Flash floods claim at least 15 lives in Jiroft, Iran
Heavy rains led to severe floods in the southern province of Kerman on Monday, September 30, 2024, claiming the lives of 15 people.
Swells generated by Category 4 Hurricane “Kirk” expected to reach the United States by Sunday
Category 4 Hurricane “Kirk” is expected to strengthen further in the coming day, generating swells that are expected to reach the east coast of the United States by Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Tropical Storm “Leslie” forecast to become a hurricane in a day
Tropical Storm “Leslie” — the 12th named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season — is forecast to become a hurricane in a day or so. As of 15:00 UTC on Thursday, October 3, 2024, the storm was getting stronger and was located about 870 km (540 miles) southwest of the southernmost part of Cabo Verde Islands.
Satellite images reveal widespread destruction in North Carolina, U.S.
Hurricane “Helene” has claimed over 205 lives since its landfall in Florida’s Big Bend on September 26, 2024, causing widespread destruction across six states. North Carolina has reported over 100 fatalities linked to the storm, and new satellite imagery has revealed significant destruction in the state.
Typhoon “Krathon” makes landfall in Taiwan, dropping over 1 600 mm (66 inches) of rain over mountainous regions
Typhoon “Krathon” made landfall in Kaohsiung’s Xiaogang district of southern Taiwan at 12:40 LT (04:40 UTC) on October 3, 2024, with maximum sustained winds of 126 km/h (78 mph). The slow-moving storm, affecting the island for five days, dumped torrential rains, with mountainous parts receiving up to 1 676 mm (66 inches) of rain. At least 2 people have been killed.
The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: September 25 – October 1, 2024
New activity/unrest was reported for 3 volcanoes from September 25 to October 1, 2024. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 23 volcanoes.
Series of phreatomagmatic eruptions at Taal volcano, Philippines
A minor phreatic eruption took place at Taal volcano in the Philippines on October 2, 2024, resulting in a plume that reached a height of 2 400 m (7 874) above sea level. This event is part of a series of 18 phreatic eruptions that began on September 22.
Drone video shows Chimney Rock destroyed by massive flood, U.S.
Hurricane “Helene” wreaked havoc in Chimney Rock, North Carolina, from September 25 to 27, 2024, dumping approximately 360 mm (14 inches) of rain and causing severe flooding. During this period, the Broad River overflowed, destroying the community of around 125 people.
Critical Risk of fire weather over parts of the Central Rockies, Extreme Heat Risk impacts in Phoenix, U.S.
Critical fire weather conditions are expected over the Central Rockies on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, while Southern California and the Southwest brace for record-breaking heat, with temperatures reaching up to 43.3 °C (110 °F) and heat advisories in place.
Hurricane “John” claims at least 29 lives in Mexico
Hurricane “John” has claimed at least 29 lives since its landfall as a Category 3 Hurricane in the Mexican state of Guerrero on September 24, 2024. The system brought significant rainfall to the region with parts of Guerrero receiving around 950 mm (37 inches) of rain due to the storm.
