Heavy rains in northeastern South Africa have killed at least 10 people and forced authorities to close the world-famous Kruger National Park, officials said Thursday. The floods also damaged roads, homes, and communities, prompting large-scale evacuations. Neighboring Mozambique is on alert as rivers rise and water levels threaten low-lying areas. Most of the deaths occurred …
The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has called for urgent action to close critical gaps in global early warning systems designed to protect communities from extreme weather and climate-related disasters, particularly in developing countries. Speaking at a special meeting in Geneva on Monday, WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo said early warnings are essential to saving lives and …
