Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): ;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2024-02-04 11:42:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Chile;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the 3 February 2024, a wildfire is reported to have affected Valparaiso Region. Intense forest fires burning around a densely populated area caused at least 52 deaths. The event is on-going and spreading with damage expected to affect forests and urban areas.  Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide initial rough estimation and wildfire extent emergency mapping

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR715] Wildfire in Valparaiso region, Chile
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR715/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2024-01-15 22:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2024-01-15 14:28:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Reunion;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 15 January 2024 at 22:00, the Tropical Cyclone BELAL-24 is forecast to hit Réunion Island. The event is expected to cause damage in urban coastal areas and to have a medium humanitarian impact based on the maximum sustained wind speed, exposed population and vulnerability. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, storm extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR714] Tropical Cyclone BELAL-24 in Réunion Island
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR714/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2024-01-02 18:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2024-01-03 16:10:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Germany;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

Due to the currently prevailing flood situation in Germany, a 20 to 50-year flood is expected for the federal state of Saarland. The 1st wave will peak between 02.01.2024 around 18:00 and 03.01.2024 06:00, and the 2nd wave is expected to peak in the night from 03.01.2024 to 04.01.2024. Specifically, this concerns the area of the river "Prims". Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment of the flood event for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR713] Flood in Saarland region, Germany
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR713/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-12-24 08:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-12-22 17:45:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Germany;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the 24 December 2023, flood events are forecast and expected over the state of Lower Saxony in the North West part of Germany. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation and flood extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR712] Floods in Lower Saxony
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR712/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-12-01 06:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-30 16:25:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Romania;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

The European Flood Awareness System (EFAS) predicted a high probability event of flooding starting 01 December 2023 at 06:00 UTC, with a peak of the event at 18:00 UTC. The expected duration of the event is 3 days, in Stei city and along Crisul Repede river in western Romania. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR710] Flood in Romania
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR710/aemfeed

Type of Event: Wildfire (Forest fire);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-20 06:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-21 17:03:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Bolivia;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 20 November 2023, a wildfire was reported to have affected Bolivia. The event is ongoing and spreading with damage expected to affect forests and urban areas. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation and wildfire extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR709] Wildfires in Bolivia
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR709/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-10 06:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-10 11:03:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Belgium;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 10 November 2023 between 6:00 and 12:00 UTC, a flood event is reported to have affected West Flanders, Belgium. The event is ongoing and spreading with damage expected to affect urban areas. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood extent.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR708] Flood in Belgium
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR708/aemfeed

Type of Event: Other;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-11 10:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-09 16:00:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Germany;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 11 November 2023, a major festival will take place in the heart of the city of Cologne, Germany. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected for the day. The Cologne Fire service, which is tasked with providing safety measures during large events, needs to collect information on gathering people and places during this event, in order to better manage and predict the flow of visitors for the coming years. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide a situation assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR707] Cologne Festival, Germany
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR707/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-07 00:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-07 14:48:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: France;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 7 November 2023, flooding affected the North part of France. A flood red alert has been issued for the Liane and Aa rivers while there is an ongoing flood event in other river basins (Hem, Lys, Canche). Many damages have already been reported. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR706] Flood in northern France
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR706/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-02 22:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-03 03:21:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Italy;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 2 November 2023 during the afternoon, an intense weather system hit Italy with strong scirocco winds and high precipitations. The highest rainfall has occurred in the Tuscany region between Pisa, Florence, Pistoia, and Prato provinces, with the Bisenzio River and some smaller secondary rivers flooding. The event is ongoing and rainfall is expected to continue. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR705] Flood in Tuscany region, Italy
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR705/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-25 06:25:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-26 23:20:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Mexico;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 25 October around 6.25 UTC, TC OTIS (Cat. 5 Hurricane) made landfall over the area of the coastal City of Acapulco (central Guerrero State, southern Mexico) with maximum sustained winds of 270 km/h OTIS-23. OTIS-23 caused floods and landslides that resulted in evacuations and severe damage. As of 26 October, 34,522 evacuated families in 631 temporary shelters across the affected area according to WHO PAHO and national authorities. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR703] Tropical cyclone OTIS-23 in Acapulco, Mexico
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR703/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-24 08:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-24 01:57:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Vanuatu;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

