Gujarat's State Education Minister Praful Pansheriya announced the closure of all primary schools on August 27 due to heavy rains. Over the past 24 hours, Gujarat recorded an average of 63.36 mm of rainfall across 244 talukas. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rain, worsening flooding and displacing residents. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held an emergency meeting to address the crisis, focusing on evacuation and safety measures. Authorities are monitoring the Sardar Sarovar Dam water levels and preparing to deploy police to enforce safety guidelines.

Severe flooding in Bangladesh has killed at least 20 people and impacted over 5.2 million, driven by intense monsoon rains and overflowing rivers. Many residents are stranded and urgently need food, clean water, and medical supplies. Rescue efforts are hampered by blocked roads, especially in remote areas. Although rains have ceased in some regions, flooding is expected to continue. Bangladesh’s government is working to aid victims, but online rumors blame Indian dam operations, which India denies.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and Ratnagiri districts, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next four to five days. The alert, effective from August 24, warns of intense rain affecting these areas. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has also issued a cautionary SMS to Mumbai residents, advising them to be vigilant as heavy rainfall is expected in the city and its suburbs within the next 3-4 hours. Authorities are urging residents to stay informed and prepared for possible weather-related disruptions.

A volcanic eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, the sixth in one year, has devastated the fishing town of Grindavik. Lava burst from a fissure on Thursday, forcing the evacuation of remaining residents. The town, located about forty kilometers from Reykjavik, has been severely damaged by seismic activity, with homes and roads overtaken by molten rock. Scientists warn that eruptions may continue for months or even years as Iceland faces its most destructive volcanic activity in half a century. Protective barriers have been erected, but residents remain on high alert.

A volcano in Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula erupted on Thursday for the sixth time since December. Lava and smoke began to flow from a 3.9 km long crack at the Sundhnúks crater row. The Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) had detected earthquake activity earlier, indicating an eruption was likely. The lava is currently not threatening the nearby town of Grindavik, which was evacuated during an earlier eruption. Authorities continue to monitor the situation. Iceland’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the eruption’s impact is limited, and no one is in immediate danger.

Delhi has recorded 269.9 mm of rainfall in August 2024, the highest in the past decade, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This surpasses the previous record of 269.1 mm set in August 2013. The number of rainy days in the city has also exceeded the average of 10.2 days for August. The increased precipitation reflects an unusual weather pattern for the city, marking a significant deviation from historical rainfall data and highlighting an exceptional monsoon season this year.

The death toll from the recent floods in Tripura has increased to 20, officials reported. Seven additional fatalities occurred in South Tripura district due to landslides, including three women and a child. The landslides were triggered by heavy rainfall, causing houses to collapse in Santirbazar. Rescue teams recovered all seven bodies on Thursday. This is the state's worst monsoon flooding in over 30 years, with many more affected by the ongoing disaster. The government is working to provide aid and relief to those impacted by the floods.

Floods in India’s northeastern state of Tripura and neighboring Bangladesh have left at least fifteen people dead and stranded hundreds of thousands. In Tripura, eleven people were killed by drowning and mudslides, and thousands were displaced. The state issued a “red” alert, closed schools, and opened over three hundred relief camps. In Bangladesh, four deaths were reported as rising waters from upstream India affected areas like Cumilla, Feni, and Noakhali. Rescue efforts are underway, but communication and power outages hinder the response. Some Bangladeshi residents blamed India’s dam operations for the sudden floods, which India denied.

Storm Lilian is set to impact the UK with strong winds and heavy rain, starting tonight and continuing into Friday morning. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for northern England, including Yorkshire, Merseyside, and Lancashire, as well as parts of Wales and southwest Scotland. Winds are expected to reach 50-60mph, with gusts exceeding 75mph in some areas. The storm could cause significant travel disruption, damage to buildings, and injuries from debris. The warning is in effect from 5am to 11am on Friday, potentially affecting bank holiday plans for many.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for the North East of the UK, with strong winds and heavy rain expected on Thursday, August 22. Gusts of up to 60mph are predicted in parts of Durham and Tyne and Wear, causing potential transport disruptions. The warning is in effect from 8am to 8pm, with Northumberland and Tyneside most affected. Darlington's tip has been closed due to high winds. The weather is expected to improve over the bank holiday weekend, with calmer, drier conditions anticipated. Residents are urged to take care during the stormy weather.