New Zealand tsunami alert: Ahipara coastal residents wake after ‘scary’ night

2023-05-19T23:33+0200nzherald (en)

The region that had yesterday been at risk of a possible tsunami after a magnitude 7.7 quake hit near the Loyalty Islands. Image / Google Lennox Goodhue-Wikitera has woken bleary-eyed this morning after a “scary” night on tsunami watch in the Far North.

Alluvione in Emilia Romagna, le vittime salgono a 14. I vigili del fuoco altoatesini al lavoro nelle zone colpite

2023-05-19T15:17+0200altoadige (it)

Mentre sono salite a 14 le vittime dell'alluvione in Emilia Romagna, anche la Protezione civile dell'Alto Adige è al lavoro nelle zone colpite. Qui alcune delle immagini degli interventi dei vigili del fuoco di Brunico a Castrocaro Terme e dei vigili del fuoco di San Giorgio.

Report: Natural disasters displace 12.5m in South Asia in 2022

2023-05-19T13:14+0200dhakatribune (en)

Around 12.5 million people were displaced in South Asia in 2022 due tnatural disasters, while Bangladesh, India and Pakistan were the most affected by floods, according to a report of Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC). About 8.

Remote Sensing, Vol. 15, Pages 2657: Precipitation Microphysics of Locally-Originated Typhoons in the South China Sea Based on GPM Satellite Observations

2023-05-19T11:59+0200mdpi (en)

Locally-originated typhoons in the South China Sea (SCS) are characterized by long duration, complex track, and high probability of landfall, which tend to cause severe wind, rainstorm, and flood disasters in coastal regions. Therefore, it is of great significance to conduct research on typhoon precipitation microphysics in the SCS.

Rarely inundated floodplains in Asia, Africa face higher risk now, says study. Here’s why

2023-05-19T07:21+0200downtoearth (en)

showed. Although only making up 5 per cent of the populated river reaches, laterally unconfined floodplains are home to 412 million people, thus accounting for 21 per cent of the total population exposure globally. The highest population density on laterally unconfined floodplains is found in Asia and North Africa.

Cache Creek flooding: Evacuation order lifted for 78 properties in mobile home park

2023-05-19T05:02+0200globalnews (en)

Residents of dozens of evacuated homes in a trailer park in flood-stricken Cache Creek , B.C., have been given the green light to head home. The village notified residents of 78 properties in the Sage and Sands Mobile Home Park at 701 Trans Canada Hwy. that water levels on the as of 6 p.m. Thursday.

Sydney floods aftermath: ‘Everybody is traumatised’

2023-05-19T03:28+0200theheraldghana (en)

By Shaimaa Khalil. In the town of Windsor, north-west of Sydney, some roads have turned into small rivers. And the only way to get around is by boat. Mathew Benson has been rowing up and down one of the streets in a neighbourhood in the suburb of Australia’s largest city.

Why Government Must Act Immediately on NiMET Warnings

2023-05-19T02:58+0200thisdayonline (en)

Following the recent weather forecast for the year 2023 released by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency, Sunday Ehigiator in this report, writes on why relevant agencies of government at the national and state levels must immediately act on the warnings.

Estos pueblos de Utah no participan en el programa de seguro contra inundaciones de FEMA

2023-05-18T19:54+0200sltrib (es)

hasta el río Virgin en el sur, las comunidades de Utah se están inundando a medida que se derrite la capa de nieve récord del estado. Pero como los funcionarios públicos han instado a los habitantes de Utah a prepararse comprando pólizas de seguro, es posible que miles no tengan acceso a ellas y....

Natural disasters displace 12.5m in South Asia in 2022: IDMC

2023-05-18T15:17+0200newagebd (en)

Around 12.5 million people were displaced in South Asia in 2022 due to natural disasters, while Bangladesh, India and Pakistan were the most affected by floods, according to a report of Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre. The report says that disasters trigger the vast majority of....

Natural disasters displace 12.5m in South Asia in 2022: Report

2023-05-18T15:02+0200thefinancialexpress (en)

Around 12.5 million people were displaced in South Asia in 2022 due to natural disasters, while Bangladesh, India and Pakistan were the most affected by floods, according to a report by the Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC). The report says disasters trigger the vast....