In the evening of 24 October 2023 local time, the Vanuatu archipelago was hit by the passage of a new tropical cyclone, named LOLA, with winds of up to 145 km/h. The cyclone has passed Solomon Island and will impact parts of Vanuatu. The event is ongoing and will increase over the next 48 hours with very heavy rainfall, strong wind and storm surge forecast over the whole of Vanuatu with damage expected to affect buildings and infrastructure. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR702] Tropical Cyclone LOLA in Vanuatu
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR702/aemfeed

Type of Event: Earthquake;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-11 00:41:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-11 05:18:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Afghanistan;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 11 October at 00:41 UTC, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred in Western Afghanistan in depth 10 km., province Herat, near the borders with Iran and Turkmenistan. According to GDACS a population of 110 000 people is exposed to the shock. The city of Herat is probably strongly affected. In order to better understand the situation, Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR700] Earthquake in Afghanistan
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR700/aemfeed

Type of Event: Industrial accident;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-04 00:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-09 10:06:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Croatia;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 4 October 2023, in the early hours of the day, a fire broke out in the industrial zone of Drava International Company, located in the southern part of the city of Osijek, Croatia. The event is under control with damages reported to affect storage facilities. In addition, the smoke emanating from the fire posed a significant risk to both human and animal health. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR699] Industrial accident in Osijek, Croatia
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR699/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-07 12:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-07 07:48:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: United Kingdom;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 7 October 2023 at 12:00 UTC, extensive flooding is forecast to hit Central Scotland. The event is expected to affect a large geographic area with potential economic and environmental damage and danger to life. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR698] Flood in Scotland
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR698/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-27 17:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-26 10:32:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

Following the early warning sent by the European Flood Alert System (EFAS) on 26 September regarding a flood event caused by a high probability of local flooding on the Pinios River and inundations, the Greek authorities requested an activation for Thessaly and in Sterea Ellada regions. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation and flood extent of the event for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR697] Flood in Thessaly and Sterea Ellada regions, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR697/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-11 02:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-12 10:37:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Libya;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 10 September 2023, Mediterranean storm Daniel caused devastating floods in Libya, sweeping away entire neighbourhoods in multiple coastal towns in the country's northeast. It also caused the destruction of two dams upstream of Derna town, triggering a wave of flash floods that hit the city's heart, with massive destruction to the buildings and all the bridges in Derna Valley. As many as 2,000 people were feared dead, according to one of the country's leaders. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood delineation and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR696] Flood in Libya
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR696/aemfeed

Type of Event: Earthquake;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-08 22:11:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-09 09:06:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Morocco;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 08 September 2023 at 22:11 UTC, an earthquake was reported to have affected the Marrakesh-Safi Region of Morocco. The epicentre was approximately 72 km southwest of Marrakesh city (population of 840,000 people). Many casualties are reported and it is thought that many people are still trapped under the rubble or injured. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide a damage assessment.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR695] Earthquake in Marrakesh-Safi Region, Morocco
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR695/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-03 17:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-07 09:09:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Spain;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

As of 03 September at 17:00 slow-moving storm system, officially known as an upper-level isolated depression (DANA), has affected Spain, causing heavy rains and floods. The Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) issued a red alert for Madrid and Toledo. Authorities had reported numerous evacuations, high-water rescues, missing persons, and fatalities. The event is not ongoing yet it caused a catastrophic flood with serious human and economic damage. The search for missing persons and damage assessment continues. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR694] Flood in Spain
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR694/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-05 20:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-06 16:04:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Bulgaria;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 05 September 2023, at 20:00, massive floods were reported to have affected Burgas province, Bulgaria. A state of emergency is declared and media reported 130 people evacuated and 4 casualties. Images show camping trailers and cars in the sea after being washed away by swollen rivers. Bungalows and hotels along the Black Sea coast are flooded. The main road Tsarevo - Sinemoretz is closed. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR693] Flood in Burgas, Bulgaria
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR693/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-05 10:30:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-05 12:10:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

