarian worker evacuations.
Heavy rain, rivers overflow, and water invades homes in the coast of SP; VIDEO
Heavy rainfall has caused rivers to overflow and flood homes in Mongaguá, São Paulo, leading to evacuations and a state of emergency in several affected towns.
BREAKING: France bomb threat as newspaper offices and town hall evacuated
A bomb threat was made to several French newspapers and a town hall, prompting evacuations.
Mud volcano eruption in Antioquia forces evacuation of homes
A mud volcano eruption in San Juan de Urabá, Antioquia, has led to evacuations, though no injuries have been reported.
Red alert in Portoviejo: possible evacuations on Chimborazo street due to landslide threat
Portoviejo is under a red alert due to an imminent landslide threat on Chimborazo street, prompting possible evacuations.
Flooding in Bali after extreme rain
Bali is experiencing significant flooding and landslides following several days of heavy rainfall, prompting evacuations of tourists and residents.
Renatas Požėla on the predicted flood: PAGD is ready for various scenarios
Renatas Požėla announced that municipalities in risk zones are prepared for a possible flood with measures for resident alerts, evacuations, and temporary accommodations.
Ukrainian Drone Attack on Smolensk Region Fertilizer Plant Kills 4
A drone attack by Ukraine on a fertilizer plant in the Smolensk region resulted in four fatalities and multiple injuries, prompting local authorities to consider evacuations due to potential chemical hazards.
Heavy rain floods streets, drags car, and leaves residents stranded in Palhoça; VIDEO
Heavy rains in Greater Florianópolis have caused severe flooding in Palhoça, leading to residential evacuations and significant traffic disruptions.
Alert at the Evelpidon Courts after a bomb threat call
A bomb threat at the Evelpidon Courts in Kypseli has led to immediate police action and evacuations following a call about an explosive device.
More killed after heavy rain in Brazil
At least 30 people have died due to intense rainfall in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, with 39 reported missing and evacuations underway.
Inefficiency and lack of dredging
Heavy rains caused the Milagro River and San Miguel stream to overflow, inundating around 70% of Milagro city and prompting evacuations of approximately 700 families.
‘There are houses where washers, stoves, and refrigerators have been lost’: evacuations continue in Milagro using fireboats and improvised boats
Evacuations in Milagro, Ecuador, continue as severe flooding has submerged homes and isolated entire neighborhoods due to river and estuary overflow.
Due to floods, dozens of tourists evacuated in Bali
Heavy rains have caused flooding in Bali, leading to the evacuation of dozens of tourists and temporary shelter for around 350 people.
Severe rains in Brazil claimed at least 20 lives
Severe flooding in Brazil has resulted in at least 20 fatalities and has displaced over 400 residents in the state of Minas Gerais.
The Miryang Forest Fire Extinguished After Two Days... No Casualties Reported
A forest fire in Miryang, South Korea, was extinguished two days after erupting, with no reported casualties thanks to proactive evacuations.
Rain causes another day of troubles in Angra dos Reis
Severe rainfall in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, caused flooding and disrupted daily life, leading to evacuations and a response from civil defense authorities.
Heavy downpour leaves families evacuated and roads affected in three cantons of Loja
A heavy downpour in Loja, Ecuador, led to the evacuation of families and damage to infrastructure in the cantons of Puyango, Zapotillo, and Pindal.
"860m Above Sea Level Steep Slope, Hard for People to Access"...Total Efforts to Extinguish the Fire in Hamyang on the Third Day
A large wildfire in Hamyang, South Korea, has continued for three days with significant challenges due to difficult terrain.
Edmonton propane fire shoots flames ’40 to 50 feet,’ forces home evacuations
A major propane fire in northeast Edmonton caused evacuations as flames reached heights of 40 to 50 feet, prompting a response from local firefighters and evacuation of nearby residents.
Several fire brigades extinguish fire at a care home in Szczawno. There is a fatality.
A serious fire at a care home in Szczawno, Poland, has led to one fatality and multiple evacuations, with several people suffering from smoke inhalation and injuries.
Fire rips through World Legacy Cruise ship as one killed and hundreds evacuated
A fire on the World Dream cruise ship resulted in one death and hundreds of evacuations, with the cause still under investigation.
Wildfire near the oil storage facility in Seosan, South Chungcheong…Residents advised to evacuate
A wildfire has broken out in Seosan's western region, leading authorities to recommend evacuations for nearby residents due to strong winds and the proximity to a major oil storage facility.
