South Korea’s Record Wildfire Crisis: Over 6,800 Displaced
South Korea faces its deadliest wildfire on record, with 30 fatalities, thousands displaced, and emergency crews battling blazes in Gyeongsangbuk-do since March 21.
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South Korea faces its deadliest wildfire on record, with 30 fatalities, thousands displaced, and emergency crews battling blazes in Gyeongsangbuk-do since March 21.
A magnitude-7.7 earthquake near Mandalay, Myanmar, causes building collapse in Bangkok, leaving 10 dead and over 100 missing as rescue efforts continue.
UN launches relief efforts after 7.7-magnitude quake leaves 144 dead in Myanmar, with tremors felt across Southeast Asia. Regional economic impacts under scrutiny.
A magnitude-7.7 earthquake in Myanmar leaves 144 dead, impacts Thailand and China, and triggers a $5 million UN emergency aid package.
Magnitude-7.7 quake in Myanmar triggers building collapse in Bangkok, Thailand, prompting state of emergency and cross-border rescue operations.
China swiftly deploys rescue teams to Yunnan after a magnitude-7.9 earthquake in Myanmar, highlighting regional cooperation in disaster response.
Deadly wildfires in South Korea leave 27 dead, destroy ancient temples, and prompt mass evacuations, highlighting climate challenges.
A South Korean helicopter pilot died battling massive wildfires that have killed 18 people and displaced thousands, as authorities escalate crisis response efforts.
At least 59 dead in North Macedonia nightclub fire caused by pyrotechnics; 20 arrests made, including officials. Safety concerns raised globally.
Heavy flooding paralyzes Jakarta, killing one and displacing thousands as authorities scramble to address infrastructure vulnerabilities and climate risks.
Students in Xizang return to classrooms after January’s earthquake, supported by temporary schools and psychological care amid ongoing reconstruction efforts.
Vice Premier Liu Guozhong emphasizes comprehensive rescue operations and disaster prevention following a landslide in Sichuan Province, ensuring prompt assistance and safety measures for affected residents.