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'Scared to death': Over 40,000 people evacuated as Nevada's Hawk fire spreads
Over 40,000 people have been evacuated and an additional 45,000 placed under warning in Nevada due to the fast-moving Hawk fire, which threatens the city of Reno.
Guinea: Landslide Kills at Least 31 at Conakry Landfill
A landslide at the Dar-es-Salam landfill in Conakry, Guinea, killed at least 31 people and injured several others after heavy rains caused a section of the waste mountain to collapse onto nearby homes.
Thousands of residents in Indiana are still without power after a series of deadly storms brought record rainfall and flooding to the region. The storms, which began on August 11, have killed at least seven people and displaced about 1,000. The Northern Indiana Public Ser…
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck near Tokyo early Sunday, injuring at least 37 people and disrupting travel in the bustling megacity.
A major fire incident has gutted the popular SPAR Mall in Calabar, Cross River State, causing extensive damage and destroying goods worth millions of naira.
A landslide at the Zamboï gold mine on the Central African Republic-Cameroon border killed at least 100 people, highlighting the severe lack of control and regulation in Cameroon's informal gold mining sector.
Gold mine collapse: Central African Minister of Mines clarifies circumstances of the tragedy
A deadly gold mine collapse in Zamboï, Central African Republic, near the Cameroonian border, has resulted in at least 49 confirmed deaths, though witnesses claim a higher toll. The government has ordered the provisional closure of the site following the disaster.
A Saudi Arabian Airlines flight from Karachi to Jeddah crashed on August 19, 1980, killing all 301 people on board. The investigation revealed that a faulty fuel tank and a design flaw in the aircraft's fire suppression system contributed to the disaster.
Zimbabwe: Lake Kariba ferry disaster death toll rises to 94
The death toll from a ferry disaster on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba has risen to 94, including 30 children, after the vessel capsized in bad weather on August 11.
Africa: All of Africa Today - August 18, 2026
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema won a second term amid opposition claims of irregularities, while Zimbabwe suffered its deadliest transport disaster with 92 dead on Lake Kariba. DR Congo's Ebola outbreak became its deadliest, and Uganda faces a severe doctor shortage.
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in western Colombia has left 127,557 homes damaged and 26,945 destroyed. Rescue efforts continue, but the focus is shifting to recovery and providing basic necessities to those affected.
Japan needs post-Kumamoto quake overhaul after factory damage, gas blast
A recent earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture has highlighted the need for a post-quake overhaul of the country's disaster preparedness measures. The quake caused significant damage to buildings and infrastructure, including a factory and a shopping mall, and has rai…
A 5.9-magnitude aftershock hit Indonesia's Flores island on Aug. 17, two days after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake rattled six regencies. At least 54 deaths, 199 injured, and 9,963 people displaced by the quake.
Three Dead and New Devastation from Floods Caused by Intense Rains in Venezuela
Three people have died and new destruction has been caused by intense rains in Caracas, Venezuela. The floods have also affected several neighborhoods, including Santa Rosalía, where over a hundred families lost their temporary shelters. The city's authorities have deploy…
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has conveyed his condolences to Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto following the deadly earthquakes that struck Indonesia on Saturday. A powerful magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 53 …
At least 12 people killed in a Polish tourist bus crash in Hungary
A Polish tourist bus overturned on a motorway in north-east Hungary, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people and serious injuries to several others.
Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, leaving hundreds dead or missing. Hopes of finding survivors are dwindling as more bodies are pulled from buildings.
Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia, killing at least 20
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores Island, killing at least 20 people and injuring six. A tsunami warning was issued but later lifted, though aftershocks continue to be reported across several regencies.
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 14 people and injuring many more, according to the nation's disaster mitigation agency.
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia, killing at least 20 people and causing panic in a region prone to deadly quakes. Authorities issued a tsunami warning but later lifted it when monitoring showed no significant sea-level changes.
Powerful quake off Indonesia kills 20, sparks mass evacuations
A powerful earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 20 people and sending thousands fleeing. Rescue officials combed through debris for survivors.
Flooding in Chiba Prefecture Leaves 8 Dead, Paralyzes Transportation
Heavy rain pounded eastern Japan, leaving at least eight people dead and paralyzing transportation in Chiba Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued the highest downpour warning of Level 5 in more than one-third of the municipalities in Chiba Prefecture near Tokyo.
Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort
A powerful earthquake in Colombia has left hundreds missing, with rescue efforts shifting from search-and-rescue to debris removal. The likelihood of finding survivors is dwindling, but crews continue to search for missing people.
Survivors of the 1999 earthquake in Colombia are reliving a nightmare after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the same region, killing at least 281 people and trapping hundreds under debris. Jahir Rodríguez, a 68-year-old retired urban planner, has gained valuable …
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has killed at least 265 people and injured 3,500, with rescue efforts racing against a critical 72-hour window for survivors.
Zimbabwe: Over 40 Dead in Lake Kariba Boat Sinking
At least 44 people died when a government ferry sank on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe. 77 were rescued, but the boat was overloaded, carrying more than its 90-person capacity.
Over 6,000 still living in evacuation centers two weeks after Kumamoto quake
A massive earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture almost two weeks ago, leaving over 6,000 people living in evacuation centers. The number of deaths has been confirmed at 39, with 24 people suffering serious injuries. The prefecture is expected to experience high temperatur…
Typhoon lashes southern Okinawa
Typhoon No. 13 lashed Japan's southern Okinawa Prefecture on Saturday, injuring five people and cutting power to 14,000 buildings. The storm was about 160 km northwest of Kume Island in Okinawa as of 12 noon, moving northwest at 15 kph.
Madagascar: Fire devastates a large part of Bazary Kely, one of Tamatave's main markets
A major fire ravaged a significant portion of Bazary Kely, a key market in Tamatave, Madagascar, resulting in one fatality and devastating the livelihoods of approximately 3,500 traders. The incident occurred in a city already struggling from a recent cyclone.
8,000 Remain Evacuated 1 Week On From Kumamoto Quake as Heat Persists
A week after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, over 8,000 people remain in evacuation shelters due to water outages and extreme heat. The government has approved 24.2 billion yen for support measures, including restoring highway bridges and delivering…