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Philippines Hit by Deadly Landslides as Typhoon Bavi Closes in on Taiwan and China

Typhoon Bavi’s outer bands trigger deadly landslides in the southern Philippines, killing at least 15 people in Sarangani and Lanao del Sur as the storm tracks toward Taiwan and China. PAGASA says Bavi will not make landfall in the Philippines, but heavy rainfall and flooding could affect Manila and nearby areas. Evacuations are underway, and Bavi has already impacted Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, with further impacts anticipated in Taiwan, Japan, and southern China.

via Al Jazeera|

#landslides #monsoon #philippines

world14 days ago•11 min saved

Japan battered by twin tropical storms, triggering floods, landslides and rail disruptions

Two major storms, Mekkhala and Higos, pummeled western and central Japan with heavy rain, causing floods and landslides, damaging roads and disrupting rail and air travel; at least one person died and several were injured as homes flooded across Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima and surrounding areas.

via AP News|

#floods #japan #landslides

local1 month ago•11 min saved

Six-point-magnitude quake on Mauna Loa rattles Big Island, prompting road closures and damage warnings

A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck the west flank of Mauna Loa on the Big Island around 9:46 p.m. Friday, with a depth of just over 15 miles. Officials say light to moderate damage could occur where shaking was strongest, and landslides forced closures on Highway 11 as crews cleared debris. There was no tsunami threat and no volcanic eruption associated with the quake, though aftershocks may continue in the coming days. More than 2,600 Felt Reports were logged within the first hour, with residents reporting strong shaking across the island; authorities urge residents to inspect their homes and utilities and avoid affected roads until cleared.

via Big Island Now|

#aftershocks #big-island #landslides

weather3 months ago•2 min saved

Kona storm batters Hawaii with floods, landslides and summit snow

A powerful Kona storm drenched Hawaii with heavy rain, flash floods, landslides and summit snow, washing out roads and destroying a home, while more than 35,000 customers lost power and flood watches and wind advisories remained in effect across Maui, Molokai and the Big Island.

via The Guardian|

#flash-flooding #hawaii #kona-storm

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Heavy rains trigger deadly floods and landslides in Minas Gerais, Brazil

Torrential rainfall in southeastern Brazil’s Minas Gerais state caused floods and landslides that killed at least 30 people and left 39 missing, with Juiz de Fora and Ubá among the hardest-hit areas as homes were swept away and rescues continue; a state of emergency was declared, shelters opened, and officials linked the disaster to record February rainfall amid broader climate-change–related extreme weather.

via The Guardian|

#brazil #emergency #floods

world4 months ago•4 min saved

Rescuers race to reach missing as floods and landslides kill 25 in Minas Gerais, Brazil

Heavy rains in Minas Gerais caused floods and landslides, killing at least 25 people (mostly in Juiz de Fora and Ubá) with dozens reported missing and thousands displaced; authorities declared a state of calamity and mobilized rescue and humanitarian assistance.

via BBC|

#brazil #disaster-response #floods

world5 months ago•15 min saved

North Island floods and landslides spur rescue push as Mount Maunganui campers go missing

Heavy rains have triggered floods and landslides across New Zealand's North Island, leaving around 8,000 people without power and prompting evacuations. In Mount Maunganui, a campground landslide left several people missing and rescuers digging through debris, while other incidents include a man swept away in the Mahurangi River and additional missing people in Papamoa; authorities urge avoiding non-essential travel as Fire and Emergency NZ handles hundreds of weather-related calls and the search continues.

via BBC|

#floods #landslides #mount-maunganui

us-news5 months ago•3 min saved

Big Sur Coast Road Reopens, Restoring California’s Coastal Lifeline

California’s Pacific Coast Highway fully reopened after a three-year closure, with the seven-mile Big Sur stretch the last to come back online following multiple landslides (Regent’s Slide and Paul’s Slide) and a wildfire. Caltrans stabilized slopes with deep steel reinforcements and removed vast amounts of mud and debris, restoring a vital economic lifeline for Big Sur, and Gov. Newsom called the reopening a relief for local businesses and residents.

via The New York Times|

#big-sur #california #landslides

travel5 months ago•8 min saved

Big Sur’s Highway 1 Reopens After Three-Year Repair Push

California's Highway 1 along Big Sur is fully open again between Carmel and Cambria after three years of landslide repairs. Caltrans spent about $162 million on stabilization and reconstruction, a reopening expected to boost local tourism and business, though officials caution future closures are possible during winter storms, particularly near Regent's Slide north of Lucia.

via Los Angeles Times|

#big-sur #highway-1 #landslides

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Sri Lanka Faces Devastation and Resilience After Deadly Cyclone

Cyclone Ditwah caused devastating landslides in Sri Lanka, resulting in at least 410 deaths, 336 missing persons, and widespread destruction, especially in the Kandy region, as authorities work to clear roads, restore communication, and provide shelter for displaced residents.

via Reuters|

#cyclone-ditwah #disaster #landslides

world7 months ago•3 min saved

Over 1,200 Dead as Southeast Asia Faces Devastating Floods and Landslides

Severe flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia, driven by extreme monsoon rains intensified by climate change, have resulted in over 1,000 deaths in countries including Indonesia and Sri Lanka, with ongoing rescue efforts and international aid appeals.

via CBS News|

#asia #climate-change #disaster

weather8 months ago•4 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Threatens Catastrophic Flooding in Jamaica and Haiti

Hurricane Melissa has intensified to a Category 4 storm, threatening Jamaica, Haiti, and surrounding areas with catastrophic flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage, prompting emergency responses and evacuations.

via CBS News|

#catastrophic-flooding #haiti #hurricane-melissa

weather8 months ago•2 min saved

Tropical Storm Melissa Threatens Major Hurricane and Severe Flooding in Caribbean

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane, bringing catastrophic flooding and landslides to Jamaica, Haiti, and surrounding areas, with warnings and watches in effect as it moves slowly through the Caribbean.

via Yahoo|

#caribbean #flooding #hurricane-forecast

world8 months ago•4 min saved

Mexico Faces Devastation as Heavy Rains Kill Dozens and Cut Off Communities

Heavy rains from two tropical storms caused devastating flooding and landslides in Mexico, cutting off 300 communities, with at least 64 deaths and many missing. The government and residents are actively engaged in rescue and relief efforts, focusing on evacuations, restoring access, and preventing disease outbreaks.

via KSL.com|

#disaster #flooding #landslides

world8 months ago•4 min saved

Mexico Faces Devastation as Heavy Rains Kill Dozens and Cut Off Communities

Severe flooding and landslides caused by tropical storms have devastated central and eastern Mexico, cutting off 300 communities, causing at least 64 deaths, and leaving many missing. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with military, civilian, and private aid working to evacuate residents and deliver supplies amid extensive damage and ongoing risks.

via AP News|

#disaster #flooding #landslides