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landslides
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world22 hrs ago
Monsoon Landslides Kill at Least Eight Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
Heavy monsoon rains triggered landslides that killed at least eight Rohingya refugees, including five children, at camps in southeastern Bangladesh. Rescue teams recovered five injured children and continued searching for others possibly buried. Officials have relocated more than…
Al Jazeeraworld2 days agoUpdated
Monsoon Landslides Kill Nine in Bangladesh Camps, Including Eight Refugees
Heavy rains triggered hillside collapses at four sites in Cox’s Bazar overnight Sunday into Monday. At least eight Rohingya refugees and one local resident died, with authorities relocating residents from vulnerable slopes.
abcnews.go.comworld14 days ago
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Venezuela, USGS Reports Widespread Effects
@sentdefender reported that a 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit Venezuela and was felt by millions across wide areas. The USGS projects thousands of injuries and deaths along with triggered landslides.
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Japan Timesworld15 days ago
Two Storms Approach Japan With Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
Typhoon Mekkhala and Tropical Storm Higos are forecast to reach parts of Japan this week. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings for landslides, flooding, and rough seas.
manilatimes.networld16 days ago
Typhoon Mekkhala Moves Northwest Off Northern Philippines
Philippine authorities warned Tuesday of possible flooding, landslides and rough seas in Cagayan and Batanes as Typhoon Mekkhala tracked 375 kilometers northeast of Aparri with winds up to 175 kph. The storm is not expected to make landfall.
Nbc Newsscience30 days ago
Earthquake Kills at Least 35 in Philippines, Damages Schools and Infrastructure
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao early Monday, collapsing buildings and triggering landslides and tsunamis. The quake injured hundreds and killed at least 35 people as of Monday afternoon, with officials warning the toll could rise.
The Independentworld51 days ago
Floods Kill at Least 10 in Southern and Central China
Heavy rains triggered flooding and landslides across a region spanning more than 1,000 km. Chinese authorities activated emergency responses and began relocating residents in affected provinces.
Al Jazeeraworld67 days ago
At Least Six Dead, Thousands Displaced in Northeast Brazil Heavy Rains
Heavy rains in northeastern Brazil have killed at least six people and displaced thousands in Pernambuco and Paraiba states. Flooding and landslides struck cities including Recife and Joao Pessoa following two days of rain. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva offered government s…
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thehindu.comfinance75 days ago
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Southern China Ahead of May Day Holiday
Chinese authorities have issued warnings for heavy rain across southern regions as the May Day holiday approaches. Showers are anticipated in areas already saturated from prior storms. The alerts highlight increased risks of flooding and landslides in affected zones.
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Sri Lanka Faces Economic Strain from Cyclone Ditwah Floods and Iran War
Cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka in November 2025, causing floods and landslides that killed 643 people and damaged infrastructure worth $4 billion. The country now contends with fuel shortages and rising prices linked to the US and Israel's war against Iran. Government aid effort…
Louis White / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)science89 days ago
Whitehorse Prepares for Potential Landslides in Downtown Core During Spring Melt
The City of Whitehorse is preparing residents for the spring freshet season and possible landslides in the downtown core. Officials report that this year's snowpack resembles that of 2022, when landslides closed Robert Service Way for weeks and affected homes. The city has enhanc…
news.google.comworld93 days ago
Death Toll from Flooding and Landslides in Afghanistan Rises to 110
Afghanistan's disaster management authority reported that extreme weather has caused flooding and landslides, resulting in at least 110 deaths across the country. The events began about 12 days ago, affecting most of the nation's 34 provinces, with 160 injuries and damage to over…
world95 days ago
Floods in Sumatra Kill Over 1,200, Linked to Deforestation
In November 2025, floods and landslides in Sumatra, triggered by Cyclone Senyar, killed more than 1,200 people and displaced hundreds of thousands. The disaster affected areas in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, destroying homes and infrastructure. Abc reported that defores…