UK is experiencing fresh flooding, with the Environment Agency issuing 63 flood warnings and 121 flood alerts as of 6am Friday. Heavy rain and potential tornadoes have hit the London commuter belt, prompting yellow and amber warnings. Areas affected include Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, and the West Midlands, which have seen flash floods. According to Meteorologist Greg Dewhurst, northern and central England and Wales are hardest hit due to saturated ground from recent rainfall, with 30-40mm of rainfall expected within three hours.

Hurricane Helene made landfall in northwestern Florida as a Category 4 storm, prompting warnings of a "catastrophic" storm surge. The National Hurricane Center reported that Helene struck near the mouth of the Aucilla River in the Big Bend area around 11:10 PM local time. The storm is expected to produce winds exceeding 140 mph (225 kph) and flash flooding. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis reported one confirmed death from a sign falling onto a vehicle on the motorway. He warned that residents may face additional loss of life and extensive property damage as the state assesses the storm's impact in the coming days.

Heavy rainfall triggered a landslide on the Mumbra bypass road in Mumbai on Wednesday evening, but there were no reported injuries. Fire Officer Swapnil Sarnobat confirmed that the landslide occurred due to persistent rain, with the incident reported around 9:30 PM. The area is known to be susceptible to landslides during heavy rain. Crews have cleared the rocks from the road. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued rainfall in Mumbai until October 1. An orange alert has been issued for the city, while a red alert is in effect for Thane, Palghar, and Raigad districts.

The Meteorological department forecasts heavy rainfall in several West Bengal districts, with extremely heavy downpours expected in sub-Himalayan areas. A low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal will bring rain and thunderstorms to south and north Bengal over the next seven days. Coastal districts, including North and South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur, will experience very heavy rainfall through Thursday. Kolkata and other south Bengal districts can expect heavy rain. The weather alert comes ahead of Durga Puja celebrations, potentially disrupting festivities.

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and its suburbs on Wednesday, with over 100 mm of rainfall recorded in several areas within five hours. The downpour caused severe waterlogging, disrupted local train services, and diverted 14 flights. In Andheri, a woman drowned in an overflowing drain, resulting in one fatality. While rain intensity eased later at night, more showers are forecasted in the coming days. Schools were closed on Thursday as a precaution. By morning, floodwaters had receded, and vehicle movement returned to normal. Flight operations at Mumbai airport also resumed after a brief suspension due to the weather.

Heavy rain continues to disrupt Mumbai, prompting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to close all schools and colleges on Sept 26. Rail tracks have been submerged at Kurla, Bhandup, and Vikhroli, leading to delays on the Central Railway line, while 14 flights have been diverted. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai and neighboring areas, warning of thunderstorms, gusty winds up to 50 km/h, and rainfall exceeding 204.5 mm. Residents have been advised to stay indoors as the weather worsens over the next few days.

Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced plans for artificial rain between November 1 and 15 to tackle the anticipated spike in pollution following Diwali and stubble burning. He revealed a 21-point action plan to address winter air pollution in the capital. Rai stated that a formal request for permission to implement artificial rain has been sent to the Union Environment Minister, but a response is still pending. The artificial rain initiative is part of ongoing efforts to reduce the severe air pollution that regularly affects Delhi during the colder months due to seasonal factors like crop residue burning.

Commuters are experiencing road closures and disrupted rail services as multiple flood warnings remain in effect due to heavy rainfall. Some areas have received over a month’s worth of rain in just 24 hours, causing rising waters to damage homes and render roads impassable. A new weather warning has been issued for Thursday, predicting further heavy rain and strong winds across northern England and the North Midlands, with the potential for additional flooding. The Met Office warns that the heaviest rainfall, expected to accumulate between 80-100 mm, will impact the Pennines and North York Moors, while coastal areas may also face strong winds.

The Amazon rainforest, spanning nine South American countries, has lost 88 million hectares (12.5%) of its forest cover since 1985 due to deforestation, according to RAISG. This loss, equivalent to the size of Germany and France combined, is primarily due to mining, agriculture, and livestock activities. The deforestation is accelerating, impacting the global climate by releasing more carbon into the atmosphere. Severe drought and wildfires, exacerbated by climate change, have worsened the situation, with scientists warning of increasing wildfire risks. The disruption threatens the lifestyle of 47 million people relying on Amazon rivers, now at historic lows.

A “tornado” struck Luton on Sunday, causing severe flooding and leaving streets submerged as heavy downpours hit towns outside London. The storm created chaotic scenes, with debris swirling through the air and cars abandoned in the rising waters. Motorists were left in shock as a thick cloud appeared to spin above them during the intense weather conditions. The sudden storm led to significant disruption, with reports of cars submerged and roads impassable due to the flooding. Emergency services were called to assist in affected areas, as the severe weather left residents and drivers grappling with unexpected damage and dangerous conditions.