Storm Marta Forces Evacuations in Spain and Portugal
Thousands evacuated as Storm Marta hits Spain and Portugal, causing deaths, flooding, and major disruption to transport and agriculture.
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Storm Leonardo and Marta Force Iberian Evacuations
Consecutive storms Leonardo and Marta have forced thousands to evacuate in Spain and Portugal, causing fatalities, widespread flooding, and severe agricultural damage.
Cyclone Intensifies, WA Towns Brace for Winds and Flooding
A powerful cyclone is intensifying off the coast of Western Australia, with towns in the north-west region preparing for destructive winds and potential flooding as the storm approaches.
Storm Leonardo Forces Mass Evacuations in Iberia
Storm Leonardo has forced over 11,000 evacuations in Spain and Portugal, with two fatalities reported and another storm, Marta, approaching the region.
Storm Leonardo Devastates Southern Portugal and Spain
A powerful storm named Leonardo has struck southern Portugal and Spain, leading to severe flooding, property damage, and disruption in coastal regions.
Wellington Sewage Disaster Closes Beaches
Wellington faces an environmental emergency as millions of litres of untreated sewage flow into coastal waters after treatment plant failure, prompting health warnings.
Japan Snow Crisis: 35 Dead, 400 Injured
At least 35 people have died and nearly 400 injured in Japan due to weeks of heavy snowfall, with officials warning of more severe weather and landslide risks.
UK's 'Forever Chemicals' Plan Called Weak and Disappointing
Environmental campaigners decry the UK government's new Pfas action plan as 'crushingly disappointing', warning it fails to match tougher European measures on these harmful 'forever chemicals'.
Cadia Goldmine Faces NSW Pollution Class Action
Residents near Orange, NSW file environmental class action against Cadia goldmine alleging air, land, and water pollution from heavy metals and dust contamination.
LA Wildfires: Families Barred from Returning to Burned Homes
Families in Los Angeles face uncertainty as wildfires have destroyed homes, with authorities preventing return due to safety risks and ongoing investigations.
Australia's Record-Breaking Heatwave: Five Key Impacts
South-eastern Australia endures one of its most severe heatwaves on record, with soaring temperatures, unprecedented alpine heat, and dangerous overnight conditions affecting health and events.
Sicily Landslide: 1,500 Evacuated, Homes Uninhabitable
Heavy rain triggers a massive landslide in Niscemi, Sicily, causing homes to collapse off a cliff and prompting a state of emergency with €100m in aid.
Tree-Planting Volunteers Aid Albania's Vjosa River Park
Volunteers join conservation efforts in Albania's Vjosa River National Park, planting trees to combat erosion and preserve one of Europe's last wild river ecosystems.
Sydney's Sewage Crisis: Beach-Closing 'Poo Balls' Battle
A 16-month investigation reveals how a massive fatberg at Sydney Water's Malabar plant caused sewage debris to close beaches, with authorities slow to accept responsibility.
Sicily Town Niscemi Evacuated After Cyclone Harry Landslide
A 4km-long landslide triggered by Cyclone Harry has forced 1,500 evacuations in Niscemi, Sicily, with homes at risk of collapse and the town's historic centre threatened.
Patagonia Wildfires: Why They're Nearly Impossible to Stop
Over 18,000 hectares in Patagonia have been ravaged by wildfires since January, exacerbated by funding cuts, flammable pine plantations, and unfounded conspiracy theories targeting Indigenous communities.
Fukushima's Frozen Classrooms 15 Years After Disaster
A primary school near Fukushima remains exactly as children left it when evacuated 15 years ago, while nature reclaims the area and authorities debate human return.
Bunnings ACCC Probe Over Illegal Timber and Greenwashing
The Wilderness Society has called for an ACCC investigation into Bunnings, alleging it sells unlawfully logged timber despite promoting responsible sourcing policies.
UK Supermarkets Push for Amazon Soy Safeguards After Brazil Ban Ends
Major UK supermarkets including Tesco and Sainsbury's are urging global soy traders to maintain deforestation safeguards after Brazil abandoned the landmark Amazon soy moratorium.
US Winter Storm: 15 Dead, 800,000 Without Power
A major winter storm sweeping across the US has resulted in at least 15 fatalities and left over 800,000 without electricity, with thousands of flights cancelled and widespread disruption reported from Texas to Maine.
Tasmanian Salmon Mass Deaths Hit 4 Million in 2025
Government data reveals over 4 million salmon died prematurely at Tasmanian farms in 2025, with warming ocean temperatures blamed. Calls grow for fines under animal welfare laws.
US Winter Storm: 800,000 Without Power
A massive winter storm stretching from Colorado to New England has left nearly 800,000 households without power, affecting over half the US population with heavy snow and freezing rain.
US Winter Storm: 15 States Declare Emergency
A massive winter storm threatens 140 million Americans with snow, ice, and -46°C wind chills. President Trump approves emergency declarations as forecasters warn of hurricane-level damage.
Sydney Sewage and Shark Attacks: Expert Analysis
Experts examine if Sydney's outdated sewage system contributes to recent shark attacks, citing factors like warm water, murky conditions, and nutrient runoff.
Storm Ingrid Destroys Historic Pier, Sea Wall
Storm Ingrid's 60mph winds and heavy rain have washed away part of Teignmouth's historic Grand Pier and collapsed a sea wall at Dawlish, disrupting rail services across Devon and Cornwall.
Java Landslide: 8 Dead, 80+ Missing After Heavy Rain
A devastating landslide triggered by days of torrential rainfall on Indonesia's Java island has left at least eight people dead and over 80 missing, with rescue operations ongoing.
NZ Landslide: Rescue Ends, Recovery for Six Victims
Rescue efforts at Mount Maunganui landslide site switch to recovery operation after human remains found. Police warn recovery could take days due to unstable ground.
US Winter Storm: Snow, Ice and Arctic Cold Threat
A major winter storm is sweeping the US, bringing snow, ice and dangerously cold temperatures, with 12 states declaring emergencies and millions under alerts.
NZ Landslide: Two Dead, Six Missing at Campsite
A devastating landslide at a Mount Maunganui campsite in New Zealand has claimed two lives, with six people missing. Rescue efforts continue amid unstable conditions.
200 Arrested in Amazon Gold Mining Crackdown
Police across four Amazon nations have arrested nearly 200 people in a major joint operation targeting illegal gold mining, seizing cash, gold, mercury and firearms.
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