Basis: 2026-09-01 07:40 KST - 2026-09-02 07:40 KST. 8 items.

A major flood struck the Himalayan region along the Nepal-China border, killing more than 1,000 people and leaving thousands missing. In Spain, a record-breaking heat wave that persisted through summer killed more than 5,200 people. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, cumulative Ebola infections surpassed 6,000, deepening an epidemic crisis.

1. Magnitude 5.6 earthquake off North Maluku, Indonesia

Occurred at 17:22 KST on September 1, 2026 (15:22 local time). A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck waters southeast of Maba in North Maluku province, Indonesia. The focal depth was 10 kilometers. Cracks appeared in buildings and homes in nearby areas. Casualties are still being tallied. Indonesia's meteorological agency announced there is no tsunami risk and urged preparation for aftershocks.

2. Landslide and major flooding in the Nepal Himalayas

Figures were updated at 17:00 KST on September 1, 2026 (13:45 local time). Rock collapse triggered massive flooding in the mountainous area along the Nepal-China border. According to figures compiled by Nepali authorities and China, the death toll is 1,066. The number of missing stands at 4,462. Eleven hydropower plants were destroyed. The Nepali government and international relief teams are conducting a joint search.

Reported at 06:40 KST on September 2, 2026 (14:40 local time on September 1). A flash flood swept through a canyon in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, United States. A group of hikers was swept away by the torrent. The U.S. National Park Service announced that 2 people died and 1 remains missing. Search authorities are using helicopters to look for the missing person.

4. Record-breaking major heat wave in Spain and Western Europe

Reported at 07:16 KST on September 2, 2026 (23:16 local time on September 1). A persistent summer heat wave continued across Spain and Western Europe. According to the Spanish health research institute, 5,234 people have died. Most of the dead are people aged 65 and older. Spanish health authorities are maintaining a heat illness advisory and implementing protective measures for older residents.

5. Wildfire spreading near Yosemite National Park, United States

Reported at 07:33 KST on September 2, 2026 (15:33 local time on September 1). A wildfire broke out in Mariposa County near Yosemite National Park in California, United States. The fire spread close to a roadway, leading to the closure of Highway 140. According to firefighting authorities, containment stands at 0 percent. Local government has issued an emergency evacuation order for nearby residents.

6. Major explosion at a firecracker factory in India

Reported at 04:19 KST on September 2, 2026 (00:49 local time on September 1). An explosion occurred at a firecracker factory in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The blast caused 5 nearby homes to collapse. According to local authorities, 11 people died and 5 were injured. Police and firefighters are searching the site and investigating the cause of the accident.

7. Collapse of a residential building in Kwara State, Nigeria

Reported at 04:34 KST on September 2, 2026 (20:34 local time on September 1). A residential building collapsed in Ilorin West, Kwara State, Nigeria. Residents were trapped in the debris. According to local authorities, 4 people died. Rescue teams are clearing the debris and continuing further search operations.

8. Spread of Ebola and cholera in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Reported at 05:33 KST on September 2, 2026 (21:33 local time on September 1). Ebola infections have spread across 6 provinces, including North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. According to health authorities, Ebola infections total 6,186 and deaths total 3,007. More than 41,000 cholera cases have also occurred. The World Health Organization and the United Nations are supplying medical goods and assisting with disease control.

1. GDACS, https://www.gdacs.org/report.aspx?eventtype=EQ&eventid=1562918

2. GDACS, https://www.gdacs.org/report.aspx?eventtype=FL&eventid=1104124

3. National Park Service, https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/two-deceased-hikers-recovered-and-identified-following-flash-flood.htm

4. MBC News, https://imnews.imbc.com/replay/2026/nwtoday/article/6643306_36531.html

5. The Mercury News, https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/09/01/fire-breaks-out-near-yosemite-national-park-highway-140-closed/

6. Luces del Siglo, https://lucesdelsiglo.com/2026/09/01/explosion-en-fabrica-de-pirotecnia-en-india-deja-11-muertos-internacional/

7. Peoples Gazette Nigeria, https://gazettengr.com/four-people-killed-in-kwara-building-collapse/

8. UN News, https://news.un.org/fr/story/2026/09/1159390