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Torrential rains caused a partial bridge collapse on the Xia-Rong Expressway in Guizhou, leading to severe traffic disruptions, vehicle accidents, and rescue operations, with investigations pointing to weather and structural issues.
Torrential rains in Southern California have caused mudslides, damaging homes and prompting evacuations in several communities including Beverly Crest, Beverly Glen, Studio City, Baldwin Hills, La Habra, and Sherman Oaks. The heavy rains have saturated the soil, leading to debris flows and significant property damage, with some homes being red-tagged as uninhabitable. The incidents occurred as a potent atmospheric river storm continues to dump rain on the region, prompting flood watches and warnings across the area.
Typhoon Koinu, equivalent to a Category 4 hurricane, is set to strike southern Taiwan with 130 mph sustained winds, bringing torrential rains, floods, landslides, and dangerous seas. After passing Taiwan, the typhoon may head towards southeast China and Hong Kong, potentially causing flooding. Flights and ferries have been canceled, schools closed, and code red alerts issued. Taiwan is prone to typhoons, with the last comparable storm hitting in 2016.
Atlantic storm Lee made landfall near New England and Canada, bringing destructive winds, rough surf, and heavy rains. While some warnings were withdrawn, tropical storm warnings remain in effect for parts of Canada. The storm is expected to weaken and dissipate in the coming days. Power outages and downed trees have been reported, and storm surges are expected to subside. The region, already affected by wildfires and severe flooding, is experiencing exhaustion from the continuous weather events. Lee shares similarities with Superstorm Sandy but is not expected to be as destructive.
Atlantic storm Lee weakens after causing destructive winds and torrential rains in New England and Maritime Canada. The storm is expected to dissipate early this week. Power outages have been reported in Maine and Nova Scotia, and storm surges are subsiding. One person died in Maine due to a fallen tree limb, and another person was injured when a tree fell on their vehicle. The storm has caused flooding, canceled flights, and anxiety in a region already dealing with wildfires and severe flooding. Cruise ships sought refuge, lobstermen pulled traps, and a boat sank. Lee shares similarities with Superstorm Sandy but is not as severe. Tropical Storm Nigel is strengthening but poses no immediate threat to the US or Canada.
Greece is experiencing torrential rains and flash floods, causing widespread damage and at least one death. The country's prime minister has described the weather as a "totally extreme weather phenomenon" and urged the public to follow instructions from authorities. The storm, named Daniel, is moving slowly across Greece and is expected to bring heavy rainfall and flooding to the eastern Mediterranean over the next 24 to 48 hours. Red warnings for heavy rain and thunderstorms have been issued, and the storm may develop characteristics similar to a tropical storm as it enters the Mediterranean Sea. This extreme weather comes after Greece has been battling wildfires, and scientists warn that such events will become more common and severe due to climate change.
A section of a railway bridge in southeastern Norway collapsed into the Laagen River due to damage to the central bridge foundation caused by torrential rains. The collapse occurred after all traffic across the bridge was halted a week ago due to fears of its collapse. The bridge, built in 1957, is 172.5 meters long and has a direct foundation on the riverbed. The heavy rain also led to evacuations, a collapsed hydroelectric river dam, a derailed train, and transportation disruptions across the Nordic and Baltic region.
Flash floods triggered by heavy rains in South Korea have trapped 15 vehicles, including a bus, in an underground tunnel. Rescuers have recovered seven bodies from the tunnel and are working to reach several people who remain trapped. The torrential rains have caused widespread flooding, landslides, and the overflow of a major dam, resulting in at least 26 deaths and thousands of evacuations. The country is experiencing its peak summer monsoon season, with more rain forecasted in the coming days.