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'Aghon' leaves Phl with P81-M agri damage

2024-05-31T14:04+0200tribuneonline (en)

Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) has left the Philippines with damages and losses to its agriculture sector estimated to be more than P81 million. According to the Department of Agriculture (DA), the total volume of crop loss due to the typhoon is 2,586 metric tons (MT), worth P81.84 million.

Typhoon Ewiniar causes heavy losses in Philippines

2024-05-31T07:41+0200kpl (en)

(KPL/VNA) Typhoon Ewiniar caused damage of more than 21 million PHP (368,430 USD) to the agriculture sector in the Philippines , the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) reported on May 30. Typhoon Ewiniar swept through the Philippines with heavy rains and strong winds that have killed eight people and injured eight others.

Les dommages aux infrastructures dus à Aghon dépassent 365 millions de pesos

2024-05-31T06:57+0200nouvelles-du-monde (fr)

Par: Zacarian Sarao – il y a 59 minutes. PHOTO DE DOSSIER : Un acacia vieux de plus de 100 ans devant la basilique mineure et la paroisse Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Taytay, Rizal, est tombé sur une voiture le 26 mai 2024, alors que la messe dominicale se déroulait à l’intérieur du église.

NDRRMC: Infrastructure damage due to Typhoon Aghon tops P365 million

2024-05-31T05:53+0200inquirer (en)

FILE PHOTO: A more than 100 years old Acacia tree in front of the Minor Basilica and Parish of St. John the Baptist in Taytay, Rizal, fell on a car on May 26, 2024, while Sunday Mass was being held inside the church. According to a statement from the parish, the tree gave way due to a combination of....

‘Aghon’ damage to agriculture pegged at P21 million

2024-05-30T23:15+0200inquirer (en)

TO SAFETY Rescuers from the Quezon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, along with members of the Philippine Air Force, arrive at Barangay Kanlurang Mayao in Lucena to help residents evacuate the flooded village on Sunday following the onslaught of Typhoon “Aghon.” PHOTO COURTESY OF QUEZON PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT.

DSWD distributes P3.6M to victims of Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-30T15:36+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said on Thursday that it has given more than P3.6 million to families who were affected by Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ). According to DSWD Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao, the department has distributed its assistance to five regions in Luzon and Visayas.

Thursday’s skies gradually clear to partly sunny. Portland warms to 71 High pressure will lead to at least 2 sunny days with dry weather through Friday. 24m agoRosemarie Stein

2024-05-30T15:13+0200oregonlive (en)

High pressure, slowly building across the region, will give Portland a partly sunny and dry day with temperatures warming to about 71 degrees, a handful of degrees warmer than Wednesday’s high of 66. The National Weather Service says this ridge should remain in place through Friday, but will break....

Le typhon Ewiniar provoque de lourdes pertes aux Philippines

2024-05-30T14:25+0200lecourrier (fr)

Le typhon Ewiniar a balayé les Philippines avec de fortes pluies et des vents violents qui ont tué huit personnes et en ont blessé huit autres. Elle a également touché 369 agriculteurs et pêcheurs et 292,9 hectares de terres agricoles dans la région de Calabarzon et endommagé 22 maisons dans la région des Visayas orientales.

Philippines, Japan - Tropical Cyclone EWINIAR, update (GDACS, NDRRMC, JTWC, NOAA-CPC) (ECHO Daily Flash of 30 May 2024)

2024-05-30T13:52+0200reliefWeb (en)

Tropical cyclone EWINIAR ("Aghon" in the Philippines ) is still moving north-east over the north-eastern Philippine Sea and on 30 May at 0.00 UTC, its centre was located over the sea approximately 520 km south-east of Kyushu Island, southern Japan , with maximum sustained winds of 93 km/h (tropical storm).

Typhoon Aghon leaves over P21-million damage to agriculture – NDRRMC

2024-05-30T06:54+0200inquirer (en)

This May 26, 2024, photo shows the flooded portion of Buendia Avenue in Pasay City due to continuous rain brought by then-Tropical Storm Aghon, which intensified into a typhoon category later. Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) left more than P21 million in agricultural damage, based on the May 30,....

3 fishers in Quezon missing after boat were swept due to Aghon

2024-05-30T04:52+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Three fisherfolk were still missing after their boat was swept by waves due to Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) in Quezon province’s Burdeos town a few days ago, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Thursday. MBCA Mike Denmark was reported missing after being....

Typhoon ‘Ewiniar’ on East of Taiwan has no effects on Thailand’s weather

2024-05-30T03:26+0200pattayamail (en)

The typhoon “ Ewiniar ” the east of Taiwan, China is expected to move to the east of Japan during 30–31 May. The moderated southwest monsoon prevails across the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf. Meanwhile the low-pressure cell covers upper Vietnam and the Gulf of Tonkin with thundershowers over the country.

'Aghon' exits PAR, rainy season begins — PAGASA

2024-05-29T21:57+0200tribuneonline (en)

Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) has already left the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), according to the weather bureau PAGASA on Wednesday. As of 4:00 p.m., its center was estimated at 1,225 km east-northeast of Extreme Northern Luzon, moving northeastward at a 35-kilometer per hour (km/h) pace.

Texas Storm Leaves Thousands of Homes Without Power: Weather Watch

2024-05-29T17:34+0200claimsjournal (en)

More than half a million electricity consumers are still without power in Texas and over one thousand flights were canceled after powerful storms charged along the Rio Grande late Tuesday. Across parts of Texas, and mostly in the east, 500,789 customers reportedly had outages at 4:45 am EDT, according to PowerOutage.

Asia and the Pacific: Weekly Regional Humanitarian Snapshot (21 - 27 May 2024)

2024-05-29T16:05+0200unocha (en)

BANGLADESH. Following the landfall of Cyclone Remal, with an average windspeed of 130 km/hr, in the Shatkhira district of Bangladesh on 27 May, it has been identified as the most severe cyclone to impact Bangladesh in recent years. The storm surge, combined with extremely heavy rainfall, caused....

Multiple red, yellow alerts declared over Luzon grid

2024-05-29T14:38+0200bworldcom (en)

THE National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) placed the Luzon grid under red and yellow alerts on Wednesday, while a yellow alert was also raised for the Visayas grid. The NGCP declared red alerts over Luzon between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and 10 p.m., according to its advisory. Yellow alerts were also declared between 12 p.

Typhoon Aghon leaves PAR

2024-05-29T13:43+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ), the country’s first tropical cyclone for 2024, left the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) at 12 pm on Wednesday, May 29. As of 4 pm, Aghon was already 1,225 kilometers east northeast of extreme Northern Luzon, moving northeast at 35 kilometers per hour (km/h).

Typhoon Aghon exits PAR but rainshower may still persist

2024-05-29T12:48+0200inquirer (en)

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration says that Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) left the Philippine area of responsibility on Wednesday afternoon. (Photo courtesy of Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar) left....

PAGASA declares start of Philippines’ 2024 rainy season

2024-05-29T12:34+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – The weather bureau announced the start of the Philippines’ rainy season on Wednesday, May 29. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the following brought significant rain to the western parts of Luzon and the Visayas in....

Some flights canceled on May 29 due to bad weather

2024-05-29T12:32+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Some flights were canceled on Wednesday due to unfavorable weather conditions, the Manila International Airport Authority said. Below is the list of canceled flights as of 5 p.m. on May 29: Philippine Airlines (PR) READ: Red lightning alert prompts NAIA flights, ground ops....

Philippines, Japan - Tropical storm EWINIAR, update (GDACS, PAGASA, JTWC, DSWD DROMIC) (ECHO Daily Flash of 29 May 2024)

2024-05-29T12:20+0200reliefWeb (en)

Tropical cyclone EWINIAR ("Aghon" in the Philippines ) continued northeastward over the northern Philippine Sea, east of the Ryukyu Islands, southern Japan on 28 May, with maximum sustained winds of 139 km/h. On 29 May at 6.00 UTC, EWINIAR's centre was located over the sea approximately 600 km south....

Rainy season starts in Philippines after 'cruel summer'

2024-05-29T11:51+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines After a scorching dry season, state weather bureau PAGASA on Wednesday declared the start of the rainy season in the Philippines. In a statement, PAGASA said the recent scattered rain showers, frequent thunderstorms, Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ), and the southwest....

Death toll due to 'Aghon' rises to seven

2024-05-29T11:35+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines The death toll from Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) that battered the Philippines over the weekend has risen to seven, official figures showed Wednesday. The first tropical cyclone to hit the country this year made landfall on the central island of Samar late Friday....

Over 51,000 affected as ‘Aghon’ nears exit

2024-05-29T10:36+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines More than 51,000 people were affected by Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ), which hit the Philippines over the weekend, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said on Wednesday. The first cyclone to enter the country this year impacted over....

Philippines : violente tempête tropicale Eiwiniar se dirigeant vers le nord-est sur la baie de Lamon le 26 mai / mise à jour 3

2024-05-29T10:11+0200nouvelles-du-monde (fr)

Philippines : violente tempête tropicale Eiwiniar se dirigeant vers le nord-est sur la baie de Lamon le 26 mai / mise à jour 3 La violente tempête tropicale Ewiniar (connue localement aux Philippines sous le nom d’Aghon) se dirige vers le nord-est sur la baie de Lamon, au large de la côte est de la....

Asia and the Pacific: Weekly Regional Humanitarian Snapshot (21 - 27 May 2024)

2024-05-29T08:49+0200reliefWeb (en)

BANGLADESH. Following the landfall of Cyclone Remal, with an average windspeed of 130 km/hr, in the Shatkhira district of Bangladesh on 27 May, it has been identified as the most severe cyclone to impact Bangladesh in recent years. The storm surge, combined with extremely heavy rainfall, caused....

Duterte rally in Tacloban canceled due scheduling conflict — solon

2024-05-29T08:03+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Besides the inclement weather, former President Rodrigo Duterte’s planned prayer rally in Tacloban was also not scheduled properly, according to TINGOG Partylist Rep. Jude Acidre on Wednesday. Duterte was scheduled to have a rally in Tacloban, but it was canceled due to the effects of Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ).

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-29T06:49+0200apanews-en (en)

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday.

Car owners told to check stray animals seeking shelter in vehicles ahead of rainy season

2024-05-29T06:26+0200philstar (en)

A cat above a vehicle's front tire in this photo posted by the Philippine Animal Welfare Society on Facebook on May 27, 2024 (pawsphilippines/Facebook) A non-profit animal organization reminded car owners to check their vehicles if there are any stray animals seeking shelter as the rainy season approaches.

Number of Aghon-affected persons rises to over 51,000, says NDRRMC

2024-05-29T04:54+0200inquirer (en)

SAVING LIVES Rescue teams from the Quezon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office and the city government of Lucena, along with personnel of the Philippine Air Force, seek out residents of Barangay Kanlurang Mayao in Lucena after widespread flooding hit the city on Sunday as Typhoon Aghon battered Southern Luzon.

‘Aghon’ no longer a threat, to leave PAR Wednesday

2024-05-29T02:57+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) is no longer a threat and is expected to leave the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Wednesday, PAGASA said. Aghon, the first cyclone of the year, was last spotted 870 kilometers east northeast of extreme Northern Luzon, with....

Typhoon Aghon accelerates on way out; southwesterly windflow affects parts of PH

2024-05-29T02:20+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) accelerated further early Wednesday, May 29, ahead of its exit from the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). In its 5 am bulletin on Wednesday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Aghon was....

Typhoon Aghon to leave PAR on Wednesday — Pagasa

2024-05-29T01:28+0200inquirer (en)

“It is possible for Aghon to exit PAR within this morning or later at noon based on our forecast track,” Pagasa weather specialist Obet Badrina. | Satellite image from Pagasa. MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) may leave the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) by....

Aghon death toll at 7; Marcos says 6 regions hardest hit

2024-05-28T23:44+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines The death toll from Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) rose to seven as four more fatalities were reported by the police and local governments in Quezon and Misamis Oriental provinces on Tuesday. The national disaster response agency, however, has so far confirmed only....

Filippine, tifone si abbatte sulla costa Est: almeno sette vittime

2024-05-28T18:27+0200lapresse-it-italian (it)

Un tifone si è abbattuto sulle Filippine causando almeno sette morti e costringendo alla chiusura di diversi porti, con migliaia di passeggeri che sono rimasti bloccati. Il tifone Ewiniar , che ha risparmiato la capitale Manila , si è avvicinato alla costa orientale del Paese nella tarda serata di....

Taiwan News Quick Take 2024-05-29 CRIMEWoman sentenced over fireA Kaohsiung woman has been sentenced to 30 days in prison, commutable to a fine, for offenses against public safety stemming from a kitchen fire after her pet cat turned on an induction stove.

2024-05-28T18:07+0200taipeitimes (en)

CRIME. Woman sentenced over fire. A Kaohsiung woman has been sentenced to 30 days in prison, commutable to a fine, for offenses against public safety stemming from a kitchen fire after her pet cat turned on an induction stove. The 24-year-old defendant, surnamed Chen (陳), and her 27-year-old....

Texas Braces for Violent Weather in Wake of Recent Deadly Storms

2024-05-28T16:59+0200claimsjournal (en)

Nearly 11 million people in the heart of Texas, including Austin, Fort Worth and Dallas, face an enhanced threat of severe thunderstorms on Tuesday, the US Storm Prediction Center said. The systems bring the “potential for significant damaging wind and area of very large hail,” according to forecasters Andy Dean and Andrew Moore.

Filippine, tifone si abbatte sulla costa Est: almeno sette vittime

2024-05-28T16:58+0200ilSole24ore (it)

(LaPresse) Un tifone si è abbattuto sulle Filippine causando almeno sette morti e costringendo alla chiusura di diversi porti, con migliaia di passeggeri che sono rimasti bloccati. Il tifone Ewiniar , che ha risparmiato la capitale Manila, si è avvicinato alla costa orientale del Paese nella tarda....

Tifone si abbatte sulla costa Est delle Filippine: almeno sette vittime

2024-05-28T16:54+0200zazoom-it (it)

(Di martedì 28 maggio 2024) Un Tifone si è abbattuto sulle Filippine causando almeno sette morti e costringendo alla chiusura di diversi porti, con migliaia di passeggeri che sono rimasti bloccati. Il Tifone Ewiniar , che ha risparmiato la capitale Manila, si è avvicinato alla costa orientale del....

Typhoon leaves at least 7 people dead and thousands displaced in Philippines

2024-05-28T16:00+0200naharnet-ar (en)

A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines , leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday. Typhoon Ewiniar crept by the country's eastern coast late Friday....

Crop damage from Aghon at P11 million so far, DA says

2024-05-28T14:55+0200bworldcom (en)

AGRICULTURAL damage caused by Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) was initially estimated at P11.83 million, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). “In the coming days, we can expect that to increase… Bicol Region and Eastern Visayas have not yet reported,” Agriculture Assistant Secretary and Spokesman Arnel V.

Capital FM » First typhoon of year not expected to affect China – China Daily

2024-05-28T14:39+0200kenyamoja (en)

The first typhoon of the year in the northwest Pacific Ocean is expected to continue intensifying but will not have a direct impact on China’s weather, a meteorological expert said on Monday. Tropical Cyclone Ewiniar strengthened from a tropical storm on Sunday morning to a typhoon over Philippine....

