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Communities and local government units (LGUs) in Luzon are being advised to stay on high alert for possible rain-induced landslides, flash floods, flooding, and debris flows as a low-pressure area (LPA) strengthens the southwest monsoon or habagat. The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) has posted a Geohazard Advisory 1, warning
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has extended its humanitarian gesture to the victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State by donating food items. The donation is a demonstration of love and solidarity with the victims, particularly those directly affected by the disaster.
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Three years after being displaced by the devastating 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods, some victims are struggling to prove their eligibility for government assistance. Despite initial promises of help, many are now faced with eviction notices and a rigorous verification process that has uncovered foreign nationals, individuals with RDP houses, and those
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Floodwaters triggered by torrential rainfall on May 28 and 29 inundated key areas of Mokwa, Niger State, and parts of Edu Local Government Area in Kwara State, exacerbating the disaster caused by the collapse of an old railway embankment. The lawmakers reported that while 500 deaths have been confirmed, more
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The Shoalhaven region in New South Wales, Australia has been battered by heavy rainfall and high winds, causing significant disruptions and damage to infrastructure. The Shoalhaven Council has urged residents to stay home and avoid all unnecessary travel due to several sewer discharges, infiltration, and power outages. The council has
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A significant development is underway at Trefusis Park, with contractor Kier having started on-site work earlier this year. The project, led by Plymouth City Council and the UK Government, aims to alleviate flooding concerns in the area. To ensure public safety and maintain accessibility, the council has implemented temporary measures,
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Widespread destruction was reported in Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh after cloudbursts and flash floods struck the area in the early hours of Tuesday, leaving behind a trail of death and devastation. The Chandigarh-Manali national highway remained blocked, trapping many tourists in their vehicles. Rescue teams, including NDRF and SDRF,
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Extremely heavy rain brought on by a cold front has caused catastrophic floods in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, leaving a trail of destruction and death in its wake. The floods, which occurred on June 9th and 10th, have resulted in an official death toll of 101, with
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Residents in several districts of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) have been warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issuing flood alerts for rivers and local streams due to concerns of potential landslides in hilly regions. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has reported 63 deaths in rain-related
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The European Union's external action service has been working to alleviate the suffering of thousands of people affected by the severe floods in Kenya, which have resulted in a humanitarian crisis. The floods, triggered by the March-May long rains, have displaced over 18,000 people and led to
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Heavy rainfall brought life to a standstill in Panchkula's Sector 19, a low-lying area, with water flooding roads, homes, parks, and a railway underpass. Residents blame clogged drains and poor planning for the annual flooding, which they say worsened after the railway underpass was built. The underpass, which
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A delegation of 25 experts from Bosnia and Herzegovina visited Trkiye in late June to participate in a professional training on natural disaster management, focusing on floods, erosion, and climate change. The training was organized by the General Directorate for Combating Desertification and Erosion (CEM) under the Turkish Ministry of
