The death toll from devastating floods in Côte d’Ivoire has risen sharply to 59, more than four times the figure announced earlier on Wednesday, as rescue teams continue searching for missing persons.

Government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly announced the updated casualty figure after a cabinet meeting, describing this year’s flooding as “particularly high.”

He said search and rescue operations were ongoing, warning that the number of fatalities could increase as emergency responders reach more affected areas.

Coulibaly also urged residents to comply with government safety directives and evacuate communities identified as high-risk flood zones.

Earlier in the day, authorities had reported 12 deaths before the toll rose significantly following updated assessments.

Minister of Social Cohesion, Belmonde Dogo, said persistent rainfall that began on the night of June 27 triggered severe flooding and landslides across the commercial capital, Abidjan, and surrounding communities.

The floods caused extensive destruction, with roads submerged, vehicles swept away, and several neighbourhoods inundated, according to images and videos shared on social media.

The disaster comes as several West African countries, including Nigeria and Ghana, battle severe flooding caused by heavy seasonal rainfall.

According to the World Meteorological Organization, Africa remains one of the regions most vulnerable to extreme weather events despite contributing only a small share of global greenhouse gas emissions.

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Two people have been confirmed dead after a 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck southern China’s Guangxi region in the early hours of Monday, triggering building collapses and large-scale evacuation efforts.

According to reports from Chinese state media, the earthquake hit Liuzhou city in Guangxi at approximately 12:21 a.m. local time, leaving widespread destruction in its wake.

Authorities said one person remained missing as rescue teams continued search operations across the affected communities.

Buildings Collapse as Thousands Evacuate

State broadcaster CCTV identified the deceased victims as a couple — a 63-year-old man and a 53-year-old woman.

Officials also confirmed that at least 13 buildings collapsed following the tremor, while more than 7,000 residents were evacuated from impacted areas as a precautionary measure.

Videos aired by state media showed panicked residents rushing out of high-rise buildings moments after the earthquake struck.

Scenes from the disaster zone also revealed piles of rubble surrounding destroyed structures as emergency workers moved quickly to assess the damage.

Rescue Teams Continue Search Operations

Search and rescue teams, accompanied by trained rescue dogs, were deployed to locate survivors trapped beneath debris.

Emergency personnel wearing protective helmets and operating heavy equipment, including earthmovers, were seen clearing wreckage across affected sites.

Authorities said rescue operations remain ongoing as teams continue efforts to locate the missing individual.

China Faces Frequent Seismic Activity

Earthquakes occur regularly across several parts of China due to the country’s geographic location along active seismic zones.

Earlier this year, a major earthquake in the Tibet region claimed at least 126 lives and destroyed thousands of structures, highlighting the recurring threat posed by seismic events across the country.

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At least 21 people have died and more than 30 remain missing following a landslide caused by heavy rains in western Kenya, the Interior Minister confirmed on Saturday.

The disaster occurred overnight in Marakwet East, a region currently experiencing the rainy season.

Search and rescue operations were suspended for the night due to unsafe conditions.

“We have confirmed the loss of 21 people to this tragedy, while over 30 people are still unaccounted for as reported by their families,” Kipchumba Murkomen wrote on X.

The Kenyan Red Cross shared aerial images showing extensive mudslides and flash flooding.

The organization is coordinating with the government to evacuate injured residents and provide emergency assistance. Access to some affected areas remains extremely difficult due to flooding and blocked roads.

Rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities continue to assess the full impact of the disaster.

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At least 28 people have died and thousands have been displaced following days of torrential rain that triggered floods and landslides across 31 of Mexico’s 32 states, authorities said on Friday.

The state of Hidalgo was the hardest hit, recording 16 deaths, over 1,000 homes damaged, and 90 communities cut off. In Puebla, nine people were confirmed dead and about 80,000 residents affected, while additional casualties were reported in Veracruz and Querétaro.

President Claudia Sheinbaum said federal and state agencies were working to restore power, reopen roads, and deliver aid. More than 5,000 troops, boats, and helicopters have been deployed to assist rescue efforts.

Officials said the floods were worsened by landslides and overflowing rivers, especially in the Sierra Madre Oriental region, where many rural communities remain inaccessible.

Meteorologists attributed the intense rainfall to a seasonal weather shift combining warm air from the Gulf of Mexico with a cold front moving south. Meanwhile, authorities are monitoring Tropical Storms Raymond and Priscilla, which continue to dump heavy rain on western Mexico.

The government has opened shelters for displaced residents as emergency crews race to reach isolated areas.

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