Droughts, floods, wildfires: 2024 natural disasters in pictures
2024 witnessed unprecedented global climate emergencies with significant human and structural losses, reflecting the urgent need for climate action and preparedness.
Typhoon Yagi: Evacuations in Hanoi as death toll passes 150 DW 09/11/2024
Typhoon Yagi has led to mass evacuations and significant casualties in Vietnam as floodwaters threaten major cities
The storm's impact is exacerbated by climate change, increasing the likelihood of future intense weather events
At least 233 dead in Vietnam following Typhoon Yagi's aftermath
The aftermath of Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 233 deaths and numerous missing persons in Vietnam, with extensive rescue efforts ongoing.
Hanoi Floods as Landslides and Rising Rivers Push Typhoon Death Toll to 143
Typhoon Yagi has devastated Vietnam, resulting in 143 deaths and highlighting the country's vulnerability to extreme weather exacerbated by climate change.
Myanmar: Death toll from floods rises to 226 DW 09/17/2024
Flooding in Myanmar from Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 226 deaths and affected 631,000 people, obstructing vital aid delivery.
Typhoon Yagi death toll reaches 74 in Myanmar
Typhoon Yagi caused devastating flooding in Myanmar, resulting in at least 74 deaths and 89 missing, with rescue efforts hampered by ongoing civil conflict.
Myanmar ravaged by floods as Vietnam begins cleanup after Typhoon Yagi
Flooding in Myanmar and neighboring countries has resulted in displacement, significant destruction, and a rising death toll due to Typhoon Yagi.
Typhoon Yagi: Evacuations in Hanoi as death toll passes 150 DW 09/11/2024
Typhoon Yagi has led to mass evacuations and significant casualties in Vietnam as floodwaters threaten major cities
The storm's impact is exacerbated by climate change, increasing the likelihood of future intense weather events
At least 233 dead in Vietnam following Typhoon Yagi's aftermath
The aftermath of Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 233 deaths and numerous missing persons in Vietnam, with extensive rescue efforts ongoing.
Hanoi Floods as Landslides and Rising Rivers Push Typhoon Death Toll to 143
Typhoon Yagi has devastated Vietnam, resulting in 143 deaths and highlighting the country's vulnerability to extreme weather exacerbated by climate change.
Myanmar: Death toll from floods rises to 226 DW 09/17/2024
Flooding in Myanmar from Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 226 deaths and affected 631,000 people, obstructing vital aid delivery.
Typhoon Yagi death toll reaches 74 in Myanmar
Typhoon Yagi caused devastating flooding in Myanmar, resulting in at least 74 deaths and 89 missing, with rescue efforts hampered by ongoing civil conflict.
Myanmar ravaged by floods as Vietnam begins cleanup after Typhoon Yagi
Flooding in Myanmar and neighboring countries has resulted in displacement, significant destruction, and a rising death toll due to Typhoon Yagi.
Death toll from Vietnam storm rises to 87 with 70 missing, state media say
Typhoon Yagi caused extensive damage in Vietnam, resulting in 87 deaths and significant infrastructure loss due to flooding and landslides.
Why Super Typhoons Like Yagi Are More Common Than You'd Think
Super Typhoon Yagi is the strongest storm in a decade, with winds reaching 150 mph and significant impacts expected in southern China.
World Risk Report: Where are natural disasters most common? DW 09/09/2024
The Philippines ranks as the highest risk country for natural disasters, facing extreme weather and significant societal vulnerabilities.
Super Typhoon Yagi: Rains lash China ahead of landfall DW 09/06/2024
Super Typhoon Yagi, one of the strongest storms in a decade, is set to impact southern China and Vietnam after devastating the Philippines.
UNICEF says six million children in Southeast Asia affected by Typhoon Yagi
Typhoon Yagi has severely impacted Southeast Asian children, creating an urgent need for clean water and essential services due to extensive flooding and landslides.
Super Typhoon Yagi, one of 2024's most powerful storms, heads toward China
China is preparing for Super Typhoon Yagi, one of its strongest storms with severe winds and potential flooding, emphasizing the storm's intensity and impact.
Death toll from Vietnam storm rises to 87 with 70 missing, state media say
Typhoon Yagi caused extensive damage in Vietnam, resulting in 87 deaths and significant infrastructure loss due to flooding and landslides.
