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Asharq Al-Awsat
5 days ago
- Climate
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Heavy Rains Flood Khartoum Streets, Exposing Decomposed Bodies
Torrential rains battered several parts of Sudan's Khartoum state this week, flooding residential neighborhoods and streets, disrupting movement, and sweeping away war debris, including decomposed corpses believed to belong to paramilitary fighters. The rainfall began as sanitation workers were carrying out maintenance on stormwater drains. But before completing their task, the downpour caught them off guard, forcing them to begin draining the water with basic tools already in use. Local authorities said residents in the East Nile district reported seeing decomposed bodies swept into drainage canals. Officials suspect the corpses may be those of fighters from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which controlled swathes of the capital during its year-long war with the Sudanese army. The RSF had held large parts of Khartoum since conflict erupted on April 15, 2023. But by March this year, the army claimed to have regained full control of the city. Since then, thousands of displaced families have returned home, according to state authorities, with more returning each day. This year's rainy season arrives amid the devastation of war, which has crippled already fragile infrastructure, particularly flood drainage systems. Even before the conflict, seasonal rains often caused widespread destruction in Khartoum, damaging homes and public facilities and resulting in casualties. Despite extensive water pooling in open areas, Sudan's Civil Defense Authority reported no fatalities or property losses. 'Water was drained naturally, without any intervention from Civil Defense teams,' said Major General Qureshi, deputy director of emergency operations, in remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat. Qureshi added that his teams remain on high alert, as a precaution, although Nile water levels remain stable. Residents attempted to clear water from their homes by removing weeds and waste blocking drainage channels. 'During the RSF's control of the city, we tried to dig small trenches to divert the rainwater toward the main drains,' said resident Mohamed Elias. 'But the blocked drains caused water to stagnate for months, leading to insect infestations and disease.' Although thousands have returned to Khartoum, the national government has not fully re-established itself in the capital, which it fled in favor of Port Sudan, a Red Sea city now serving as a temporary seat of power. Khartoum's governor, Ahmed Othman, previously told Asharq Al-Awsat that the government's return to the capital would be gradual. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said over one million displaced Sudanese have returned to their areas of origin across the country, including in Khartoum.
Saba Yemen
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Meeting at Ministry of Foreign Affairs discusses mechanisms for activating emergency, disaster operations room
Sanaa - Saba A meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sana'a on Monday, May 19, 2025, to discuss mechanisms for activating the emergency and disaster operations room, attended by the Deputy Minister of International Cooperation, Ambassador Ismail Al-Mutawakel, Deputy Director of OCHA, Rosaria Bruno, and the Head of the Civil Defense Authority, Major General Ibrahim Al-Muayyad. The meeting discussed enhancing coordination between relevant parties and international organizations to ensure quick response to emergencies, especially in light of the repercussions of American and Israeli aggression and the increasing humanitarian challenges. Ambassador Al-Mutawakel emphasized the importance of activating the emergency room following the signing of the terms of reference agreement, calling for the preparation of a comprehensive action plan to address disasters resulting from aggression and climate change, praising the efforts of civil defense. For its part, OCHA confirmed its commitment to enhancing humanitarian coordination and supporting response capabilities, while the head of the Civil Defense Authority called for the development of operational mechanisms and overcoming confusion resulting from weak coordination, pointing to training programs that have contributed to increasing community readiness. Whatsapp Telegram Email more of (Local)
Gulf Insider
18-05-2025
- General
- Gulf Insider
Fatal Gas Leak: Explosion In Oman Causes Building Collapse, Two Expats Dead
Two Asian expatriates died following the partial collapse of a residential-cum-commercial building in the Wilayat of Bawshar, Muscat governorate, on Saturday. The collapse occurred due to an explosion caused by a cooking gas leak in a restaurant. Authorities are investigating the incident. Preliminary findings suggest that a momentary gas leak in the restaurant kitchen triggered the explosion, leading to the structural failure. Tragically, two Asian expats lost their lives. Civil Defense Authority teams promptly evacuated the area, secured the site, and provided emergency medical care. The authority urges everyone to comply with safety rules and procedures regarding approved connections and plugs, and the safe storage of gas cylinders as per official requirements. According to the authority's emergency handbook, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders must only be purchased from authorised dealers and always stored upright—not horizontally. 'Keep gas cylinders at least one metre away from open flames, heat sources, and electrical outlets,' the handbook advises. 'Ensure there are no naked flames nearby when changing the gas cylinder. Store no more than one spare cylinder at any time, and the spare should be kept upright in a ventilated cabinet. 'Keep windows open and kitchens well ventilated while cooking; never leave cooking unattended or place flammable items near the flame,' it adds. 'Turn off the gas supply at the regulator before leaving home. Check all gas connections regularly for leaks—if bubbles appear when detergent or soap solution is applied to the gas hose, there is a leak. Replace gas hoses every two years and gas regulators every five years.' If a gas leak is suspected, extinguish all flames, turn off the stove, gas valves, and regulators, open all windows and doors to ventilate the area, and immediately call an authorised dealer to report the leak. If a gas fire occurs, cover it with a wet cloth to extinguish it. Do not pour water on the fire, as it will spread. Turn off the gas supply immediately.
See - Sada Elbalad
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
13 martyrs in raids on various areas in Gaza since dawn today
Amir Hagag Thirteen Palestinians have been martyred as a result of Israeli occupation raids on various areas in the Gaza Strip since dawn today. The Ministry of Health in Gaza confirmed that the Al-Shifa Medical Complex in Khan Yunis is operating partially and that it is urgently being rehabilitated to allow it to receive patients again. It called on the world to intervene and pressure the occupation to protect medical facilities and provide field hospitals and fuel. The Civil Defense Authority in Gaza stated that the Israeli occupation's allegations regarding the presence of gunmen inside the Baptist Hospital are false, according to a breaking news report by Cairo News Channel. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
Saba Yemen
04-03-2025
- Health
- Saba Yemen
Gaza: 48 martyrs recovered from 1 random grave near Kamal Adwan Hospital
Gaza - Saba: The Civil Defense Authority in Gaza announced today, Tuesday, the recovery of 48 martyrs from a random grave near Kamal Adwan Hospital, north of the Gaza Strip. The Civil Defense said in a press statement, "Our crews transferred the bodies of 48 martyrs from a random grave near Kamal Adwan Hospital, including 22 unidentified martyrs." He explained that the martyrs will be buried in the Sultans Cemetery in the town of Beit Lahia, north of the Strip. The Civil Defense added that its crews recovered the remains of a martyr from under the rubble of a house belonging to the "Al-Khatib" family near the Islamic University, west of Gaza City. It is noteworthy that ambulance and civil defense crews continue to recover the bodies of martyrs from under the rubble of destroyed homes on a daily basis, amidst the difficulties they face due to the lack of equipment and mechanisms necessary to prevent the occupation forces from bringing them in. According to the latest statistics published by the Ministry of Health yesterday, Monday, the death toll from the Israeli aggression on Gaza has reached 48,397 martyrs and 111,824 injuries since October 7, 2023. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