Rain causes flooding, landslides, and wall collapse in Campos do Jordão, SP
Severe rain in Campos do Jordão caused flooding, landslides, and a wall collapse, leading to house evacuations.
Western France floods deepen after 35 days of rain
Severe flooding in western France continues after an extended period of rain, leading to evacuations and warnings from authorities.
South Africa: One Injured After Ekurhuleni Factory Fire - South African News Briefs - February 20, 2026
A fire at the Rolfes Chemical Factory in Ekurhuleni resulted in one person hospitalized due to burns, prompting evacuations and the shutdown of surrounding streets.
Elderly Evacuated, Electricity Cut Off... The State Sounds the 'Total Mobilization' Against Floods in Western France
The French government has declared a state of 'total mobilization' due to severe flooding affecting several departments in western France, including evacuations and electricity outages.
Fire Chaos Continues in Oklahoma's Forests, See US Top-10
Wildfires in Oklahoma are wreaking havoc, spreading over 23 square miles and forcing evacuations.
Evacuations and widespread power outages as storms and floods hit several European countries
Severe storms and flooding across multiple European countries have led to mass evacuations and widespread power outages.
Threat to Blow Up Rural Courts in Gujarat
After the High Court, rural courts in Gujarat have received bomb threats, prompting police evacuations and security checks.
Life-threatening evacuations from the front: "No one should die on my shift"
An article detailing the perilous work of evacuee Ara Karapetian as he helps evacuate elderly couples from war-torn Ukraine, highlighting the dangers faced by volunteers.
Sannazaro Destroyed, Naples Hurts
A devastating fire has rendered the historic Sannazaro Theatre in Naples inoperable, causing significant damage and evacuations in the surrounding area.
The Defeated of La Palma Who Will Not Recover Their Lives: "We Were Deceived by Politicians, but Also by Society"
The article narrates the plight of La Palma residents, especially Gregorio García, who lost their homes to the Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption and feel abandoned by both politicians and society.
Emergency situation in France – hundreds evacuated
Severe flood warnings are in effect in western and southwestern France as rivers overflow and hundreds are evacuated from their homes due to rising water levels.
A fire in the center of Naples causes serious damage to the historic Sannazaro Theater
A fire in Naples severely damaged the historic Sannazaro Theater, prompting evacuations and causing four people to suffer from smoke inhalation.
Katakolo Ilia: A 40-ton rock is 'hanging' over homes – Plan for controlled blasting
A 40 to 45-ton rock has dislodged and is precariously hanging above residential areas in Katakolo, Greece, prompting evacuations and plans for a controlled explosion to mitigate the danger.
The Junta authorizes the return home for most of the residents of Grazalema, although 277 homes are still pending technical reports
The Andalusian government has permitted the return of many residents of Grazalema after urgent evacuations due to landslide risks caused by heavy rains, but 277 homes remain off-limits pending safety assessments.
Fire in truck in Mastrafjord Tunnel
A fire in a truck caused the closure of the Mastrafjord Tunnel on E39 in Norway, leading to evacuations and traffic congestion on both sides.
Overwhelming joy as residents of Ksar al-Kebir return home after the floods
Residents of Ksar al-Kebir in northern Morocco express joy as they return home following recent flood evacuations.
New Zealand's North Island braces for more rain amid widespread flooding
New Zealand's North Island is facing further flooding as heavy rain is expected, exacerbating already severe conditions that have resulted in a death and widespread evacuations.
Fire in residential block in Oslo
A fire broke out on the fifth floor of a residential block in Rødtvet, Oslo, prompting evacuations and a police investigation for suspected arson.
Floods Begin in Southwestern France
In southwestern France, severe flooding has occurred following storms and heavy rainfall, prompting regional authorities to issue warnings about dangerous weather conditions.
Bad weather, state of emergency requested in Calabria: over 500 people evacuated
Severe weather in Calabria has prompted a state of emergency request, with over 500 people evacuated due to flooding and landslides caused by rising water levels in local rivers.
A judicial warehouse burned down in the Federal Police premises in Barracas
A fire broke out at a Federal Police site in Barracas, Buenos Aires, damaging several vehicles but resulting in no reported injuries or evacuations.
The connections network is weaker and mental health worse today than before the evacuation
Survey results indicate that many former residents of Grindavík are struggling with weaker social networks and poorer mental health after evacuations.
Fire in Multicomercio leaves nearly 100 families affected and forces evacuations in downtown Guayaquil
A massive fire in the Multicomercio complex in downtown Guayaquil has impacted about 100 families, necessitating evacuations due to structural risks and heavy smoke.