Southern Africa Humanitarian Crisis Overview (January 2025)
In 2024, Southern Africa faced unprecedented humanitarian crises due to severe droughts, floods, and disease outbreaks, affecting 22 million people....
Weather
Impact of Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi on Madagascar
Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi has affected over 7,000 people in Madagascar, damaging thousands of homes. Displaced individuals are returning home, but...
Severe Weather Alert: Heavy Rainfall Forecast for South Africa and Botswana
From January 4 to 9, continuous heavy rainfall is forecasted to impact South Africa and Botswana, with southern Botswana and...
Richmond Weather Forecast: Snow Chances and Colder Temperatures Ahead
Richmond, VA, is projected to experience increasing clouds and a chance of flurries on Thursday, followed by warmer weather on...
The Role of Santa Ana Winds in California’s Wildfire Crisis
Santa Ana winds are a recurring phenomenon contributing to severe wildfires in California, exacerbated by climate change, which increases fire-prone...
Madagascar: Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi – Flash Update No. 3 (15 January 2025)
Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi has affected over 7,000 people in Madagascar, damaging houses and disrupting education. Displacement sites have been vacated...
South Africa Closes Border with Botswana Due to Heavy Rainfall and Flooding
Heavy rainfall and flooding have led to the temporary closure of the Grobler’s Bridge border crossing between South Africa and...
Forecast for Richmond: Cold Weather and Potential Winter Storm Ahead
Richmond will experience very cold, sunny weather on Wednesday, with dry air and dew points in the single digits. A...
Tsunami Warning Issued Following Strong Earthquake in Japan
A strong earthquake of 6.9 magnitude struck Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan, prompting tsunami warnings in the region. The quake, at...
Tsunami Warning Issued Following 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake in Japan
A tsunami warning was issued after a 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan. The quake occurred early...
