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DISASTERAug 27Man drives car into group of pedestrians in French city of Caen, killing oneFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Dozens of Australians missing in deadly flash floodstheleader.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 27Possible sex choking link to teen girl deathAuthorities are investigating a possible connection between a sex choking incident and the death of a teenage girl. This case involves a tragic loss of life and a sensitive investigative matter.dailyliberal.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 27Bangladesh offers full relief and rescue support to NepalBangladesh has offered comprehensive relief and rescue support to Nepal. This indicates a response to a situation in Nepal requiring humanitarian assistance.nigeriasun.com · Nigeria
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Dozens of Australians missing in deadly flash floodssouthcoastregister.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 27What we know about the environmental causes behind the Nepal landslideDeadly floods along the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday highlighted the near-impossible task of predicting sudden landslides and mudflows in the Himalayas. Experts say the terrain can turn a blocked river into a devastating torrent within minutes, while climate change may be increasing the risks of such disasters.France 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27At least 12 dead, 54 injured as wildfires ravage northeastern AlgeriaAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 27Construction worker documents moment he survives Nepal mudslideFootage filmed by a worker shows floodwaters sweeping into Mailung in Nepal, sending workers scrambling for safety.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Hong Kong issues red rainstorm warning as morning and whole-day classes suspendedHong Kong’s weather forecaster has downgraded the red rainstorm warning to amber, while education authorities announced that afternoon classes would proceed even though morning and whole-day schools were suspended. The Observatory earlier issued the red signal – the middle level in a three-tier system – at 5.05am, and soon after also issued a Special Landslip Advisory warning of potential landslides in Po Toi Island due to heavy rain. The forecaster downgraded the warning to amber at 9.20am, as...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 27ANA aircraft approached ground, descended without visual confirmation of runway; Japan Transport Safety Board issues reportThe Japan Transport Safety Board has issued a report concerning an ANA aircraft that approached the ground and descended without visual confirmation of the runway.Asahi Shimbun
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Wildfires in Algeria leave at least 12 deadLe Monde [en]
DISASTERAug 27All - out rescue efforts urgedUrgent calls have been made for comprehensive rescue efforts. This indicates a developing situation requiring widespread intervention and support.europe.chinadaily.com.cn · China
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Officials say 24 Canadians missing after flash floods in Nepal and Chinawellandtribune.ca · Canada
DISASTERAug 27Bangladesh offers full relief and rescue support to NepalBangladesh has offered comprehensive relief and rescue support to Nepal. This demonstrates international cooperation in response to a crisis in Nepal.jamaicantimes.com · Jamaica
DISASTERAug 27Bangladesh offers full relief and rescue support to NepalBangladesh has offered comprehensive relief and rescue support to Nepal, indicating international humanitarian assistance following a significant event. This highlights inter-country cooperation in crisis response.orlandoecho.com · United States
DISASTERAug 27Father paralyzed after diving into ocean to save two kidsA father reportedly became paralyzed after diving into the ocean to rescue two children, reporting on a personal tragedy involving an attempted rescue.wmur.com · United States
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Investigators sift for evidence at burned Montana home where 8 family members were killed at dinnerwral.com · United States
DISASTERAug 27They tried to rob her, threw her from the train and she lost a leg: Justice ordered that she be paid $200 million in compensationJustice considered that Ferrovías, the concessionary company, failed in its duty of care towards the passenger. During the trial, it was proven that the train was circulating with the doors open, a key circumstance for the victim to suffer the amputation.Clarín
DISASTERAug 27As Hong Kong faces more heatwaves, what must be done to make the city more resilient?Yung, an elderly Hong Kong resident, has spent hours hanging out at a neighbourhood shopping centre in Kwai Chung all summer. But he has not been going there to shop, instead taking refuge from the sweltering heat in the mall’s soothing air-conditioned arcade. The retiree, who lives in a 100 sq ft subdivided flat with his wife, is reluctant to use the air conditioner for long periods to avoid a hefty electricity bill, despite the hot and stuffy weather in recent weeks. “There have been more...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Live: At least 160 dead and 400 tourists missing in Nepal landslideFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 26Wildfires kill 12 in Algeria as severe heatwave sweeps North AfricaFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 26The impressive rescues and the escape of elephants after the catastrophe in NepalClarín
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 26The before and after of the flood in Nepal that left more than a hundred dead and almost a thousand missingClarín
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 26Special heavy rain warning issued for areas in Ishikawa, Toyama prefecturesJapan Today