As of 16 July, at least 100 people have been killed in Germany, 22 in Belgium, and over 1,500 have been reported missing due to heavy rainfall. The areas most heavily affected by the rain are Rhineland-Palatinate, North Rhine-Westphalia where 4,500 residents were evacuated due to structural damage to the Steinbach dam, and Saarland. Flash flooding and landslides have been occurring throughout the region.
Yellow vest protestors plan to protest in Paris on 14 July. Participants are expected to gather at Champs-Elysees at 10:00 local time. A march will also be staged at 15:00, where participants will gather at Place de Clichy before marching to Place de la Republique. Protests are against the implementation of the Health Pass, providing COVID-19 vaccination, and will take place in addition to Bastille Day events.
A storm warning has been initiated until 14 July in case of flash floods and other destructive weather systems in Western Australia. The inclement weather is likely to cause disruptions in power, travel routes, and at the Perth Airport (PER).
On 12 July, authorities deployed the military to the Gauteng and Kwazulu Natal Provinces in response to ongoing violent protests. Hundreds of demonstrators have been arrested for rioting due to participation in looting, arson, and vandalism. As of 21:33 local time, at least 219 people have been arrested and at least six have been killed.
On 12 July in Ayutthaya, Thailand officials are responding to a chemical leak at a factory in the Bang Pa-In Industrial Estate. Time and cause of the incident are unclear. The incident left 35 employees unconscious. Officials may issue evacuation orders for nearby buildings.
Wildfires are widely occurring and will continue to affect living arrangements and available transportation routes. Currently, there are 166 fires burning across the province that have caused travel disruptions and closures on Highway 1 and Highway 12 as well as rail lines.
Demonstrations are scheduled for 12 July up until the end of August in Northern Ireland. The gatherings are a part of Irish independence groups taking part in the marching season. Heightened security may be present.
Temperatures are expected to reach 105°F (44°C) across southern Spain from 10-11 July 2021. This will increase the likelihood of heat-related illness in locations that lack adequate ventilation and air conditioning.
Adverse weather conditions in the coming hours on 8 July are expected to cause travel disruption throughout the Western and Central areas of Japan. These weather conditions are likely to cause floods, landslides, and electrical outages. There are reports of ongoing disruptions on train lines and could lead to flight disruption in the Kansai International Airport and Hiroshima Airport.
Wildfires continue in the province of British Columbia due to the recent heatwave that has affected the area. There are currently over 200 wildfires taking place throughout the province as firefighters and emergency officials try to control them. Expect intense episodes of smoke in the coming days.
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