Flash floods wreak havoc in northern Afghanistan, claiming over 200 lives in Baghlan province within a single day. Heavy rains on Friday trigger catastrophic flooding, destroying thousands of homes and displacing numerous families. Baghlani Jadid district suffers particularly severe damage, with up to 1,500 homes destroyed or damaged and over 100 fatalities reported. The Taliban government confirms 62 casualties, while other provinces like Takhar, Badakhshan, Ghor, and Herat also witness significant losses. Emergency responders mobilize swiftly, but Afghanistan's vulnerability to climate change underscores the urgent need for enhanced disaster preparedness and infrastructure.

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms across large swaths of the UK on Sunday. After basking in sunshine and temperatures up to 27°C, a "thundery breakdown" is forecast from midday onwards. The warning covers northwest England, Wales, central England, and the Southwest, cautioning against potential flooding, lightning strikes, and travel disruptions. While Friday and Saturday promise summery weather, Sunday's storms threaten to dampen the spirits. Authorities urge precautions as isolated properties may flood, and strong winds, hail, and lightning could cause damage. The unsettled conditions mark a stark contrast to the preceding warm spell.

Bengaluru was hit by heavy rain on Thursday evening and Friday morning, causing widespread flooding and disruption to normal life. Several areas of the city were under water for hours, affecting main roads and prompting police to redirect traffic. The flooding also affected domestic flight services at the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), with water leakage in Terminal 2 causing inconvenience to passengers and impacting flight operations. At least 17 flights were diverted to Chennai due to the flooding. The airport authorities have confirmed the incident and are working to restore normal operations.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that the heatwave will subside in most parts of the country starting Friday, except for West Rajasthan and Kerala. A heatwave alert remains in place only for these two regions. Meanwhile, a yellow alert has been issued for other areas, indicating a low probability of significant rain. Thunderstorm activity is expected to increase due to moisture flow from the Bay of Bengal, with a possibility of strong lightning in several states, including Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam, and Meghalaya.

Social media buzzes with anticipation as Mumbai braces for rainfall predicted by weather influencers and the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Mumbai Weather forecasts pre-monsoon showers across Maharashtra, particularly in Madhya Maharashtra, Ghats, and South Konkan. Mumbai Rains predicts moderate rainfall over Mumbai and the Maharashtra coast, with heavier showers expected in South Mumbai. Meanwhile, IMD anticipates light to moderate rain in isolated areas of Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada. Mumbai skies are expected to be partly cloudy, with temperatures hovering around 34°C. Despite the forecasted rain, IMD predicts only a gradual rise in temperatures over the next few days.

Londoners are reveling in warm spring weather as temperatures soar to 20.8C, with forecasts predicting the hottest day of the year on Saturday, potentially reaching 25C. The Met Office anticipates dry and sunny conditions until then, with London and southern England experiencing the highest temperatures. However, travel disruptions loom as a section of the M25 closes for construction, coinciding with ongoing train strikes. Despite the pleasant forecast, the Met Office warns of a short-lived heatwave, with thundery conditions expected to return next week, accompanied by cooler temperatures and showers.      

Mount Ibu, situated in Indonesia's North Maluku province, erupted, sending a thick column of ash 1.5 kilometers into the sky. The volcano's alert level was raised from two to three, with authorities establishing an exclusion zone of three to five kilometers around the crater. Residents were advised to wear protective gear due to the possibility of falling ash. Indonesia, located on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," frequently experiences seismic and volcanic activity. Last month's eruptions of Mount Ruang prompted evacuations, with ongoing vigilance maintained in affected regions.

Temperatures are set to soar this weekend, with Saturday expected to be the hottest day of the year so far. The Met Office predicts highs of up to 26C in the south of England, beating the current high of 23.4C recorded in Suffolk last Thursday. High pressure will bring dry and settled weather, making for a pleasant and warm weekend. According to Met Office meteorologist Amy Bokota, there is good confidence that the high pressure will last until the weekend, with temperatures building over the next few days and peaking on Saturday.

Delhi is expected to receive rain this week, bringing relief from the scorching heat. The maximum temperature on Tuesday touched 42 degrees Celsius, three notches above normal. While temperatures remain high, no heatwave warning has been issued. According to the IMD, partly cloudy weather is predicted for Wednesday, with temperatures likely to cross 40 degrees Celsius. However, light drizzling and thunderstorms are expected on May 11 and 12, providing a respite from the heat. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to settle at 41 and 24 degrees Celsius, respectively.

A severe heatwave is persisting across India, with temperatures soaring in several states. Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka are expected to experience heatwave conditions on Tuesday, while Delhi is likely to reach 42 degrees Celsius. The national capital recorded its hottest day of the year on Sunday, with a maximum temperature of 41.1 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department has warned of above-normal temperatures this month, with heatwave conditions prevailing in several regions, including West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. Saraikela in Jharkhand recorded the highest temperature at 45.1 degrees Celsius in the past 24 hours.