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natural-disasters2 years ago

Tragedy Strikes Xi'an as Mudslide Claims Lives and Leaves Many Missing

A mudslide in the north-western Chinese city of Xi'an has resulted in the death of 21 people, with six still missing. The mudslide, caused by heavy rainfall from Typhoon Khanun, destroyed houses and infrastructure, cutting power to 900 households. China's ministry of emergency management held a meeting to discuss flood prevention and emergency response measures in affected provinces. The country has been experiencing unusually high summer rainfall and convective weather, exacerbating the impact of recent typhoons.

via The Guardian|
#china#mudslide#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun wreaks havoc in Russia, leaving thousands homeless

Russia has deployed a task force to oversee the cleanup efforts in the Primorye region after Typhoon Khanun caused widespread flooding, affecting thousands of homes and leaving 28 settlements cut off. The flood in Ussuriysk, the second largest city in the region, is said to be the worst and biggest in a decade, impacting between 35 and 40 percent of its territory. No casualties have been reported, and the authorities have sent humanitarian aid and helicopters to assist with rescue operations.

via Yahoo News|
#cleanup#flooding#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun wreaks havoc in Russia, leaving thousands homeless

Russia has deployed a task force to oversee the cleanup efforts in the Primorye region after Typhoon Khanun caused widespread flooding, with over 4,000 homes, 5,600 plots, and 7 apartment buildings affected. The cities of Ussuriysk and Spassk-Dalny were hit the hardest, with the flood in Ussuriysk being the worst in a decade, affecting 35-40% of its territory. The task force is coordinating the elimination of flood consequences, delivering humanitarian aid, and providing assistance with rescue operations. No casualties have been reported, and early deployment of units helped minimize the damage.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#cleanup#flooding#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun Strikes South Korea After Devastating Japan

Typhoon Khanun has made landfall in South Korea after causing heavy rain and disruptions in southern Japan. More than 330 flights have been cancelled, over 10,000 people have been moved to safety, and warnings have been issued across South Korea. The storm has brought heavy rain and strong winds, with some areas receiving up to 60 mm of rain per hour. South Korea is still recovering from intense monsoon rain last month, and North Korea is also preparing for the storm. Meanwhile, another storm, Typhoon Lan, is heading towards Japan and could potentially affect the Tokyo area.

via Reuters|
#evacuations#heavy-rain#japan
natural-disasters2 years ago

Double Trouble: Typhoon Khanun Strikes Japan and South Korea, While Another Storm Threatens

Typhoon Khanun is lashing southern regions of Japan and South Korea, causing flight cancellations, train halts, and heavy rain. Another storm, Lan, is approaching Tokyo, threatening Japan's peak summer holiday season. Khanun is expected to make landfall in South Korea before moving up the Korean peninsula, while Lan is predicted to strengthen as it heads north. The storms have already caused significant rainfall and disruptions in the affected areas.

via Reuters|
#heavy-rain#japan#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Massive Evacuation of South Korean Scouts Preempting Typhoon Threat

South Korea has evacuated the majority of teenage scouts from their campsite ahead of Typhoon Khanun, which is expected to hit the southwest region as early as Wednesday. More than two-thirds of the 36,000 participants at the World Scout Jamboree have already left, with buses being deployed to move them to safety. The event has already been marred by illness and criticism of its organization and facilities. South Korean organizers are keen to minimize further problems, as hundreds of participants have fallen ill due to a heatwave. The typhoon is expected to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 125 kph (78 mph) to southern regions of South Korea.

via Reuters|
#evacuation#natural-disasters#safety-preparations
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun: South Korea on High Alert

South Korea is on high alert as Typhoon Khanun approaches, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to hit the southern region starting on Thursday. Concerns over flooding, landslides, and other damage have prompted emergency inspections of vulnerable areas and facilities. The typhoon's path may be influenced by Typhoon Lan, which emerged southeast of Tokyo. Heavy rain is expected across the country, with some areas predicted to receive up to 600mm of rainfall. The government has urged residents to stay indoors and monitor weather conditions.

via The Korea Herald|
#flooding#landslides#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun threatens additional Japanese regions as it moves westward

Japan has cancelled hundreds of flights and advised over 60,000 households to evacuate as Typhoon Khanun, with heavy rain and strong winds, moves westwards towards South Korea. The typhoon is currently south of Kyushu and is expected to bring thunderstorms and up to 400 mm (16 inches) of precipitation to Kyushu and Shikoku islands. The slow-moving typhoon may cause total rainfall to exceed the normal monthly average for August. Trains, flights, and ferries have been cancelled, and the city of Nagasaki has relocated a commemorative event. Mazda Motor will suspend production at its plants in Hiroshima and Yamaguchi. South Korea has also started evacuating participants at the World Scout Jamboree. Another typhoon, Typhoon Lan, is expected to reach central Japan on Sunday.

