Flash flood

Over 90 dead, thousands missing after monsoon causes catastrophic flooding in India, Nepal, Myanmar

More than 12 inches of rain fell over two or three days, inundating entire neighborhoods and overwhelming drainage systems.

|ByTHE MEDIA LINE STAFF
A flooded road following a flash flood in Galchhi in the Dhading district, Nepal, August 26, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone.
An aerial view shows buildings and a car damaged and covered in mud near Trishuli River following deadly flash floods and a mudslide, in Betrawati Bazaar in Rasuwa district, Nepal, August 30, 2026.

Nepal to rebuild early-warning system on China border after deadly flood, sources say

Since the disaster, China has said imagery of the affected areas, satellite and hydrological data, as well as early-warning information on upstream barrier lakes, have been shared with Nepal.

|ByREUTERS
Remnants of stone bridge pylons remain along Bright Angel Creek following a flash flood that destroyed the footbridge on August 29. The flooding caused significant damage to infrastructure throughout the canyon.

Flash flood in Grand Canyon National Park leaves one dead, over a dozen missing

"Additional thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are possible Sunday and Monday, which could result in additional flash flooding, debris flows, rockfall and changing trail and river conditions."

|ByESTHER DAVIS
Lightning illuminates the sky over the Upper Galilee, during a rain storm on April 27, 2026.

Israel braces for unusual weekend storm as authorities warn of flooding, strong winds

The preparations come amid forecasts for the weekend weather system, which indicate that wind gusts of 40-50 kph are expected as early as Saturday morning.

|ByYOAV ETIEL

School directors convicted for negligence in Nahal Tzafit disaster deaths

The team organizing the outing had allegedly made special preparations ahead of time due to serious warnings for the fear of floods in the area of ​​the trip.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Parents of two victims of the flood.

Police issue weather and flood warnings for Israel

The public is advised to avoid going to the listed areas and pay attention to the police updates.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli rescue service personnel operate near the site where 10 Israeli youths were swept away by a flash flood south of the Dead Sea on April 26

Floods kill seven in Turkey's northwest

Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said search and rescue operations were continuing and pledged financial support to families in flood-affected areas.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023ByREUTERS
Flooded roads and buildings are seen on a coastal road, due to rising sea levels, following a deadly earthquake in Iskenderun, Turkey, February 9, 2023.

Tropical Storm Hilary unleashes flash floods in California

One person died in Mexico amid reports of flash flooding in the peninsula, where some roads were swept away.

AUGUST 21, 2023ByREUTERS
Strong winds and rain are seen from a residence as Tropical Storm Hilary approaches, in Cathedral City, California, U.S. August 20, 2023 in this screen grab obtained from social media video.

Ten dead, more than a 100 feared trapped in landslide in India after heavy rain

It was estimated that at least 225 people lived in the hamlet, the state's deputy chief minister, Devendra Fadnavis, told the state assembly.

JULY 20, 2023ByREUTERS
Women react upon seeing the body of their relative at a hospital, after a road accident in Ahmedabad, India, July 20, 2023.

Unseasonal thunderstorms, high temps and rain sweep Israel

High temperatures and dust and haze coming from the south are expected throughout the day.

JUNE 9, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Rainy summer weather in Tel Aviv. June 9, 2023

Eight dead and thousands evacuated as floods batter northern Italy

Eight bodies had been retrieved from various locations, according to Italian politicians.

MAY 17, 2023ByREUTERS
Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Why is it hailing in Israel in April?

"Everyone is talking about democracy, but we must react to the climate change crisis," said Professor Hadas Saaroni.

APRIL 13, 2023ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
Heavy rainfall in Tel Aviv, on December 22, 2021.

Israeli winter: Ahead of expected thunderstorms, MDA is helping you stay safe

MDA CEO Eli Ben said: "The [MDA] teams are prepared to provide medical treatment to any [person in need] even in complex weather conditions."

JANUARY 30, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A man drives his car at the Refaim Stream, in the Jerusalem Mountains, on February 26, 2022.

Dozens missing after Venezuela floods, death toll rises

The death toll continues to rise as Las Tejerias, Venezuela was struck with devastating flooding.

OCTOBER 12, 2022ByREUTERS
Devastating floods following heavy rain, in Las Tejerias