Thai navy hunts for 31 missing sailors after warship sinks
The HTMS Sukhothai capsized late on Sunday night as it was patrolling the Gulf of Thailand, about 37km from Bang Saphan pier in Prachuap Khiri Khan, off the country’s…
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Number of flood victims soars to over 45,000 as Malaysia’s East Coast states hit hard
The number of evacuees rose slightly in Pahang, and decreased in Johor, while it remained unchanged in Perak.
Floods worsen in three Malaysian states
Severe-level continuous heavy rain is expected to occur in several areas in Kedah, Perak and Pahang during the same period.
Malaysia landslide: Rescuers use radar to locate victims, cops question campsite operator
The authorities said that the chances of finding more survivors were slim, given the lack of oxygen and the weight of mud pressing down on the site.
Batang Kali landslide: Incident caused by underground water, says Public Works Dept
Initial investigations indicated that there were two slope failures at the location, which happened within 20 to 30 minutes apart.
Batang Kali landslide: Bodies found in embrace a painful memory for rescue personnel
47-year-old Senior Fire Officer Shahari Shamsuddin said it was one of the most unforgettable experiences during his 23 years of service.
More residents flee after eruption of Mount Semeru
Officials have announced a state of emergency for the next two weeks and authorities have been distributing free masks to protect against ash in the air
Magnitude 6.1 quake hits West Java
The quake, felt in capital Jakarta, has no tsunami potential, an official said.
Villagers race to escape Semeru eruption as sky turns black
Locals fled on motorbikes sometimes three at a time as a mushroom cloud of ash approached and monsoon rains lashed the area in East Java.
Ten rescued after being trapped at waterfall in Batang Kali
When contacted, Selangor Fire and Rescue Department director Norazam Khamis said the victims were six children and four adults aged between six and 63.