Torrential rains kill one in South Korea while Philippine capital battles major flooding

Torrential rains have caused significant flooding and damage in both South Korea and the Philippines. In South Korea, over 800mm of rain in Geoje triggered a landslide that killed one person and injured four others. The heavy downpours have also led to evacuations, power outages, and flooded schools. Meanwhile, the Philippine capital, Manila, is experiencing major flooding, causing the government to suspend work and schools to move to online learning. These monsoon rains, exacerbated by a recent storm, have already resulted in at least 23 deaths and affected millions in the northern Philippines, with many remaining in emergency shelters.

Torrential rains have caused significant disruption in both South Korea and the Philippines. In southern South Korea, heavy rainfall since Saturday has resulted in one death from a landslide in Geoje and four injuries. Approximately 390 people have evacuated, and thousands of homes experienced power outages. Meanwhile, in the Philippines, monsoon rains flooded major streets in metropolitan Manila and surrounding provinces, leading the government to suspend work and cancel classes. These ongoing monsoon rains, along with a recent storm, have caused at least 23 deaths and affected millions across the country, with many still in emergency shelters.

Torrential rains in South Korea's Gyeongsang province caused a landslide in Geoje on Monday morning, killing one person and injuring two others. The landslide buried the first floor of an apartment building, and rescuers recovered three individuals, one of whom later died. Geoje experienced record rainfall, with 124.5mm falling in a single hour, the highest recorded since 1972, and over 400mm in a single night. This extreme weather event is part of wider heavy rainfall affecting East and Southeast Asia, including China, Japan, and the Philippines. Authorities in Geoje closed tourist attractions and suspended bus services and waste collection due to flooded and damaged roads.

Heavy rains have triggered deadly floods and landslides across Kenya, resulting in at least 18 fatalities. The incidents, primarily occurring in central and eastern regions including Tharaka Nithi, Elgeyo-Marakwet, and Kiambu counties, have caused significant damage to property and infrastructure, displacing multiple families. Streets in the capital, Nairobi, are submerged, impacting businesses and daily life. This follows a similar deadly flood event in March, highlighting the severe impact of the current March-May rainy season. Authorities have warned of health risks from waterborne diseases and potential crop damage, with experts attributing the exacerbation of these weather conditions to climate change.