On January 2025, several significant global events took place, including a variety of disasters, political milestones, and cultural observances:
- Southern California experienced severe wildfires fueled by exceptional Santa Ana winds, causing injuries and evacuations of 30,000 people.
- A major earthquake struck Tibet, killing at least 126 people and injuring dozens.
- A light aircraft crash near Rottnest Island, Australia resulted in fatalities and injuries.
- Thirteen Cuban soldiers went missing following explosions at an ammunition depot.
- India reported its first cases of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreak.
- Key political events included the start of the 119th US Congress and the publication of Federal Reserve meeting minutes, impacting financial markets.
- Important cultural and national days were observed, such as India's Republic Day, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, National Birds Day, and World Leprosy Day.
- The month also witnessed ongoing conflicts in Syria, Israel, Gaza, and Somalia.
These events highlight January 2025 as a month marked by natural disasters, political developments, cultural celebrations, and health challenges globally.