California's DWR delivers $143.7m to address regional water supply challenges

2023-05-18T14:43+0200smartwatermagazine (en)

To help empower local communities and address impacts caused by climate change, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) has awarded $143.7 million to implement 115 projects that support groundwater recharge, strengthen flood management, increase water conservation and improve water quality through....

Natural disasters displace 12.5m in South Asia in 2022: report

2023-05-18T14:27+0200bssnews (en)

DHAKA, May 18, 2023 (BSS) Around 12.5 million people were displaced in South Asia in 2022 due to natural disasters, while Bangladesh, India and Pakistan were the most affected by floods, according to a report of Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC).

2023-05-18T13:19:36+05:30 - India Natural disasters caused 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, report says

2023-05-18T09:59+0200Hindu (en)

South Asia witnessed 12.5 million internal displacements due to disasters in 2022, with floods triggering 90% of the movements in the region. “All countries recorded flood displacement, but Pakistan, India and Bangladesh were the most affected. Most movements occurred during the southwest monsoon between June and September,” the report said.

Natural disasters caused 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, report says

2023-05-18T09:56+0200thehindu (en)

South Asia witnessed 12.5 million internal displacements due to disasters in 2022, with floods triggering 90% of the movements in the region. “All countries recorded flood displacement, but Pakistan, India and Bangladesh were the most affected. Most movements occurred during the southwest monsoon between June and September,” the report said.

Natural disasters caused 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, report says

2023-05-18T08:55+0200economictimes (en)

New Delhi: Natural disasters , especially heavy floods and cyclones, triggered around 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, according to a report by the Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre. South Asia witnessed 12.5 million internal displacements due to disasters in....

Natural disasters caused 2.5 mn internal displacements in India in 2022

2023-05-18T08:43+0200business-standard (en)

Torrential rain that hit India in May also caused rivers to overflow in neighbouring Bangladesh, triggering nearly 5,500 displacements. Natural disasters, heavy floods and cyclones triggered around 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, according to a report by the Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre.

Natural disasters caused 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, report says

2023-05-18T08:09+0200nationalheraldindia (en)

Natural disasters, heavy floods and cyclones triggered around 2.5 million internal displacements in India in 2022, according to a report by the Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre. South Asia witnessed 12.5 million internal displacements due to disasters in 2022 with 90 per cent of....

Who's who in the debt limit fight: Meet the four negotiators who could save the US from default

2023-05-17T23:07+0200ABCnews (en)

WASHINGTON -- President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy are turning to a select group of negotiators to help work out a deal to increase the nation’s borrowing authority and avoid the economic carnage that could ensue if the U.S. defaults on its debts. The negotiators are racing to beat a deadline of June 1.

Today's top news: Myanmar, Ethiopia, Sudan, Syria and Türkiye

2023-05-17T23:01+0200unocha (en)

Children climb a tree uprooted by Cyclone Mocha in Sittwe, Rakhine. Credit: OCHA/Suhad Sakalla, 2023 Myanmar. The gradual restoration of limited communications is allowing humanitarian teams to gather a clearer picture of the impact on millions of people who were in the path of the storm.

El Nino forecasts are climbing

2023-05-17T17:10+0200click2houston (en)

One advice about TED talks is never start with a graph, so why not start this ‘graphy’ El Nino blog with a cool photo of the staircase traversing the Peñón de Guatape which is an outcrop of the Antioquia Batholith and towers up to 656 feet above its base.

North Carolina at Risk of Severe Weather with Level 2 Storms, Hail

2023-05-17T13:43+0200natureworldnews (en)

North Carolina is at risk from Level 2 storms, destructive winds, and hail due to severe weather. The potential of severe weather has increased in central North Carolina, according to weather forecasts for Tuesday. Part of the region is now at level 2 risk for severe storms, according to the National Weather Service.

Rivers Trust to co-lead multi-million-pound project to transform national approach to nature-based solutions

2023-05-17T11:35+0200waterbriefing (en)

The Rivers Trust will be co-leading a pioneering project aimed at mainstreaming nature-based solutions to deliver environmental and socioeconomic benefits. The Trust will co-lead an innovative new project working to remove barriers and develop new enabling mechanisms for the adoption of nature-based solutions at a catchment scale.

