Deadly flooding, landslides strike Brazil

At least 30 people have been killed following more than two days of torrential rains in the southeast of the country. The severe weather comes one year after a dam break killed nearly 300 people. Two days of torrential downpours have … Read More

Flood Deaths in Southern Afghanistan Rise to 59

Kabul, March 4 (Prensa Latina) The number of deaths due to heavy rains and floods that have affected southern Afghanistan since the weekend has risen to 59, while another 10 remain missing, official sources said on Monday. According to Ahmad … Read More

Sierra Leone appeals for urgent help after deadly floods and fear of disease outbreak

President Ernest Bai Koroma fought back tears and said the devastation was ‘overwhelming us’, as he toured Regent, one of the worst-hit areas. “Entire communities have been wiped out,” Koroma said Tuesday. “We need urgent support now.” As the city … Read More

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