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The Typhoon ‘Melor’ or local name ‘Nona’ entered the Philippines Area of Responsibilities (PAR) in the morning of 12 December 2015. It made several landfalls on 14 – 15 December 2015 with sustained wind peaking up to 160 kph. On 19 December, the typhoon was gradually weaken and dissipate. IMPACT - As of 21 December 2015, the Philippine’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported 40 people have died and more than 199,854 houses are damaged. So far, 362,753 people were served inside and outside evacuation centres in five affected regions in the central part of the Philippines - Based on the most recent information from NDRRMC (Situation Report No 16, 21 December 2015), the Typhoon have claimed 40 lives and 199,854 houses were destroyed. There are 362,753 people were served inside and outside evacuation centres in Regions III, IV-A, IV-B, V and VIII. - Three days after the typhoon dissipated, flooding are still reported in in Regions I, III, IV-B and NCR. Floodings were reported in 425 areas where 150 of them are already subsided. An estimation cost of damage to infrastructure and agriculture from the typhoon, amounted to PHP 4,967,229,199 (USD 64 million) - Four (4) cities and 16 municipalities are still experiencing power interruption. Communication network in most of affected areas are fully restored, but still limited in some areas. A total of 31 roads and 19 bridges are still not passable in Region II, II, IV-A, IV-B, V, VIII and CAR. RESPONSE - The government of the Philippines has made important preparedness effort in responding the typhoon and to minimize the potential impact. Series of Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment (PDRA) Meeting was conducted to coordinate preparedness effort. Prior to the landfall, at least 742,000 people were evacuated to safer places. Relief items as well as personnel were prepositioned to the affected region - The response cluster has been activated since 14 December 2015 to monitor and act accordingly on identified needs and resources for response operations. Food and non-food items have been distributed to the affected areas. A total of PHP 44,955,026 (USD 950,000) worth of relief assistance was provided to the affected regions. - After five provinces declared status of calamity, H.E. President Benigno Aquino III also declared a State of National Calamity through proclamation No. 1186 on 18 December 2015, In order to ensure continuous delivery of response and recovery services to community.

Mon, 04 Jan 2016
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Philippines, Effect of Typhoon Melor (Nona)
Sorsogon, Philippines
AHA-TO-2015-000041-PHL
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The continuous rain has triggered flooding in Perlis and Kedah State . The National Security Council (MKN) was reported to have evacuated several families due to the situation. IMPACT - 127 families were affected in Perlis - At least, 1,000 people were affected by flood in Changlun, Kedah - 438 people were evacuated to 12 evacuation centres in Perlis. RESPONSE - The local government has responded to the situation and evacuated the victims.

Mon, 14 Dec 2015
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Malaysia, Flood in Perlis and Kedah State
Perlis, Malaysia
AHA-FL-2015-000037-MYS
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Tropical Storm VAMCO , which developed 13 September 2015, has also traversed Cambodia on 15 September 2015 causing flooding in several areas. The Government reported that 5 communes in Kampot Province were submerged. IMPACT - 3,600 families were affected - 1,500 ha of agricultural lands were submerged and affected RESPONSE - The Government and Cambodian Red Cross Volunteer evacuating the affected people.

Tue, 01 Dec 2015
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Cambodia, Effect of Storm VAMCO
Kâmpôt, Cambodia
AHA-ST-2015-000036-KHM
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Tropical Storm VAMCO (Typhoon No.3 in Viet Nam), which developed 13 September 2015, has weakened and eventually dissipated on 15 September 2015. The Government of Viet Nam, in their initial assessment report, mentioned damages to the properties and agricultures in Danang City and Provinces of Ha Tinh, Quang Ngai, Quang Nam, Quang Binh, Binh Dinh, Hoa Binh, Phu Tho, Thanh Hoa and Nghe An as a result of the heavy rains. The impact of Storm Vamco is as follows IMPACT - 12 death - 1 missing - 4 injured - 4,231 houses were damaged and inundated - at least 15,000 ha of agricultural lands were affected (as reported by the affected provinces) - fisheries were also affected RESPONSE - The national and local government have taken several actions to raise public awareness on the potential damage and risks. The actions included issuing alerts for the public, monitoring the water level of rivers and dams, and instructing fisherfolks to anchor their boats.

