Storm Floris lashed the UK with powerful winds, peaking at 124mph in Cairngorm, Scotland—surpassing the earlier 122mph record. The Met Office issued amber and yellow weather warnings across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of northern England. Coastal regions face danger to life and injury risks. Over 68 UK flights were cancelled, particularly from Aberdeen and Belfast City airports, as 2.2% of departures were disrupted. The storm also caused 100 Edinburgh Fringe shows to be cancelled and campervans overturned on major roads. While the storm is easing, wind warnings remain for northern Scotland, Shetland, and Orkney until Tuesday morning. (PC: X)

Storm Floris has caused power cuts in Ireland, leaving around 10,000 homes, farms, and businesses without electricity. Most of the outages were reported in the northwest region. ESB Networks said the damage was caused by strong winds linked to the storm. The impact is said to be moderate and similar to previous storms. As of 10:30am, repair teams have been sent out and are working to restore power where it is safe. Storm Floris has also caused travel delays and high winds in parts of the UK, with gusts reaching 108mph in the Scottish Highlands. More disruptions are expected. (PC: PA)

Storm Floris has slammed parts of the UK, bringing winds as strong as 108mph. Scotland, northern England, and Northern Ireland are worst hit. Flights have been cancelled, trains stopped, and bridges closed. Around 10,000 homes in Ireland are without power. Campervans were blown over on roads, and councils paused services. Edinburgh Zoo closed due to high winds, and football fans were warned to travel safely. The Met Office issued yellow and amber alerts across the region. People are being asked to stay indoors and avoid travel. Emergency crews are working to fix power cuts and respond to damage across the country. (PC: PA)

Storm Floris has struck the UK, triggering widespread travel disruption across Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Met Office issued amber and yellow wind warnings, with gusts reaching up to 85mph in exposed coastal and highland areas. Flights at Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Belfast City airports have been cancelled, including arrivals from Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, and Edinburgh. Train operators LNER and Avanti West Coast advised against travel north of Newcastle and Preston, while Network Rail imposed speed restrictions and closed several Scottish lines. Ferry services were also affected. Loganair offered free rebooking options. The storm is expected to ease by Tuesday, with improving weather and rising temperatures forecast later in the week. (PC: BBC & The Guardian)

Russia’s Krasheninnikov Volcano erupted overnight in the Kamchatka Peninsula for the first time in 600 years, following a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake on July 30. Scientists believe the eruption was triggered by tectonic stress from the quake, which ruptured a 390 km fault line and prompted tsunami warnings across the Pacific. The volcano released an ash plume rising 6,000 meters, though no populated areas were affected. The region, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, is one of the world’s most seismically active zones. The eruption coincided with a 6.8-magnitude aftershock near the Kuril Islands, reaffirming the high seismic risk and prompting renewed focus on monitoring and disaster preparedness.

The Krasheninnikov Volcano in Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula has erupted for the first time in over 500 years, sending ash plumes 6 km high. Experts say the eruption may be linked to last week’s massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake in the region. Hours later, a 7.0 quake struck the nearby Kuril Islands, prompting tsunami warnings for Kamchatka. Though wave heights are low, residents have been advised to stay away from shorelines. The Kamchatka Peninsula, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, is prone to seismic activity. Authorities confirmed no threat to populated areas, but aftershocks could continue for weeks.

The River Ganga in Varanasi has surged above the official warning level of ~70.26 m, flooding major ghats and low-lying neighbourhoods after relentless monsoon downpours over recent days . Local residents report that each day, another step of the ghats disappears underwater, affecting key sites like Namo Ghat, Dashashwamedh, Manikarnika, and Assi Ghat, severely disrupting its sacred routines including Ganga Aarti and cremations . The swollen tributary Varuna River has also breached banks, inundating multiple localities and displacing families . Authorities—including NDRF, river police and local administration—have activated flood control centres, relief camps and water ambulances, with Prime Minister Modi reviewing the situation and urging rapid relief measures. (PC: AFP)

Russia’s Krasheninnikov volcano, dormant for nearly 600 years, erupted shortly after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck Kamchatka on July 30, 2025. The eruption sent ash plumes 6 km into the atmosphere and was accompanied by an orange aviation alert, though no casualties or structural damage have been reported. Experts believe seismic pressure from the recent quake may have triggered the volcano’s awakening. Located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, Kamchatka has seen heightened geological activity in recent days, including tsunami alerts and minor eruptions from nearby volcanoes, intensifying global scientific monitoring.

The Yamuna River in Delhi has surged to 204.14 metres, nearing the warning mark of 204.5 metres, due to continuous rainfall in the upper catchment areas of Haryana and Uttarakhand. Officials warn it may cross the warning level within 48 hours, prompting advisories for residents in low-lying areas to stay alert and avoid riverbanks. The Hathnikund Barrage continues to feed the river, raising flood concerns. Delhi previously recorded a peak of 208.66 metres in July 2023, which inundated areas like Yamuna Bazaar, Rajghat, and Civil Lines. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh faces flood-like conditions in Prayagraj and Varanasi, with thousands of homes submerged and rescue operations underway. (PC: Mint & The Indian Express)

Russia’s Krasheninnikov Volcano erupted overnight in the Kamchatka Peninsula for the first time in 600 years, following a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake on July 30. Scientists believe the eruption was triggered by tectonic stress from the quake, which ruptured a 390 km fault line and prompted tsunami warnings across the Pacific. The volcano released an ash plume rising 6,000 meters, though no populated areas were affected. The region, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, is one of the world’s most seismically active zones. The eruption coincided with a 6.8-magnitude aftershock near the Kuril Islands, reaffirming the high seismic risk and prompting renewed focus on monitoring and disaster preparedness.