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Landslide at Mount Maunganui campsite leaves two dead and six missing

Two people have been confirmed dead and six remain unaccounted for after a landslide at a Mount Maunganui campsite, with police seeking information on three others who may have been there and could be international tourists who have since left. Two teenagers are among the missing; in Welcome Bay a separate landslide killed a grandmother and her grandchild. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the disaster site as rescuers work around the clock amid ongoing heavy rain and forecasts of more storms, and authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

via BBC|

#landslide #missing-persons #natural-disaster

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Mexico, Causing Damage and Disruption

A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Mexico, particularly near Acapulco and Mexico City, causing at least two deaths, injuries, and some landslides, but no major damage was reported.

via CBS News|

#acapulco #earthquake #mexico

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Philippines Braces as Super Typhoon Fung-wong Triggers Massive Evacuations

Super Typhoon Fung-wong struck the Philippines shortly after Typhoon Kalmaegi, causing at least eight deaths, widespread flooding, and mass evacuations, with the storm weakening from super typhoon to typhoon but still posing a significant threat.

via The Washington Post|

#evacuations #natural-disaster #philippines

world3 months ago•3 min saved

Typhoon Kalmaegi Causes Devastation Across Philippines and Vietnam

Typhoon Kalmaegi has caused at least five deaths in Vietnam and 188 in the Philippines, bringing destruction with heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding, while authorities warn of ongoing risks and prepare for upcoming storms amid concerns over climate change.

via Reuters|

#climate-change #natural-disaster #philippines

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Deadly 6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan, Causing Multiple Casualties

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan near Mazar-i-Sharif, with the USGS monitoring potential aftershocks and updating data as available.

via The New York Times|

#afghanistan #earthquake #magnitude63

world4 months ago•5 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Intensifies, Threatening Jamaica and Cuba

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, made landfall in Jamaica with catastrophic winds and heavy rain, causing widespread damage and power outages, and is expected to impact Cuba and other Caribbean regions with severe flooding and landslides, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive destruction.

via CBS News|

#category-5-storm #cuba #hurricane-melissa

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7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning in Southern Philippines

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in southern Philippines, with the extent of damage still unclear.

via The Washington Post|

#earthquake #mindanao #natural-disaster

world4 months ago•4 min saved

7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Philippines, Triggers Tsunami Warnings

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake off the southern Philippines caused at least two deaths, damage to infrastructure, and prompted a temporary tsunami warning, with ongoing assessments and evacuations in coastal areas.

via CBS News|

#earthquake #natural-disaster #philippines

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Tsunami threat subsides after 7.4 quake hits Davao

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake off southern Philippines caused fatalities, damage, and evacuation efforts, but the tsunami threat has now passed with only small waves observed on coasts. The Philippines and Indonesia issued warnings, but the danger has subsided, and authorities are assessing the damage and ensuring safety.

via Al Jazeera|

#earthquake #indonesia #natural-disaster

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Major Earthquake and Tsunami Warnings in Southeast Philippines

A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck offshore southern Philippines, prompting tsunami warnings in several countries and causing damage and panic in coastal areas. Authorities are assessing the situation and preparing rescue efforts, following the recent deadly quake in the region.

via Reuters|

#earthquake #natural-disaster #philippines

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North Dakota's EF5 Tornado Ends Over a Decade Drought

A rare EF5 tornado with winds over 200 mph was confirmed in North Dakota, marking the first EF5 in the US in 12 years, causing fatalities and extensive damage, including destroyed farmsteads and uprooted trees.

via AP News|

#ef5-tornado #natural-disaster #north-dakota

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Deadly offshore earthquake strikes central Philippines, killing at least 69

A 6.9-magnitude offshore earthquake near Bogo City, Philippines, has resulted in at least 69 deaths, with rescue efforts underway and a brief tsunami warning issued. The quake disrupted events and caused significant damage, while ongoing tropical storms complicate relief efforts.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#earthquake #natural-disaster #philippines

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Deadly 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Central Philippines, Death Toll Rises

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake in the Philippines has resulted in at least 69 deaths and over 150 injuries, with rescue operations underway and the government providing aid. The quake caused significant damage in Cebu, including building collapses and infrastructure damage, but no tsunami threat was reported. President Marcos Jr. assured swift assistance as authorities respond to the disaster.

via Reuters|

#casualties #cebu #natural-disaster

world5 months ago•3 min saved

Super Typhoon Ragasa Causes Fatalities in Taiwan and Threatens Southern China

Super Typhoon Ragasa caused at least 14 deaths and 124 missing persons in Taiwan after a barrier lake burst, and prompted high alert in Hong Kong and southern China, with preparations and evacuations underway as the storm approaches with strong winds and heavy rains.

via The Guardian|

#china #hong-kong #natural-disaster

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake Hits Russia's Far East, Tsunami Warning Issued

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula prompted tsunami advisories, which were later canceled, with no reports of damage or tsunami threat to nearby regions like Hawaii or Canada.

via CBS News|

#earthquake #natural-disaster #petropavlovsk-kamchatsky