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Storms

Extreme weather and climate change: Everything you need to know

Climate change and extreme weather events have become some of the most widely read topics on international news websites in 2026.

30 May 2026-23:42
Heavy rain and storms killed 28 in India

At least 28 people have been killed as a result of heavy rain and storms in various states of India.

30 May 2026-19:01
Severe storms knock out power for over 61,000 in Kansas City

A destructive line of severe thunderstorms swept through the Kansas City region on Monday night, packing intense tornadoes, heavy rainfall, and straight-line winds that eclipsed 90 mph. The fast-moving system triggered widespread damage and left tens of thousands of residents without electricity across Missouri and Kansas.

19 May 2026-09:28
Why did deadly storms kill dozens in northern India and how serious is the situation?

More than 80 people have died and over 100 others have been injured across northern India after severe weather battered large parts of the region, particularly the state of Uttar Pradesh. Heavy rains, strong winds, lightning strikes, hailstorms, collapsing walls, and uprooted trees caused widespread destruction over a 24 hour period.

14 May 2026-13:53
Global weather chaos: Why Moscow just saw its heaviest snow since 1880

As of late April 2026, the global climate appears to be operating in a state of profound "seasonal confusion." While residents of Moscow are currently witnessing record-shattering snowfalls, other parts of the world are grappling with violent storms, unseasonal heat domes, and devastating floods. This atmospheric chaos is a symptom of a highly energized and disrupted global climate system.

30 Apr 2026-16:42
Tornado tears through Mineral Wells, Texas, leaving widespread damage - VIDEO

Several people are injured after a tornado in Mineral Wells, Texas, flattened a portion of the town on Tuesday night, marking the sixth consecutive day of a severe storm outbreak that has flattened the Midwest and continues to cause destruction across the US South.

29 Apr 2026-10:50
Iran issues orange alert for rain, storms in 14 provinces

Iran’s Meteorological Organisation has issued an orange weather warning for 14 provinces, including Tehran, as heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are expected to intensify from Wednesday through Friday.

29 Apr 2026-10:16
Nashville electric update, over 4,700 outages after severe storms

Severe storms sweeping across Middle Tennessee have caused widespread power outages, leaving thousands of residents without electricity overnight into Tuesday.

28 Apr 2026-11:25
Severe storms hit Chicago area, triggering tornado warnings

18 Apr 2026-09:59
Super’ El Niño: What it means for the planet’s future

Forecasters are growing more confident in predicting the likelihood of a powerful "super El Niño" occurring this year.

13 Apr 2026-21:26