Thailand, Sept 13 (Alliance News): Typhoon Yagi, Asia’s most powerful storm in 2024, has wreaked havoc across southern China and Southeast Asia, causing catastrophic flooding, landslides, and a mounting death toll.
The storm has left at least 226 dead in Vietnam, with dozens more killed in Thailand, the Philippines, and neighboring countries.
The typhoon first struck the Philippines before moving westward, impacting Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos.
In northern Vietnam and Thailand, entire villages remain submerged, and communities are struggling with floodwaters and the threat of further landslides.
In Phu Tho province, Vietnam, a steel bridge collapsed into the Red River, further complicating rescue efforts.
Thailand’s northern province of Chiang Rai was particularly affected, with rescue teams facing difficulties due to rising floodwaters.
Since mid-August, at least 33 people have died in Thailand due to rain-related incidents, with nine of those deaths occurring this week.
Scientists warn that global warming is making storms more intense, hitting developing nations hardest, even though wealthier countries bear the greater responsibility for the climate crisis.
