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Flooded informal settlement in Western Cape during severe storms with high winds and rain.
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Severe storms hit Western Cape, causing deaths and flooding

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Heavy rains and gale-force winds from two cold fronts battered the Western Cape on Monday, leading to at least one confirmed death, widespread flooding in informal settlements, school closures, and disruptions to power and transport.

A powerful storm with heavy rain struck several districts of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, killing at least 56 people. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief and compensation measures.

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Tropical Storm Hagupit is expected to enter the Philippine area of responsibility on Saturday and will be locally named Caloy. The state weather bureau said the storm has a high chance of weakening once it reaches the Philippine Sea.

A violent tornado struck Bombal in southern Santa Fe early Saturday morning, killing one person and causing severe damage. Mayor Carlos Gabbi confirmed impacts on homes, industries, and roads. The entire locality remains without power as restoration efforts continue.

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A wind storm with gusts up to 168.5 km/h has injured eight people in Catalonia on Sunday, mainly in northern counties. Protección Civil has logged hundreds of calls over fallen objects and advised restricting movement. Several roads are closed and trains suspended on some lines.

Storm Nils has brought heavy snowfall to the French Alps, placing the entire massif at maximum avalanche risk (5/5) on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Several major ski resorts, such as Tignes, have closed their domains and confined residents. Four deaths have been reported in Savoie over three days due to avalanches.

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The government has allocated nearly P4.4 billion for relief operations following Tropical Storm Basyang, which battered Visayas and Mindanao. The Presidential Communications Office assured that aid is reaching affected areas. Around 467,000 people have been impacted, with 12 reported deaths under verification.

 

 

 

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