via Reuters|
#evacuations#heavy-rain#japan
natural-disasters2 years ago

European Scouts Evacuate South Korean World Jamboree Due to Approaching Typhoon

Tens of thousands of scouts from around the world are being evacuated from a coastal jamboree in South Korea due to the approaching Typhoon Khanun. The event, which was already marred by extreme heat and poor organization, saw thousands of participants leave early. The World Organisation of the Scout Movement has called on authorities to help repatriate the remaining participants. The typhoon is expected to reach South Korea on Thursday, adding to the challenges faced by the scouts.

via Euronews|
#evacuation#extreme-heat#natural-disasters
weatherevents2 years ago

Teenagers Evacuated from World Scout Jamboree Campsite in South Korea Due to Extreme Weather

The World Scout Jamboree in South Korea has been cut short due to an approaching typhoon, following complaints about extreme heat and poor conditions at the event. Nearly 40,000 teenagers were expected to participate in the gathering, but now scouts are being evacuated a week ahead of schedule. The typhoon is forecasted to hit South Korea on Thursday, prompting the transfer of approximately 36,000 participants to the greater Seoul area. This comes after hundreds of teens fell ill from the heat, and reports of inadequate food and sleeping arrangements. Contingents from the US, UK, and Singapore have already pulled out of the event.

via CNN|
#evacuation#extreme-weather#south-korea
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun wreaks havoc in Taiwan, disrupting markets and flights

Typhoon Khanun, the second-strongest typhoon level, has caused businesses and schools in northern Taiwan to shut down, while airlines have cancelled dozens of flights. The slow-moving typhoon is expected to bring heavy rainfall and high winds to the region, with warnings of floods. Power outages have affected thousands of households, and transportation services have been disrupted. In Japan's Okinawa, the typhoon has caused two deaths, injured dozens, and left many without power.

via Reuters|
#flights-cancelled#natural-disasters#northern-taiwan
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun Returns to Japanese Islands, Causing Further Damage and Injuries

Typhoon Khanun, which caused damage and injuries in Okinawa and other southern Japanese islands, is expected to make a U-turn and bring more rain to the region. The typhoon is currently moving west but is forecasted to turn east on Friday. China, which experienced deadly flooding and damage from a previous typhoon, is expected to be largely spared. In Okinawa, the typhoon injured 41 people and left nearly 30% of homes without power. Recovery work has been hampered, and some flights have resumed at Naha Airport. China and Taiwan are also making preparations for the storm.

via The Associated Press|
#china#japan#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun wreaks havoc in Okinawa with powerful winds and flooding

Typhoon Khanun has caused destruction in Okinawa and nearby islands with powerful winds, severe flooding, and huge waves. The storm left over 30 people injured, disrupted transportation, and cut power to around 200,000 homes. Okinawa's Naha Airport experienced cancellations of hundreds of flights due to strong winds. The typhoon, exhibiting an unusual double-eyewall structure, is expected to gradually weaken but may potentially affect Okinawa again by Friday and Saturday.

via The Washington Post|
#east-china-sea#flooding#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

Record-breaking Rainfall and Typhoon Devastate Beijing and Okinawa

Beijing experiences the heaviest rainfall in 140 years, causing severe flooding and resulting in 11 deaths and 27 missing persons. Typhoon Khanun hits Japan's Okinawa islands, leading to the evacuation of over 600,000 residents and leaving more than 200,000 households without electricity. The typhoon is forecasted to stall in the East China Sea and potentially bring heavy rainfall and high wind gusts to China's eastern coast. Chinese leader Xi Jinping has called for thorough search and rescue efforts and the restoration of normal living conditions.

via CNN|
#beijing#china#evacuations
natural-disasters2 years ago

Typhoon Khanun Devastates Okinawa, Leaving Destruction in its Wake

Typhoon Khanun has caused power outages to over one-third of households in Okinawa, Japan, as it approaches the country's southwestern islands. One person has died and at least 25 others have been injured. The slow-moving typhoon has prompted the evacuation of nearly 700,000 people in Okinawa, with wind gusts of nearly 200 kph (124 mph) and heavy rainfall. The storm is expected to move towards China and Taiwan before potentially heading to Japan's Kyushu island. Power supply disruptions have affected mobile phone and internet connections, and transportation services have been severely impacted, with flight and ferry cancellations.

via Reuters|
#damage#evacuation#natural-disasters