La urbanización con golf aprobada por el Gobierno andaluz junto a Doñana se sitúa en zona de riesgo de inundación

2023-05-17T10:53+0200ileon (es)

La parcela donde se proyecta este resort se sitúa en la orilla izquierda del Guadalquivir. Al sur del parque nacional, y a menos de cinco kilómetros de límite de la zona protegida por el cinturón del parque natural que rodea el área más blindada del Coto.

La urbanización con golf aprobada por el Gobierno andaluz junto a Doñana se sitúa en zona de riesgo de inundación

2023-05-17T10:50+0200eldiario-es (es)

La parcela donde se proyecta este resort se sitúa en la orilla izquierda del Guadalquivir. Al sur del parque nacional, y a menos de cinco kilómetros de límite de la zona protegida por el cinturón del parque natural que rodea el área más blindada del Coto.

Despite climate change, China sees decline in wild fires

2023-05-17T09:34+0200chinadailyhk (en)

In this file photo dated Aug 1, 2022, Chinese State Councilor Wang Yong, also head of the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters, presides over a video conference on flood control and drought relief work while inspecting the Ministry of Emergency Management.

Reckon Climate change is erasing Black Cemeteries in the South. Here’s what you need to know 54m agoChristopher Harress

2023-05-16T13:56+0200al (en)

“There are beautiful stories under all this,” said Ursel Forbes, observing the overgrown fields around her small family plot. She was checking it for flood damage with her brother John Forbes who was visiting from Texas. “What you can see is kept up by families and volunteers. So much of the rest is hidden or probably long gone.

Floods in Ethiopia leave at least 45 people dead

2023-05-15T21:31+0200aa-en (en)

MOGADISHU, Somalia Recent floods in Ethiopia have killed 45 people and displaced more than 35,000 households, the UN said on Monday. Floods have caused widespread destruction and displacement in the regions of Somali, Oromia, Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples, South West Ethiopia Peoples,....

Floods In Ethiopia Leave At Least 45 People Dead

2023-05-15T20:29+0200haberler-en (en)

Recent floods in Ethiopia have killed 45 people and displaced more than 35,000 households, the UN said on Monday. Floods have caused widespread destruction and displacement in the regions of Somali, Oromia, Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples, South West Ethiopia Peoples, and Afar, according....

Ethiopia: Floods Flash Update, As of 12 May 2023

2023-05-15T16:46+0200reliefWeb (en)

HIGHLIGHTS. • Floods have caused widespread destruction and displacement in Somali, Oromia, Southern Nations Nationalities & Peoples’, South West Ethiopia Peoples’ and Afar regions. • More than 35,000 households are displaced, 45 human lives lost, over 23,000 livestock perished, and more than 99,000....

One dead, at least 11 injured following tornado in Rio Grande Valley: NWS

2023-05-15T15:01+0200mycentraloregon (en)

Obtained by ABC News. (LAGUNA HEIGHTS, Texas) — At least one person was killed and 11 others were hospitalized with injuries Saturday morning after a tornado touched down near Laguna Heights, Texas, in the Rio Grande Valley, according to officials. “The Laguna Madre area was hit by its fourth weather event in as many weeks.

Will South Florida start its rainy season with thunderstorms? What the forecast says

2023-05-15T11:22+0200miamiherald (en)

Why is rainy season important? Year-round groundwater conditions are largely determined by the amount of precipitation received during the rainy season, the National Weather Service says. For example, a drier or late-arriving rainy season can lead to significant water shortages, while an early or....

East Africans face up to heavy cost and toll of weather disasters

2023-05-15T10:50+0200zawya-palestine (en)

The East African region was this week counting the cost of heavy rains amid a high death toll and massive displacements. Now authorities have to deal with an urgent humanitarian crisis, besides thinking of future environmental plans to avoid a repeat. Rwanda said it needs at least $160 million to....

Africa: Social Media Mobile Phone Data in Disaster Management and Implications For Vulnerable Populations

2023-05-15T06:49+0200allafrica (en)

Social media can also be used to push out messages from emergency officials to quickly communicate with a large audience and coordinate relief efforts. There are some mobile applications that are used to identify areas of need and direct resources. With the increasing use of social media, it is....

