Asia and the Pacific witnessed 119 disaster events in 2014, but effective cyclone early warning systems, together with enhanced preparedness, saved countless lives, says ESCAP.
World + 12 more
World + 12 more
Asia and the Pacific witnessed 119 disaster events in 2014, but effective cyclone early warning systems, together with enhanced preparedness, saved countless lives, says ESCAP.
Malaysia + 3 more
According to the Malaysian government, the floods have affected 400,000 people. A few thousand people remain displaced and many more continue to be accommodated by host families.
Philippines + 3 more
Jangmi affected about 486,900 people across seven regions in the Philippines. The death toll stands at 54 with 40 injured and 7 missing. In Malaysia, almost 45,100 people are displaced.
Sri Lanka + 5 more
Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand continue to experience flooding, while Tropical Storm Jangmi is affecting the central Philippines.
Indonesia + 4 more
Clean up operations continue on the oil spill in the Sundarbans. As of 22 Dec, four provinces continue to be affected by flooding in Thailand.The Government is providing assistance.
Mexico + 3 more
DESTACADOS: MÉXICO: Tormenta Tropical Ernesto dejó a más de 10,000 familias afectas a su paso por Veracruz. GUATEMALA: El huracán Ernesto afectó más de 250 personas en el departamento de Petén. COLOMBIA: Se registra incendios forestales en 113 municipios, repartidos en 16...