Natural Disasters

Climate Change Warmed Ocean Fueling Deadly Asian Floods and Cyclones

A study found that climate change–induced ocean warming intensified cyclones Senyar and Ditwah, leading to deadly floods and landslides that caused over 1,600 deaths in parts of Asia.

Andhra Pradesh reviews policy reforms on TDR and coastal flood planning

Andhra Pradesh reviewed reforms on Transferable Development Rights policy and coastal city flood mitigation to improve land value responsiveness and climate resilience in urban infrastructure.

Climate Scientist Warns Climate Change Will Intensify Extreme Weather

Climate scientist Bob Watson links recent Asian floods to human-driven climate change, warning of worsening extreme weather without prompt intervention.

How cyclones and monsoon rains combined to devastate parts of Asia – visual guide

Severe flooding and cyclones have resulted in over 1,300 deaths across southern and southeastern Asia, displacing hundreds of thousands. This disaster highlights the increasing impact of climate change on extreme weather events.

Weather tracker: Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Caribbean

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused widespread destruction in Jamaica, Cuba, and Haiti, resulting in numerous fatalities and significant damage. Its impact highlights the increasing severity of hurricanes in the region.

Rescue efforts as super typhoon hits Philippines, displacing thousands

Super Typhoon Ragasa has caused significant flooding and landslides in the northern Philippines, displacing thousands of residents.

Taiwan lowers Typhoon Ragasa death toll to 14; China starts cleanup

Typhoon Ragasa has caused 14 confirmed deaths in Taiwan, with ongoing cleanup efforts in China as the storm weakens.

Moment sinkhole pulls down power lines in busy Bangkok street

A large sinkhole in Bangkok has led to evacuations and damaged power lines, with no reported injuries.

Typhoon Ragasa: Taiwan lake bursts as year's strongest storm barrels towards China

Super Typhoon Ragasa has caused severe flooding in Taiwan, leading to deaths and evacuations, and is expected to impact southern China.

Photos: Super Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in Philippines

Super Typhoon Ragasa has caused at least three fatalities and led to the evacuation of over 10,000 people in Northern Philippines as it approaches southeastern China.

Philippines: Thousands evacuate as Super Typhoon Ragasa hits

Super Typhoon Ragasa has made landfall in the Philippines, prompting mass evacuations and warnings of severe flooding and landslides.

Monsoon: Why rains have been so deadly in India this year

India is experiencing unprecedented monsoon rains, leading to severe floods and landslides that have killed hundreds. The Indian Meteorology Department reports rainfall levels exceeding 1,000% above normal in some areas. Factors contributing to...