Why Super Typhoons Like Yagi Are More Common Than You'd Think
Super Typhoon Yagi is the strongest storm in a decade, with winds reaching 150 mph and significant impacts expected in southern China.
World Risk Report: Where are natural disasters most common? DW 09/09/2024
The Philippines ranks as the highest risk country for natural disasters, facing extreme weather and significant societal vulnerabilities.
Super Typhoon Yagi: Rains lash China ahead of landfall DW 09/06/2024
Super Typhoon Yagi, one of the strongest storms in a decade, is set to impact southern China and Vietnam after devastating the Philippines.
UNICEF says six million children in Southeast Asia affected by Typhoon Yagi
Typhoon Yagi has severely impacted Southeast Asian children, creating an urgent need for clean water and essential services due to extensive flooding and landslides.
Super Typhoon Yagi, one of 2024's most powerful storms, heads toward China
China is preparing for Super Typhoon Yagi, one of its strongest storms with severe winds and potential flooding, emphasizing the storm's intensity and impact.
Typhoon Yagi: dozens dead in Vietnam in region's most powerful storm this year
Typhoon Yagi caused at least 24 deaths and many injuries in northern Vietnam, with continuing flood risks.
Thousands flee homes in Vietnam as Typhoon Yagi death toll climbs to 127
Typhoon Yagi has caused significant destruction in northern Vietnam, leading to 127 fatalities and widespread evacuations as storm impacts continue.
At least 24 dead in Vietnam after Typhoon Yagi triggered landslides, floods
Typhoon Yagi caused significant destruction in Vietnam, resulting in at least 24 deaths and widespread environmental damage from floods and landslides.
Typhoon Yagi Leaves Over 220 Dead, 70 Missing in War-Torn Myanmar
Typhoon Yagi caused extensive devastation in Myanmar, resulting in over 226 deaths and significant infrastructure damage amid existing humanitarian crises.
Typhoon Yagi's Vietnam Death Toll Rises to 233, While Over 100 People Remain Missing
The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam has risen to 233, with hundreds injured and more still missing.
Evacuations ordered and airports closed as Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam
Super Typhoon Yagi is among the most powerful storms to hit northern Vietnam in the last decade, causing widespread damage and evacuations.
Typhoon Yagi: dozens dead in Vietnam in region's most powerful storm this year
Typhoon Yagi caused at least 24 deaths and many injuries in northern Vietnam, with continuing flood risks.
Thousands flee homes in Vietnam as Typhoon Yagi death toll climbs to 127
Typhoon Yagi has caused significant destruction in northern Vietnam, leading to 127 fatalities and widespread evacuations as storm impacts continue.
At least 24 dead in Vietnam after Typhoon Yagi triggered landslides, floods
Typhoon Yagi caused significant destruction in Vietnam, resulting in at least 24 deaths and widespread environmental damage from floods and landslides.
Typhoon Yagi Leaves Over 220 Dead, 70 Missing in War-Torn Myanmar
Typhoon Yagi caused extensive devastation in Myanmar, resulting in over 226 deaths and significant infrastructure damage amid existing humanitarian crises.
Typhoon Yagi's Vietnam Death Toll Rises to 233, While Over 100 People Remain Missing
The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam has risen to 233, with hundreds injured and more still missing.
Evacuations ordered and airports closed as Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam
Super Typhoon Yagi is among the most powerful storms to hit northern Vietnam in the last decade, causing widespread damage and evacuations.
Typhoon Yagi Kills at Least 14 in Vietnam as Officials Warn of Heavy Rain and Flooding Risk
Typhoon Yagi caused significant damage in Vietnam, with fatalities and extensive agricultural disruption, highlighting the impact of climate change on storms.
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Typhoon Yagi Kills at Least 14 in Vietnam as Officials Warn of Heavy Rain and Flooding Risk
Typhoon Yagi caused significant damage in Vietnam, with fatalities and extensive agricultural disruption, highlighting the impact of climate change on storms.
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Flooding sweeps away bus, bridge collapses in Vietnam as storm deaths rise to 59 after typhoon
Heavy flooding and landslides in Vietnam following Typhoon Yagi have resulted in significant casualties, infrastructure collapse, and business disruptions.
China's south braces for super Typhoon Yagi DW 09/05/2024
Typhoon Yagi has intensified into a super typhoon, prompting closures in southern China and raising concerns for severe impacts due to heavy rainfall.
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