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T14:06+0200arabtimes (en)

In this handout photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, members of the Coast Guard Station Southern Quezon rescue residents from their flooded homes in Lucena, Quezon province, Philippines on May 26. (AP) MANILA, Philippines, May 28, (AP): A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines,....

Philippines - Tropical cyclone EWINIAR, update (GDACS, NDRRMC, JTWC, PAGASA) (ECHO Daily Flash of 28 May 2024)

2024-05-28T13:56+0200reliefWeb (en)

Tropical cyclone EWINIAR, "Aghon" in the Philippines , continued northeastward over the Philippine Sea on 27 May, with maximum sustained winds up to 176 km/h. On 28 May at 0.00 UTC its centre was located over the sea approximately 275 km east of the far northern Luzon, with maximum sustained winds of 139 km/h.

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T13:49+0200expressindia (en)

A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines , leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday. Typhoon Ewiniar crept by the country's eastern coast late Friday....

First typhoon of year not expected to affect China – China Daily

2024-05-28T13:45+0200capitalfm (en)

The first typhoon of the year in the northwest Pacific Ocean is expected to continue intensifying but will not have a direct impact on China’s weather, a meteorological expert said on Monday. Tropical Cyclone Ewiniar strengthened from a tropical storm on Sunday morning to a typhoon over Philippine....

Le typhon Ewiniar frappe les Philippines, tuant au moins trois personnes

2024-05-28T13:44+0200lecourrier (fr)

S'adressant aux médias, le colonel de police Jen Fajardo a déclaré que les victimes étaient toutes originaires de la province de Quezon, au Sud-Est de Manille. Selon un rapport de police, le nourrisson est mort noyé après avoir été emporté par des eaux déchaînées, tandis qu'un homme et un garçon de....

Aghon fails to raise water level of Magat Dam in Isabela

2024-05-28T13:09+0200inquirer (en)

RAMON, Isabela Despite spawning rains, Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) failed to raise the water level at Magat Dam, situated between General Aguinaldo village here and Alfonso Lista town in nearby Ifugao province. Gileu Michael Dimoloy, department manager of the National Irrigation....

au moins 7 morts et des milliers de déplacés suite au typhon Ewiniar

2024-05-28T13:08+0200nouvelles-du-monde (fr)

2024-05-28 14:00:42 MANILLE . Un typhon s’est finalement éloigné des Philippines , faisant au moins sept morts – principalement à cause d’inondations et de chutes d’arbres – obligeant la fermeture de plusieurs ports et laissant des milliers de passagers bloqués, ont annoncé mardi les autorités.

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T12:15+0200channelnewsasia (en)

MANILA, Philippines : A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said on Tuesday (May 28).

Typhoon Ewiniar Leaves Trail of Destruction, Stranding Thousands

2024-05-28T11:56+0200devdiscourse (en)

Typhoon Ewiniar has moved away from the Philippines , causing at least seven deaths, major flooding, and severe wind damage. The storm compelled the closure of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers. The typhoon left many areas inundated and led to significant power outages, affecting over 26,700 people.

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:49+0200whig (en)

A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines , leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees. Typhoon Ewiniar also forced the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday. The < typhoon crept by the country’s eastern....

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:45+0200ABCnews (en)

MANILA, Philippines -- A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday.

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:44+0200thespec (en)

In this handout photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, members of the Coast Guard Station Southern Quezon rescue residents from their flooded homes in Lucena, Quezon province, Philippines on Sunday, May 26, 2024. Typhoon Ewiniar , locally known as Aghon, on Tuesday hit the Philippines, blowing....

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:44+0200bostonglobe (en)

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday.

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:40+0200independent-UK (en)

A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines , leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday. Typhoon Ewiniar crept by the country's eastern coast late Friday....

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:34+0200apnews (en)

1 of 3 In this handout photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, members of the Coast Guard Station Southern Quezon rescue residents from their flooded homes in Lucena, Quezon province, Philippines on Sunday, May 26, 2024. Typhoon Ewiniar , locally known as Aghon, on Tuesday hit the Philippines,....

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:31+0200startribune (en)

MANILA, Philippines — A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday.

Typhoon leaves at least seven people dead and thousands displaced in the Philippines

2024-05-28T11:31+0200sandiegouniontribune (en)

MANILA, Philippines — A typhoon has finally moved away from the Philippines, leaving at least seven people dead, mostly due to floods or toppled trees, and forcing the closures of several seaports, stranding thousands of passengers, officials said Tuesday.

PCG says all ports cleared of stranded travelers due to Tyhoon Aghon

2024-05-28T10:34+0200inquirer (en)

This Sunday, May 26, 2024, photo shows the flooded portion of Buendia Avenue in Pasay City due to continuous rain brought by Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ). The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said all ports nationwide are back to normal operations by Tuesday noon (May 28, 2024) as they are cleared of stranded travelers due to Aghon.

Cyclone Remal Tears Through Bangladesh, Killing at Least 13

2024-05-28T09:27+0200nytimes (en)

At least 13 people were killed and millions were left without power in Bangladesh after Cyclone Remal, the first tropical storm of the season, hit the country and neighboring eastern India on Sunday. Remal, which had measured winds of over 70 miles per hour, left a trail of destruction, uprooting....

Southern reservoirs boosted by rain front 2024-05-28 The catchment area of southern Taiwan’s Zengwen Reservoir (曾文水庫) saw the most single-day rainfall in 260 days on Tuesday, helping to ease concerns of a water shortage.As of noon, a plum rain front had brought 125mm of rain to rivers upstream of....

2024-05-28T09:16+0200taipeitimes (en)

The catchment area of southern Taiwan’s Zengwen Reservoir (曾文水庫) saw the most single-day rainfall in 260 days on Tuesday, helping to ease concerns of a water shortage. As of noon, a plum rain front had brought 125mm of rain to rivers upstream of the reservoir that spans Chiayi County and Tainan, the....

First typhoon of year not expected to affect China

2024-05-28T08:10+0200ecns (en)

The first typhoon of the year in the northwest Pacific Ocean is expected to continue intensifying but will not have a direct impact on China's weather, a meteorological expert said on Monday. Tropical Cyclone Ewiniar strengthened from a tropical storm on Sunday morning to a typhoon over Philippine....

Philippines: Flash Update #2 – Tropical Cyclone EWINIAR (AGHON), Philippines – 27 May 2024

2024-05-28T07:42+0200humanitarianresponse (en)

Attachments OVERVIEW: Tropical Depression AGHON has intensified into a Typhoon with international name EWINIAR, and equivalent to Category 2 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale ( ). According to PAGASA Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 27, the center of the eye of Typhoon EWINIAR was estimated based at 155 km East of Casiguran, Aurora (16.

Typhoon Aghon speeds up over Philippine Sea

2024-05-28T07:37+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) accelerated away from Luzon on Tuesday morning, May 28, heading northeast at 20 kilometers per hour from the previous 15 km/h. It was already 455 kilometers east of Aparri, Cagayan, as of 10 am on Tuesday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and....

Philippines: Typhoon Ewiniar Hits Quezon With Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain 2

2024-05-28T06:31+0200eastoregonian (en)

Typhoon Ewiniar , locally known as Aghon hit Philippines on Sunday, May 26 bringing heavy rain and strong damaging winds to Province of Quezon, southeast of Manila. At least three people, including a seven-month old baby, were killed , according to reports. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “Karl Emerson Aninipot Callejo via Spectee”.

Philippines: Typhoon Ewiniar Hits Quezon With Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain 2

2024-05-28T06:19+0200messenger-inquirer (en)

Typhoon Ewiniar , locally known as Aghon hit Philippines on Sunday, May 26 bringing heavy rain and strong damaging winds to Province of Quezon, southeast of Manila. At least three people, including a seven-month old baby, were killed , according to reports. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “Karl Emerson Aninipot Callejo via Spectee”.

Philippines: Typhoon Ewiniar Hits Quezon With Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain 2

2024-05-28T06:06+0200guampdn (en)

Typhoon Ewiniar , locally known as Aghon hit Philippines on Sunday, May 26 bringing heavy rain and strong damaging winds to Province of Quezon, southeast of Manila. At least three people, including a seven-month old baby, were killed , according to reports. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “Karl Emerson Aninipot Callejo via Spectee”.

6 'dead' due to Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-28T06:06+0200sunstar (en)

SIX individuals were reported dead due to the onslaught of Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ), Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) spokesperson Edgar Posadas said Tuesday, May 28, 2024. In a television interview, Posadas said of the six reported fatalities, one was confirmed -- a 14-year-old female who was hit....

OCD: Report of another death due to Aghon raises total to 6

2024-05-28T05:50+0200inquirer (en)

SAVING LIVES Rescue teams from the Quezon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office and the city government of Lucena, along with personnel of the Philippine Air Force, seek out residents of Barangay Kanlurang Mayao in Lucena after widespread flooding hit the city on Sunday as Typhoon....

Philippine authorities say Typhoon Aghon leaves at least 7 dead

2024-05-28T05:42+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Philippine authorities said at least seven people had been killed by Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ), which hit the country on the weekend, and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Tuesday, May 28, that search and rescue efforts would continue.

Guam, CNMI under no threat from Typhoon Ewiniar

2024-05-28T05:04+0200guampdn (en)

Guam and Northern Marianas can expect sunny skies and fair weather for the next few days, with Typhoon Ewiniar posing no threat to the region, according to the National Weather Service. Ewiniar, formerly Invest 93W, was northeast of Manila Tuesday and moving north-northeast at 8 miles per hour.

Pagasa lifts cyclone wind signals as Aghon moves away

2024-05-28T04:47+0200sunstar (en)

THE Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) lifted on Tuesday morning, May 28, 2024, all tropical cyclone wind signals as Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) slightly weakened while moving away from Luzon. In its 5 a.m.

Philippines: Flash Update #2 – Tropical Cyclone EWINIAR (AGHON), Philippines – 27 May 2024

2024-05-28T03:54+0200reliefWeb (en)

Attachments OVERVIEW: Tropical Depression AGHON has intensified into a Typhoon with international name EWINIAR, and equivalent to Category 2 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale ( ). According to PAGASA Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 27, the center of the eye of Typhoon EWINIAR was estimated based at 155 km East of Casiguran, Aurora (16.

First typhoon of year not expected to affect China

2024-05-28T03:53+0200chinadaily (en)

Vehicles splash their way along a flooded road following a rainstorm in Jinhua, Zhejiang province, on Monday. HU XIAOFEI/FOR CHINA DAILY. The first typhoon of the year in the northwest Pacific Ocean is expected to continue intensifying but will not have a direct impact on China's weather, a meteorological expert said on Monday.

Typhoon Ewiniar kills six in the Philippines

2024-05-28T03:51+0200cgtn (en)

Six people were killed in the Philippines after Typhoon Ewiniar , locally known as Aghon, hit the country, local media reported on Tuesday, citing a spokesperson for the Office of Civil Defense.

1 dead, over 36,000 affected due to 'Aghon' — NDRRMC

2024-05-28T03:35+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Tuesday reported that Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) has left one person dead and more than 36,000 affected. The NDRRMC said in its latest report that a 14-year-old female from Misamis Oriental was killed after a tree was toppled by Aghon's strong winds.

NDRRMC: Over 22,000 people remain displaced, 8 hurt due to Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-28T03:11+0200inquirer (en)

SAVING LIVES Rescue teams from the Quezon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office and the city government of Lucena, along with personnel of the Philippine Air Force, seek out residents of Barangay Kanlurang Mayao in Lucena after widespread flooding hit the city on Sunday as Typhoon “Aghon” battered southern Luzon.

LIST: Canceled flights due to bad weather on Tuesday

2024-05-28T03:06+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Local flights have been canceled on Tuesday due to inclement weather, said the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA). According to the MIAA, flights have been canceled “due to unfavorable weather conditions at destination.” DG 6031/6032: Manila San Jose Manila; DG 6113/6114: Manila Naga Manila; DG 6118: Naga Manila.

'Aghon' weakens, PAGASA lifts wind signals

2024-05-28T03:01+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines PAGASA lifted wind signals on Tuesday morning as Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) weakened and continued to move away from the country. Aghon, which dumped heavy rain and forced over 20,000 people to flee their homes, was last spotted 315 kilometers east of Tuguegarao City in Cagayan.

Marcos reports: 26,726 locals affected by Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-28T02:51+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday broke the typical departure ceremony format and delivered a status report on the current damage that Aghon (international name, Ewiniar ) has caused, as well as the government’s response. According to the President, 26,726 persons have....

Typhoon Aghon slightly weakens; no more areas under wind signals

2024-05-28T02:42+0200rappler (en)

As of early Tuesday, May 28, Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) is 315 kilometers east of Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, still moving away. MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon (Ewiniar) slightly weakened while continuing to move away from Luzon early Tuesday, May 28.

Pagasa lifts Signal No.1 as Typhoon Aghon moves away from PH

2024-05-28T01:36+0200inquirer (en)

As Typhoon Aghon continues to move away from the country, no areas are under tropical cyclone wind signals says Pagasa on Tuesday, May 28. | Pagasa satellite. MANILA, Philippines Tropical cyclone wind signals were lifted across the country on Tuesday morning, as Typhoon Aghon (international name:....

Pagasa: Despite heavy rains, not yet wet season

2024-05-27T23:48+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines As the Philippines braces for possible heavy rainfall from the anticipated La Niña weather phenomenon, weather experts are monitoring the current transition period from El Niño amid the first storm to hit the country this year. Weather specialist Joey Figuracion of the Philippine....

Angat Dam’s low level won’t affect Bulacan farms

2024-05-27T22:33+0200inquirer (en)

MORE WATER PLEASE Angat Dam in Norzagaray, Bulacan, shown in this photo taken in April, supplies the needs of irrigated rice fields in Bulacan and Pampanga and about 97 percent of Metro Manila’s water consumers. Its level on May 27 remains below normal despite rains dumped by Typhoon “Aghon” over the weekend.

Le typhon Aghon s’éloigne des terres mais renforce le vent du sud-ouest

2024-05-27T21:43+0200nouvelles-du-monde (fr)

Le typhon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) est désormais « moins susceptible d’apporter directement une quantité importante de précipitations », mais le vent du sud-ouest renforcé par Aghon déclenchera des pluies modérées à fortes le lundi 27 mai et le mardi 28 mai. MANILLE, Philippines – Le typhon Aghon (Ewiniar)....

Energy dep’t warns Luzon grid may experience red alerts until next week

2024-05-27T18:52+0200bworldcom (en)

By Sheldeen Joy Talavera, Reporter. THE LUZON GRID could face red alerts until next week if the power plants that experienced forced outage or derated capacities fail to resume operations, the Department of Energy (DoE) said on Monday. “If the situation does not improve, if the plants that went....

WEEKLY DISASTER UPDATE 20 – 26 May 2024

2024-05-27T18:32+0200ahacentre (en)

REGIONAL SUMMARY: For the twenty-first week of 2024, the ASEAN region experienced 36 disasters, including floods, landslides, storms, and wind-related disasters. Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines , Thailand, and Viet Nam were reportedly affected by these disasters.