Fri, 16 Oct 2015
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Viet Nam, Effect of Storm VAMCO
Quảng Ngãi, Viet Nam
AHA-ST-2015-000035-VNM
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Flashflood and Landslide occurred in Nan District, Luangprabang Province. Five villages were reportedly affected. According to the Disaster Management Division, Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, the incident has caused death and damages to the property. IMPACT - 4 death - 44 families or 221 people were affected - 9 houses were totally destroyed and 35 houses were damaged - Cost of damages is about 3.8 trillion LAK (484,712 USD) RESPONSE - National and local government have responded to the situation by providing relief items and financial support to the victims.

Sun, 27 Sep 2015
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Lao PDR, Flashflood and Landslide in Luangprabang
Louangphrabang, Lao PDR
AHA-FL-2015-000034-LAO
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Myanmar has experienced torrential rains starting from the end of June. The rains are associated with the Southwest Monsoon, which marks the start of the rainy season in Myanmar. Monsoon season usually begins in May or June and continues until October. The development of a tropical storm over the Bay of Bengal has also enhanced the situation by creating more heavy downpour and thunderstorm over the last days of July. The flooding affected 13 states and regions in Myanmar, which include: Rakhine, Sagaing, Magway, Chin, Ayeyarwady, Bago, Mandalay, Kayin, Kachin, Shan, Mon, Yangon and Tanintharyi. Based on most recent information from NNDMC (15 August), the flood incidents have claimed for IMPACT - 110 death - 1,615,335 people were affected - 333,178 people were displaced - 16,095 houses were damaged - Over 1.4 million acres (or 566,000 ha) of farm land were inundated and 910,000 acres (370,000 ha) were damaged by the floods. RESPONSE - As of 4 August, The Government of Myanmar welcome international humanitarian assistance - At least 2 billion Kyats (USD 1.8 million) has been disbursed to support the flood victims

Tue, 15 Sep 2015
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Myanmar, Flooding in Myanmar
Magway, Myanmar
AHA-FL-2015-000030-MMR
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Typhoon GONI or Ineng has entered the Philippines on 18 August 2015 and exited on 23 August 2015. GONI has affected the northern Luzon with wind sustained up to 160 kph. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has reported flooding and landslide occurrence in Region I, II, III,IV-A, IV-B and CAR. IMPACT - 21 death, 23 injured and 15 missing. - 23,965 families/ 102,488 people were evacuated in Region I, II, IV-A, IV-B and CAR. - 11,115 people stayed inside evacuation centre. - 1,638 houses were damaged. - Cost of damages is estimated to be USD 10 million. RESPONSE - The Government have conducted pre-emptive evacuation. - SAR and damage assessment are being undertaken.

Tue, 15 Sep 2015
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Philippines, Effect of Typhoon Goni (Ineng)
Cagayan, Philippines
AHA-ST-2015-000033-PHL
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On 29 July 2015, the Viet Nam Central Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control reported flooding in the Quang Ninh Province. On early August, the flooding has expanded to the northern provinces including Ha Giang,Dien Bien, Tuyen Quang, Thai Nguyen, Bac Giang, Lang Son, Lai Chau, Cao Bang, Yen Bai, Lao Cai, Bac Kan, Son La, Thanh Hoa and Thai Binh. IMPACT - 32 death, 24 injured and 6 missing (including 17 death in Quang Ninh) - About 4,556 families or 18,224 people were affected - 7,735 houses were damaged - at least 20,000 ha of crops were submerged RESPONSE - The government lead the emergency response. - SAR and evacuation have been conducted by the government. - Relief items have been distributed to the victims. 17 people have died with 8 others injured due to torrential rain, floods and landslides that happen in Quang Ninh Province since 26 July 2015. The events have also caused fully destruction to 19 houses and submerged 3,700 houses, 1,065 ha of rice and vegetables plantation fields, as well as disruptions to number of aquacultures and roads. There are also reports of seven missing fishermen who were on two fishing vessels exposed by strong wind and high waves. In other provinces of Cao Bang and Hai Pong, the heavy downpour have also inundated numerous houses, farms and roads. The Viet Nam Central Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control sent a team to check the flood prevention measures and coordinate the remedial actions in the affected areas. Local leaders in Quang Ninh province have been assigned to lead the response to the events in coordination with the Military, including doing evacuation and rescuing victims.

