12-hour world weather round-up — 00:04 UK (00:04 UTC) on 27 Oct 2026

In the past 12 hours, global weather alerts have surged to 1,504, up from 1,353, with Kazakhstan remaining a severe hotspot due to critical fire and thunderstorm warnings across multiple regions. The most alarming alerts are concentrated in Kazakhstan, where multiple areas are under maximum severity warnings for fire, wind, and thunderstorms. Saudi Arabia is also experiencing significant heavy rain alerts, with severe conditions reported in several locations. Colombia continues to face hazardous thunderstorms, alongside alerts for landslides and volcanic activity, while Ecuador is similarly affected. Seismic activity has slightly decreased, with 14 earthquakes reported, the strongest being a magnitude 5.2. The Caribbean region is currently grappling with a mix of warm temperatures and heavy rain, with alerts now at 38, an increase from 36 in the last update. Meanwhile, the North Atlantic region is facing escalating flood warnings, particularly in the UK, as milder weather persists in