Typhoon Aghon leaves 3 dead in Quezon

2024-05-27T18:09+0200philstar (en)

LUCENA CITY, Philippines Three persons, including an infant, were reported to have died during the onslaught of Typhoon Aghon in Quezon province. The Quezon police provincial office or PRO 4-A yesterday said two men died when an acacia and a buli (palm) tree fell on their houses while they were asleep in San Antonio town and Lucena, respectively.

PAGASA warns of rain from southwesterly windflow; Aghon still moving away

2024-05-27T18:04+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) is moving further away from Luzon, but the southwesterly windflow will affect Western Visayas as well as the western portions of Central Luzon and Southern Luzon. In an advisory issued at 11 pm on Monday, May 27, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical,....

ASEAN Weekly Disaster Update Week 21 | 20 – 26 May 2024

2024-05-27T15:58+0200reliefWeb (en)

REGIONAL SUMMARY: For the twenty-first week of 2024, the ASEAN region experienced 36 disasters, including floods, landslides, storms, and wind-related disasters. Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines , Thailand, and Viet Nam were reportedly affected by these disasters.

PAGASA says Aghon will intensify as it exits PHL Wednesday

2024-05-27T15:38+0200bworldcom (en)

By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter. THE STATE weather bureau said on Monday that typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) is expected to further intensify and may leave the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Wednesday. In its 5 p.m. bulletin on Monday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical....

5 people reported dead due to Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-27T14:40+0200inquirer (en)

This May 26, 2024 photo shows the flooded portion of Buendia Avenue in Pasay City due to continuous rain brought by Typhoon Aghon. (INQUIRER / RICHARD A. REYES) MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) has left five people dead, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Monday.

3 dead as typhoon hits Philippines

2024-05-27T14:25+0200dtnext (en)

MANILA: Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed in typhoon Ewiniar that destroyed homes and caused flooding in the Philippines , a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said on Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all from Quezon province, southeast of Manila.

Typhoon Aghon kills 5 persons, says OCD

2024-05-27T13:33+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Five people were reported dead due to Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ), the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Monday. Of these fatalities, OCD said four were from Calabarzon and the other one was from Northern Mindanao.

Philippines - Tropical storm EWINIAR (GDACS, ADINET, JTWC) (ECHO Daily Flash of 27 May 2024)

2024-05-27T13:33+0200reliefWeb (en)

A new tropical cyclone named EWINIAR ("Aghon" in the Philippines ) formed over the southern Philippine Sea on 24 May and started moving north-west toward central Philippines. It passed over Visayas Islands and southern Luzon Island on 25-26 May as a tropical cyclone. On 27 May at 0.

Signal No. 2 lifted as Typhoon Aghon continues to move away from land

2024-05-27T13:31+0200rappler (en)

Several areas remain under Signal No. 1 due to Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) as of 5 pm on Monday, May 27. MANILA, Philippines – There were no more areas under Signal No. 2 due to Typhoon Aghon (Ewiniar) on Monday afternoon, May 27, as the tropical cyclone continued to move away from Philippine landmass.

Torrential rain forecast for southwestern Japan

2024-05-27T13:26+0200uniindia (en)

Tokyo, May 27 (UNI) Japan 's weather agency warned of torrential downpours in some parts of the southwestern prefectures of Kagoshima and Miyazaki from Monday night through Tuesday, calling for caution as the rows of clouds may suddenly increase the risk of disasters.

Three people dead as typhoon hits Philippines

2024-05-27T12:54+0200english-news-cn (en)

MANILA, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed in typhoon Ewiniar that destroyed homes and caused flooding in the Philippines , a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all from Quezon province, southeast of Manila.

Three people dead as typhoon hits Philippines

2024-05-27T12:49+0200xinhuanet-english (en)

MANILA, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed in typhoon Ewiniar that destroyed homes and caused flooding in the Philippines , a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all from Quezon province, southeast of Manila.

Torrential rain forecast for southwestern Japan

2024-05-27T12:41+0200english-news-cn (en)

TOKYO, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Japan 's weather agency warned of torrential downpours in some parts of the southwestern prefectures of Kagoshima and Miyazaki from Monday night through Tuesday, calling for caution as the rows of clouds may suddenly increase the risk of disasters.

Torrential rain forecast for southwestern Japan

2024-05-27T12:40+0200xinhuanet-english (en)

TOKYO, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Japan 's weather agency warned of torrential downpours in some parts of the southwestern prefectures of Kagoshima and Miyazaki from Monday night through Tuesday, calling for caution as the rows of clouds may suddenly increase the risk of disasters.

Typhoon kills 3 in Philippines, is headed to Japan

2024-05-27T12:39+0200BangkokPost (en)

The first typhoon to enter the Philippines this year killed at least three people in the Southeast Asian nation, further gaining strength as it heads to Japan . A seven-month-old baby and two others died Sunday after they were hit by falling trees in Quezon, a province near the capital, the Philippine Daily Inquirer reported.

Three people dead as typhoon hits Philippines

2024-05-27T12:36+0200thesundaily (en)

MANILA : Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed when typhoon Ewiniar hit the Philippines destroying homes and causing flooding, a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all from Quezon province, southeast of Manila.

Hospitals in typhoon-hit areas on 'code white' - DOH

2024-05-27T12:24+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines The Department of Health(DOH) on Monday afternoon said has activated “Code White” in areas affected by Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ). DOH Assistant Secratry Albert Domingo said at the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon public briefing that this means that hospital services /....

Typhoon kills 3 in Philippines, gains strength as it heads towards Japan

2024-05-27T12:21+0200straitstimesSG (en)

MANILA – The first typhoon to enter the Philippines in 2024 killed at least three people in the South-east Asian nation, further gaining strength as it heads to Japan . A seven-month-old baby and two others died on May 26 after they were hit by falling trees in Quezon, a province near the capital Manila, the Philippine Daily Inquirer reported.

3 Dead As Typhoon Hits Philippines

2024-05-27T12:04+0200menafn (en)

- IANS) Manila, May 27 (IANS) Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed in typhoon Ewiniar that destroyed homes and caused flooding in the Philippines , a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said on Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all from Quezon province, southeast of Manila.

Three people dead as typhoon hits Philippines

2024-05-27T11:58+0200wn (en)

MANILA, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed in typhoon Ewiniar that destroyed homes and caused flooding in the Philippines , a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all....

Pagasa lifts Signal No. 2 as Typhoon Aghon goes toward Philippine Sea

2024-05-27T11:55+0200inquirer (en)

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) lifts tropical cyclone wind signal (TCWS) No. 2 as Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) continues to move away from the country on Monday afternoon, May 27, 2024. The state weather agency, however, maintained TCWS No.

Three people dead as typhoon hits Philippines

2024-05-27T11:43+0200china.org.cn (en)

MANILA, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Three people, including a seven-month-old baby boy, were killed in typhoon Ewiniar that destroyed homes and caused flooding in the Philippines , a spokesperson for the Philippine National Police said Monday. Police Colonel Jen Fajardo told reporters the victims were all from Quezon province, southeast of Manila.

Signal No. 1 still up in eastern Luzon as ‘Aghon’ heads away

2024-05-27T11:39+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Areas in eastern Luzon remained under Wind Signal No. 1 as Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) further moved away from the Philippines landmass, PAGASA said on Monday afternoon. Aghon was last located 155 kilometers east of Casiguran in Aurora, with maximum sustained winds of 140 km per hour near the center and gusts of up to 170 kph.

Japan issues warning for heavy rainfall in Kagoshima, Miyazaki prefectures

2024-05-27T11:25+0200menafn (en)

) Japan 's Meteorological Agency issued a warning for heavy rainfall in parts of Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures, emphasizing the potential for sudden increases in the risk of disasters due to torrential downpours from Monday night through Tuesday. The agency cautioned residents to remain vigilant....

Torrential Rain Forecast For Japan

2024-05-27T11:25+0200menafn (en)

- IANS) Tokyo, May 27 (IANS) Japan 's weather agency warned of torrential downpours in some parts of the southwestern prefectures of Kagoshima and Miyazaki from Monday night through Tuesday, calling for caution as the rows of clouds may suddenly increase the risk of disasters.

Palace says electricity in Aghon-hit areas will be restored soon

2024-05-27T10:18+0200inquirer (en)

A car is damaged after a more than 100 years old Acacia tree in front of the Minor Basilica and Parish of St. John the Baptist in Taytay, Rizal, fell on on May 26, 2024, while the Sunday Mass was being held inside the church. According to a statement from the parish, the tree gave way due to a....

Red alerts likely to persist next week, says DOE official

2024-05-27T09:00+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Red alerts may persist next week in Luzon if several power plants remain unavailable to meet the increasing demand for electricity, the Department of Energy (DOE) said on Monday. “If the situation does not improve, if the plants that went offline because of the typhoon do not....

Most sea trips in Southern Tagalog resume

2024-05-27T08:17+0200inquirer (en)

LUCENA CITY The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) allowed the resumption of sea travel on Monday, May 27, in Southern Tagalog, except for the northern part of Quezon province after Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) exited the region. The PCG-District Southern Tagalog (PCG-DST) announced that as of 9 a.

INQToday: ‘Aghon’ affected at least 19,350 — NDRRMC; Signal no. 2 still up in 2 Luzon areas

2024-05-27T07:28+0200inquirer (en)

Tropical cyclone wind Signal no. 2 is still up in two areas in Luzon as Typhoon Aghon maintains its strength while it moves over the Philippine sea. Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) affected 19,373 people, including seven who were reported injured, as of May 27, the National Disaster....

Today in Pictures, May 27, 2024

2024-05-27T07:14+0200straitstimesSG (en)

A woman looking at the tomb of Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15, in the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore in Assisi, Italy on May 26, 2024. Pope Francis has cleared the way for Acutis to be recognized as the first saint of the millennial generation. PHOTO: REUTERS.

19,373 persons affected by Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-27T07:01+0200sunstar (en)

TYPHOON Aghon ( Ewiniar ) has affected a total of 8,465 families or 19,373 individuals in at least four regions in the country, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported Monday, May 27, 2024. Among the affected persons were seven residents of Bicol Region who were injured.

Typhoon Aghon maintains strength, slow pace over Philippine Sea

2024-05-27T06:59+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) maintained its strength and slow pace over the Philippine Sea late Monday morning, May 27. The typhoon was last spotted 100 kilometers east southeast of Casiguran, Aurora, moving northeast at only 10 kilometers per hour (km/h).

PAGASA: No major rain threat due to ‘Aghon’ as it moves away

2024-05-27T06:37+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) is unlikely to directly bring significant rainfall in the coming days as it continues to move away from the Philippines, PAGASA said on Monday. The state weather bureau reported that Aghon was last spotted 100 kilometers east southeast....

Baby boy, 2 others die in Quezon due to Aghon

2024-05-27T06:01+0200inquirer (en)

LUCENA CITY A 7-month-old baby boy drowned and two others died Sunday after they were hit by falling trees in Quezon province at the height of Severe Tropical Storm (international name: Ewiniar ). The Quezon police reported Monday that four fishermen spotted around 11 a.m.

Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for May 27 due to 'Aghon'

2024-05-27T05:33+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Several local government units (LGU) and schools on Monday suspended classes due to the inclement weather brought by Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ). As of 8 a.m., Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 has been raised in parts of eastern Luzon as the typhoon continued to....

NDRRMC says 'Aghon' affected at least 19,350 people as of May 27

2024-05-27T05:22+0200inquirer (en)

This May 26, 2024, photo shows the flooded portion of Buendia Avenue in Pasay City due to continuous rain brought by Tropical Sotrm Aghon. INQUIRER / RICHARD A. REYES. MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) affected 19,373 people, including seven who were reported injured,....

Luzon Grid under red, yellow alerts Monday afternoon

2024-05-27T04:41+0200gmanews (en)

The Luzon Grid will be placed under red alert for six hours on Monday afternoon and yellow alert another four hours during the day, as over 20 power plants remain either on forced outage or are running on derated capacities. In an advisory, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) said the Luzon Grid will be under red alert from 4 p.

‘Aghon’ leaves 7 injured, thousands affected

2024-05-27T04:36+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) has affected nearly 20,000 people and injured seven, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said on Monday. NDRRMC reported that Aghon, the country’s first cyclone this year, impacted 19,373 people in CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol region and Eastern Visayas.

Lucena City placed under state of calamity due to Aghon

2024-05-27T03:59+0200inquirer (en)

LUCENA CITY The Lucena City government declared a state of calamity on Monday, May 27, due to widespread destruction caused by Severe Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ), which hit the locality on Sunday. The Public Information Office (PIO) announced this on Monday morning but did not provide other details.

Signal No. 2 due to Typhoon Aghon down to two Luzon areas

2024-05-27T03:45+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Tropical cyclone wind signal no. 2 remains raised in parts of Isabela and Aurora as Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) moves northeastward over the Philippine sea. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) in....

Parts of Luzon under Signal No. 2 due to Typhoon Aghon

2024-05-27T03:32+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Parts of eastern Luzon were placed under Wind Signal No. 2 as Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) continued to move away from the Philippine landmass, PAGASA said Monday morning. The country’s first cyclone this year was last spotted over the coastal waters of Casiguran....

Typhoon Aghon moving away from land but enhancing southwesterly windflow

2024-05-27T03:31+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) continues to move away from Philippine landmass, but it is enhancing the southwesterly windflow or winds coming from the southwest, which in turn will bring rain. As of 7 am on Monday, May 27, Aghon was located over the coastal waters of Casiguran,....

Signal No. 2 raised in 3 Luzon areas as Typhoon Aghon intensifies slightly

2024-05-27T03:26+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) slightly intensified on Monday morning as it moved over the Philippine Sea and away from the country. According to the latest advisory from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa),....

Philippines, Flooding, Landslides, Storms, and Winds in Region V and VIII (TC EWINIAR) (24 May 2024)

2024-05-27T03:24+0200reliefWeb (en)

Albay, Philippines . Event Date : Fri, 24 May 2024. AHADID : AHA-TC-2024-000879-PHL | GLIDE Number : Impact Update Date : Fri, 24 May 2024 22:20:00 AFFECTED AREA/S. Albay, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Eastern Samar, Masbate, Northern Samar, Samar DESCRIPTION.

Gov't releases P1.2M to aid victims of Typhoon Aghon — Marcos

2024-05-27T01:14+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday said that the government had given out P1.2 million worth of humanitarian aid to victims of Typhoon Aghon (international name, Ewiniar ). An additional P3 billion worth of standby funds and goods are prepared, added the President. “Nagbahagi tayo ng mahigit P 1.

Severe Tropical Storm Aghon: Live Updates

2024-05-27T00:57+0200inquirer (en)

May 26, 2024 – 03:05 PM. MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has urged the public, especially those in areas affected by tropical storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ), to “stay vigilant and prioritize their safety.” In a post in X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Marcos likewise....

newsinfo Aghon, now a typhoon, is over coastal waters of Burdeos, Quezon

2024-05-27T00:08+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Severe tropical storm Aghon (international name, Ewiniar ) “rapidly intensified” into a typhoon as it arrived over the coastal waters of Burdeos, Quezon, on Sunday night the state weather bureau reported. In its 11 p.m. cyclone update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and....

