Disaster
Hurricane melissa approaches eastern cuba
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Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, with winds up to 280 km/h, approaches eastern Cuba tonight, finding the region in extreme vulnerability due to blackouts, food shortages, and limited information. Residents report minimal preparations and rely more on social media than state media to track the storm. Flooding and heavy rains are expected in the eastern provinces.
Cause of Baswedan embankment collapse in Jati Padang
The Baswedan embankment in Jati Padang, South Jakarta, collapsed due to narrowing land around Kali Pulo, causing floods that damaged residents' homes and shops. The incident occurred on October 30, 2025, with water levels reaching 1.5 meters at the worst points. Residents hope local authorities will act quickly to prevent recurrence.
Sudan Appeals for Landslide Aid
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Sudan has appealed for international aid following a deadly landslide in the Marra Mountains that claimed over 1,000 lives. The disaster has exacerbated the country's humanitarian challenges amid ongoing conflicts.
Flood hits 35 neighborhoods in South Jakarta due to heavy rain
Flooding has struck 35 neighborhoods in South Jakarta with water levels of 30-70 centimeters due to heavy rainfall in DKI Jakarta and surrounding areas. The DKI Jakarta Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) has deployed personnel to monitor flooding conditions. The flood has also submerged one road.
Boat Accident in Niger Kills 27 People
At least 27 individuals died in a boat accident in Niger, according to recent reports. The incident involved a vessel carrying passengers across a river. Investigations are underway to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences.
Mitsukejima Island transforms after Noto Peninsula Earthquake with withered trees
Mitsukejima Island in Suzu, Ishikawa Prefecture, partially collapsed during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, leading to dramatic changes in its landscape. Once covered in dense greenery, the island now shows a sharp rise in withered trees since last summer. Researchers attribute this to the collapse of groundwater-retaining strata.