monsoon rains
Coverage of monsoon rains in the Nexus archive.
- Heavy rains kill 1 in South Korea and flood major streets in Philippines
Heavy rainfall caused significant loss of life and disruption in both South Korea and the Philippines. In South Korea, a landslide in Geoje killed one person and injured four others, prompting mass evacuations and power outages. Meanwhile, the Philippines experienced extensive monsoon flooding over three weeks, leading to at least 23 deaths due to landslides and floods across areas like metropolitan Manila.
- Landslide in Mumbai kills 6 as India is drenched by monsoon rains
Heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide in Mumbai. The incident resulted in the death of at least six people and injured four others.
- Karnataka monsoon Rain triggers landslip, house collapse in Kodagu
Heavy monsoon rains in Karnataka triggered a landslip and house collapse in Kodagu district. The local administration declared a holiday for schools and anganwadi centers due to the forecast of continued heavy rainfall in south Karnataka.
- Monsoon rains trigger house collapse in Lahore, killing 9 family members
Monsoon rains in Lahore, Pakistan, triggered a house collapse that killed nine family members and injured others. Officials linked the heavy rains to climate change, which has caused over 100 deaths in rain-related incidents since June, including 14 children in a tutorial center collapse. Rescue efforts lasted 24 hours, and authorities warned of potential extreme weather similar to Pakistan's 2022 catastrophic floods.
- Monsoon rains trigger house collapse in Lahore, killing 9 family members
Monsoon rains caused the collapse of a multistory house in Lahore, Pakistan, killing at least nine family members and injuring others. The roof collapse occurred in eastern Pakistan during heavy rainfall.
- Pakistan monsoon death toll tops 100 in a month as more heavy rain forecast
Pakistan's national disaster management agency reports over 100 deaths from monsoon rains and flash flooding in the past month. Additional heavy rain is forecast, raising concerns about worsening conditions.
- Death toll from Pakistan monsoon rains, floods tops 100
The death toll from monsoon rains and floods in Pakistan has exceeded 100. Punjab's monsoon season typically lasts until September, with more rain expected this week.
- At least 50 people killed and 700,000 displaced by India floods after monsoon rains
At least 50 people have died and 700,000 have been displaced in India due to flooding caused by monsoon rains. Officials attribute the disaster to days of heavy monsoon rainfall.
- Heavy monsoon rains lash Lahore, disrupt routine life
Heavy monsoon rains caused widespread flooding in Lahore, disrupting traffic and daily life with water accumulation on major roads, underpasses, and low-lying areas. Authorities reported drainage operations, but residents faced challenges due to submerged streets and sinkholes, while 21 deaths and 154 injuries were recorded in Punjab from rain-related incidents.
- President directs authorities to step up monsoon preparedness as rains batter country
President Asif Ali Zardari directed federal, provincial, and local authorities to enhance monsoon preparedness, rescue, and relief efforts amid ongoing rains causing flash floods, landslides, and other hazards. At least 37 people have died, and infrastructure has been damaged in multiple regions, with warnings of continued risks in northern areas.
- Weather tracker: Thunderstorms strike across Europe amid record heatwave
Thunderstorms have caused severe weather across Europe amid a record heatwave, with hailstones the size of golf balls reported in French villages. Deadly monsoon rains are also affecting Bangladesh.
- PM directs NDMA to strengthen coordination with provinces during monsoon rains
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to enhance coordination with provinces and Provincial Disaster Management Authorities (PDMAs) during the monsoon rains. The PM emphasized improving emergency preparedness, operationalizing an early warning system, and cooperating with the Ministry of Climate Change. The Pakistan Meteorological Department predicts near-normal rainfall in Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the 2026 monsoon season.
- Evacuations as landslide threatens Indian village, construction firm blamed
A landslide triggered by heavy monsoon rains in the Indian hill town of Shimla has forced evacuations. A construction firm is blamed for the incident.
- Evacuations as landslide threatens Indian village, construction firm blamed
A landslide triggered by heavy monsoon rains struck the Indian hill town of Shimla, leading to evacuations. A construction firm is accused of contributing to the disaster.
- Kozhikode railway station in Kerala restores train services after clock tower collapse
Kozhikode railway station in Kerala has restored train services following the collapse of its clock tower. Debris clearance and demolition work are ongoing at the site, which experienced a structural failure during monsoon rains.
