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DisasterAug 9Indian Navy joins search for three fishermen missing after boat mishaps in KeralaCoastal Police officials said that the Navy will first focus on the search for Gautam Krishna, who went missing after a fishing boat capsized off the Neendakara coastThe Hindu
DisasterAug 9Thai school shooter had watched violent online contentnortherndailyleader.com.au · Australia
DisasterAug 920 minutes of power , now an extraordinary event in HavanaReceiving only 20 minutes of power has become an extraordinary event in Havana, indicating a severe and ongoing electricity crisis. This highlights a critical infrastructure failure impacting daily life.phoenixherald.com · United States
DisasterAug 9Libreville grapples with water shortageGabon’s capital, Libreville, has been facing severe water shortages for several months, driven by low rainfall, ageing infrastructure and rising demand from a growing population. The government declared a state of emergency earlier this month and called in military engineers for help. But a water distribution plan for affected neighbourhoods has failed to ease the crisis, after private water distributors took advantage of the scheme. France 24 reports from Libreville. Indira Ayuk, Ismaël Obiang Nze and Giresse Ngaana report.France 24 [en]
DisasterAug 9熊本地震、観光に影　余震・自粛…　交通断たれた隣県「陸の孤島」Asahi Shimbun
DisasterBreakingAug 9Wildfires: British Columbia declares state of emergency, thousands forced to flee homesFrance 24 [en]
DisasterAug 9At least 12 taken to hospital after fire breaks out at Taikoo Shing flatA fire has broken out at a flat in a Hong Kong housing estate, resulting in 16 people feeling unwell from the effects of smoke and residents fleeing to the rooftop for safety. The blaze erupted at Begonia Mansion in Taikoo Shing’s Harbour View Gardens on Sunday afternoon, with smoke pouring from a flat. Police received multiple emergency calls at 2.50pm, with some reporting that the fire might have started from a malfunctioning air conditioner. Firefighters deployed a jet and a breathing...South China Morning Post
DisasterAug 9Trainer aircraft of private firm crashes near Baramati airstrip; no casualty reportedDuring the circuit and landing emergencies exercise, the aircraft could not be brought to a halt at the designated point while taxiing along the runwayThe Hindu
DisasterAug 9Indonesia: Mount Bromo wildfire grows, spurs park closureIndonesian authorities have closed a popular national park until further notice. Strong winds and rough terrain are making it difficult for firefighters to extinguish the blaze.DW News [en]
DisasterBreakingAug 9Flight cancellations, evacuations as China braces for Typhoon DolphinAl Jazeera [en]
DisasterBreakingAug 9Flights cancelled as China prepares for Typhoon DolphinThis article reports flight cancellations in China as the country prepares for Typhoon Dolphin. It indicates significant disruption due to an impending natural disaster.standard.net.au · Australia
DisasterAug 92024 Wayanad landslides: Study reveals the interplay of climate and geologyExtreme rainfall triggered the disaster, but geological weaknesses and valley formations determined its scale, movement and destructive impactThe Hindu
DisasterAug 9Australia: Jetstar, Qatar Airways planes almost collide on Sydney Airport tarmacA flight crew member was injured in a near-miss collision on the runway at Australia's Sydney Airport. An investigation has been launched to determine what caused the incident.DW News [en]
DisasterAug 9Two sisters killed after being hit by bike in ThiruvananthapuramThe sisters were reportedly on their way to a temple in Nagercoil when the accident occurredThe Hindu
DisasterAug 9Landslide in Nagano leaves nearly 400 people strandedLocal police in the central Japan prefecture of Nagano said Sunday that a temporary bridge had been set up to allow the 390 or so people temporarily stranded…Japan Today
DisasterAug 9Reactor at Fukui nuclear plant shuts down after generator alarmOne of the reactors at the Oi nuclear complex in central Japan shut itself down after an alarm went off indicating a problem with a power generator, its…Japan Today
DisasterAug 9Motorcyclist dead in crash on Cary road known for several crashes over the yearsA motorcyclist has died in a crash on a Cary road that has a history of multiple accidents. This highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the area.wral.com · United States
DisasterAug 9Plane near - miss probed as airport battles staff woesA near-miss incident involving an aircraft is under investigation, reportedly occurring while an airport is facing staffing challenges. This situation highlights potential safety concerns arising from operational difficulties.irrigator.com.au · Australia
DisasterAug 9Plane near - miss probed as airport battles staff woesA near-miss incident involving a plane is under investigation, occurring as the airport simultaneously grapples with staffing shortages. This highlights both aviation safety concerns and operational challenges at the airport.oberonreview.com.au · Australia
DisasterBreakingAug 9State of emergency declared as fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in sizeBBC World
DisasterAug 9 These are human fires , not wildfire : Dunwich reflects on the devastationDunwich reflects on the devastation caused by "human fires," distinguishing them from natural wildfires. This highlights the impact of fires attributed to human actions.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
DisasterAug 9Toronto : Four bushfires contained following Sunday ignition | Newcastle HeraldFour bushfires in Toronto have reportedly been contained after igniting on Sunday. This indicates successful management of a local environmental disaster.newcastleherald.com.au
DisasterAug 9Fire extinguished at Aramco refinery in JazanA fire at an Aramco refinery in Jazan has been successfully extinguished. This reports on the containment of an industrial incident.omanobserver.om · Oman
DisasterAug 9Flights cancelled as China prepares for Typhoon DolphinFlights have been cancelled in China as the country braces for the arrival of Typhoon Dolphin. This action aims to mitigate risks associated with the approaching severe weather event.yasstribune.com.au · Australia
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