Four French nationals are missing in Nepal due to the devastating floods that have caused the deaths of at least 273 people in the country and the Chinese region of Tibet, while more than 1,300 people remain unaccounted for. (translated)
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck southern Peru on August 20, causing no casualties or reported material damage initially, although it was strongly felt in several regions. (translated)
A powerful earthquake struck Colombia, causing at least 265 deaths, 3,500 injuries, and 500 missing, with more than 11,000 homes destroyed, while the search operations for survivors enter a critical phase. (translated)
At least 216 people have been confirmed dead and more than 1,600 injured following a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 in Colombia, which also caused massive destruction in several cities, including Cali and Pereira, according to a revised toll from local authorities. (translated)
Economic losses related to natural disasters decreased in the first half of 2026 to 100 billion dollars, a decline of one third compared to the previous year, but Swiss Re remains cautious for the second half due to increased risks associated with hurricanes and fires. (translated)
The powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 that occurred in Colombia has resulted in at least 132 deaths and 570 injuries, causing the destruction of numerous buildings and triggering a large-scale rescue operation, while the international community, including the United States, is offering its assistance. (translated)
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, causing building collapses and numerous casualties, particularly in the cities of Pereira and Cali, prompting an immediate response from the Colombian president who declared a state of emergency. (translated)
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck the west of Colombia, causing the death of at least 111 people and resulting in significant destruction in Pereira and Cali, where several buildings collapsed under the force of the shocks. (translated)
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, resulting in at least 18 deaths and causing significant damage, particularly in the cities of Pereira and Cali, leading to the suspension of operations at six airports in the region. (translated)
Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in China on August 9, 2026, causing the cancellation of more than 1,500 flights and the evacuation of thousands of people in at-risk areas, while winds exceeding 150 km/h and torrential rains battered the eastern coast of the country. (translated)
In the United States, online platforms allow betting on fires and other natural disasters, raising concerns among senators who fear that it may encourage dangerous behavior and minimize the suffering of victims. (translated)
The eruption of the Fuego volcano in Guatemala, which occurred on August 3, led to the evacuation of 1,700 inhabitants and rekindles the fears of locals regarding the dangers of lava flows and ash fallout, as the country faces intense volcanic activity. (translated)
Global losses related to natural disasters have already reached 44 billion dollars since January and are expected to increase significantly by the end of 2026 due to a record-strength El Niño event, exacerbating the risks of droughts and wildfires, highlights Munich Re. (translated)
The UN plans to submit a report in two months on the reconstruction of areas devastated by earthquakes in Venezuela, which have caused over 5,500 deaths and material damage estimated at around $19.5 billion, while Venezuelan authorities have not yet assessed the investment needs for recovery. (translated)
The toll of the powerful earthquake on July 30, 2026, in Japan has now risen to 30 dead, according to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, while thousands of homes are still suffering from power and water outages. (translated)
This Tuesday in July 2026: • Monstrous tornadoes hit the United States. • Gigantic fires devastate Europe. • A major earthquake shakes Japan. Analysis LH: While the planet faces disasters of an exceptional scale, some continue (translated)
Le maire de Cestas a déclaré qu'aucune date de retour pour les évacués ne pouvait être annoncée, alors que de nouvelles évacuations ont eu lieu près de Bordeaux en raison des incendies toujours actifs en Gironde, ayant contraint environ 200.000 personnes à quitter leur domicile. #IncendieGironde #Évacuation #CatastrophesNaturelles
Au moins quatre personnes ont perdu la vie au Vietnam en raison de fortes inondations et de glissements de terrain causés par des pluies torrentielles, tandis que les dégâts matériels s'élèvent à plus de 21,7 millions de dollars, selon les autorités. #Vietnam #inondations #catastrophesnaturelles
Un tremblement de terre de magnitude 7,3 a secoué le sud du Mexique près de sa frontière avec le Guatemala, sans qu'aucune victime ne soit signalée pour l'instant, bien qu'une alerte tsunami initialement lancée ait été levée. #Séismes #Environnement #CatastrophesNaturelles
Le gouvernement belge, sous l'égide du ministre de l'Économie David Clarinval, élabore un nouveau cadre juridique pour renforcer l'indemnisation des victimes de catastrophes naturelles, impliquant assureurs et Régions avec une capacité de mobilisation prévue de 4,5 milliards d'euros, afin d'éviter des situations critiques similaires à celles des inondations de 2021. #CatastrophesNaturelles #Indemnisation #Belgique
