Typhoon Usagi hits Philippines, tracking towards Taiwan

Typhoon Usagi hits Philippines, tracking towards Taiwan

Typhoon Usagi has swept through the north of the Philippines and is heading towards Taiwan. Authorities warned the storm could cause widespread flooding and landslides, with Usagi being the fifth typhoon in a month to hit the archipelago nation. Laura Westbrook reports.

November 15, 2024 16

World

China’s Shanghai braces for torrential rain as Typhoon Kong-rey advances

China's financial hub Shanghai is bracing for potentially the worst rains in more than 40 years as Typhoon Kong-rey. The powerful storm caused two deaths and 515 injuries in Taiwan, while more than 11,900 people were evacuated. Laura Westbrook reports.

November 1, 2024 15

South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal issues snowfall warnings

Disaster management teams in KwaZulu-Natal have been activated in response to forecasts of possible snowfall next week. Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi told residents to expect extremely cold temperatures on Monday and Tuesday, particularly in areas around the Drakensberg mountains. The department’s Senzelwe Mzila has more. This time around disaster teams will ensure that they put all the necessary measures in place to prevent a situation […]

September 26, 2024 32

World

Severe weather close football fan zones in Germany

Severe weather warnings have been issued for Northern Germany, dampening the mood of the European Championship football tournament - with tens of thousands of fans told to avoid gathering outside to watch several key games set to take place Tuesday.

June 18, 2024 69