Indonesia’s sea sand export plan threatens islands, coastal communities
The Trade Ministry recently issued two ministerial regulations that would allow sea sand exports, after they were previously banned for more than 20 years. Observers argue that…
Bangkok and 10 provinces face flood threat as dam increases water discharge
The areas to be affected are communities located outside the flood levees along the banks of the Chao Phraya River in Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Ayutthaya,…
Heavy monsoon warning for several districts in Nepal on Sept 26-29
In light of the potential risks, authorities have requested the public to take precautionary steps including travel restrictions like halting the night bus services in high-risk…
Crocodile farm owner in Thailand reveals ‘devastating decision’ to cull breeding stock
Heavy rains have caused significant damage to the earthen walls of the farm's wells, creating a dangerous situation for the crocodiles. Despite his best efforts to reinforce the…
Locals in Japan’s quake-hit Noto Peninsula exhausted from having to evacuate again after heavy rain
621 people had to take refuge at 37 evacuation centers in Wajima, Suzu and Noto in Ishikawa Prefecture. Most of the evacuees were also affected by the Jan. 1 Noto Peninsula…
Economic toll from flooding in Thailand estimated at US$7.4 billion
The flooding, exacerbated by the El Niño and La Niña weather patterns, has disrupted agriculture, fisheries, livestock, and business sectors across the affected regions.
Prolonged flooding continues to disrupt lives of thousands in Hanoi’s suburban district
More than ten days after the devastation caused by Typhoon Yagi and its aftermath, many low-lying communes in My Duc District in Hanoi, remain submerged, severely impacting the…
Flooding in Thailand’s Chiang Mai now under control, governor says
Local officials said that water management activities on the Ping River had proceeded smoothly and the floodwater was expected to recede by midnight today if there are no more…
Rescuers search for missing in Japan’s quake-hit Noto region after record-breaking rain
The heavy rain caused flooding above the floor level in nine temporary housing locations in Wajima and Suzu in the prefecture that house victims of the quake. The residents, who…
Hang Dong district in Thailand’s Chiang Mai province floods again
Chiang Mai governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has ordered district offices across the province to monitor the situation closely and undergo prevention measures, such as boosting…