- Bangladesh relocates refugees after landslide kills at least 5 children
Landslides caused by monsoon rains in Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh killed at least 13 refugees, including five children, prompting authorities to relocate over 1,000 people from risky areas. Rescue operations followed a deadly collapse at an Islamic school in Cox’s Bazar, where survivors reported casualties and ongoing concerns about buried bodies.
- At least 5 children die in monsoon landslide at a Rohingya camp in Bangladesh
Monsoon rains triggered a landslide at a Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh, killing at least five children. The disaster occurred in a refugee camp, highlighting risks associated with monsoon weather in the region.
- Monsoon rains are on the horizon, experts say. Will they arrive soon enough to dampen fire risk?
Monsoon rains are expected in July to potentially alleviate fire risks in Colorado, but a heatwave is forecasted before their arrival. Experts are monitoring the situation for signs of relief.
- Rescuers search for 5 missing people after a deadly landslide in India’s Kerala state
Rescuers in Kerala, India, are searching for five missing people after a landslide caused by heavy monsoon rains killed three workers and injured seven near a tunnel construction site. Kerala’s home minister claims the disaster was man-made due to unscientific earth dumping, while the construction company denies responsibility, citing the landslide’s origin above the work site.
- Rescuers search for 5 missing people after a deadly landslide in India’s Kerala state
Rescuers in Kerala, India, are searching for five missing people after a landslide triggered by heavy monsoon rains killed three workers and injured seven at a tunnel construction site. Officials claim the disaster was man-made due to improper earth disposal, while the construction company denied responsibility, citing the landslide's origin above the site. Investigations are ongoing, and experts link intensified monsoons to human-caused climate change.
- Landslides in Bangladesh kill at least 8 Rohingya refugees while monsoon rains batter India
Landslides in southeastern Bangladesh triggered by monsoon rains killed at least eight Rohingya refugees, including five children, while heavy rains in India caused 13 deaths and flooding. Rescuers recovered seven bodies, and an eighth was found by refugees after hills collapsed in Cox’s Bazar district. In India, monsoon rains led to flash floods, landslides, and road closures, with forecasts predicting continued heavy rainfall.
- Landslides in Bangladesh kill at least 8 Rohingya refugees
Landslides triggered by monsoon rains in southeastern Bangladesh have killed at least eight Rohingya refugees living in camps. Officials confirmed the fatalities but did not provide additional details.
- 5 children among 6 killed in Mumbai building collapse as torrential rain batters city
Five children were among six killed when a dilapidated building collapsed in Mumbai during heavy monsoon rains. The city faces flooding, school closures, and a red alert for continued heavy rain and strong winds, with officials warning of risks from falling trees and branches.
- 6 killed in Mumbai building collapse as monsoon rains batter India
Six people, including five children, were killed when a dilapidated residential building collapsed in Mumbai due to heavy monsoon rains. The incident occurred in the city's east, trapping residents under debris as flooding paralyzed parts of the financial capital.
- As monsoon rains falter, Wayanad farmers in Kerala fear poor harvest
Wayanad farmers in Kerala are concerned about a poor harvest due to a rainfall deficit. The district recorded 270.23 mm of rain in June, the lowest for the month in the past five years according to the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology.
- 2 killed, nine injured in rain-related incidents across Punjab
Two people were killed and nine injured in Punjab due to rain-related incidents, including collapsing walls, roofs, and a billboard. Rescue teams responded to the incidents, and the Pakistan Meteorological Department reported significant rainfall across the region, with Mandi Bahauddin recording the highest at 23mm. A fresh monsoon spell is expected to continue in July.
- Monsoon rains to continue in Kerala
Monsoon rains are expected to continue in Kerala, with an orange alert issued for two districts on June 30.
- India’s Key Monsoon Rains Set to Begin Days After Official Start
India's key monsoon rains are expected to begin days after the official start of the rainy season. The monsoon is crucial for replenishing groundwater reserves and supporting farming activities.
- Lead diver in Laos rescue mission says, "We have high hopes that they are still alive"
Rescuers in Laos are risking their lives to save seven artisanal gold miners trapped in a flooded tunnel for seven days due to monsoon rains. The lead diver expressed hope that the miners are still alive.