Tue, 08 Sep 2015
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Viet Nam, Flood and Landslide in Quang Ninh
Quảng Ninh, Viet Nam
AHA-FL-2015-000031-VNM
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The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Centre reported several flashflood and landslides in Ilocos Region and Benguet Province which triggered by Monsoon rains. (As of 14 July 2015) IMPACT - 16 death, 11 injured and 4 missing. - 8,611 families/41,029 persons were affected Region III, IV-A, NCR and CAR. - 172 persons served inside evacuation centre and 315 persons outside evacuation centre. - 7 houses were damaged. - No more reported stranded passengers, vessels and motorbancas in all ports nationwide. - 7 road sections in La Union, Bulacan, Benguet and Oriental Mindoro were closed due flooding. RESPONSE - Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment was conducted on 10 July by RDRRMC of Region I, II, IVA, IVB and CAR. - The local government served the displaced people and distributed logistics supplies to the affected communities. - Cost of assistance is about 82,000 USD

Wed, 05 Aug 2015
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Philippines, Effect of Enhanced Southwest Monsoon
Benguet, Philippines
AHA-FL-2015-000029-PHL
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Storm Kujira has affected Thuan Chau and Yean Chau District in Son La Province. Kujira is the first storm to hit this year. IMPACT - 7 death and 4 missing - 1 injured in Hai Phong City - 23 houses and 80 ha of crops were damaged RESPONSE - The National Committee on Natural Disaster Prevention and Control provided assistance.

Wed, 29 Jul 2015
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Viet Nam, Effect of Storm Kujira
Sơn La, Viet Nam
AHA-FL-2015-000024-VNM
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The Southwest Monsoon which marks the start of the rainy season (May/June to October) has triggered flooding in Myanmar. The flood has affected several districts and townships in Rakhine State, Tanintharyi Region, Kayin State, Ayeyarwaddy Region and Bago. IMPACT - 7 death - 14,426 were affected - 2,453 houses were affected - 69 ha of agricultural land was damaged in Arakan RESPONSE - The Government of Myanmar has led the emergency response operations including the distribution of relief items and the provision of medical care. - As flood waters recede, mud and debris clearing operations are being undertaken by the military, fire brigades, police, local authorities and volunteers. - At the national level the Emergency Operation Centre has been monitoring the situation.

Tue, 28 Jul 2015
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Myanmar, Flood in several states
, Myanmar
AHA-FL-2015-000025-MMR
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Intense rains which poured Chiang Rai and Nakhom Phanom has caused flooding. IMPACT - 3,000 houses were reportedly inundated in Nakhon Phanom. - Nearly 5,000 ha of agriculture areas were inundated. RESPONSE - Local authorities conducted emergency operation to assist the flood affected families.

Tue, 07 Jul 2015
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Thailand, Flooding in Chiang Rai
Nakhon Phanom, Thailand
AHA-FL-2015-000032-THA
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The Tropical Storm Linfa (Egay) which crossed the northern part of Luzon has triggered landslide and flood incidents. As reported by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), landslide happened in Palawan, Benguet and Apayao, where flood occurred in La Union, Palawan, Apayao, Mandaluyong City, Marikina City and Pasay City.
IMPACT
- 11,751 families or 48,307 people were affectedf in Region I, IVB and CAR.
- 424 people were served inside evacuation centre.
- 95 houses were damaged.

RESPONSE
(NDRRMC Sitrep No.9, 9 July 2015)
- Total of 33,700 USD worth of assistance have been provided to the affected regions.
- Cost of damages is 3.6 million USD (estimated) to include infrastructure, fisheries and agriculture damages.

