Rio Grande do Sul floods (Brazil, May 2024)

Rio Grande do Sul floods (Brazil, May 2024) Key facts & figures (from news reports) Severe floods in Brazil’s southern state left at least 90 people dead, 131 missing, and 155,000 homeless. The capital Porto Alegre was cut off as roads, airports and water treatment plants were submerged. Almost 500,000 people were without power, and […]

Valencia high‑rise apartment fire (Spain, 22 Feb 2024)

Valencia high‑rise apartment fire (Spain, 22 Feb 2024) Key facts & figures (from news reports) A blaze tore through two residential towers in Valencia. Officials found ten bodies and 14 injured survivors; over 140 apartments were affected. Strong winds and polyurethane cladding made the fire spread quickly and residents described fleeing via balconies. At least […]