Storms and Floods

Tropical Storms – Roundup of Tropical Storms:

In the Eastern Pacific Ocean: Tropical storm 11e (Kevin), located approximately 1124 nm south-southeast of San Diego, is tracking westward at 09 knots over the past six hours.

In the northwestern Pacific Ocean: Tropical storm 13w (Lupit), located approximately 175 nm south-southwest of Sasebo, Japan, is tracking northeastward at 17 knots.

Tropical depression 14w (Miranae), located approximately 118 nm eastt of Yokosuka, Japan, is tracking northeastward at 17 knots.

Newsbytes:

Mexico – Vehicles were flipped on their sides and homes severely damaged as powerful flash floods surged through areas along the border between Coahuila and Durango states in Mexico. Torrential rain struck in the city of Torreón in Coahuila State overnight 04 to 05 August 2021. Flood waters raced through streets, dragging vehicles and buildings. Authorities said at least 42 homes were damaged or destroyed and 200 people directly affected. Just across the state border, areas of the city and surrounding municipality of Gómez Palacio were also severely affected. Authorities reported 12 homes were severely damaged or destroyed.

North Korea – State media in North Korea report that floods in the north east of the country have damaged or destroyed hundreds of houses and forced 5,000 people to evacuate. Flooding began after heavy rain in North and South Hamgyong provinces from 01 August 2021. State television said some areas recorded 580 mm of rain in 2 days. 1,170 houses have been damaged or destroyed in South Hamgyong provinces, prompting thousands to evacuate. No casualties were reported. However, floods have damaged wide areas of farmland at a time of growing concerns about North Korea’s food security.

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