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Just months into 2026, followers of the 16th-century seer Nostradamus are claiming that one of his predictions has already materialized, sparking fascination and unease worldwide.
Who Was Nostradamus?
Michel de Nostredame, known as Nostradamus, was a French physician and astrologer born in 1503. He gained fame for Les Prophéties, published in 1555, a collection of 942 cryptic verses written in archaic French and Latin. Their obscure style has made his writings open to interpretation—but believers insist that many have come true, from the September 11 attacks to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nostradamus’ 2026 Predictions
For 2026, Nostradamus is believed to have foreseen four particularly ominous events:
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A “great swarm of bees” at night – interpreted as powerful leaders asserting dominance, or potentially a coordinated threat.
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Rivers running red with blood, specifically in Switzerland’s Ticino region, suggesting even historically peaceful areas could face violence.
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Blood staining sacred places, three fires rising in the East, and the West losing its light, often seen as global conflict or metaphorical shifts in power and technology.
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A “great man” struck by a thunderbolt in daylight, interpreted as the sudden death of a prominent public figure.
Which Prediction Appears to Have Come True?
The prophecy gaining the most attention is the one about rivers turning red. While Switzerland itself has remained calm, natural events reflecting this imagery have already occurred.
In mid-December 2025, Iran’s Hormuz Island saw torrential rainfall wash over iron-rich soil, creating streams of deep red runoff flowing into the Persian Gulf. Viral footage captured the dramatic scene, evoking biblical imagery of bloodied waters. Scientists explained it as a natural reaction between rain and iron oxide, but the timing—just before 2026—struck many as eerie.
Earlier, Israel’s Sea of Galilee briefly turned red due to an algae bloom, though harmless, further fueling speculation among Nostradamus enthusiasts.
Modern Flood Risks and Nostradamus’ Warnings
Recent storms in the UK, including Ingrid and Chandra, caused widespread damage, from collapsed sea walls in Devon and Cornwall to destroyed piers and homes in Torcross and Teignmouth. Such events echo the flooding imagery in Nostradamus’ verses.
Analysis from Willis Towers Watson predicts flood losses in Southeast Asia could rise tenfold in the coming years due to extreme weather, potentially exceeding $10 billion per event. Warming oceans are creating stronger storms, making traditional forecasts less reliable.
Prophecy or Coincidence?
Whether coincidence or divine foresight, the red rivers, catastrophic storms, and escalating floods are giving Nostradamus believers pause. Repeated natural phenomena that match his centuries-old imagery have sparked renewed fascination—and unease—around the question: Are his prophecies coming to life in 2026?
