Daily world weather round-up — 01:05 UK (00:05 UTC) on 25 Oct 2026

In the past 24 hours, global weather conditions have seen a notable decrease in active alerts, now totaling 2,267, down from 2,425. However, severe weather remains prevalent, particularly in France and Germany, both experiencing maximum severity alerts for high winds and heavy rain. France reports 279 alerts, while Germany has 227, with severe weather warnings for violent storm gusts and heavy persistent rain affecting both nations. Heavy rain alerts are also prominent in Saudi Arabia, where conditions are expected to worsen. Colombia continues to face significant challenges with thunderstorms, raising concerns for landslides and fires, while the Andes region sees intensified thunderstorm activity. The Caribbean is grappling with heavy rain impacting the Dominican Republic and Venezuela, contributing to flooding risks. Meanwhile, the Arctic and Antarctic regions remain under extreme cold and high wind alerts, complicating conditions for residents. As the weather evolves, residents in