‘Aghon’ intensifies as gov’t rushes aid

2024-05-26T23:30+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Severe Tropical Storm “Aghon” (international name: Ewiniar ) intensified on Sunday off the eastern coast of the Philippines, threatening provinces in northern Luzon region with fierce winds, heavy rain and coastal flooding, according to the national weather agency. In its 5 p.m.

Typhoon Aghon further strengthens over Philippine Sea east of Aurora

2024-05-26T22:24+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Aghon ( Ewiniar ) intensified again over the Philippine Sea early Monday, May 27, with its maximum sustained winds now at 130 kilometers per hour from 120 km/h. Aghon’s gustiness, however, eased to 160 km/h from 180 km/h. In a bulletin issued at 2 am on Monday, the....

Typhoon Aghon intensifies east of Aurora; 1 area under Signal No. 2

2024-05-26T20:37+0200gmanews (en)

Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) intensified as it continued to move north-northeast over part of northern Luzon, PAGASA said early Monday. In its 2 a.m. tropical cyclone bulletin on Monday, the state weather bureau said that the center of the storm's eye was estimated to be 90 kilometers east-southeast of Baler, Aurora as of 1 a.

Aghon rapidly intensifies into typhoon off Burdeos, Quezon

2024-05-26T20:22+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Aghon ( Ewiniar ) rapidly intensified from a severe tropical storm into a typhoon over the coastal waters of Burdeos, Quezon, on Sunday evening, May 26. Its maximum sustained winds increased from 100 kilometers per hour to 120 km/h, said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical,....

Aghon, now a typhoon, is over coastal waters of Burdeos, Quezon

2024-05-26T18:32+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Severe tropical storm Aghon (international name, Ewiniar ) “rapidly intensified” into a typhoon as it arrived over the coastal waters of Burdeos, Quezon, on Sunday night the state weather bureau reported. In its 11 p.m. cyclone update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and....

Aghon intensifies, makes 8 landfalls

2024-05-26T18:06+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Severe Tropical Storm Aghon is expected to intensify into a typhoon before it leaves the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) by midweek after having made eight landfalls since Friday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

More than 7,000 passengers stranded as first Philippine storm strengthens

2024-05-26T12:55+0200bworldcom (en)

By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter. MORE than 7,000 passengers including cargo helpers and truck drivers were stranded on Sunday morning, the Philippine Coast Guard said, as the country’s first storm of the year intensified on its way to southern Luzon. Tropical Storm Aghon (International name: Ewiniar )....

Signal No. 3 up as Aghon intensifies into severe tropical storm

2024-05-26T12:36+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Aghon ( Ewiniar ) intensified from a tropical storm into a severe tropical storm at 3 pm on Sunday, May 26, prompting the weather bureau to raise Signal No. 3 for the eastern portion of Quezon. In a bulletin issued at 5 pm on Sunday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and....

#WalangPasok: Los Baños suspends classes on Monday, May 27 due to Aghon

2024-05-26T12:35+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines The municipal government of Los Baños suspended classes in all levels on Monday due to the effects brought by severe tropical storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) in Laguna province. READ: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=766828868969294&set=a.570011685317681. “Suspendido ang mga klase bukas dahil sa Typhoon Aghon.

Aghon now a severe tropical storm; Signal No. 3 up in eastern Quezon

2024-05-26T11:55+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Tropical storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) has intensified into a severe tropical storm as it moved over the coastal waters of Mauban Quezon, the state weather bureau reported on Sunday afternoon. In its 5 p.m. cyclone bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and....

‘Aghon’ intensifies into severe tropical storm; Signal No. 3 raised in eastern Quezon

2024-05-26T11:49+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines The eastern section of Quezon province was placed under Wind Signal No. 3 as cyclone Aghon ( Ewiniar ) intensified into a severe tropical storm on Sunday afternoon. PAGASA said Aghon, the country’s first cyclone this year, was last seen over the coastal waters of Mauban in Quezon....

Marcos tells Pinoys to be safe, vigilant amid Typhoon 'Aghon'

2024-05-26T10:20+0200tribuneonline (en)

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told the Filipinos on Sunday to remain safe and vigilant as Tropical Storm "Aghon" (international name: Ewiniar ) continued to traverse the Philippines , bringing heavy rains and strong winds to several regions in the country.

26 mag 2024, 9:00 Lorenzo Badellino Cronaca meteo. La tempesta tropicale Ewiniar in azione sulle Filippine. Da lunedì diventerà tifone e punterà il Giappone - Video

2024-05-26T10:20+02003bmeteo (it)

La tempesta tropicale Ewiniar vista dal satellite. Sulle Filippine si è formata la tempesta tropicale Ewiniar, denominata anche Agon dal servizio meteorologico locale, e in queste ore si è posizionata alle coordinate 14.1N 121.4E, ovvero pochi chilometri a sud della capitale Manila.

Four Injured, Over 2,700 Affected As Tropical Cyclone Hits Philippines

2024-05-26T10:05+0200menafn (en)

- IANS) Manila, May 26 (IANS) Four people were injured and 2,734 affected as tropical cyclone Ewiniar triggered floods and landslides in parts of the Philippines , the government said on Sunday. In a report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the four injured....

PAGASA not ruling out Signal No. 3 due to Tropical Storm Aghon

2024-05-26T10:03+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – The weather bureau is not ruling out the possibility of raising Signal No. 3 in the eastern portions of Aurora and Quezon in case Tropical Storm Aghon ( Ewiniar ) becomes a severe tropical storm near the two provinces. Earlier, the highest expected tropical cyclone wind signal was only Signal No.

Meralco gears up for ‘Aghon’

2024-05-26T09:34+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines The Manila Electric Company on Sunday said that its personnel are on alert for the possible impact of Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ). It assured customers that Meralco’s personnel are ready to respond to power outages and electricity service concerns that could be caused by the tropical storm.

Tropical cyclone injures 4, affects over 2,700 in Philippines

2024-05-26T09:16+0200english-news-cn (en)

MANILA, May 26 (Xinhua) -- Tropical cyclone Ewiniar triggered floods and landslides in parts of the Philippines , injuring four people and affecting 2,734, the government said Sunday. In a report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the four injured people were....

Tropical cyclone injures 4, affects over 2,700 in Philippines

2024-05-26T09:15+0200wn (en)

MANILA, May 26 (Xinhua) -- Tropical cyclone Ewiniar triggered floods and landslides in parts of the Philippines , injuring four people and affecting 2,734, the government said Sunday. In a report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the four injured people were....

Tropical cyclone injures 4, affects over 2,700 in Philippines

2024-05-26T09:14+0200xinhuanet-english (en)

MANILA, May 26 (Xinhua) -- Tropical cyclone Ewiniar triggered floods and landslides in parts of the Philippines , injuring four people and affecting 2,734, the government said Sunday. In a report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the four injured people were....

Signal No. 2 up in Aurora, parts of CALABARZON as ‘Aghon’ keeps strength

2024-05-26T09:13+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines The province of Aurora was placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 as Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) maintained its strength over Quezon province, PAGASA said on Sunday afternoon. Aghon, the country’s first cyclone this year, was last spotted in....

Tropical cyclone injures 4, affects over 2,700 in Philippines

2024-05-26T08:56+0200china.org.cn (en)

MANILA, May 26 (Xinhua) -- Tropical cyclone Ewiniar triggered floods and landslides in parts of the Philippines , injuring four people and affecting 2,734, the government said Sunday. In a report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the four injured people were....

Aurora, parts of Calabarzon under Signal No. 2 as Aghon maintains strength

2024-05-26T08:53+0200gmanews (en)

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 was hoisted over the province of Aurora, as well as other areas in Calabarzon, early Sunday afternoon as Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) maintained its strength, state weather bureau PAGASA said. Based on its 2 p.m. bulletin, PAGASA said TCWS No.

Philippine Coast Guard cancels RoRo operations; sea sports transferred to Bulabog Beach

2024-05-26T07:58+0200rappler (en)

BORACAY ISLAND, Philippines – As Tropical Storm Aghon ( Ewiniar ) continues to batter some parts of the country, the Philippine Coast Guard in Caticlan has suspended the operation of RoRo (roll-on, roll-off) vessels from Caticlan to at least four destinations. This includes Batangas; San Jose, Romblon; and Roxas, and Bulalacao in Mindoro.

Tropical Storm Aghon strengthens over Quezon, triggers torrential rain

2024-05-26T06:54+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Storm Aghon slightly strengthened while “meandering” or wobbling over Sariaya, Quezon, late Sunday morning, May 26, the weather bureau said. Aghon has also been given the international name Ewiniar , a name contributed by Micronesia which refers to a “Chuuk traditional storm god.

'Aghon' slightly strengthens over Quezon province

2024-05-26T06:16+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ), the country's first cyclone this year, intensified while lingering over Quezon province, state weather bureau PAGASA said on Sunday. The tropical storm was last located in the vicinity of Sariaya town, with peak winds of 75....

Aghon slightly intensifies, Signal No. 2 still up in Calabarzon areas

2024-05-26T05:40+0200gmanews (en)

Many areas in Region 4-A remained under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 as Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar ) slightly intensified late Sunday morning, according to state weather bureau PAGASA. As of 11 a.m., PAGASA said the following areas were under TCWS No.

Tropical Storm Aghon makes 8th landfall in Quezon

2024-05-26T03:16+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Storm Aghon made its eighth landfall in Lucena City, Quezon, at 4:30 am on Sunday, May 26, the weather bureau confirmed to Rappler. As of 7 am, Aghon was already moving northwest over Dolores, Quezon, at a slightly faster 15 kilometers per hour from 10 km/h.

Severe cyclonic storm forming in Bay of Bengal, likely to make landfall on Sunday night

2024-05-26T02:38+0200dtnext (en)

KOLKATA: A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to concentrate into a cyclonic storm by Saturday evening and make landfall on May 26 night along the adjoining coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Met office said. The cyclone is likely to make landfall with a wind speed of 110-120 km per hour, gusting to 135 kmph, it said.

World News | WMO Warns of Up to Seven Major Hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T02:26+0200latestly (en)

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T01:46+0200wn (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

MIL-OSI Translation: An exceptional North Atlantic hurricane season is coming in 2024

2024-05-26T01:21+0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

Source: United Nations – in Spanish 4. Headline: An exceptional North Atlantic hurricane season looms in 2024. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned of an “above average” hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric....

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T01:18+0200northernirelandnews (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

Hot Atlantic: The hurricane region is already reaching August-like water temperatures

2024-05-26T01:15+0200eagletribune (en)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The brutal heat of May has felt like August in Florida, with heat index numbers topping highs that you’d normally expect at summer’s peak. The phenomenon is occurring at sea, too, and that’s bad news for hurricane season. Sea-surface temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean,....

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T01:10+0200myanmarnews (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T01:06+0200manilametro (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

Florida woman at Disney park knocked unconscious on five-story waterslide, lawsuit alleges

2024-05-26T01:04+0200foxbusiness (en)

A woman is alleging in a lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks that a mishap on one of their waterslides left her with a brain injury and a bleeding wound. The lawsuit claims the 25-year-old woman was severely injured while riding the Disney World's Humunga Kowabunga waterslide, which consists of three body tubes totaling 214 feet in length.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T00:56+0200nigeriasun (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T00:52+0200singaporestar (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T00:48+0200cambodiantimes (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T00:47+0200srilankasource (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-26T00:41+0200longbeachstar (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

Don't be alarmed - Nationwide Emergency Mobile Alert test taking place tonight

2024-05-26T00:20+0200newstalkzb (en)

The mobile phones of Kiwis across the country are set to receive an emergency alert this evening between 6pm and 7pm - but it’s only a test. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) urges New Zealanders not to be alarmed when they hear the distinctive buzzing tone.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-25T23:19+0200aninews (en)

Geneva [Switzerland], May 26 (ANI/WAM): The ) has issued a warning for an "above average" hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the ), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies. Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour.

Emergency Alert Test: Nationwide Mobile Alert test taking place tonight

2024-05-25T22:55+0200nzherald (en)

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is undertaking a nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system on Sunday May 26. The mobile phones of Kiwis across the country are set to receive an emergency alert this evening between 6pm and 7pm - but it’s only a test.

Ginger Zee pulls out ‘whole drawer of receipts’ aimed at critics who accuse her of ‘fear-mongering’ forecasts

2024-05-25T21:37+0200monstersandcritics (en)

Next, Ginger pointed to a screenshot of a comment from a critic who wrote to her, “They said that last year and the year before that.. it’s not accurate at all & tired of them even bothering bc they are just flat out wrong and fear mongering.” Ginger admitted that she found the comment – and many....

Signal 7 issued as cyclone Remal approaches

2024-05-25T20:32+0200newagebd (en)

Millions of people are in the path of cyclonic storm Remal, the first storm brewed in the Bay of Bengal this year, as it churned towards Bangladesh and West Bengal coasts moving northward amid forecasts of making landfall in the afternoon today with winds gusting to 135 kilometre per hour.

Tropical Depression Aghon makes 7th landfall in Marinduque

2024-05-25T19:11+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Depression Aghon made its seventh landfall in Torrijos, Marinduque, at 10 pm on Saturday, May 25, the weather bureau said in a briefing past 11 pm. In the vicinity of Torrijos, Aghon was moving northwest at only 15 kilometers per hour (km/h).

Costantino Vitagliano e la malattia autoimmune: “La terapia sta funzionando”, le lacrime per la figlia

2024-05-25T18:12+0200zazoom-it (it)

Costantino Vitagliano lo conosciamo dai tempi in cui era il tronista di Uomini e Donne più acclamato di sempre, il modello per cui le ragazze facevano la fila di ore e ore davanti alle discoteche di tutta italia, uno degli uomini più desiderati dal pubblico femminile. today; Milano, 25 maggio 2024 – Costantino Vitagliano ospite a ‘Verissimo’.

Hurricane horror show: Record 13 'canes, 25 tropical storms predicted for 2024

2024-05-25T16:35+0200nypost (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts an “extraordinary” hurricane season this year, with between 17 to 25 named tropical storms and eight to 13 hurricanes — the most of any pre-season forecast. Between four and seven tropical storms are expected to become major hurricanes, which have winds exceeding 111 mph.

Severe cyclonic storm Remal to hit Bengal on Sunday

2024-05-25T15:43+0200rediff (en)

The cyclone is likely to make landfall with a wind speed of 110-120 km per hour, gusting to 135 kmph, it said. The Met office has warned of extremely heavy rainfall in the coastal districts of West Bengal and north Odisha on May 26-27. Extremely heavy precipitation may hit parts of northeast India on May 27-28.

Dangerous brew: Ocean heat and La Nina combo likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-25T14:43+0200newsday-USA (en)

“All the ingredients are definitely in place to have an active season,” National Weather Service Director Ken Graham said. “It’s a reason to be concerned, of course, but not alarmed.” What people should be most concerned about is water because 90% of hurricane deaths are in water and they are preventable, Graham said.