Due to extreme rainfall in the Thessaly Region, extended floods occurred in the Magnesia Regional Unit, mostly around the city of Volos and coastal areas of the Pelion mountain peninsula. Extreme rainfall is ongoing and according to the forecast of the National Meteorological Service, the rainfall will continue until tomorrow afternoon. One person is missing, one died, and many cars drifted away due to the flooding. Local Fire Service received many calls for help to pump water from flooded buildings and rescue people trapped by the rising waters. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and monitoring of the event for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR692] Flood in Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR692/aemfeed

Type of Event: Mass movement (Landslide);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-06 00:30:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-31 16:18:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Slovenia;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 06 August 2023 at 00:30, a landslide was reported to have affected the area around the National Meteorological Radar in western Slovenia. It could get worse in the following days and due to the weather forecast, additional landslides could occur.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR691] Landslide in western Slovenia
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR691/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-22 08:56:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-23 08:36:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On Tuesday 22 August (11.56 local time), a wildfire started in a forest area near the monastery of Kleiston on Parnitha mountain in the Attica Region. The fire is still ongoing.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR690] Wildfire in North Attica, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR690/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-21 10:03:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-22 08:53:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the 21 August 2023 at 10:03 UTC, two wildfires started in two different forest areas near Sostis and Gratini villages in East Macedonia and Thrace Region. The fires are still ongoing. According to the Hellenic Fire Service 45 firefighters are currently operating, assisted by 1 ground force group, 23 vehicles, 6 water aircrafts and 1 helicopter. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide fire extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR689] Wildfire in Rodopi, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR689/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-21 08:11:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-22 08:53:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the 21 August 2023 at 08:11 UTC, a wildfire started in a forest area on Euboea island in Sterea Ellada Region. The fire is still active. According to the Hellenic Fire Service 40 firefighters are currently operating in the area, assisted by 2 ground force groups, 29 vehicles, 8 water aircrafts and 7 helicopters. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide fire extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR688] Wildfire in Euboea Island, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR688/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-21 05:59:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-22 08:52:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 21 August 2023 at 05:59 UTC two wildfires started in a forest area near Prodromos village (Sterea Ellada Region) and in the afternoon (15:10 UTC) in a forest area near Kyriaki village. The event is ongoing. Residents of the villages Prodromos, Paralia Sarandi, Karioti, Tarsos, Panagia Kalamiotissa and Agios Athnasios were ordered to evacuate. According to the Hellenic Fire Service 66 firefighters are currently operating in the area, assisted by 10 ground force groups, 43 vehicles, 7 water-bombing aircrafts and 7 helicopters. Personnel and means of municipalities, Region and groups of volunteers are assisting. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide initial rough estimation and wildfire extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR687] Wildfire in Sterea Ellada Region, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR687/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-19 02:49:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-20 08:36:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

A wildfire that started on Saturday, August 19 early morning (04:49 local time) in a forest area near Aristino village (East Macedonia & Thrace Region) is ongoing. Residents of the villages Aristino, Loutros, Agnadia, Antheia and Doriko were ordered to evacuate.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR686] Wildfire in East Macedonia, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR686/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-08-15 22:35:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-08-16 12:54:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Spain;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the evening of 15 August 2023, a forest fire started on the island of Tenerife (Canary Islands). The event is ongoing and has already affected the municipalities of Arafo and Candelaria with the risk of spreading to other municipalities. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide fire extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR685] Fire in Tenerife, Spain
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://mappingsite/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR685/aemfeed

Type of Event: Forest fire, wild fire;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): ;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2024-02-04 11:42:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Chile;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the 3 February 2024, a wildfire is reported to have affected Valparaiso Region. Intense forest fires burning around a densely populated area caused at least 52 deaths. The event is on-going and spreading with damage expected to affect forests and urban areas.  Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide initial rough estimation and wildfire extent emergency mapping

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR715] Wildfire in Valparaiso region, Chile
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR715/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2024-01-15 22:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2024-01-15 14:28:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Reunion;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 15 January 2024 at 22:00, the Tropical Cyclone BELAL-24 is forecast to hit Réunion Island. The event is expected to cause damage in urban coastal areas and to have a medium humanitarian impact based on the maximum sustained wind speed, exposed population and vulnerability. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, storm extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR714] Tropical Cyclone BELAL-24 in Réunion Island
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR714/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2024-01-02 18:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2024-01-03 16:10:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Germany;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

