SEOUL, South Korea—Heavy downpours lashed South Korea for a ninth day on Monday as rescue workers struggled to search for survivors in landslides, buckled homes, and swamped vehicles in the most destructive storm to hit the country this year. At least 40 people have died, 34 others are injured and more than 10,000 people have…
South Korea’s Death Toll From Destructive Rainstorm Grows to 40 as Workers Search for Survivors
Storm System Moves Into Southern California, Flooding Some Streets
December 11, 2022
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LOS ANGELES—Steady rain fell on the Southland Dec. 11, with minor flooding, mud, and debris flows closing some roads. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works reported Sunday morning that Lake Hughes Road, between Pine Canyon and Dry Gulch roads in Lake Hughes, was closed due to mud and debris on the roadway. The…
At Least 16 Dead, 18 Missing in Flash Flood in Western China
BEIJING—A sudden rainstorm in western China triggered a landslide that diverted a river and caused flash flooding in populated areas, killing at least 16 people and leaving 18 others missing, Chinese state media said Thursday. Rescuers, who earlier reported 36 people missing, had found 18 of them by early afternoon, state broadcaster CCTV said in…
Evaluate Lot Drainage Characteristics
Dear James: Our last house had drainage problems after storms. When we select a lot to build our new house, what steps should be taken to evaluate possible drainage issues? — Jessica R. Dear Jessica: When selecting a lot for a new house, most people think poor drainage can just make the yard muddy or…
Officials Warn of Elevated Bacteria Levels in Orange County Oceans Following Rainstorm
Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) officials advised swimmers to avoid coastal waters Oct. 25 after a massive rainstorm made its way down to the Southland. “Swimmers should avoid coastal waters impacted by discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers, and beach users should avoid contact with any runoff on the beach during dry or wet…
1 Dead, Others Trapped After Hong Kong Scaffolding Collapses
HONG KONG—One worker died and others were trapped Friday when a major rainstorm blew traditional bamboo scaffolding off the side of a building under construction in Hong Kong, officials and reports said. The city was battered by heavy rain and high winds as other parts of the country also experienced dangerous weather conditions. Local media…
Southern Europe Battles Wildfires as North Cleans up After Floods
ATHENS—Wildfires burned in regions across southern Europe on Monday, fuelled by hot weather and strong winds, as some northern countries cleaned up after a weekend of torrential rain and flooding. In Greece, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said firefighters had battled around 50 fires during the past 24 hours and it was likely there would be…
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