Sat, 04 Jul 2015
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Philippines, Effect of Storm Linfa (Egay)
Ilocos Norte, Philippines
AHA-FL-2015-000027-PHL
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Hailstorm hits two areas in Luang Prang, Vieng Kham district of Luang Prabang Province, Laos. IMPACT 690 people affected 7 people injured 95 houses damaged estimated cost of damage is 300 million kip or equivalent to 40,000 USD RESPONSE Local authorities have responded to this situation providing relief to the affected population. Contributed by Mr. Kar Xaysana, NDMO Lao

Sat, 04 Jul 2015
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Laos, Storm in Luang Prang
Louangphrabang, Lao PDR
AHA-ST-2015-000022-LAO
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Storm Linfa or Egay has caused flooding in Region I, IV-B and CAR.
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- 13,280 families/55,567 people were affected
- 13,447 people were evacuated
- 205 houses were damaged
- Cost of damages is estimated to be USD 4.7 million

RESPONSE
- The Government of Philippines evacuated the people and led the emergency response.
- Relief items have been distributed to the victims.

Sat, 04 Jul 2015
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Philippines, Effect of Storm LINFA (Egay)
Benguet, Philippines
AHA-ST-2015-000026-PHL
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The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) has affected Mindanao since 22 June 2015. Hence, moderate and heavy rainshowers to thunderstorms were experienced in Region IX, XII and ARMM causing flashflood and flooding particularly in the low-lying areas. (NDRRMC Sitrep no.5, 7 July 2015) IMPACT - 7 death and 6 injured. - 25,876 families/126,338 persons were affected in 199 barangays (villages) in Region XII and ARMM. - 377 persons were served inside evacuation centre while 99,044 persons were outside. - 247 houses were damaged. RESPONSE - The local authority has provided assistance to the affected communities by providing food and non-food items, evacuation centre, debris and drainage clearing and others.

Sat, 04 Jul 2015
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Philippines, Effect of ITCZ and Southwest Monsoon
Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines
AHA-FL-2015-000028-PHL
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Drought affecting several areas in Thailand: IMPACT: - 17 Provinces 68 districts 379 sub-districts and 3,664 Villages have been affected. - No death and injury. - Drought Declaration since October 20, 2014. Until now the crisis has not over yet. RESPONSE: - The local government has distributed waters and other support (contributed by Wirinda Sirisuwan DDPM Thailand)

Thu, 25 Jun 2015
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Thailand, Drought Situation in Thailand
Lop Buri, Thailand
AHA-DR-2015-000015-THA
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Due to heavy rainfall, a landslide has occurred in Sukabumi, West Java. IMPACT 10 death 2 missing 97 families or 290 people evacuated 11 housed damaged RESPONSE Local authorities along with military and police are conducted search and rescue operation and evacuation.

Sat, 28 Mar 2015
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Indonesia, Landslide in Sukabumi
Jawa Barat, Indonesia
AHA-LS-2015-000023-IDN
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On Thursday morning (26/10 2017) around 07.00, a flash flood has occurred at Kelumbayan and West Kelumbayan district in Tanggamus Regency, Lampung Province, Indonesia. The worst affected areas are in Pekon (village) Napal, Sinar Harapan and Sinar Maju, thus approximately a total of 1,309 people have been affected. Crisis Center of Indonesian Ministry of Health reported that the flash flood with height reaching 2 meters inundated about 400 houses, 1 medical facility (Posyandu Pekon Napal) and 2 schools (Pekon Napal elementary school and Pekon Penyandingan junior high school). As reported by local media, the flash flood also cut-off one regional road and resulted in the loss of electricity and communication access, which resulted in a delay of emergency response team to reach the affected areas. The team that comprises of Tanggamus regency disaster management agency (BPBD), military and Search and Rescue team were all present in the disaster areas with equipment for live-saving, evacuation and public kitchen. UPDATE 30 October 2017, Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics (BMKG) has released Analysis on Extreme Weather in Kelumbayan district, Tanggamus Regency in the following address: http://bmkg.go.id/artikel/?id=m4r76770210rl0u24815

Tue, 17 Mar 2015
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Indonesia, Flash flood in Tanggamus regency, Lampung
Lampung, Indonesia
AHA-FL-2017-000164-IDN
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The drought has been affected the Provinces since October 20. It has been affecting 19 Provinces, 93 Districts and 509 sub-districts with 4,622 houses did not receiving water supply. It‘ about 6.17% villages from all over Thailand is now being affected by this drought. Disaster Report from The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Ministry of the Interior, Thailand. (Contributor: M. Fauzie Ismail, ACE Programme)

Mon, 09 Mar 2015
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Thailand, Drought
Roi Et, Thailand
AHA-DR-2015-000018-THA

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