Tracking the tropics: Northern Hemisphere finally sees its first tropical depression

2024-05-25T14:18+0200foxweather (en)

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) was tracking Tropical Depression Aghon, which was expected to strengthen into a tropical storm. Unlike the Atlantic basin, where there are start and end dates for the season, the western Pacific can produce....

Hawke’s Bay Today wins Newspaper of the Year at the Voyager Media Awards

2024-05-25T13:45+0200nzherald (en)

A car in a silt covered paddock in Puketapu Rd on March 8, 2023 Cyclone Gabrielle Hawke’s Bay Today has won Voyager Newspaper of the Year for the coverage it provided for its community during Cyclone Gabrielle. The win - as well as being named Regional Newspaper of the Year - is a rare example of a....

Oslob waits for rainy season to replenish dry Tumalog Falls

2024-05-25T13:40+0200sunstar (en)

TUMALOG Falls, located in the town of Oslob in southern Cebu, remains closed as the local government unit (LGU) decided to halt efforts to seek alternative water sources to supply the falls. Oslob’s LGU, through its public information office, said in an interview with SunStar Cebu on May 23, that it....

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-25T13:39+0200un-sustainabledevelopment (en)

Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour. However, this year, 17 to 25 storms are expected, with four to seven of them potentially becoming major hurricanes, characterized by winds of at least 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour.

Hot Atlantic: the hurricane region is already reaching August-like water temperatures

2024-05-25T13:11+0200sun-sentinel (en)

The result of all this hot-water predictions of a very strong hurricane season by both the University of Colorado and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. NOAA has forecast: 17 to 25 named tropical storms for 2024 with minimum sustained winds of 39 mph. The average is 14.

Why is 2024 predicted to be one of the most active hurricane seasons in history

2024-05-25T13:07+0200knowridge (en)

The predictions are out, and it looks like this year’s Atlantic hurricane season will be one of the most active in recorded history. In an outlook report released Thursday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast an 85% chance of an above-normal hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov.

Delight as Queen Camilla still a ‘MAPS chap’

2024-05-25T12:34+0200kentonline (en)

Queen Camilla renews role as patron of Medway Preservation Society based at Rochester Airport which has restored Spitfires and Hurricanes. Queen Camilla has pledged to continue her long-standing support for a group of volunteers who restore historic aircraft.

Brow gel loved by Frankie Bridge that 'lasts all day' slashed to less than £5

2024-05-25T12:08+0200dailyrecord (en)

If there is one thing that we know, it is that Frankie Bridge is a major fan of shopping on the high street. On Instagram, the Loose Women presenter has become popular for regularly sharing her favourite fashion buys from the likes of River Island and Mango. It's not just clothing, as the 35-year-old is also partial to a bargain beauty buy.

Forecasts call for an active hurricane season. Could California see another Hilary?

2024-05-25T12:07+0200latimes (en)

Near-record ocean temperatures and a strengthening La Niña could spell trouble for the East Coast of the United States, with federal forecasters warning of an 85% chance of above-normal Atlantic hurricane activity this year, and predicting as many as 25 named storms.

Mother battling cancer wins a free roof

2024-05-25T11:58+0200wafb (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Verna Ortego is an 87-year-old great grandmother of three. Since her husband’s passing 25 years ago, she’s found joy in the little things. Verna Ortego surprised with new roof by Pelican Roofing. (WAFB) “I love the yard a lot because of all the flowers that we always had blooming,” Verna says.

Cyclone Remal to hit West Bengal, Odisha soon: Check landfall timing, weather

2024-05-25T11:44+0200HindustanTimes (en)

Issuing an alert because of the cyclone, the IMD warned of extremely heavy rainfall in the coastal districts of West Bengal and north Odisha on May 26-27. Extremely heavy precipitation may hit parts of northeast India on May 27-28. At the time of landfall on May 26 night, Cyclone Remal is expected to have a storm surge of up to 1.

It's storm season and all eyes are on the cone. Has it been perfected?

2024-05-25T11:36+0200palmbeachpost (en)

The hurricane forecast cone is adjusted each year before June 1 based on the error rates of the previous five seasons. The average three-day NHC track forecast error for Hurricane Floyd in 1999 was 236 nautical miles. That's down to 102 nautical miles in the cone the NHC will use this season.

When Barbudans were foreigners

2024-05-25T11:12+0200antiguaobserver (en)

We dedicated the month of May to looking at historic labour matters. In this our final instalment, we get a look at the impact and reaction that Antiguans had to imported labour after emancipation, including labourers brought over from Barbuda. This is another excerpt from the recently republished book “A History of Antigua” (c)2023, by Brian Dyde.

Tropical Depression Aghon makes landfall in Masbate, may hit Marinduque next

2024-05-25T09:52+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Depression Aghon slightly weakened as it made its fifth and sixth landfalls in the province of Masbate on Saturday, May 25. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said in its 2 pm bulletin on Saturday that Aghon....

Fierce hurricane season more likely as Curaçao sea temp rises to 29°C

2024-05-25T09:03+0200nltimes (en)

Sea temperatures in the Caribbean area have reached a record 29 degrees Celsius, breaking the previous record by nearly 1 degree, the Antiliaans Dagblad reported . The high sea temperatures could lead to a fierce hurricane season, meteorologists fear. At 29 degrees Celsius, the sea temperatures at Curcaco are 1.

Severe storm forming in Bay of Bengal, likely to make landfall on Sunday

2024-05-25T08:53+0200business-standard (en)

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to concentrate into a cyclonic storm by Saturday evening and make landfall on May 26 night along the adjoining coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Met office said. The cyclone is likely to make landfall with a wind speed of 110-120 km per hour, gusting to 135 kmph, it said.

Severe cyclonic storm forming in Bay of Bengal, likely to make landfall on Sunday night

2024-05-25T08:34+0200deccanherald (en)

Kolkata: A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to concentrate into a cyclonic storm by Saturday evening and make landfall on May 26 night along the adjoining coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Met office said. The Met office has warned of extremely heavy rainfall in the coastal....

First storm of 2024 hits Philippines, floods feared

2024-05-25T08:26+0200gulfnews (en)

A satellite image of Tropical depression Aghon on May 25. The Philippines has an average of 20 tropical cyclones a year, making it one of the world's worst-hit countries. Image Credit: Himawari/Bloomberg. Manila: The Philippines has warned of heavy rainfall and strong winds hitting the archipelago....

Severe Cyclonic Storm Forming in Bay of Bengal, Likely to Make Landfall on Sunday Night

2024-05-25T08:24+0200news18 (en)

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to concentrate into a cyclonic storm by Saturday evening and make landfall on May 26 night along the adjoining coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Met office said. The cyclone is likely to make landfall with a wind speed of 110-120 km per hour, gusting to 135 kmph, it said.

India News | Severe Cyclonic Storm Forming in Bay of Bengal, Likely to Make Landfall on Sunday Night

2024-05-25T08:06+0200latestly (en)

Kolkata, May 25 (PTI) A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to concentrate into a cyclonic storm by Saturday evening and make landfall on May 26 night along the adjoining coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh, the Met office said. The cyclone is likely to make landfall with a wind speed....

After Hidaya, now Cyclone Laly strikes east Africa; two dead, dozens injured in Kenya, Somalia

2024-05-25T08:05+0200downtoearth (en)

Barely two weeks after Cyclone Hidaya struck the East African coastline, Cyclone Laly wreaked havoc in the region on Tuesday evening, killing two people in Kenya and impacting dozens in Somalia. Cyclone Laly, which intensified from a tropical storm, unleashed strong winds, heavy rain and high waves across the West Indian Ocean region.

Cyclone Alert: Bay of Bengal Braces for Remal's Impact

2024-05-25T08:03+0200devdiscourse (en)

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is expected to evolve into Cyclone Remal, making landfall on May 26-27 with wind speeds of 110-120 kmph. The Met office has issued warnings for heavy rainfall and storm surges in West Bengal and Bangladesh, advising residents to stay indoors.

Alert: WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-25T07:21+0200scoop-co-nz (en)

Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour. However, this year, 17 to 25 storms are expected, with four to seven of them potentially becoming major hurricanes, characterized by winds of at least 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour.

Third warmth wave “punishes” a lot of Mexico

2024-05-25T06:55+0200archyde (en)

MEXICO CITY.- In the course of the suffocating warmth that envelops the territory Mexican, we discover ourselves going through an alarming local weather state of affairs: the third warmth wave of the 12 months in response to the newest report from the Nationwide Water Fee (Conagua).

More areas in Luzon under Signal No. 1 due to Tropical Depression Aghon

2024-05-25T06:35+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Signal No. 1 was raised for more areas in Luzon due to Tropical Depression Aghon late Saturday morning, May 25. In a briefing past 11 am on Saturday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Aghon was last spotted over the coastal waters of San Vicente, Northern Samar.

Ukraine defends its cultural heritage under Putin’s bombs and attempts to reframe history

2024-05-25T06:22+0200elpais-en (en)

After the Russian invasion, the most precious pieces were evacuated from Kyiv to secret locations on trains that ran along the front lines under missile fire. Visitors during the Maria Primachenko exhibition in Lviv, Ukraine, in July 2022. Markiian Lyseiko (Ukrinform/Future Publishing/Getty Images)....

Prime Minister allocates unconditional funds for natural disasters: Vice-Senior General

2024-05-25T06:21+0200moi-gov-mm (en)

VICE-CHAIRMAN of the State Administration Council Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, who is also Chairman of the National Disaster Management Committee-NDMC, addressed the 1/2024 committee meeting yesterday. In his address, the Vice-Senior General recounted that the Prime Minister....

World swelters as high temperatures take hold

2024-05-25T03:42+0200chinadaily (en)

Volunteers provide lime sugar water to people at a camp set up to prevent heat stroke on a hot summer day, in Karachi, Pakistan, on Thursday. FAREED KHAN/ASSOCIATED PRESS. NEW DELHI/MEXICO CITY — Extreme heat in many parts of the world has left millions of people in sweltering temperatures, and has strained energy grids.

Tropical Depression Aghon moving over Samar Sea, heading for Bicol

2024-05-25T03:19+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – After making its first two landfalls in Eastern Samar, Tropical Depression Aghon began moving over the Samar Sea early Saturday morning, May 25. Aghon first made landfall in Homonhon Island at 11:20 pm on Friday, May 24, then in the municipality of Giporlos at 12:40 am on Saturday.

NOAA 2024 Hurricane Forecast Is for More Storms Than Ever Before The unprecedented prediction is based most notably on near-record sea surface temperatures, which are as warm now as they normally are in August. By Amy Green

2024-05-25T02:34+0200insideclimatenews (en)

ORLANDO, Fla.—Get ready for an active hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting the greatest number of named storms this hurricane season since the forecasts began in 1998. NOAA expects above-normal hurricane activity this season, with 17 to 25 named storms....

‘Run from water, hide from wind:’ Virginia leaders want everyone prepared for hurricane season

2024-05-25T01:34+0200nbc12 (en)

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - NOAA is forecasting an “above-normal” Atlantic hurricane season, but Governor Glenn Youngkin and other state emergency response teams want Virginians to know they are ready. “We prepare for hurricane season, you know, 24/7, 365,” Virginia Department of Emergency Management State Coordinator Shawn Talmadge said.

Flood shelters, public warning system ready in coastal areas

2024-05-25T01:24+0200timesofindia (en)

Kolkata: In vulnerable coastal areas , like Gosaba, Canning, Pathar Pratima and Sagar, officials are preparing for potential impact of the cyclone . Sagar BDO Kanhiya Kumar Rai emphasized the administration’s readiness to support locals. Announcing systems are in place to alert residents about evacuation to flood shelters .

15 years of Cyclone Aila: It lashed once but changed lives forever

2024-05-25T00:48+0200thedailystarBD (en)

Even after losing everything to cyclone Aila, hundreds still live dangerously close to the river, vulnerable to erosion. Many of them had to relocate and restart more than once due to river erosion, and it seems as if there is no end to their plight, partly because of climate change, and mostly due to indifference of the authorities concerned.

MIL-OSI USA: Donalds Demands NOAA Action To Streamline Federal Fishery Disaster Relief For Southwest Florida

2024-05-25T00:21+0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

Dear Administrator Coit: I write today to express my concerns about your agency’s lack of action in terms of approving and allocating federal fishery disaster relief in response to Hurricane Ian—which made landfall in Southwest Florida on September 28th, 2022.

Shipping container homes are a possible option for homeless people

2024-05-24T23:54+0200cbs12 (en)

West Palm Beach, FL/CBS12 News — A new law takes effect October 1 that bans counties and cities from allowing homeless people to sleep in public places such as parks and on sidewalks. Palm Beach County is looking at several ways to house the homeless when this law goes into effect, including creating homes out of shipping containers.

Mexico is about to experience its 'highest temperatures ever recorded' as death toll climbs

2024-05-24T23:39+0200CBC (en)

The extreme heat smothering much of Mexico has already killed dozens of people, but the hottest temperatures are yet to come, officials say. "In the next 10 to 15 days, the country will experience the highest temperatures ever recorded," researchers from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) said in a statement earlier this week.

Ocean heat and La Nina combo likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-24T23:31+0200japantoday (en)

Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There's an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season that starts in June will be above average in storm activity, the....

State Administration Council Vice-Chairman Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win chairs the National Disaster Management Committee meeting 1/2024 yesterday in Nay Pyi Taw.

2024-05-24T23:24+0200gnlm (en)

Vice-Chairman of the State Administration Council Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, who is also Chairman of the National Disaster Management Committee-NDMC, addressed the 1/2024 committee meeting yesterday. In his address, the Vice-Senior General recounted that the Prime Minister....

“Give us a helping hand”: GPs call for greater support helping communities hit by natural disasters

2024-05-24T23:19+0200nationaltribune (en)

The Royal Australia College of GPs (RACGP) is calling on government to give GPs and practice teams greater support in helping communities struck by natural disasters. It comes during the College’s annual Practice Owner’s Conference in Cairns running 24 to 26 May.

7 children swept away in southern Somalia by Storm Lali: 2 rescued, 4 missing

2024-05-24T23:04+0200hiiraan (en)

Friday May 24, 2024 FILE PHOTO - Merca beach Mogadishu (HOL) — Seven children were swept away by the sea today in the coastal town of Merca, Lower Shabelle region, during a storm, according to witnesses. Two of the children were rescued and are in critical condition, while four others remain missing.

Seniors More Vulnerable to Heat Waves and Hurricanes, Both Forecasted to Be Severe this Summer High temperatures and an active hurricane season pose increased threats for populations over the age of 60. By Kiley Price

2024-05-24T22:36+0200insideclimatenews (en)

When Hurricane Ian whipped through Florida in 2022, it left a path of devastation in its wake. Cars sank alongside boats on flooded streets, while once-extravagant houses were reduced to piles of jagged wood by the time this category 4 storm finally relented.

