In 2025, various natural disasters were witnessed across different corners of the world. Droughts in some places, floods in others, and dormant volcanoes also erupted — and ordinary people had to pay the price for all of this. Natural disasters not only affect people but also devastate a country's economic condition. Learn about some of the terrible natural disasters that occurred in 2025.
A British voluntary organisation called 'Christian Aid' published a list of the world's natural disasters. According to the published data, the total amount of damage caused by natural disasters this year was 120 billion US dollars.
California Wildfires
The California wildfires of 2025 topped the list of natural disasters. The destruction continued from January 7 to 31 at the beginning of the year due to the wildfires. According to sources, approximately 440 people have died so far in this terrible wildfire. Vast areas of Los Angeles city in America were reduced to ashes by the wildfire. At that time, 180,000 locals were taken to safe places. Thousands of homes were destroyed. The damage caused by the wildfires is estimated at more than 60 billion US dollars.
Devastating Floods in Southeast Asia
In second place on the list are the devastating floods in Southeast Asia. In November and December, floods and landslides occurred across vast areas of Southeast Asia. Extensive areas of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka went underwater. The floods killed more than 1,700 people. The number of missing people was also over 100. The damage caused by the floods amounted to 25 billion US dollars.
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China's Devastating Floods
In third place are China's devastating floods. Record amounts of rainfall occurred within hours in Beijing and Hebei province in northern China, which suddenly caused floods and landslides. According to reports received so far, more than 70 people have died. 10,000 people were evacuated elsewhere. The financial damage amounted to 11 billion US dollars.
Caribbean's Destructive Hurricane
Jamaica and the eastern coastal region of Cuba in the Caribbean had not faced such a hurricane in 174 years. In October this year, the destructive Hurricane Melissa struck these countries. Trees fell one after another due to the hurricane's impact. Electricity services were shut down across vast areas of Jamaica. Only hospitals maintained electricity services. The death toll from the hurricane exceeded more than 50. The financial damage from this destructive hurricane amounted to 8 billion US dollars.
Floods in Pakistan
Millions of people became homeless due to continuous heavy rainfall. Village after village was swept away underwater. Such scenes were captured in Pakistan in August. The worst situation was in Punjab. Flood conditions were also seen in Lahore. The death toll from the terrible natural disaster exceeded more than 800. This resulted in financial damage of 14.9 billion US dollars.
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Earthquakes in Afghanistan and Myanmar
In September this year, Afghanistan's Kunar province was shaken by a terrible earthquake. The magnitude on the Richter scale was 6.3. More than 1,000 people died due to the earthquake. Many people were injured. This resulted in financial damage of 0.18 billion US dollars. At the same time, strong earthquakes were also seen in Myanmar this year. Nearly more than 1,000 people died. The earthquake's magnitude on the Richter scale was 7.7. The financial damage from this earthquake amounted to 10.97 billion US dollars.
Impact of Natural Disasters in India
This year, continuous rainfall turned Himachal Pradesh into a veritable death zone. Flash floods and landslides continued simultaneously. The worst situation occurred in Mandi. By September, the death toll from natural disasters in Himachal was 404 people. Multiple roads were closed in Kullu, Shimla, and Mandi districts. Shortages were also seen in electricity and water supply. Not just floods, but many people died from heatstroke due to the intense summer heat. This year, approximately 100 people died after being affected by heat stroke. More heat-related deaths were seen in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. Additionally, in October, Cyclone Mantha severely struck Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha in India. The economic damage from all these natural disasters amounted to 5.6 billion US dollars.
