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LBCI
2 days ago
- Climate
- LBCI
Beijing issues warning of geological disasters after intense rainfall
Beijing has issued a warning for potential geological disasters, including landslides and mudslides, across 10 of the city's 16 districts, the capital's meteorological agency said on Saturday. The alert comes after intense rainfall on Friday, with city authorities also warning of flash floods in mountainous areas on Saturday. Reuters
Reuters
3 days ago
- Climate
- Reuters
Beijing issues warning of geological disasters after intense rainfall
BEIJING, July 26 (Reuters) - Beijing has issued a warning for potential geological disasters, including landslides and mudslides, across 10 of the city's 16 districts, the capital's meteorological agency said on Saturday. The alert comes after intense rainfall on Friday, with city authorities also warning of flash floods in mountainous areas on Saturday.
CBC
5 days ago
- Climate
- CBC
Tropical storm Wipha hits South East Asia
Social Sharing Tropical storm Wipha weakened after making landfall in northern Vietnam on Tuesday, where authorities are on alert due to heavy rains that could cause flooding and mudslides, as the Philippines struggled with monsoon downpours that began last week. Wipha hit the northern provinces of Ninh Binh and Thanh Hoa early Tuesday afternoon with wind speeds of up to 74 km/h, slowing from around 100 km/h on its approach, the national weather forecasting agency said. With a long coastline facing the South China Sea, Vietnam is prone to typhoons that can become deadly. Wipha is the first major storm to hit this year. Heavy rains of up to 50 centimetres were forecast to continue into Wednesday, and authorities warned people to watch out for landslides in mountainous areas and flooding in urban areas. About 350,000 soldiers were put on standby. Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had put coastal provinces on emergency footing as Wipha neared. Last year, Typhoon Yagi, killed an estimated 300 people and caused $3.3 billion in damage. Flooding, closures and a wet wedding In the Philippines, Wipha has intensified already torrential monsoon rains, triggering knee- to waist-deep flooding across parts of the country and forcing a second day of school closures, flight cancellations and the suspension of government work. Thousands of families remained in evacuation centres as relentless rains, which swept through northern regions last week, continued to batter the country. In Malolos, a city in the Philippines ' Bulacan province, newlyweds Jade Rick Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar were determined to walk down the aisle — even if it meant walking down a flooded one. On Tuesday, heavy rain flooded the Barasoain Church in Malolos. The couple had anticipated the risk of flooding, but instead of letting the weather dampen the mood, they decided to push through. "We just mustered enough courage," Verdillo said. "We decided today because it is a sacrifice in itself. But there will be more sacrifices if we don't push through today." Aguilar waded down the aisle through waters almost up to her knees, her white dress and wedding train floating behind her. At the altar, Verdillo was waiting to receive her while wearing an embroidered shirt — called a barong tagalog — worn during special occasions. The couple has been together for 10 years. "I feel that challenges won't be over," Verdillo said. "It's just a test. This is just one of the struggles that we've overcome." Despite the turbulent weather, some family and friends made it to the wedding. "You will see love prevailed because even against weather, storm, rains, floods, the wedding continued," said Jiggo Santos, a wedding guest. "It's an extraordinary wedding."
Reuters
7 days ago
- Climate
- Reuters
Tropical Storm Wipha makes landfall in Vietnam; heavy rains persist in Philippines
HANOI/MANILA, July 22 (Reuters) - Tropical storm Wipha weakened after making landfall in northern Vietnam on Tuesday, with authorities on alert due to heavy rains that could cause flooding and mudslides, as the Philippines struggled with monsoon downpours that began last week. Wipha hit the northern provinces of Ninh Binh and Thanh Hoa early on Tuesday afternoon with wind speeds of up to 74 kph (46 mph), slowing from around 100 kph on its approach, the national weather forecasting agency said. With a long coastline facing the South China Sea, Vietnam is prone to typhoons that are often deadly and Wipha is the first major storm to hit this year. Heavy rains of up to 50 cm (20 inches) were forecast to continue until Wednesday morning, and authorities warned people to watch out for landslides in mountainous areas and flooding in urban areas. Around 350,000 soldiers were put on standby. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had put coastal provinces on emergency footing as Wipha neared, with residents nervous after the devastation of Typhoon Yagi, which last year killed around 300 people and caused $3.3 billion of damage. "I have learnt from last year's mistakes, when we underestimated Yagi," Ngo Van Thuong, a 40-year-old warehouse manager in Ha Long City, told Reuters as the storm neared. "Doorways and roofs are places that need more attention, and, since yesterday, I have also put sandbags on top of the roof," Thuong said. A fishing boat in Quang Ninh province capsized early on Tuesday, but all nine of the fishermen on board were saved, the Nguoi Lao Dong newspaper reported. Airlines cancelled and rescheduled dozens of flights, and some airport, port and train services were suspended, though state media reported that airports in Quang Ninh and Haiphong had resumed operations on Tuesday afternoon. Photos on state media showed empty streets in the capital in Hanoi, where many workplaces were closed on Tuesday, including the U.S. embassy. "We haven't forgotten about Yagi, and have taken extra measures to cope with Wipha," said a resident of Cat Ba Island in Haiphong. In the Philippines, Wipha has intensified already torrential monsoon rains, triggering knee- to waist-deep flooding across parts of the country and forcing a second day of school closures, flight cancellations and the suspension of government work. Thousands of families remain in evacuation centres as relentless rains, which swept through the country's north last week, continue to batter the country. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., currently on an official visit to the United States, said government agencies had been mobilised to provide assistance. "Relief goods are ready and are being delivered to affected areas, along with medical teams," Marcos said in a recorded message. "We're ensuring transport, electricity, and water supplies are stable for those affected." On Sunday, Wipha, then at full typhoon strength, barrelled across Hong Kong and southern China. As the storm passed Hong Kong, more than 110 mm of rain fell within three hours and maximum wind gusts exceeded 167 kph at some points, prompting authorities to issue their highest storm warning.
CNA
7 days ago
- Climate
- CNA
Heavy rains expected as Tropical Storm Wipha approaches Vietnam's northern coast
HANOI: Tropical storm Wipha was set to cross Vietnam's northern coastline on Tuesday (Jul 22) morning, with almost 350,000 soldiers on standby as the state weather agency forecast up to 50cm of rainfall that could cause flooding and mudslides. As of 6am, Wipha was 60km off the coast of Haiphong City with wind speeds of up to 102kmh, and was moving southwest at a speed of 15kmh, according to the national weather forecast agency. After making landfall in Hung Yen and Ninh Binh provinces, Wipha is forecast to weaken to a low-pressure event on Tuesday night, the agency said. No casualties or damage have been reported so far. Witnesses in Haiphong, an industrial base that is home to key ports, said the wind and rain were moderate on Tuesday morning. "We are able to go outdoors this morning as the wind is not too strong," said a resident of Cat Ba Island in Haiphong. On Sunday, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh put coastal provinces on emergency footing for Wipha, saying it could cause flooding and landslides. Airlines have cancelled and rescheduled dozens of flights, and some airport, port and train services have been suspended. With a long coastline facing the South China Sea, Vietnam is prone to typhoons that are often deadly. Last year, Typhoon Yagi killed around 300 people and caused US$3.3 billion of damage.