As Cyclone Remal approaches, tension grips Bagerhat’s coastal areas

2024-05-24T22:27+0200thefinancialexpress (en)

For generations, thousands of people have been living at risk along the coast in Bagerhat. When the water levels rise, parts of Rampal, Mongla, and Morrelganj upazilas are flooded and water enters homes, leaving them in suffering. The existing embankments are relatively low, so they overflow during high tides, causing residential areas to flood.

2 Florida beaches make Dr. Beach annual Top 10 list

2024-05-24T22:23+0200sun-sentinel (en)

A year after one Florida beach nabbed the top spot in the annual Dr. Beach Top 10 beaches in the U.S. list, two other Sunshine State strips of sand found their way onto the annual ranking. Caladesi Island State Park near Clearwater came in at No. 4 while Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Naples grabbed the No.

Florida homeowners finally have some new insurers to consider

2024-05-24T22:18+0200eagletribune (en)

Ted Herbert, a retired business professor from Rollins College, said he was shocked when he got a letter last month from his insurance company telling him that while they valued him as a customer they would not be renewing his policy. “I checked to see why this was happening, thinking they thought....

The 2024 Hurricane Season Could Be a Dangerous One

2024-05-24T22:11+0200scientificamerican (en)

These outlooks place the 2024 season in league with 2020, when so many tropical cyclones formed in the Atlantic that they exhausted the usual list of storm names : A record 30 named storms, 13 hurricanes and six major hurricanes formed that year, combining for 245 accumulated cyclone energy units.

Met Office predicts weekend rains to bring Tobago relief

2024-05-24T22:10+0200newsday-tt (en)

30 Minutes Ago - File photo. TOBAGO’S reservoir levels are below-average to critical and if the dry spell persists, the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) warns that distribution challenges could worsen in the short term. Fortunately, the Met Office has simultaneously projected a wetter rainy....

Upgrade cyclone shelters for minimizing loss of life and property

2024-05-24T22:01+0200gnlm (en)

As the monsoon season approaches in Myanmar, it brings with it strong winds, storms, and squalls, necessitating safe shelters for the population during these disaster periods. To address this need, 121 cyclone shelters have been constructed in the Ayeyawady Region, capable of accommodating over 6,000 residents during emergencies.

Tropical Depression Aghon makes landfall in Eastern Samar

2024-05-24T21:41+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Depression Aghon has crossed Homonhon Island and made landfall in the municipality of Giporlos, both in the province of Eastern Samar, the weather bureau announced past 2 am on Saturday, May 25. Aghon was last spotted in the vicinity of Giporlos’ neighboring town of....

MIL-OSI Translation: International Court of Justice, Gaza, Israel, hurricanes… Friday’s news

2024-05-24T21:34+0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

Source: United Nations – in Spanish 4. Headline: International Court of Justice, Gaza, Israel, hurricanes… Friday’s news The International Court of Justice orders Israel to “immediately stop its military offensive” in Rafah. The International Court of Justice has ordered Israel to “immediately stop its military offensive” in Rafah.

NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-24T21:19+0200channel5belize (en)

NOAA National Weather Service forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year. NOAA’s outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which spans from June 1 to November 30, predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal season, a 10%....

Cyclone Remal likely to hit Bangladesh, WB Sunday

2024-05-24T20:43+0200newagebd (en)

The coasts of Bangladesh and adjacent West Bengal are bracing for the year’s first cyclonic storm, which is forecast to make landfall as a severe cyclonic storm by Sunday. The cyclonic storm will be called Remal. The Disaster Management and Relief Ministry has convened an inter-ministerial....

Man arrested at Hurricane hotel with 2 young runaways, police say

2024-05-24T20:33+0200ksl (en)

HURRICANE, Washington County — A Utah man was arrested Thursday after police say he brought a 12-year-old runaway girl from Hurricane and a 13-year-old runaway from Colorado City, Arizona, to a hotel. Theral Dockstader Hammon, 49, was arrested for investigation of kidnapping, two counts of harboring....

Fact Check Team: Feeling the heat? This summer could break records

2024-05-24T20:13+0200fox11online (en)

by COURTNEY RAU | The National Desk Fri, May 24th 2024 at 1:00 PM. FILE - People watch the sunset at a park on an unseasonably warm day, Feb. 25, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File) WASHINGTON (TND) — Summer officially begins on the Summer Solstice – between June 20 and 22 –....

Fact Check Team: Feeling the heat? This summer could break records

2024-05-24T20:07+0200cbs12 (en)

by COURTNEY RAU | The National Desk Fri, May 24th 2024 at 2:00 PM. FILE - People watch the sunset at a park on an unseasonably warm day, Feb. 25, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File) WASHINGTON (TND) — Summer officially begins on the Summer Solstice – between June 20 and 22 –....

Fact Check Team: Feeling the heat? This summer could break records

2024-05-24T20:05+0200wlos (en)

by COURTNEY RAU | The National Desk Fri, May 24th 2024 at 2:00 PM. FILE - People watch the sunset at a park on an unseasonably warm day, Feb. 25, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File) WASHINGTON (TND) — Summer officially begins on the Summer Solstice – between June 20 and 22 –....

Cyclone Remal likely to hit the coasts of West Bengal, Bangladesh on May 26

2024-05-24T19:30+0200myanmarnews (en)

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 24 (ANI): The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for rainfall in West Bengal and forecast that cyclonic storms will hit the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh on May 26. This severe cyclone is named Cyclone Remal.

Extreme Hurricane Season Could Trigger 'Carrier Revenge'

2024-05-24T19:27+0200benzinga (en)

Truckload spot rates, when adjusted for inflation, have plummeted to lows not seen since 2009. In the early part of the Great Freight Recession, contract rates stayed persistently high as shippers monitored the market and wondered if the market reset was a short-term development or something greater.

Generator companies see increase in demand for hurricane season

2024-05-24T19:18+0200wafb (en)

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Predictions released Thursday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric administration outline the busiest forecasted hurricane season in all 25 years that the group began issuing annual outlooks. Hurricane season is less than one week away, and some people are scrambling to get ready.

LDWF: Fisherman used lead sinkers used to increase weight of fish during bass tournament on Toledo Bend

2024-05-24T19:18+0200wafb (en)

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - State officials say something wasn’t quite right when a fisherman turned in his catch during a tournament on Toledo Bend. The fisherman used lead sinkers to increase the weight of his fish at a fishing contest, authorities said.

American-Syrian psychotherapist Majd Kamalmaz mourned

2024-05-24T19:14+0200english-alaraby (en)

The family of an American- Syrian psychotherapist detained in Syria has called for accountability after the US government informed them he died in custody in Syria. Majd Kamalmaz was one of half a dozen Americans believed to be held by Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad’s regime, with some of them allegedly suffering torture.

Cyclone Remal Updates: IMD Issues Alert For West Bengal, Fishermen Asked Not To Venture Into Sea From Today

2024-05-24T19:08+0200menafn (en)

- AsiaNet News) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday (May 24) issued a warning for a potential severe cyclonic storm that could impact the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh in the coming days. On Thursday, the IMD had already issued a yellow alert for several districts in West Bengal and a red alert for fishermen in the state.

India News | Cyclone Remal Likely to Hit the Coasts of West Bengal, Bangladesh on May 26

2024-05-24T19:02+0200latestly (en)

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 24 (ANI): The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for rainfall in West Bengal and forecast that cyclonic storms will hit the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh on May 26. This severe cyclone is named Cyclone Remal.

Tropical Depression Aghon moves toward Leyte Gulf

2024-05-24T19:02+0200rappler (en)

PAGASA says Tropical Depression Aghon could make landfall in Eastern Samar by early Saturday morning, May 25, but there is also an 'increasing possibility of landfall in the vicinity of Leyte and/or Dinagat Islands' MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Depression Aghon was moving toward the Leyte Gulf in....

DOE-funded wind testing center upgraded to accommodate longer turbine blades

2024-05-24T18:53+0200renewableenergyworld (en)

The “upgrade” button has been pressed at Massachusetts Clean Energy Center’s (WTTC), funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Wind Energy Technologies Office (WETO) . New updates enable the facility to receive and evaluate blades up to 120 meters (393 feet) long .

Florida Preparing for a Hurricane Season with Up to 25 Named Storms

2024-05-24T18:52+0200flaglerlive (en)

North Flagler Avenue in Flagler Beach on Nov 22, 2022. (© FlaglerLive) With insurers, utilities and emergency-management officials bracing for the coming months, experts continue to predict a highly active hurricane season for Florida and other areas of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts.

Cyclone Remal likely to hit the coasts of West Bengal, Bangladesh on May 26

2024-05-24T18:39+0200aninews (en)

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 24 (ANI): The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for rainfall in West Bengal and forecast that cyclonic storms will hit the coasts of West Bengal and on May 26. This severe cyclone is named Cyclone Remal.

We're Due An "Extraordinary" Atlantic Hurricane Season In 2024, NOAA Warns

2024-05-24T18:20+0200iflscience (en)

The latest forecast from the NOAA National Weather Service predicts that the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season will be a freakishly busy one and could even rival 2005 – the year of Hurricane Katrina and Rita. The NOAA forecast says there’s an 85 percent chance of an above-normal season, a 10 percent....

We're Due An "Extraordinary" Atlantic Hurricane Season In 2024, NOAA Warns

2024-05-24T18:07+0200wn (en)

The latest forecast from the NOAA National Weather Service predicts that the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season will be a freakishly busy one and could even rival 2005 – the year of Hurricane Katrina and Rita. The NOAA forecast says there’s an 85 percent chance of an above-normal season, a 10 percent....

Cyclone Remal: A Pre-Monsoon Fury Looms Over Bengal and Bangladesh

2024-05-24T17:58+0200devdiscourse (en)

A severe cyclonic storm named Remal is expected to hit the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh on May 26, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. Localized flooding and damage to power, communication lines, and crops are anticipated. Residents in affected areas are advised to stay indoors.

Severe Cyclone Forming in Bay of Bengal to Make Landfall on Sunday Night, Red Alert in WB

2024-05-24T17:39+0200news18 (en)

A depression in the Bay of Bengal is likely to concentrate into a severe cyclonic storm and make landfall along the adjoining coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh around May 26 midnight, bringing heavy rain in the coastal districts of the state and in north Odisha, the Met department said on Friday.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-24T17:13+0200globalissues (en)

Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour. However, this year, 17 to 25 storms are expected, with four to seven of them potentially becoming major hurricanes, characterized by winds of at least 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour.

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-24T16:50+0200un-org (en)

Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour. However, this year, 17 to 25 storms are expected, with four to seven of them potentially becoming major hurricanes, characterized by winds of at least 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour.

2024-05-24T20:14:15+05:30 - Agri Business Indian reservoirs’ storage level drops for 33rd week in a row

2024-05-24T16:49+0200thehindubusinessline (en)

The storage level in India’s 150 major reservoirs declined for the 33rd consecutive week on Friday despite various parts of the country receiving widespread pre-monsoon showers, data from the Central Water Commission (CWC) showed. The storage in 126 of the reservoirs was below 40 per cent of the....

WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024 The UN World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a warning for an “above average” hurricane season in the North Atlantic in 2024. Based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this would mark the ninth consecutive year of anomalies.

2024-05-24T16:44+0200un-news (en)

Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour. However, this year, 17 to 25 storms are expected, with four to seven of them potentially becoming major hurricanes, characterized by winds of at least 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour.

NYC May Start Buying Out Homes in High-Risk Flood Areas in Flushing

2024-05-24T16:42+0200lavocedinewyork (en)

In an effort to better prepare for and avoid damage caused by floods in residential areas, the city might start trying to buy out homes in high-risk flooding areas in Flushing, Queens and locations like “the Hole” in Brooklyn. The buy-out could start as early as 2026, according to a Department of....

MIL-OSI United Nations: WMO warns of up to seven major hurricanes in North Atlantic in 2024

2024-05-24T16:40+0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

Source: United Nations. Typically, an average year sees 14 named storms with wind speeds exceeding 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour. However, this year, 17 to 25 storms are expected, with four to seven of them potentially becoming major hurricanes, characterized by winds of at least 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour.

Inside the Akula-Class: Russia's Double-Hulled Submarine Powerhouses

2024-05-24T16:36+0200nationalinterest (en)

Submarine: Russia's Akula-class submarines, built by the Amur Shipbuilding Plant and Sevmash, feature a double hull design for enhanced buoyancy and shape versatility. -Powered by the OK-650B pressurized water reactor, these submarines boast advanced and reliable propulsion systems.

Hot Holiday Weekend

2024-05-24T16:25+0200wsvn (en)

High pressure is setting up to bring the return of very hot and humid conditions through Memorial Day. It could be record setting in the afternoons with highs in the 90’s and feeling like the 100’s. A stray storm possible around interior areas and Southwest Florida.

UN weather agency anticipates highly active hurricane season

2024-05-24T16:10+0200expressindia (en)

UN weather agency anticipates highly active hurricane season "High ocean heat content and the anticipated development of La Nina event are expected to fuel a very, very, very active hurricane season this year," Clare Nullis, WMO spokesperson, told a briefing in Geneva.

On-fire Alas Pilipinas tames Indians for 2-0 start

2024-05-24T15:37+0200philstar (en)

MANILA, Philippines -- The bright future that the country has long dreamed of and envisioned came charging into the present like a lightning bolt. And this valiant, magnificent Alas Pilipinas bunch was the main reason why. Displaying incredible grit and indomitable fighting spirit, the Philippines....

Gassing up for your Memorial Day travel - what are gas prices and when can we expect a fall? Many will be hitting the road this weekend and gas prices have been ticking up. Why is that and can we expect savings any time soon? 2M ago

2024-05-24T15:36+0200cbslocal (en)

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Critical to any travel plan on tires is obviously the price of gas and around here, it's been ticking up. Don't blame the cost on the holiday, at least that's according to GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan. In fact, he said the slight climb here is opposite the national trend and that is baffling even him.

Therapist from North Texas who was detained in Syria in 2017 presumed to be dead

2024-05-24T15:20+0200dallasnews (en)

A therapist from North Texas who was detained in Syria in 2017 is now presumed to be dead, according to his family and several advocacy organizations. Majd Kamalmaz, then 59, died in Syria where he was detained since February 2017, according to a statement from the Bring Our Families Home Campaign ,....

Brace yourselves. These are the hurdles for air travelers this busy summer

2024-05-24T14:32+0200erienewsnow (en)

American Airlines and United Airlines are both expecting about 10% more passengers over the holiday weekend than last year. United is expecting the biggest Memorial Day and summer travel season in the airline’s 98-year history, according to Andrew Nocella, United’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer.

NOAA predicts worst Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-24T14:23+0200dominicantoday (en)

Santo Domingo.- The Atlantic basin is expected to experience higher-than-normal hurricane activity this year, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA’s outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, running from....

UN weather agency anticipates highly active hurricane season

2024-05-24T13:40+0200zawya-palestine (en)

The World Meteorological Organization on Friday said it expected a highly active hurricane season and stressed that early warnings were needed to save lives. "High ocean heat content and the anticipated development of La Nina event are expected to fuel a very, very, very active hurricane season this....

