Storm Tracker

Tropical Cyclone Chido is impacting northern Madagascar with heavy rain, strong winds and storm surges, prompting a Red Alert for the region. The storm is tracking westward toward Mozambique, expected to weaken slightly before landfall on Dec. 15, with Amber Alerts in place for Mayotte and Mozambique. Localized evacuations are underway in areas at risk of flooding and landslides. All Hands and Hearts continues to monitor the situation. ​

A rapidly intensifying bomb cyclone is impacting the East Coast, bringing torrential rainfall, damaging winds and widespread power outages. The storm has caused major travel disruptions and prompted tornado warnings in the Southeast earlier this week. All Hands and Hearts is closely monitoring its progression and potential impacts.

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California, triggering a tsunami warning for areas spanning from Davenport, California, to the Douglas/Lane County Line in Oregon. Residents in affected zones faced evacuation orders as precautionary measures were put into place. The region has since experienced more than 30 aftershocks. All Hands and Hearts is monitoring the situation closely.

A powerful bomb cyclone swept through Oregon, Washington and Northern California, bringing hurricane-force winds and widespread power outages. The storm has also generated massive ocean waves and triggered an atmospheric river that continues to drench Northern California with heavy rainfall. All Hands and Hearts continues to monitor the ongoing impacts.

Evacuations and flight disruptions are underway across Flores Island after multiple eruptions at Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki in East Flores, Indonesia. A major eruption on Nov. 3 sent ash 2,000 meters into the air, with further eruptions Nov. 4-11, the latest on Nov. 11, producing a 2,500-meter ash column. Authorities have confirmed 10 fatalities and 63 injuries, with around 2,384 houses and 25 schools damaged. Ashfall has affected nearby communities, and approximately 12,000 people have been evacuated. The East Flores Regency government has extended the emergency alert for the disaster until Dec. 31. All Hands and Hearts are closely monitoring the situation.

Today, two of our field teams were back in action across flood-affected areas in Valencia, focusing on critical cleanup efforts in Chiva, Alaquas and Aldaia.

In Chiva, where we’ve been actively responding for several days, the local town hall is now directing us to homes and families in urgent need. Our team worked hard to clear water, mud and debris from homes while also supporting general street cleanup. Their work includes mucking out interiors, washing down surfaces and removing debris, making a real difference for the affected residents.

Our second team spent the day in Alaquas and Aldaia, addressing street debris removal. They were also directed by the town hall to assist a health center that was inundated with mud. Alongside roughly 30 other volunteers, our team tackled the extensive work needed to clear the center. Despite everyone’s efforts, a substantial amount of cleanup remains.

Over the past few days, our field teams have been hard at work assessing needs in flood-affected areas of Chiva and Paiporta. Through extensive outreach, we’ve connected with more than 40 Ayuntamientos (town halls) to gather centralized information on flood response efforts and understand where All Hands and Hearts can make the most impact. This collaboration has allowed us to identify critical areas for our skilled support.

Tropical Storm Rafael is intensifying and nearing hurricane strength as it passes over the Cayman Islands tonight, bringing strong hurricane-force winds, dangerous storm surges and damaging waves. By Wednesday, Rafael will approach Western Cuba and the Isle of Youth under a hurricane warning, with risks of severe surges and destructive waves. Heavy rain is expected across the western Caribbean through Thursday, impacting Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and southern and western Cuba. Our teams are closely monitoring conditions and preparing for response needs.

Our team is closely monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone Eighteen, currently moving northward toward Jamaica. The system is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm today and could intensify further, potentially becoming Hurricane Rafael as it moves through the Gulf of Mexico.

Forecasts remain highly uncertain, with possible shifts in its path and intensity over the coming days. If the storm tracks toward heavily populated areas, impacts could be significant, but current projections are still evolving.

All Hands and Hearts has activated a local DART in response to the severe flooding in Valencia. The floods, caused by a powerful storm known as “Dana,” have impacted transportation with major highways, railways and metro lines shut down, leaving areas isolated. Our team is maintaining contact with community leaders and local authorities in Valencia to assess immediate needs and determine where we can provide support. We’re focusing on gathering information about essential resources required and possible relief coordination for the coming days. The devastation has claimed over 200 lives across several regions, including Valencia and neighboring areas like Castilla-La Mancha​.