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DISASTERSep 4More than a week after Nepal’s deadliest flood disaster in years, here’s what we know so farThe Hindu
DISASTERSep 4Climate change a common challenge, says government on Nepal Minister’s compensation demandExternal Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said developed countries responsible for emissions must “take the lead” and support developing nations through finance and technology transferThe Hindu
DISASTERSep 4NSCDC decries rising vandalism of infrastructure in AbujaThe Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has expressed concern over the rate at which Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) are vandalised and stolen in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The FCT Commandant, Dr Olusola Odumosu, expressed the concern on Friday at the closing of a two-day training on the doctrinal ownership of […] The post NSCDC decries rising vandalism of infrastructure in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 4Rescuers race to save10-year-old Algerian boy trapped in deep wellAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERSep 4Bride walks down the aisle despite waist-deep floodingA couple chose to get married in the middle of severe flooding in the Philippines.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERSep 4Dry spell leaves Chittoor farmers staring at crop loss64.5% rainfall deficit hits kharif crops; western mandals record over 78% shortfall, with groundwater, drinking water and fodder sources under strainThe Hindu
DISASTERSep 4Nigeria: Suspected oil thieves dead after inhaling fumesA Nigerian environmental group says that at least 37 people died trying to siphon crude oil off a ship illegally. Police acknowledged a fatal incident but gave fewer details, saying investigations continued.DW News [en]
DISASTERSep 4France announces €1 billion aid for farmers after climate-hit summerFrance has recorded its hottest summer on record this year as the country battled heatwaves, drought and massive wildfires. The extreme weather has continued into September, with France's national weather service placing five departments on orange alert for several days. Temperatures are expected to reach 40°C in some areas. France's agriculture minister also announced a plan to unlock over 1 billion euros in aid to the agriculture sector, which has been severely affected by the extreme weather.France 24 [en]
DISASTERSep 4Private travels bus goes up in flames in Anantapur district, passengers safeThe Peddavadugur police and fire services personnel rush to the spot and bring the flames under controlThe Hindu
DISASTERSep 4Super El Niño could have unexpected effect on UK winterAn El Niño is usually expected to herald a cold end to winter in the UK – but this year could be differentNew Scientist
DISASTERSep 4Farakka track subsidence forces cancellation of several trains to North BengalThe State Government has deployed extra buses to and from north Bengal to help commuters; subsidence has caused disruptions in signalling systems tooThe Hindu
DISASTERSep 4How two men were rescued from a flood - stricken Nepali power plantTwo individuals were successfully rescued from a power plant in Nepal that was affected by flooding. This describes a successful rescue operation following a natural disaster.krdo.com · United States
DISASTERSep 4'A rare moment of joy': Nepal tunnel rescues bring hope for more flood survivorsBBC World
DISASTERSep 4Himalayan hydropower buildout: Expert says risk management is keyFollowing devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet, Access Asia takes a closer look at the fragile state of the Himalayan mountains. Dr Arun Bhakta Shrestha, an expert on the environment and risk management in the Himalayas, explains why it's so difficult to detect glacier movements in advance and says that the tragedy could serve as an opportunity to improve the way nations develop infrastructure in the resource-rich region.France 24 [en]
DISASTERSep 4Three suspended for partial collapse of school roof in BagalkotAs many as eight children had suffered minor injuries in the incident, which occurred at the government school in Mugaloli Tanda area of ​​Bagalkot taluk on September 2.The Hindu
DISASTERSep 4Two Trapped Tunnel Workers Rescued In Nepal ‘Miracle’Both men were reported to be in stable condition in a Kathmandu hospital. The post Two Trapped Tunnel Workers Rescued In Nepal ‘Miracle’ appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
DISASTERSep 4France unveils €1 billion farm aid package after summer of drought and heatwavesAgriculture Minister Annie Genevard announced a package of measures, including compensation for climate-related crop losses, tax relief for hard-hit farms and a new €235 million fund to help producers prepare next year's crop.Le Monde [en]
DISASTERSep 4Nepal’s Floods Upset Its China-India Balancing ActTrade infrastructure was swept away. Nepal’s trade with China, which was already limited, will be further restricted after the August 26 floods.The Diplomat
DISASTERSep 4Nepal flood disaster puts climate justice under spotlightThe devastating Himalayan glacial floods have raised broader questions about who should bear the costs and responsibility for the impacts of climate-related disasters.DW News [en]
DISASTERSep 4Nepal floods: Two workers pulled alive from tunnel after nine daysNepal's emergency crews have pulled two workers out of a hydropower tunnel where they had been trapped for nine days. The rescue comes more than a week after flash flooding along the Nepal-Tibet border killed more than 1,200 people. Both men have injuries to their hands and legs and have been airlifted to a hospital in Kathmandu for treatment.France 24 [en]
DISASTERSep 4Munnar plantation worker narrowly escapes wild elephant attackThe Hindu
DISASTERSep 4Singapore air quality unhealthy as Indonesia fires worsenSingapore's air quality has become unhealthy due to worsening fires in Indonesia. This indicates an environmental and public health issue caused by regional fires.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
DISASTERSep 4Earthquake in the heart of coffee: to the fallen, fall moreEl terremoto en el Eje Cafetero golpea a un sector golpeado por precios y clima. La reconstrucción exige vivienda e infraestructura productiva rural. The post Terremoto en el corazón del café: al caído caerle appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
DISASTERSep 4Nubia Carolina Córdoba: leadership and humanity to rebuild ChocóEl terremoto del 10 de agosto golpeó fuertemente a varios departamentos del país, entre ellos el de Chocó, territorio donde se ubicó el epicentro, en San José del Palmar. La magnitud de esta tragedia no solo dejó viviendas colapsadas, edificaciones averiadas y pérdidas humanas, sino que profundizó la vulnerabilidad de muchas familias que históricamente han […] The post Nubia Carolina Córdoba: liderazgo y humanidad para reconstruir el Chocó appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía