Nature's Fury Leaves Thousands Struggling theme
Nature's fury may be a force to be reckoned with, but let's hope humanity's ingenuity can still outrun it.
Nepal's Deadly Landslide and Floods Leave Thousands Missing and Uncertain "In Nepal a disaster was triggered by a landslide and flood that affected many people, with over 3,000 missing after being swept away by the mudslides. A harrowing scene of the extent of the damage dares all landscapes in Nepal where planes have crashed but most of the remaining survivors remain unaccounted for. Many people are cut off from the world as bridges and roads were washed away. The rescue efforts are complicated, as many people cannot contact anyone in their area. Difficult search-and-rescue operations have been initiated, but it seems like a long way to recovery. People seek information about their loved ones on updated lists, at the same time as relatives wait for some news from them." See article on SVT News.
Deadly Floods Hit Grand Canyon in Arizona, Leaving Trail of Destruction Deadly Floods Hit Grand Canyon in Arizona, Leaving Trail of Destruction A devastating flood has hit the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA, leaving at least one person dead and 15 missing. The sudden storm surge swept through the Colorado River, carrying large rocks, metal structures and debris downstream. Over 100 people have been evacuated from the area, including around 60 tourists staying at Phantom Ranch and about 50 hikers from Bright Angel Campground. The authorities are still searching for those who went missing. The body of a 46-year-old man was found dead near Crystal Rapids on Sunday evening. The floods also damaged the only water supply that feeds tourists and residents in the national park, forcing officials to shut down Bright Angel Campground, Phantom Ranch and parts of North Kaibab Trail. Heavy rainfall fell over the area in just 30 minutes, with up to 25mm of rain pouring down. The Colorado River has been closed off due to fording, as authorities struggle to respond to the disaster. With the damage assessed, tourists will no longer be allowed to camp overnight from Monday, and locals have been warned to conserve water resources. See article on SVT News.