Canada announces additional $25 million for flood-hit people of Pakistan
The funds will help the Humanitarian Coalition deliver services like emergency food and nutrition assistance, as well as necessary water, sanitation, and health services.
Global Warming
Climate impacts heading to ‘uncharted territories of destruction’: UN chief
According to a report, by the end of the century, without aggressive climate action, global warming is estimated to reach 2.8C.
Authorities scramble to save Dadu city, Bhan Syedabad from flood threat
Manchhar Lake has been the main threat, compelling authorities to breach dykes and other structures to divert the flow of water towards less populated areas.
BMKG warns of thunderstorms, flooding in Indonesia over coming days
The alert status of several provinces was raised to level 2 in anticipation of floods and flash floods, until at least September 14.
Bangladesh to lose $570 million every year in future to climate change: World Bank report
According to the report, sub-districts in Bangladesh may experience yearly damages of at least $25 million.
Two die in rain-related incidents as Karachi receives light to heavy showers
The Met department also said moist currents were penetrating in upper and central parts of the country and were likely to persist during the next two to three days.
Malaysians getting ready for year-end deluge
“After the floods last December, the team has been continuously working to anticipate any instance of flooding”, chief coordinator of a relief and outreach program reassured.
Indonesia, Norway ink deal to reward rainforest protection
But environmental activists say the deal will not change the situation in Indonesia, with vast swathes of rainforest still being destroyed.
Climate tipping points threaten earth – study
Among others, the latest study argues that the planet may have already left a “safe” climate state when global temperatures had exceeded 1 degree Celsius warming.
Bangkok residents warned of flood risk as heavy rains to continue till Sept 12
If the roads are flooded, the city administration will reportedly provide vehicles and would coordinate with the Royal Thai Army to transport commuters.