Record-Breaking Hurricane Season Predicted by WMO

2024-05-24T13:29+0200devdiscourse (en)

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) forecasts a highly active hurricane season fueled by ocean heat content and La Niña. From June to November, 17-25 storms are expected, 8-13 becoming hurricanes. Early warnings have significantly reduced death tolls, but Caribbean islands still face severe socio-economic impacts.

'Heat dome' leads to sweltering temperatures in Mexico, Central America and US South

2024-05-24T13:25+0200naharnet-ar (en)

Extreme heat in Mexico, Central America and parts of the U.S. South has left millions of people in sweltering temperatures, strained energy grids and resulted in iconic Howler monkeys in Mexico dropping dead from trees. Meteorologists say the conditions have been caused by what some refer to as a....

These Architects Follow Nature An architectural firm waited years to design for clients who wanted a modern look in the Hamptons — it uses the sky, the ocean and dunes as muses.

2024-05-24T13:01+0200nytimes (en)

IN 1980s SAGAPONACK , a village in the Hamptons, new houses were awash in shingles and classical columns, to the dismay of the architect Fred Stelle. “It was raging postmodernism,” he said, still sounding bewildered. He took modest architectural jobs expanding old houses with contemporary extensions and bided his time.

PAGASA sees Aghon possibly making landfall more than once

2024-05-24T12:57+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Depression Aghon could make landfall more than once while gradually intensifying, based on the weather bureau’s forecast issued at 5 pm on Friday, May 24. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Aghon might make....

‘Be aware and prepared’: NOAA forecasting one of strongest hurricane seasons on record

2024-05-24T12:38+0200wbtv (en)

NOAA predicts as many as 25 named storms will form in the Atlantic Ocean between June 1 and Nov. 30. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV/CNN) - So far this year, there have been more than 850 tornadoes reported across the United States, several of which have touched down in the Carolinas.

NOAA predicts above average Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-24T12:06+0200wmo (en)

forecasts a range of 17 to 25 named storms (average is 14). Of those, 8 to 13 are forecast to become hurricanes (average is 7), including 4 to 7 major hurricanes (average is 3). A major hurricane is category 3, 4 or 5 on the Saffir Simpson, with winds of 178 kmh/111 mph or higher.

New Jersey beaches survived a bad winter. Can they withstand a severe hurricane season?

2024-05-24T12:02+0200wn (en)

ASBURY PARK — New Jersey's beaches were beaten by a number of winter storms that brought greater than normal flooding and near-record-high storm surges. Despite the damage, Jersey Shore beaches are ready to open for Memorial Day weekend, a leading state official said Thursday.

Preparing food for hurricane season: Essential food and water strategies for emergencies

2024-05-24T11:02+0200wral (en)

As you prepare for hurricane season, keep in mind the basics – food and water. A hurricane’s high winds can knock out power, even as far inland as the Triangle. So, it makes sense to have a supply of non-perishable food and fresh water on hand. Here’s what you need to know to prepare food before, during and after a hurricane passes or dissipates.

Cyclone Remal

2024-05-24T10:49+0200indiatoday (en)

Cyclones, which are also known as Hurricanes, Tornadoes or Typhoons are one of the most destructive forms of natural forces present on our planet. Differing only in their names, based on their place of occurrences, they are a larger-scale air mass that rotates around a strong centre of low atmospheric pressure.

As Cyclone Remal approaches, tension grips Bagerhat’s coastal areas

2024-05-24T10:40+0200thedailystarBD (en)

Thousands of residents in Bagerhat live in fear as rising water levels flood Rampal, Mongla, and Morrelganj upazilas. The low embankments overflow during high tides, causing residential areas to flood. During storms and tidal surges, locals in these areas endure unbearable suffering.

Tropical Depression Aghon slightly intensifies offshore

2024-05-24T10:17+0200rappler (en)

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Depression Aghon slightly intensified early Friday afternoon, May 24, with its maximum sustained winds increasing from 45 kilometers per hour to 55 km/h. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) also said in its 2 pm....

La sorella di Maria Grazia, morta dopo intervento all'utero: "Era il nostro orgoglio"

2024-05-24T10:13+0200fanpage (it)

"Il tempo non migliora le cose, il vuoto è incolmabile e aumenta giorno per giorno", spiega la sorella Paola. "La nascita di Maria Grazia ha colmato casa nostra di gioia infinita e amore immenso . Maria Grazia rappresenta l'amore più prezioso e l'orgoglio più grande di tutta la nostra famiglia: una....

Forecasters predict wild Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-24T10:01+02004-traders (en)

STORY: As many as seven major hurricanes may form this year.. ... in an "extraordinary" Atlantic hurricane season beginning June 1. That's according to U.S. government forecasters Thursday. Officials say this forecast has higher ranges than 2005, the year when Hurricane Katrina hit. Rick Spinrad is administrator of the U.

NOAA predicts busy Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-24T09:57+0200bnonews (en)

Forecasters at the National Weather Service are predicting a busy Atlantic hurricane season this year amid near-record warm ocean temperatures and the development of La Nina conditions in the Pacific. Up to 25 named storms are expected. The annual forecast, released just a week before the start of....

National Hurricane Center releases most-active preseason forecast in history

2024-05-24T09:55+0200live5news (en)

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC/AP) - The National Hurricane Center released what it called the most active pre-season forecast in the agency’s history, calling for a “hyperactive” Atlantic hurricane season. to download the free Live 5 First Alert Weather app. There’s an 85% chance that the Atlantic....

‘Heat dome’ leads to sweltering temperatures in Mexico, Central America and US South

2024-05-24T08:02+0200expressindia (en)

Extreme heat in Mexico, Central America and parts of the U.S. South has left millions of people in sweltering temperatures, strained energy grids and resulted in iconic Howler monkeys in Mexico dropping dead from trees. Meteorologists say the conditions have been caused by what some refer to as a....

Moderate to light rainfall expected across Kerala; cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal

2024-05-24T08:01+0200thecambodianews (en)

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has issued a forecast for moderate rainfall in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram on Friday.

Moderate to light rainfall expected across Kerala; cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal

2024-05-24T07:46+0200thestatesman (en)

The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has issued a forecast for moderate rainfall in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram on Friday. Light rainfall is anticipated in the remaining districts of Kerala.

Cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal; moderate rainfall across Kerala

2024-05-24T07:37+0200economictimes (en)

According to the latest update from the authority, "Moderate rainfall is likely to occur at one or two places in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram districts, while light rainfall is likely at one or two places in all other districts of Kerala.

Guam Department of Education's mold mitigation stalled one year after Mawar

2024-05-24T07:31+0200kuam (en)

Will professional mold mitigation ever get going at the different public schools? Lawmakers urged the Guam Department of Education to explore different avenues, as procurement to get the project underway is out of GDOE’s control. It’s been a year since Typhoon Mawar hit the island, and yet getting....

Ocean heat and La Nina combo likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-24T07:14+0200messenger-inquirer (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There's an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season that starts in June will be above average in storm....

As IMD issues alert for Cyclone Remal for Bengal, fishermen asked not to venture into sea from today

2024-05-24T07:08+0200expressindia (en)

The IMD said the well-marked low-pressure area concentrated into depression over the Central Bay of Bengal at 5.30 am on Friday and is likely to move towards the northeast and intensify further into a cyclone over east-central BoB by Saturday morning — it would then be identified as Cyclone Remal.

Moderate to light rainfall expected across Kerala; cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal

2024-05-24T07:06+0200myanmarnews (en)

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has issued a forecast for moderate rainfall in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram on Friday.

A look into the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center are anticipating an above-average Atlantic hurricane season. 1H ago

2024-05-24T07:01+0200cbslocal (en)

(CBS DETROIT) - The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook has been released. This year's prediction is another active season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center are anticipating an above-average Atlantic hurricane season.

Moderate to light rainfall expected across Kerala; cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal

2024-05-24T06:55+0200devdiscourse (en)

According to the latest update from the authority, "Moderate rainfall is likely to occur at one or two places in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram districts, while light rainfall is likely at one or two places in all other districts of Kerala.

India News | Moderate to Light Rainfall Expected Across Kerala; Cyclone Brewing in Bay of Bengal

2024-05-24T06:45+0200latestly (en)

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has issued a forecast for moderate rainfall in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram on Friday.

Potential record-setting hurricane season is forecast and may weaken energy demand, prices

2024-05-24T06:28+0200spglobal (en)

17-25 named storms, up from 14.7 for 1991-2023; Eight to 13 hurricanes, up from 7.2 for 1991-2023; Four to seven major hurricanes, up from 3.2 for 1991-2023. At the high end of the forecast, the season could equal 2020's record seven major hurricanes and approach 2020's record 30 named storms and 2005's record 15 hurricanes.

Moderate to light rainfall expected across Kerala

2024-05-24T06:25+0200aninews (en)

; cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal. ANI | Updated: May 24, 2024 09:55 IST. Thiruvananthapuram ( ) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Authority has issued a for moderate rainfall in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram on Friday.

Atlantic faces 'extraordinary' hurricane season

2024-05-24T04:42+0200thenews-pk (en)

A composite image shows Hurricane Lee churning towards the Caribbean after intensifying into a major storm, September 8, 2023. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. — Reuters. WASHINGTON: The North Atlantic hurricane season, which starts on June 1, is forecast to be “extraordinary,” with....

Warning within the US for one of many worst hurricane seasons since data started

2024-05-24T04:13+0200breakinglatest (en)

New Research Shows Hurricanes Growing Three Times Faster Near US Coastline, According to NOAA. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a regarding warning on Thursday, stating that the United States could possibly be in for one of the extreme hurricane seasons on report.

2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicted to be 'extraordinary'15 mins ago 3m read

2024-05-24T04:06+0200newsday-USA (en)

Underlying this year's outlook were warming Atlantic Ocean waters and climate patterns historically associated with a busy hurricane season, NOAA climate scientists said. NOAA started its May hurricane outlooks in 1999. For eight consecutive years, the federal agency has forecast Atlantic hurricane....

Atlantic faces ‘extraordinary’ hurricane season, says US agency

2024-05-24T03:51+0200malaymail (en)

WASHINGTON, May 24 — The North Atlantic hurricane season, which starts on June 1, is forecast to be “extraordinary”, with up to seven storms of Category 3 or higher expected, the US NOAA weather agency said yesterday. Category 3 hurricanes pack wind speeds over 178 kilometres an hour and wreak....

NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-24T03:23+0200wattsupwiththat (en)

A summary infographic showing hurricane season probability and numbers of named storms predicted from NOAA’s 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook. (Image credit: NOAA) Download Image “With another active hurricane season approaching, NOAA’s commitment to keeping every American informed with....

Updated: This hurricane season could be among the worst in decades, NOAA warns

2024-05-24T02:48+0200spokesman (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warned Thursday that the United States could face one of its worst hurricane seasons in two decades as the agency issued its most aggressive outlook ever. Government meteorologists predicted 17 to 25 tropical storms and said eight to 13 of them are....

Dangerous Brew: Ocean Heat and La Nina Combo Likely Mean more Atlantic Hurricanes This Summer

2024-05-24T02:46+0200thenationalherald (en)

WASHINGTON — Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There’s an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season that starts in June will be above average in storm....

Dangerous brew: Ocean heat and La Nina combo likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-24T02:37+0200triblive (en)

WASHINGTON Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There’s an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season that starts in June will be above average in storm activity,....

NOAA Predicts 'Extraordinary' Atlantic Hurricane Season as Ocean Temperatures Soar

2024-05-24T02:10+0200commondreams (en)

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warned Thursday that it expects "above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year" due to rising ocean temperatures related to the climate emergency and La Niña conditions in the Pacific Ocean.

Pagasa: Signal No. 1 up in 4 areas as TD Aghon nears

2024-05-24T01:53+0200inquirer (en)

MANILA, Philippines Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Siargao Island and Bucas Grande Islands are under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal number one. This is according to the state weather bureau in its report early Friday morning, May 24. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services....

’Heat dome’ leads to sweltering temperatures in Mexico, Central America and U.S. South

2024-05-24T01:30+0200torontosun (en)

South Florida has been hotter than normal. Miami International Airport recorded a daily high of 96 degrees Fahrenheit (35.6 degrees Celsius) on May 19. That surpassed the temperatures of 86 to 88 degrees (about 30 degrees Celsius) Miami normally sees this time of year. A heat advisory issued by the NWS was in effect for parts of Texas Thursday.

Low pressure area develops into Tropical Depression Aghon

2024-05-24T01:10+0200rappler (en)

Tropical Depression Aghon will be bringing heavy rain, initially to parts of Caraga and Eastern Visayas on Friday, May 24. Signal No. 1 is also raised in a few areas. MANILA, Philippines – The low pressure area inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) developed into a tropical depression at 2 am on Friday, May 24.

Ocean heat and La Nina combo likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-24T00:59+0200wn (en)

Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record. ......

South Florida officials remind residents to prepare as experts predict busy hurricane season

2024-05-24T00:38+0200apnews (en)

MIAMI (AP) — As experts predict one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, officials in South Florida want residents and visitors to prepare and be safe. Miami-Dade County officials and emergency management workers held a news conference Thursday to offer a reminder on between 17 and....

Cape May kicks off Memorial Day weekend with early visitors and new ADA accessible beach mat Cape May unveiled a new accessible beach mat that stretches for more than a mile, just in time for the influx of visitors arriving early for Memorial Day weekend. 1M ago

2024-05-24T00:37+0200cbslocal (en)

CAPE MAY, NJ (CBS) -- From the promenade where American flags line Beach Avenue to the ocean where waves crashed on shore, many people arrived in Cape May early to get a jumpstart on the Memorial Day weekend. "Beat the traffic for sure and try and get some sun while we can," said Melissa Kreppel, who drove down to visit family.

NOAA predicts one of the busiest hurricane seasons this year An average year typically brings 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes. 11M ago 01:55

2024-05-24T00:32+0200cbslocal (en)

NOAA predicts one of the busiest hurricane seasons this year An average year typically brings 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes.

DEPP ‘roadblock’ fear over $24m in projects

2024-05-23T23:55+0200tribune242 (en)

Hope Town told all development needs CEC approval; Council considers suspending all permit applications; Top councillor: Ease of doing business just got harder. By FAY SIMMONS. Tribune Business Reporter. jsimmons@tribunemedia.net. More than $24m worth of development and construction projects....

Mar-a-Lago's Chances of Being Hit With a Hurricane This Year

2024-05-23T23:40+0200newsweek-USA (en)

Forecasters are predicting a relatively aggressive hurricane season this year, and the state of Floridahome to former President Donald Trump is likely to face the brunt of the storms. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its predictions on the 2024 hurricane season on....

Pinellas County Pinellas leaders plead with management company to help mobile home residents Lydia Vazquez 5:19 PM, May 23, 2024

2024-05-23T23:30+0200abcactionnews (en)

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla — Over the years we've shown you the numerous challenges of people living at Twin City Mobile Home Community. In the fall, after Hurricane Idalia, residents were told their homes were considered substantially damaged and had until June 1 to come up to code or move out.

