KALEHE, Congo—The death toll from flash floods and landslides in eastern Congo has risen beyond 200, with many more people still missing, according to local authorities in the province of South Kivu. Thomas Bakenge, administrator of Kalehe, the worst-hit territory, told reporters on the scene Saturday that 203 bodies had been recovered so far, but…
Widespread Damage as Tornado Moves Through Mississippi
ROLLING FORK, Miss.—A strong tornado tore through a rural area of the Mississippi Delta on Friday night, causing injuries, widespread damage and downing power lines as severe weather that produced hail the size of golf balls moved through several southern states. The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado caused damage about 60 miles (96 kilometers)…
Australian Media Personality Alan Jones Leaves Sky News
Iconic Australian media personality Alan Jones is leaving Sky News Australia. The veteran conservative broadcaster will host his final program with the channel on Nov. 4 at 8 p.m. “Sky News has indicated to me that they will not renew my contract, which ends on Nov. 30,” he said in a statement on Facebook. The…
Afghan Villagers Search for Survivors as Flash Flood Kills at Least 40
KABUL—Afghan villagers searched desperately for survivors after a flash flood swept down a narrow valley in a Taliban-controlled area, killing at least 40 people and destroying dozens of houses in the early hours of Thursday morning, officials said. Getting reliable information was difficult, according to Afghan officials, as Kamdesh district in the mountainous eastern province…
Official: Crash, ‘Likely’ Due to Storm, Kills 10 in Alabama
ATLANTA—Tropical Depression Claudette claimed 12 lives in Alabama as the storm swept across the southeastern U.S., causing flash flooding and spurring tornadoes that destroyed dozens of homes. Ten people, including nine children, were killed Saturday in a two-vehicle crash, according to Butler County Coroner Wayne Garlock, who said the vehicles likely hydroplaned on wet roads….
9 Girls, Man Killed in Storm-Drenched Alabama Highway Pileup
ATLANTA—Tropical Depression Claudette claimed 12 lives in Alabama as the storm swept across the southeastern U.S., causing flash flooding and spurring tornadoes that destroyed dozens of homes. Ten people, including nine children, were killed Saturday in a 15-vehicle crash about 35 miles (55 kilometers) south of Montgomery on Interstate 65, according to Butler County Coroner…
9 Children, Man Killed in Storm-Drenched Alabama Highway Pileup
ATLANTA—Tropical Depression Claudette claimed 12 lives in Alabama as the storm swept across the southeastern U.S., causing flash flooding and spurring tornadoes that destroyed dozens of homes. Ten people, including nine children, were killed Saturday in a 15-vehicle crash about 35 miles (55 kilometers) south of Montgomery on Interstate 65, according to Butler County Coroner…
9 Children, Man Killed in Storm-Drenched Alabama Highway Crash
ATLANTA—Tropical Depression Claudette claimed 12 lives in Alabama as the storm swept across the southeastern U.S., causing flash flooding and spurring tornadoes that destroyed dozens of homes. Ten people, including nine children, were killed Saturday in a fiery multi-vehicle crash about 35 miles (55 kilometers) south of Montgomery on Interstate 65, according to Butler County…
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