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Weather news — August 31, 2026

Publications tagged with Weather published on August 31, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

11 publications

  1. WorldEarthWeather

    SP Civil Defense Issues Alerts for Heavy Rain, Hail, and Strong Winds

    The Civil Defense of São Paulo state has issued alerts for heavy rain, hail, and strong winds in various regions. In Greater São Paulo, residents were warned about rain, lightning, and hail on Sunday (30). In São José dos Campos and Jacareí, a severe alert was issued for heavy rain and potential hail on Monday (31), with wind gusts expected to exceed 75 km/h. Residents are advised to take shelter and follow safety precautions during the storms.
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  3. WorldMiddle EastConflictWeather

    Ukrainian Drones Attack Yekaterinburg; Wildberries Warehouse and Residential Buildings Hit

    Ukrainian drones targeted Yekaterinburg on August 31, striking a Wildberries warehouse and residential buildings. The attack resulted in damage to a high-rise apartment building and injuries to several people. Governor Denis Pasler confirmed the incident, stating that there were 'drone hits and debris' in residential buildings and a logistics center. Ukrainian monitoring channels reported that one drone crashed near the Wildberries warehouse. Emergency services are working at the crash sites.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastWeatherHealthcare

    Government Requests Document Review for Nuclear Waste Final Disposal Sites in Tsukuba and Hitachiomiya Cities

    The Japanese government has initiated a document review process for potential final disposal sites of nuclear waste in Tsukuba and Hitachiomiya cities. This is the second time the government has taken this step. The mayors of both cities have expressed willingness to contribute to national policy, and future council discussions are planned.
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  5. WorldProtestMiddle EastWeather

    Thousands Protest in Bengaluru's Lalbagh Against Tunnel Road Project and Parks Bill

    Thousands of citizens gathered at Bengaluru's Lalbagh Botanical Garden to protest the Karnataka government's proposed tunnel road project and the Parks Preservation Amendment Bill, which allows for the diversion of 5% of parkland for infrastructure and commercial development. The protest, led by BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, was a non-political, citizen-led movement opposing the state government's decision to sell and divert park land for real estate and infrastructure projects. The amendment bill, passed without debate or discussion, has sparked opposition from various political parties and citizen groups who argue that it threatens the city's green spaces.
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  8. CultureEarthWeatherOceanography

    Rare Quranic Manuscript from 9th Century Displayed in Mecca

    A rare Quranic manuscript from the third Islamic century (ninth century AD) is on display at the Museum of the Quran in Mecca's Harra Cultural District. The single page from the Holy Quran, written in red ink on parchment without diacritics, showcases an early stage in Quranic writing. This historical artifact provides insights into the methods of copying the Quran during that period. The Museum of the Quran offers an educational experience highlighting the history and preservation of the Quran.
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