Due to the currently prevailing flood situation in Germany, a 20 to 50-year flood is expected for the federal state of Saarland. The 1st wave will peak between 02.01.2024 around 18:00 and 03.01.2024 06:00, and the 2nd wave is expected to peak in the night from 03.01.2024 to 04.01.2024. Specifically, this concerns the area of the river "Prims". Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment of the flood event for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR713] Flood in Saarland region, Germany
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR713/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-12-24 08:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-12-22 17:45:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Germany;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On the 24 December 2023, flood events are forecast and expected over the state of Lower Saxony in the North West part of Germany. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation and flood extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR712] Floods in Lower Saxony
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR712/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-12-01 06:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-30 16:25:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Romania;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

The European Flood Awareness System (EFAS) predicted a high probability event of flooding starting 01 December 2023 at 06:00 UTC, with a peak of the event at 18:00 UTC. The expected duration of the event is 3 days, in Stei city and along Crisul Repede river in western Romania. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR710] Flood in Romania
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR710/aemfeed

Type of Event: Wildfire (Forest fire);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-20 06:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-21 17:03:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Bolivia;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 20 November 2023, a wildfire was reported to have affected Bolivia. The event is ongoing and spreading with damage expected to affect forests and urban areas. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation and wildfire extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR709] Wildfires in Bolivia
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR709/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-10 06:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-10 11:03:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Belgium;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 10 November 2023 between 6:00 and 12:00 UTC, a flood event is reported to have affected West Flanders, Belgium. The event is ongoing and spreading with damage expected to affect urban areas. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood extent.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR708] Flood in Belgium
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR708/aemfeed

Type of Event: Other;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-11 10:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-09 16:00:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Germany;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 11 November 2023, a major festival will take place in the heart of the city of Cologne, Germany. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected for the day. The Cologne Fire service, which is tasked with providing safety measures during large events, needs to collect information on gathering people and places during this event, in order to better manage and predict the flow of visitors for the coming years. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide a situation assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR707] Cologne Festival, Germany
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR707/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-07 00:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-07 14:48:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: France;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 7 November 2023, flooding affected the North part of France. A flood red alert has been issued for the Liane and Aa rivers while there is an ongoing flood event in other river basins (Hem, Lys, Canche). Many damages have already been reported. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR706] Flood in northern France
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR706/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-11-02 22:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-11-03 03:21:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Italy;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 2 November 2023 during the afternoon, an intense weather system hit Italy with strong scirocco winds and high precipitations. The highest rainfall has occurred in the Tuscany region between Pisa, Florence, Pistoia, and Prato provinces, with the Bisenzio River and some smaller secondary rivers flooding. The event is ongoing and rainfall is expected to continue. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR705] Flood in Tuscany region, Italy
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR705/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-25 06:25:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-26 23:20:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Mexico;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 25 October around 6.25 UTC, TC OTIS (Cat. 5 Hurricane) made landfall over the area of the coastal City of Acapulco (central Guerrero State, southern Mexico) with maximum sustained winds of 270 km/h OTIS-23. OTIS-23 caused floods and landslides that resulted in evacuations and severe damage. As of 26 October, 34,522 evacuated families in 631 temporary shelters across the affected area according to WHO PAHO and national authorities. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR703] Tropical cyclone OTIS-23 in Acapulco, Mexico
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR703/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-25 06:25:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-26 23:20:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Mexico;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 25 October around 6.25 UTC, TC OTIS (Cat. 5 Hurricane) made landfall over the area of the coastal City of Acapulco (central Guerrero State, southern Mexico) with maximum sustained winds of 270 km/h OTIS-23. OTIS-23 caused floods and landslides that resulted in evacuations and severe damage. As of 26 October, 34,522 evacuated families in 631 temporary shelters across the affected area according to WHO PAHO and national authorities. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR703] Tropical cyclone OTIS-23 in Acapulco, Mexico
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR703/aemfeed

Type of Event: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon);
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-24 08:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-24 01:57:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Vanuatu;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

