Thousands urged to higher ground as Australia battles floods
The flooding came with heavy rain from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper, leaving tens of thousands without power and forcing evacuations.
Mon Dec 18 2023
Storm-weary California lashed with 12th 'atmospheric river' cloudbursts
More than 14,000 people were ordered to seek higher ground due to flooding with evacuation warnings issued for another 47,000 residents.
Wed Mar 22 2023
Villagers claim Lahad Datu hit by worst floods since 2006
People living in the area had anticipated the floods by moving their belongings to higher ground but did not expect the floods to be worst.
Thu Jan 26 2023
Communication equipment in flood-prone areas to be modified - Annuar
The Ministry of Communications and Multimedia (K-KOMM) plans to modify some equipment from telecommunication substations that are in flood-prone areas so that they can be placed on higher grounds.
Mon Mar 21 2022
Floods: Man stays up all night for the sake of his chickens
Ismail worked doggedly through the night to evacuate his 57 chickens to higher grounds.
Sat Feb 06 2021
Fishermen beach traditional boats in preparation for monsoon season
The fishing community at Kampung Pulau Gajah, Pantai Sabak will come together each monsoon season to haul their traditional boats or perahu kolek to higher grounds.
Sat Nov 14 2020
Typhoon Koppu slams into the Philippines
Typhoon Koppu slammed into the Philippines, as thousands were evacuated to higher ground.
Sun Oct 18 2015
Dr Mahathir's solution to flood woes
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad suggested that the first floor of buildings and houses be raised in order to prevent floods and reduce damages.
Fri Jan 03 2014