Myanmar

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 Heavy Flooding In Southern Myanmar Displaces More Than 10,000 people

A senior official at the Ministry of Social Welfare, Lay Shwe Zin Oo, said constant rain in the Bago region that continued from the last week caused heavy flooding in the low-line areas of its capital, Bago town. It is said that there were no losses, but over 10,000 people had to abandon their homes. Bago town recorded 7.87 inches of rainfall hence it is its highest in 59 years.

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 - 08:50 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Myanmar, Floods, Homeless, Environment news, World news

Courtesy: Hindustan Times

Yamuna River

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Yamuna River Water Level Crosses Danger Mark, Evacuation Underway

Despite assurance of Delhi Government, the flood situation in the region near Yamuna River is concerning. After days, the water level once again crossed the danger mark, leaving residents in a worried situation. The National Disaster Management authority and concerned officials are making efforts to evacuate people, especially those residing near the region. Furthermore, the rescue operation in the flood affected region of National capital is… read-more

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 - 09:00 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Yamuna River, delhi news, national capital, Floods, AAP Government

Yamuna River

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Delhi Floods: Yamuna River Water Level Decreases With 207 Mark

The flood-like situation in Delhi is under control as the Yamuna River water level is below 208, watermark. On July 15, the Delhi Government said, the situation is better in the low-lying region and restoration work to tackle the damage done by heavy to very heavy rainfall in the past few days. Delhi Public Work Minister Atishi said a day's time would be needed to return to normal.

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 - 09:28 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Yamuna River, water level, Delhi Government, Floods, Disaster Management

Courtesy: ANI News

Floods

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Red Category Alert Issued In Bihar Amid Rainfall

A red category warning asking authorities to be prepared for action to prevent disasters has been issued for parts of northeast India including Assam, Meghalaya, and Sikkim as well as Bihar as extremely heavy rain (over 20 cm) was likely there on Wednesday and Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall was expected to continue in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh during the next two days, said the IMD.

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 - 07:10 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Indian Weather, rainfall, Red Category, Bihar, Floods

Courtesy: Hindustan Times

Andhra Pradesh CM

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YS Jagan Reviews Anantapur Floods, Orders Assistance For Affected Families: AP

Anantapur region of Andhra Pradesh is flooded after heavy-to-very-heavy rainfall, following which Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy held a review meeting. Held on October 12, at the YSRCP Camp Office, the CM asked all the officials to make necessary arrangements, providing financial assistance of Rs 2,000 to the flood affected victims, In addition, three rehabilitation centres for flood victims have been established with relief measures… read-more

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 - 12:34 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Anantapur Rains, Floods, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, Review Meeting, Relief Measures

Courtesy: The Hans India

Mumbai Waterlogging

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Several Parts Of Mumbai Waterlogged Following Heavy Downpour: Maharashtra

Following heavy rainfall, several parts of the city of Mumbai have been waterlogged, as of September 13. The situation was at its very worst in Mumbai’s Simon area, with water levels extremely high, disturbing life. Meanwhile, Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an “yellow alert” to Mumbai, and adjourning places like Pune, Thane, Raigad and Phalgar. Since June 1 to August 12, over 120 persons have lost their lives. 

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 - 10:26 AM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Maharashtra , Mumbai, waterlogging, Floods, Thane

Courtesy: ANI

Godavari River

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Telangana Govt Issues Flood Alert In Areas Around Godavari River

Telangana Weather Department issued an alert in the districts on the banks of the Godavari River.  The flood warning was in regard to the overflow of the Godavari water amid rains in the Telugu State. On September 12, Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao directed CS Somesh Kumar to alert district collectors and SPs about the overflow of Godavari river water amid rain and take the necessary measures.read-more

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 - 02:30 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Godavari River, Telangana Govt, Overflow, Floods, CM KCR

Courtesy: English Madhyamam

Dunzo Delivery Executive

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Dunzo Services Affected In Flood-Hit Areas: Bangalore

Dunzo delivery app services have been affected in flood-hit areas of Bangalore. The company halted services in such areas, to prioritise the safety of delivery executives. Dunzo promises to delivery groceries in 19 minutes, and also picks up packages and makes deliveries within the same city. The company is reportedly operating in eight cities. Meanwhile, several parts of Bangalore are waterlogged due to heavy downpour, bringing life to a… read-more

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 - 01:55 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Dunzo, Bangalore, Karnataka, Bellandur, Floods

Courtesy: Hindustan Times

Balochistan Floods

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Pakistan Floods: 19 People Die In Last 24 Hours, Death Toll Nearing 1,200

As many as 19 persons died in the last 24 hours in Pakistan to the ongoing flood condition, on September 2. With this, the death toll has gone up to 1,186, since June 14. In the last 24 hours, 12 died in Sindh, four in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and three in Balochistan. Notably, the deceased include nine children. Also, the floods have hit over 80 districts wrecking havoc. 

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 - 02:24 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Pakistan, Floods, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan

Courtesy: ANI

China and Pakistan Flags

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China Despatches 2 Military Cargo Aircrafts To Provide Aid To Flood-Hit Pakistan

Coming to Pakistan’s aid amid the grim flood situation across the country, China has despatched two large military cargo aircrafts to deliver supplies. The aircrafts left from Southwest China’s Sichuan, and are capable of carrying over 60 tonnes of cargo. The aircraft is scheduled to deliver 3,000 tents and other aid to Pakistan. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao said that China will continue to provide “much needed” help to Pakistan… read-more

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 - 10:56 AM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: China, Pakistan, Floods, Xi Jinping, Shehbaz Sharif

Courtesy: Hindustan Times