In the evening of 24 October 2023 local time, the Vanuatu archipelago was hit by the passage of a new tropical cyclone, named LOLA, with winds of up to 145 km/h. The cyclone has passed Solomon Island and will impact parts of Vanuatu. The event is ongoing and will increase over the next 48 hours with very heavy rainfall, strong wind and storm surge forecast over the whole of Vanuatu with damage expected to affect buildings and infrastructure. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR702] Tropical Cyclone LOLA in Vanuatu
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR702/aemfeed

Type of Event: Earthquake;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-11 00:41:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-11 05:18:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Afghanistan;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 11 October at 00:41 UTC, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred in Western Afghanistan in depth 10 km., province Herat, near the borders with Iran and Turkmenistan. According to GDACS a population of 110 000 people is exposed to the shock. The city of Herat is probably strongly affected. In order to better understand the situation, Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR700] Earthquake in Afghanistan
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR700/aemfeed

Type of Event: Industrial accident;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-04 00:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-09 10:06:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Croatia;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 4 October 2023, in the early hours of the day, a fire broke out in the industrial zone of Drava International Company, located in the southern part of the city of Osijek, Croatia. The event is under control with damages reported to affect storage facilities. In addition, the smoke emanating from the fire posed a significant risk to both human and animal health. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR699] Industrial accident in Osijek, Croatia
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR699/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-10-07 12:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-10-07 07:48:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: United Kingdom;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 7 October 2023 at 12:00 UTC, extensive flooding is forecast to hit Central Scotland. The event is expected to affect a large geographic area with potential economic and environmental damage and danger to life. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood extent emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR698] Flood in Scotland
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR698/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-27 17:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-26 10:32:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Greece;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

Following the early warning sent by the European Flood Alert System (EFAS) on 26 September regarding a flood event caused by a high probability of local flooding on the Pinios River and inundations, the Greek authorities requested an activation for Thessaly and in Sterea Ellada regions. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation and flood extent of the event for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR697] Flood in Thessaly and Sterea Ellada regions, Greece
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR697/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-11 02:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-12 10:37:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Libya;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 10 September 2023, Mediterranean storm Daniel caused devastating floods in Libya, sweeping away entire neighbourhoods in multiple coastal towns in the country's northeast. It also caused the destruction of two dams upstream of Derna town, triggering a wave of flash floods that hit the city's heart, with massive destruction to the buildings and all the bridges in Derna Valley. As many as 2,000 people were feared dead, according to one of the country's leaders. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide flood delineation and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR696] Flood in Libya
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR696/aemfeed

Type of Event: Earthquake;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-08 22:11:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-09 09:06:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Morocco;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 08 September 2023 at 22:11 UTC, an earthquake was reported to have affected the Marrakesh-Safi Region of Morocco. The epicentre was approximately 72 km southwest of Marrakesh city (population of 840,000 people). Many casualties are reported and it is thought that many people are still trapped under the rubble or injured. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide a damage assessment.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR695] Earthquake in Marrakesh-Safi Region, Morocco
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR695/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-03 17:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-07 09:09:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Spain;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

As of 03 September at 17:00 slow-moving storm system, officially known as an upper-level isolated depression (DANA), has affected Spain, causing heavy rains and floods. The Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) issued a red alert for Madrid and Toledo. Authorities had reported numerous evacuations, high-water rescues, missing persons, and fatalities. The event is not ongoing yet it caused a catastrophic flood with serious human and economic damage. The search for missing persons and damage assessment continues. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide damage assessment for the emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR694] Flood in Spain
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR694/aemfeed

Type of Event: Flood;
Date/Time of Event (UTC): 2023-09-05 20:00:00;
Activation Date/Time (UTC): 2023-09-06 16:04:00;
Dedicated Mechanism: Copernicus EMS (RM);
Affected Country: Bulgaria;
Affected Area: ;
Event Description:

On 05 September 2023, at 20:00, massive floods were reported to have affected Burgas province, Bulgaria. A state of emergency is declared and media reported 130 people evacuated and 4 casualties. Images show camping trailers and cars in the sea after being washed away by swollen rivers. Bungalows and hotels along the Black Sea coast are flooded. The main road Tsarevo - Sinemoretz is closed. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide an initial rough estimation, flood extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.

Details, maps:
▸ [EMSR693] Flood in Burgas, Bulgaria
Activation Feed (GeoRSS):
▸ http://emergency.copernicus.eu/mapping/list-of-components/EMSR693/aemfeed