Scientology Volunteer Ministers: Why Flood Victims Appreciate Their Help

2023-05-15T03:04+0200einnews (en)

Survivors of Eastern Australia’s November flood share what it meant to them when Scientology Volunteer Ministers arrived on the scene. SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 14, 2023 / EINPresswire.com / -- In the wake of one of the worst floods in Eastern Australia’s history, Scientology Volunteer....

Flood Warning Network Aims to Help At-risk Communities

2023-05-15T01:24+0200theepochtimes (en)

A national flood warning network will be set up in a bid to better protect at-risk communities from natural disasters. The federal government will spend $236 million (US$156 million) in the next decade to set up the network, with the Commonwealth to buy and upgrade flood gauges from local, state and territory governments.

Flood warning network aims to help at-risk communities

2023-05-15T01:21+0200bordermail (en)

A national flood warning network will be set up in a bid to better protect at-risk communities from natural disasters. The federal government will spend $236 million in the next decade to set up the network, with the Commonwealth to buy and upgrade flood gauges from local, state and territory governments.

Mudslide closes southern Minnesota highway after torrential rain

2023-05-14T23:52+0200twincities (en)

Torrential rain led to flooding in parts of southern Minnesota on Saturday evening, and may have triggered a mudslide that closed a state highway early Sunday. The Minnesota Department of Transportation reported about 5:30 a.m. Sunday that State Highway 68 is closed south of Courtland due to a “sizeable mudslide” across the driving lanes.

Seattle, Portland could see record heat 20-25 degrees above normal

2023-05-14T18:44+0200usaToday (en)

Record-breaking heat will bake Seattle and Portland again Sunday, and there is no relief in sight until the middle of the week, forecasters say. Temperatures are far beyond normal for the spring, 20 to 25 degrees higher than usual for May, prompting the National Weather Service to issue heat....

Floods in Kalehe: MONUSCO and UN agencies provide aid to victims

2023-05-13T19:56+0200breakinglatest (en)

Radio Okapi/Ph. Ph/ Emmanuel Elameji of Kabedi.”/> MONUSCO and UN agencies brought, on Friday May 12, food and non-food aid to flood victims in Kalehe (South Kivu). This donation was handed over by the head of the MONUSCO/South Kivu office, Cecillia Piazza, to Bushushu in the presence of the....

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T13:09+0200taiwannews (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T13:03+0200timesofindia (en)

DHAKA: Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone , which is expected to slam ashore in in the next 24 hours. Cyclone Mocha was moving toward the coasts of southeastern....

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T12:34+0200TorontoStar (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to …

2023-05-13T12:05+0200wearecentralpa (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T12:05+0200apnews (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:55+0200news4jax (en)

This satellite image provided by India Meteorological Department shows storm Mocha intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm. Authorities in Bangladesh and Myanmar prepared to evacuate hundreds of thousands of people Friday, warning them to stay away from coastal areas as a severe cyclonic storm churned in the Bay of Bengal.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to …

2023-05-13T11:49+0200wowktv (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:41+0200clickondetroit (en)

This satellite image provided by India Meteorological Department shows storm Mocha intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm. Authorities in Bangladesh and Myanmar prepared to evacuate hundreds of thousands of people Friday, warning them to stay away from coastal areas as a severe cyclonic storm churned in the Bay of Bengal.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:40+0200sfgate (en)

This satellite image provided by India Meteorological Department shows storm Mocha intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm. Authorities in Bangladesh and Myanmar prepared to evacuate hundreds of thousands of people Friday, warning them to stay away from coastal areas as a severe cyclonic storm churned in the Bay of Bengal.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:38+0200ABCnews (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh -- Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:37+0200independent-UK (en)

Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and in the next 24 hours. Cyclone Mocha was moving toward the coasts of....

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:32+0200sandiegouniontribune (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:31+0200wsoctv (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches

2023-05-13T11:27+0200actionnewsjax (en)

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Volunteers in Bangladesh’s coastal districts were using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter on Saturday as the delta nation braced for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours.

UPDATED: Siouxland sees tornado, thunderstorm and flood warnings

2023-05-13T05:10+0200siouxcityjournal (en)

Through 9:15 p.m., north central Woodbury and central Plymouth Counties were under a thunderstorm warning. The warning came after a portion of Siouxland, including the Hinton, Salix, Sergeant Bluff, Sioux City and Hinton, Iowa areas, had tornado warnings which first came in at 7:56 p.m. At 8:16 p.m.