Severe weather
Brazil
On 9 January 2025, the Civil Protection of the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil, reported on the impact of heavy rainfall across the state. According to the report, 999 individuals were displaced across 22 municipalities. The municipalities most severely affected include Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Sooretama, Irupi, Santa Leopoldina, and Santa Teresa. The report is available from: DEFESA CIVIL DO ESPÍRITO SANTO
Wildfires
United States of America
On 10 January 2025, the United States Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provided an update on the wildfires affecting Southern California. In Los Angeles County, there were 150,800 mandatory evacuations, 16,102 homes damaged, and 1,054 homes destroyed. Authorities also issued "do not drink" notices. A total of 15 healthcare facilities were evacuated, and 51 facilities are being monitored. FEMA reported 287,000 people without power, distributed as follows: Los Angeles County (n=124,000), Ventura County (n=18,000), Orange County (n=4,000), San Bernardino County (n=48,000), and Riverside County (n=93,000). The report is available from: FEMA