ASEAN discusses cl𒆙imate change response measures
Cambodian Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology Thor Chetha said ASEAN has emerged as a hotspot for the impacts brought on by the changing climate such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves.
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Indonesia forecasts floods remain ꦬbiggest threat in 2025
Heavy rains and floods remain the biggest threats for Indonesia in 2025 due to the impact of the La Niña phenomenon, according to the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB).
Floods, landslides cause severe dam༺age in Indon🍌esia
Indonesian authorities reported on December 9 that search and rescue teams have found 10 bodies swept away or buried under tonnes of mud and debris after flash floods devastated several villages on the island of Java. Two individuals remain missing.
Malaysia on alert for surge𒅌 in ꧒waterborne diseases after floods
Health volunteers in Malaysia have been preparing for any surge in waterborne diseases following devastating floods that saw tens of thousands of people evacuated as more rains are forecast in the coming days.
Heav🦩y rain causes severe flooding in southern Thailand
Southern Thailand continues to endure heavy rainfall, with the country’s Meteorological Department warning that downpours will persist across eight provinces until December 1, exacerbating already critical flood conditions after a week of relentless rain.
Malay🅺si𒁏a establishes temporary shelters for flood victims
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on November 28 announced emergency measures to address severe flooding in six states of the country, which has affected over 37,000 residents.
Philippines war🎃ns of new storm after deadly T🍨rami
The Philippines raised a fresh weather alert on October 28 relating to a new storm named Kong-rey, just few days after more than 100 people were killed by Trami - the worst storm of this year so far.
Floods affect many localities in Thailand
Many localities in Thailand are experiencing unpredictable weather, with thunderstorms, strong winds and heavy rains in some areas, including the northern and central regions, as well as Bangkok capital and its vicinity.
Thail♕and, Laos to enhance cooperation in natural disaster respo🎃nse
Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa and Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith recently held phone talks, stressing stronger cooperation to improve their countries’ capacities in mitigating impacts of natural disasters.
✃PM chairs online conference on addressing Typhoon Yagi's aftermath
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired an online conference of permanent Government members with representatives of localities affected by Typhoon Yagi on September 15 morning to discuss urgent solutions to overcoming post-storm consequences, supporting people and enterprises in stabilising life and restoring production and business activities.
Water levels in Red, Duong rivers recede, Hanoi loweꦦrs flood alert
The water level of the Red River in Hanoi has dropped to 10.39 meters, falling below the second flood alert threshold of 10.5 meters. Consequently, the Hanoi Command for Search, Rescue, and Natural Disaster Prevention has lifted the second flood alert for both the Red and Duong rivers.
Post-typhoon floods leave 181 dead, 145 missing
Heavy rains and floods triggered by super typhoon Yagi, one of the strongest to hit Vietnam in decades, had left 181 dead and 145 missing as of 10:00 pm on September 11, statistics show.
PM urges ramping up efforts in response to floodℱing
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 11 asked ministries, agencies, and localities to work around the clock in response to emergencies in the context of complex flooding situation in northern cities and provinces following Typhoon Yagi.
PM calls for swift action in flood-hit Bac Giang provin෴ce
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged Bac Giang province's authorities to balance disaster recovery efforts with maintaining economic activity, especially in industrial zones, as the province is a key industrial hub in northern Vietnam.
Top leader extends symꦬpathies to people, soldiers affected by typhoon Yagi𓂃
Party General Secretary and President To Lam on September 9 extended his deep sympathies to people and soldiers who have been affected by typhoon Yagi that hit northern provinces and cities two days ago.
Floods, l🔜andslides cause human and prope𝓀rty losses in northern region
Heavy rains on July 29 and 30 have resulted in five casualties and heavy property losses in the northern region, reported the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
31,000 evacuated due to floods in Myanmar
About 31,000 people have been evacuated since the beginning of July due to floods affecting several parts of Myanmar, according to the country's Department of Disaster Management on July 10.
Indonesia: Over 4,000 people isolated due t🥀o floods, landslides
Floods and landslides following prolonged high-intensity rains on June 19 have been isolating over 4,000 residents in West Nias, North Sumatra, according to the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) of Indonesia.
PM extends sympath💙y to Brazilian President over 🌱flood damage
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 17 sent a message of sympathy to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva after learning that heavy rains have occurred in recent days, causing serious floods and huge losses of human and property in the state of Rio Grande do Sul.
Indonesia flood death toll rises to 41
The number of people killed by flash floods and cold lava flow from a volcano in western Indonesia over the weekend has risen to 41 with 17 more missing, West Sumatra disaster mitigation agency reported on May 13.