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Tragic Incident in Banswara: Young Child Perishes, Grandmother Injured as House Wall Collapses Amid Heavy Rains

Udaipur, India: A tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Monday when a four-year-old boy lost his life and a 55-year-old woman sustained serious injuries due to the collapse of a house wall in Banswara’s Sundari village. Torrential rains, which have been affecting the region, are believed to have weakened the structure leading to the collapse. The victims, identified as Ashwin, the young boy, and Kanku, his grandmother, were reportedly asleep in their home …

Delhi Disaster: Heavy Rains Trigger Fatal Building Collapse and Widespread Flooding

New Delhi, India – Torrential rains in the Indian capital have led to tragic incidents, including the collapse of buildings and severe flooding, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The city faced an unprecedented downpour overnight, overwhelming its infrastructure and causing havoc on roads and residential areas. Authorities confirmed that several older structures succumbed to the deluge, collapsing in different parts of the city. These incidents have collectively claimed lives and inflicted injuries on numerous …

Tragic Turn for Civil Service Hopefuls: Heavy Rain Drowns Dreams in Delhi Coaching Centre, Leads to Arrests

New Delhi, India — Tragedy struck a Delhi coaching center where three civil services exam aspirants perished after a sudden flood inundated the basement during heavy rains, officials reported Sunday. The disaster not only highlighted persistent urban planning issues but also led to stringent legal actions against the center’s operators. The event unfolded when emergency services received an urgent call around 7:10 pm regarding the flooding. Despite not being a fire incident, five fire tenders …

Rains in Brazil: 21 Missing, Multiple Dead After Heavy Downpour in Southern Brazil

Porto Alegre, Brazil – Heavy rains in southern Brazil have resulted in 21 people reported missing and multiple casualties. The intense downpours have caused significant damage, with flooding and landslides affecting several areas in the region. The torrential rains have led to widespread destruction, displacing families from their homes and disrupting daily life. Emergency response teams are working tirelessly to rescue those trapped in the debris and provide aid to the affected communities. The city …

Missing: 21 People Lost in Southern Brazil After Heavy Rains Cause Multiple Deaths

In Sao Paulo, Brazil, heavy rains have wreaked havoc in the Southern regions, leaving at least 21 individuals missing and resulting in multiple fatalities. The relentless downpour has led to severe flooding and landslides, causing widespread destruction in its wake. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate the missing individuals and provide assistance to those affected by the disaster. The Brazilian government has launched emergency response efforts to address the immediate needs of the impacted …

Osino Presby Senior High Technical Under Heavy Police Deployment After Fatal Attack

Osino, Eastern Region, Ghana – Osino Presby Senior High Technical students (SHTS) in the Eastern region are currently experiencing a heavy police presence following a violent attack on Monday that resulted in one fatality. The Fanteakwa South District Security Council (DISEC) has deployed law enforcement to restore calm and order to the area and to ensure the safety of residents. There are also discussions between the Ghana Education Service (GES) and DISEC regarding the possibility …

California Hit by Deadly Storm: Heavy Downpours, Mudslides, and Winds Cause Widespread Damage

San Jose, California – A powerful atmospheric river storm slammed into California on February 5, causing widespread damage with heavy downpours, destructive mudslides, and violent winds. The storm resulted in the tragic deaths of at least three people and left a trail of destruction in its wake. The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, which led to the collapse of trees and power lines, causing chaos and danger across the region. The relentless downpours …