2024 Could Be Among Most Active Hurricane Seasons Ever

2024-05-23T23:27+0200eos (en)

The agency estimates an 85% chance that this year’s hurricane activity will be above normal, with up to 25 named storms and up to 13 hurricanes. Four to seven of those hurricanes are forecast to reach major hurricane strength ( categories 3, 4, and 5), according to the report.

MIL-OSI USA: Sen. Menendez Announces $83.3 in Funding to Improve Public Transit Accessibility in New Jersey

2024-05-23T22:46+0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Jersey Bob Menendez WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) today announced over $83.3 million in federal funding to improve public transit accessibility and make other improvements at one of New Jersey’s busiest public transit stations.

How much of our extreme weather is due to climate change?

2024-05-23T22:42+0200rnz-co-nz (en)

, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. For a long time when asked this question, climate scientists simply shook their heads. They had been telling people that global warming was making many storms, floods, and weather events worse – but when asked: “by how much?” – they didn’t have an answer.

How much of our extreme weather is due to climate change?

2024-05-23T22:39+0200radionz (en)

, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. For a long time when asked this question, climate scientists simply shook their heads. They had been telling people that global warming was making many storms, floods, and weather events worse – but when asked: “by how much?” – they didn’t have an answer.

Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why

2024-05-23T21:48+0200dailyvoice-orangetown (en)

NOAA's GOES-16 satellite captured Hurricane Idalia approaching the western coast of Florida on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023, while Hurricane Franklin churned in the Atlantic Ocean. Photo Credit: NOAA Satellites A summary graphic showing an alphabetical list of the 2024 Atlantic tropical cyclone names as selected by the World Meteorological Organization.

NOAA 2024 hurricane season forecast warns of more storms than ever. Here's why. The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year. 3H ago

2024-05-23T21:42+0200baltimore-cbslocal (en)

MIAMI The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its 2024 forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season, which officially starts on June 1. NOAA's report predicts an "above average" hurricane season with 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 hurricanes, and 4 to 7 major hurricanes of category 3 or higher.

NOAA Issues Its Most Aggressive Storm Forecast Yet Ahead Of Hurricane Season

2024-05-23T21:41+0200huffingtonpost-us-en (en)

Researchers at Colorado State University last month said they anticipate 23 named storms — and of them, 11 hurricanes, five of which will reach major hurricane strength. AccuWeather’s meteorologists said they expect 20-25 named storms, including eight to 12 hurricanes and of them, four to seven major hurricanes.

‘Heat dome’ causes sweltering temperatures in parts of Texas, Mexico and Central America

2024-05-23T21:40+0200dallasnews (en)

Extreme heat in Mexico, Central America and parts of the U.S. South has left millions of people in sweltering temperatures, strained energy grids and resulted in iconic Meteorologists say the conditions have been caused by what some refer to as a heat dome — an area of strong high pressure centered....

Atlantic to get ‘extraordinary’ hurricane season

2024-05-23T21:39+0200nationnews (en)

Normally you’d expect three major hurricanes in a season. As many as 13 Atlantic hurricanes of category one or above are forecast for the period, which runs from June to November. Record high sea surface temperatures are partly to blame, as is a likely shift in regional weather patterns.

Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why

2024-05-23T21:35+0200dailyvoice-northrockland (en)

NOAA's GOES-16 satellite captured Hurricane Idalia approaching the western coast of Florida on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023, while Hurricane Franklin churned in the Atlantic Ocean. Photo Credit: NOAA Satellites A summary graphic showing an alphabetical list of the 2024 Atlantic tropical cyclone names as selected by the World Meteorological Organization.

‘Heat Dome’ Leads to Sweltering Temperatures in Mexico, Central America and U.S.

2024-05-23T21:32+0200time (en)

from trees. Meteorologists say the conditions have been caused by what some refer to as a heat dome — an area of strong high pressure centered over the southern Gulf of Mexico and northern Central America that blocked clouds from forming and caused extensive sunshine and hot temperatures.

Above-Normal 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted

2024-05-23T21:25+0200oceannews (en)

NOAA is forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher). Of those, 8 to 13 are forecast to become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 4 to 7 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). Forecasters have a 70% confidence in these ranges.

Harvard Students Walk Out of Commencement Protesting Suspensions

2024-05-23T21:24+0200flipboard (en)

CNN — When I was growing up, most of my South Asian friends and peers were pushed into medical careers. I was able to go in a different direction, initially attending law school, only to realize early in my first semester that a legal career wasn’t what I wanted.

Sweltering heat has Howler monkeys in Mexico dropping dead from trees

2024-05-23T21:21+0200theglobeandmail (en)

Extreme heat in Mexico, Central America and parts of the U.S. South has left millions of people in sweltering temperatures, strained energy grids and resulted in iconic Howler monkeys in Mexico dropping dead from trees. Meteorologists say the conditions have been caused by what some refer to as a....

What to Expect This Hurricane Season

2024-05-23T21:13+0200usnews (en)

“All the ingredients are definitely in place to have an active season,” Ken Graham, the director of the National Weather Service, said at a press conference. “It's reason to be concerned, of course, but not alarmed.” NOAA forecasted 17-25 named storms for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June 1 to Nov.

Canada set to see above-normal hurricane season: ‘Be prepared’

2024-05-23T21:09+0200globalnews (en)

Canadians and Americans along the Atlantic coast are being urged to prepare now as forecasters are predicting an above-normal season. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in its 2024 forecast Thursday said there is an 85 per cent chance of an above-normal season, with....

NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-23T21:09+0200loophaiti (en)

NOAA National Weather Service forecasters predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year. NOAA’s outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which spans from June 1 to November 30, predicts an 85 per cent chance of an above-normal season, a 10 per cent chance of a....

NOAA predicts ‘highest-ever’ number of named storms in 2024 preseason forecast

2024-05-23T21:07+0200mercurynews (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday said that the 2024 hurricane season has an 85% chance of being above normal, forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms, and of those, eight to 13 are expected to become hurricanes. These numbers are the “highest ever” that NOAA has issued for its May outlook.

NOAA predicts ‘highest-ever’ number of named storms in 2024 preseason forecast

2024-05-23T21:05+0200eastbaytimes (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday said that the 2024 hurricane season has an 85% chance of being above normal, forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms, and of those, eight to 13 are expected to become hurricanes. These numbers are the “highest ever” that NOAA has issued for its May outlook.

Ocean heat, La Nina likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-23T21:00+0200manilametro (en)

WASHINGTON - Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There's an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season starting in June will be above average in storm activity,....

Emmy Russell discusses time on 'American Idol,' what's next for her music

2024-05-23T20:57+0200tennessean (en)

Nashville singer-songwriter Emmy Russell came out of her shell on "American Idol" this season. She battled stage fright and self-doubt with America watching, and now she feels more herself than she ever has. The 25-year-old granddaughter of Loretta Lynn left Music City for Hollywood, vying her way to the Top 5 of the singing show's 22nd season.

Dangerous brew: Ocean heat and La Nina combo likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-23T20:54+0200apanews-en (en)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There’s an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season that starts in June will be above average in storm....

The 'heat dome' leads to high temperatures in Central America and the southern US

2024-05-23T20:51+0200exbulletin (en)

Extreme heat in Mexico, Central America and parts of the southern US has left millions in freezing temperatures, strained power grids and resulted in Mexico's iconic howler monkeys falling dead from trees. Meteorologists say the conditions were caused by what some call a heat dome, an area of....

Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why

2024-05-23T20:46+0200dailyvoice-clarkstown (en)

Get set for what could potentially be one of the most active hurricane seasons ever, according to a brand-new forecast by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center. NOAA's GOES-16 satellite captured Hurricane Idalia approaching the western coast of Florida on Tuesday, Aug.

Island Power and Wildfire Challenges: Navigating Reliability

2024-05-23T20:37+0200tdworld (en)

We had the privilege of traveling to Hawaii’s Big Island about 13 years ago. It wasn’t a trip that we had planned; my husband’s company sent him to work on an engineering project there, so I tagged along. It was one of the best trips I have taken. The island is magical and beautiful.

Lineworker Focus: Colton and Dalton Dial

2024-05-23T20:37+0200tdworld (en)

Duke Energy Born and raised in Mount Dora, Florida. Colton is married to McKenzie, and they have a five-month-old son, Hudson and Dalton is married to Aeryn. Enjoys working out together every month, playing golf, taking the boat out and going fishing and doing just about everything together.

Government Forecasters Issue Most Dire Hurricane Season Prediction In Their History—Here’s Why

2024-05-23T20:31+0200forbes (en)

Topline. With just one week to go before the official start of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, meteorologists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are predicting the busiest storm season the agency has ever forecasted—a potentially devastating warning for the East Coast and....

NOAA Predicts 8 to 13 Atlantic Hurricanes for 2024

2024-05-23T20:30+0200ecowatch (en)

(NOAA)’s Climate Prediction Center has forecast an “above-normal” Atlantic hurricane season for 2024, with a projected range of 17 to 25 named storms, of which eight to 13 are predicted to become hurricanes, a press release from NOAA said. It is the most storms ever predicted by NOAA in a preseason forecast, said Rick Spinrad, NOAA’s director.

NOAA predicts ‘highest-ever’ number of named storms in 2024 preseason forecast

2024-05-23T20:29+0200news-herald (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday said that the 2024 hurricane season has an 85% chance of being above normal, forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms, and of those, eight to 13 are expected to become hurricanes. These numbers are the “highest ever” that NOAA has issued for its May outlook.

NOAA 2024 hurricane season forecast warns of more storms than ever. Here's why. The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year. 2H ago

2024-05-23T20:25+0200cbslocal (en)

MIAMI The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its 2024 forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season, which officially starts on June 1. NOAA's report predicts an "above average" hurricane season with 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 hurricanes, and 4 to 7 major hurricanes of category 3 or higher.

NOAA predicts ‘highest-ever’ number of named storms in 2024 preseason forecast

2024-05-23T20:23+0200dailybreeze (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday said that the 2024 hurricane season has an 85% chance of being above normal, forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms, and of those, eight to 13 are expected to become hurricanes. These numbers are the “highest ever” that NOAA has issued for its May outlook.

NOAA predicts ‘highest-ever’ number of named storms in 2024 preseason forecast

2024-05-23T20:21+0200whittierdailynews (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday said that the 2024 hurricane season has an 85% chance of being above normal, forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms, and of those, eight to 13 are expected to become hurricanes. These numbers are the “highest ever” that NOAA has issued for its May outlook.

NOAA predicts ‘highest-ever’ number of named storms in 2024 preseason forecast

2024-05-23T20:13+0200dailynews (en)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday said that the 2024 hurricane season has an 85% chance of being above normal, forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms, and of those, eight to 13 are expected to become hurricanes. These numbers are the “highest ever” that NOAA has issued for its May outlook.

Ocean heat, La Nina likely mean more Atlantic hurricanes this summer

2024-05-23T20:13+0200singaporestar (en)

WASHINGTON - Get ready for what nearly all the experts think will be one of the busiest Atlantic hurricane seasons on record, thanks to unprecedented ocean heat and a brewing La Nina. There's an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season starting in June will be above average in storm activity,....

Is climate change making hurricanes worse? 2 hrs ago NewsScience & Environment

2024-05-23T20:12+0200bbc-future (en)

There also seems to have been a slowdown in the speed at which hurricanes move across the Earth's surface. This typically brings more rainfall for a given location. For example, in 2017 Hurricane Harvey "stalled" over Houston, releasing In some places, the average location where tropical cyclones....

Atlantic to get 'extraordinary' hurricane season

2024-05-23T20:12+0200bbc-future (en)

The North Atlantic could get as many as seven major hurricanes of category three strength or over this year, which would be more than double the usual number, the US weather agency NOAA has warned. Normally you'd expect three major hurricanes in a season.

Atlantic Faces 'Extraordinary' Hurricane Season: US Agency

2024-05-23T20:12+0200ibtimes (en)

The North Atlantic hurricane season, which starts on June 1, is forecast to be "extraordinary," with up to seven storms of Category 3 or higher expected, the US NOAA weather agency said Thursday. Category 3 hurricanes pack wind speeds over 111 miles (178 kilometers) an hour and wreak devastating....

NOAA forecasts ‘extraordinary’ year for Atlantic hurricanes

2024-05-23T20:12+0200eep (en)

NOAA predicted a record hurricane season Thursday, forecasting that up to 25 named tropical storms will hit the Atlantic basin this year, including four to seven major hurricanes. The 2024 season, which officially begins next week, “is looking to be an extraordinary one in a number of ways,” said....

Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why

2024-05-23T20:04+0200dailyvoice-ramapo (en)

Get set for what could potentially be one of the most active hurricane seasons ever, according to a brand-new forecast by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center. NOAA's GOES-16 satellite captured Hurricane Idalia approaching the western coast of Florida on Tuesday, Aug.

NOAA issues its most aggressive hurricane season forecast on record

2024-05-23T19:39+0200foxweather (en)

Overall, NOAA gives an 85% chance of an above-average season. It would be the eighth season in the last 10 to be above the 1991-2020 average. Another measurement in NOAA's hurricane forecasting toolkit is Accumulated Cyclone Energy Index (ACE), which measures the combined intensity and duration of all named storms.

NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season: See their prediction

2024-05-23T19:32+0200fox35orlando (en)

NOAA has released its seasonal hurricane outlook for the Atlantic basin, and due to warm waters and a diminishing El Niño, the agency believes the year could be ferocious. The agency anticipates between 17-25 named storms will form, with 8-13 becoming hurricanes with winds of at least 74 mph.

NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

2024-05-23T19:05+0200reliefWeb (en)

A summary infographic showing hurricane season probability and numbers of named storms predicted from NOAA's 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook. © NOAA. Attachments La Nina and warmer-than-average ocean temperatures are major drivers of tropical activity.

NOAA predicts a below-normal 2024 central Pacific hurricane season

2024-05-23T18:58+0200reliefWeb (en)

and NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center , calls for 14 tropical cyclones across the central Pacific Hurricane region. A near-normal season has 4 or 5 tropical cyclones, which include tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes. Overall, there is a 50% chance of below-normal tropical cyclone activity.

ALLISTER AALDERS: 'Extraordinary' 2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicted

2024-05-23T18:38+0200saltwire (en)

Experts are saying not to be alarmed but rather prepared for what’s expected to be an Atlantic hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released their outlook for the season that officially begins June 1 and predicts an 85 per cent chance of an above normal season.

NOAA forecasts highest-ever number of named storms for 2024 Atlantic season

2024-05-23T18:25+0200upi (en)

May 23 (UPI) -- The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1, and forecasters are predicting an exceptionally active season. If the National Hurricane Center's early forecast , released Thursday, is right, the North Atlantic could see 17 to 25 named storms, eight to 13 hurricanes, and four to seven major hurricanes by the end of November.

NOAA 2024 hurricane season forecast warns of more storms than ever. Here's why. The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year. updated 32M ago

2024-05-23T18:05+0200cbslocal (en)

MIAMI The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its 2024 forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season, which officially starts on June 1. NOAA's report predicts an "above average" hurricane season with 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 hurricanes, and 4 to 7 major hurricanes of category 3 or higher.

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