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In a world where climate change looms increasingly large, the predictions from the Igad Climate Predictions and Applications Center (ICPAC) have caught the attention of many. Climate scientists at ICPAC have forecasted an unusual uptick in rainfall across multiple regions, notably Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, eastern Kenya, northern South Sudan, and southern Sudan. It’s more than just numbers and statistics; it's a clarion call for communities to prepare for nature’s dramatic shifts. According to ICPAC, “Moderate rainfall of…

In Florence, heavy rainfall has caused rivers to swell and streets to flood, prompting authorities to issue a red weather alert for this historic Italian city and its surroundings. Residents have been advised to remain indoors for their safety. Eugenio Giani, President of the Tuscany region encompassing Florence and Pisa, has urged citizens to exercise "maximum care and attention." He warned of "intense and persistent rain" expected throughout the day, stressing the importance of staying vigilant. The fire service has…

A cholera epidemic has raged in Niger for several weeks, particularly in the regions of Maradi and Zinder, which border Nigeria, a country also affected by the disease. Niger's Minister of Public Health, if he wants to be optimistic, urges the population to mobilize. According to the authorities, 600 cases have been identified…

At least 12 people died in severe flooding on Tuesday in a Chinese provincial capital that caught people in subways and schools, washed away vehicles and stranded people at their workplaces overnight. The already submerged city of Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province, was hit by 20 centimeters (8 inches) of rain from 1 p.m.…