Thousands protested in Valencia, Spain, criticizing regional authorities’ delayed response to recent floods that killed over 220 people and left nearly 80 missing. Demonstrators, demanding the resignation of regional leader Carlos Mazon, accused him of issuing flood alerts too late on October 29, after severe flooding had already begun.
Nepal Floods and Landslides
In Nepal, over 200 people have died following severe floods and landslides caused by continuous heavy rainfall. The disaster has affected Kathmandu and many districts across the country.
India: Kerala Wayanad landslides
Heavy rains triggered landslides in the Indian state of Kerala, causing hillsides to collapse and devastate surrounding areas, marking one of the state’s deadliest natural disasters. Reports indicate over 420 people have died, 397 were injured, and 118 remain missing, highlighting the scale of the tragedy and the urgent need for continued rescue and recovery efforts.
Brazilian Floods
In Brazil’s southernmost state, Rio Grande do Sul, extreme rainfall from April 24 to May 4, 2024, due to climate change, El Niño, and infrastructure issues, resulted in severe flooding. Over 420 mm of rain led to widespread damage, displacing 80,000 people, injuring over 150,000, and leaving 169 dead with 44 still missing as of late May. The flooding impacted more than 90% of the state, highlighting vulnerabilities in infrastructure under intensified climate conditions.
Papua New Guinea landslide
A landslide struck Mulitaka (Enga Province), Papua New Guinea, on May 24, 2024. By June 7, rescuers had recovered 12 bodies, with thousands more believed buried and presumed dead. Death toll estimates vary widely, with some sources suggesting around 160 fatalities. The disaster highlights the challenges in assessing casualties in remote and disaster-prone regions.
Kenya floods
In early May 2024, Kenya faced severe floods and heavy rainfall that claimed over 225 lives and injured around 160 people. The widespread flooding displaced more than 212,630 residents across the country, leading to significant humanitarian and infrastructural challenges. Villages near Mai Mahiu, located approximately 60 kilometers from Nairobi, were particularly hard-hit, with floods sweeping away sleeping residents.
Cyclone, Hurricane & Storms:
Names of Tropical Cyclones in Different Regions
Severe Cyclonic Storm Remal was a moderately strong tropical cyclone that impacted West Bengal, Bangladesh, Northeast India, and Myanmar. Despite its moderate intensity, it caused significant disruption, with over 84 reported fatalities in the affected regions.
Severe Tropical Storm Trami, locally called Kristine, was a large and deadly storm that struck the Philippines in October 2024, causing extensive damage, particularly in Luzon. It later affected Vietnam, Thailand, and China. The storm resulted in at least 176 fatalities across the impacted areas.
Hurricane Helene in late September 2024 was a catastrophic tropical cyclone, leaving 233 dead and 26 missing. Estimated damages exceed $87.9 billion (USD). The storm impacted a vast area including the Yucatán Peninsula, Cuba, and the Southeastern to Midwestern United States, notably affecting Florida, the Carolinas, Georgia, and reaching as far as Illinois and Ohio.
Typhoon Yagi, locally known as Severe Tropical Storm Enteng, struck Southeast Asia and South China in early September 2024. It caused widespread destruction across multiple regions, severely impacting the Philippines (especially Luzon), Hong Kong, Macau, South China (notably Hainan, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan), and Northern Vietnam. It also affected Laos, Thailand, and parts of Myanmar, particularly Mandalay and Shan, highlighting the extensive geographical impact and the storm’s intensity in the region. The disaster resulted in 844 fatalities and caused widespread devastation across these areas.
Disclaimer: The content of this blog post is based on data available up to November 10, 2024. For the latest weather updates and alerts, please consult official meteorological agencies and local authorities.
