The authorities ordered the evacuation of flood-ravaged cities in western Iran. The Red Crescent said contact had been lost with much of the region.
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Dozens Dead in Nepal After Devastating Storm
“Dead bodies are scattered everywhere,” an official said, as rescuers continued to search through the debris.
Deadly Floods Across Iran Leave Broad Paths of Destruction
At least 24 people were killed after days of torrential rain caused rivers to overflow in various parts of the country, local news media reported.
Floods in Indonesia Kill at Least 50
Heavy rains triggered a landslide and flash flooding in the Indonesian province of Papua. Indonesia’s disaster management agency is still assessing the damage.
The Flood Was Extraordinary. So Was Australians’ Response.
In the aftermath of record-breaking rain, residents of Townsville, Australia, are supporting one another in ways that mental health experts say are critical for coping with disasters.
‘Unprecedented’ Floods in Australia Force Hundreds to Evacuate
Police officers in the state of Queensland were left clinging to trees while snakes and crocodiles roamed the streets after days of heavy rainfall.
Deadly Storms in Italy Devastate 2 Families as Floods Hit Sicily
Torrential rains and winds left at least 12 people on the Italian island over the weekend.