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Super Typhoon Yagi Claims Four Lives in Vietnam as it Devastates the North
Super Typhoon Yagi, the most powerful storm to hit Asia this year, has left a trail of destruction in northern Vietnam, resulting in at least four confirmed fatalities. The typhoon made landfall early Saturday morning, striking Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces with ferocious winds reaching speeds of up to 203 km/h (126 mph), according to the Indo-Pacific Tropical Cyclone Warning Center.
The powerful winds and flying debris caused significant damage to buildings and vehicles, while widespread power outages affected various parts of Hanoi, the nation’s capital. In Quang Ninh province, three people were reported dead, and another fatality occurred in Hai Duong, near Hanoi. The storm has also left approximately 78 people injured across the region, and a dozen fishermen are missing at sea.
The impact of Yagi was not confined to Vietnam alone; the storm also claimed three lives in China, with nearly 100 people injured. In Vietnam, Hai Phong, a coastal city with a population of two million, bore the brunt of the typhoon. The city, which houses several multinational factories, experienced significant disruptions, including power outages and the suspension of operations at four northern airports.
In response to the storm’s imminent threat, nearly 50,000 people were evacuated from coastal areas, and authorities urged residents to remain indoors. Schools were closed across 12 northern provinces, including Hanoi, as a precautionary measure.
As of Saturday evening, Vietnam’s state meteorology agency reported that Yagi was still generating winds of up to 102 km/h (63 mph) as it moved inland. The storm’s eye was located southwest of Hanoi and was predicted to continue moving towards northern Laos by Sunday evening.
In a devastating incident in eastern India, at least 46 people, including 37 children and seven women, have drowned while celebrating the Hindu Jivitputrika festival. The fatalities, which occurred across 15 districts within the past 24 hours, resulted from victims ritually bathing in rivers and ponds swollen by recent flooding.
The three-day festival, which honors children’s wellbeing, is traditionally marked by mothers fasting and families participating in ritual baths. This year, the swollen water bodies, exacerbated by recent floods, have turned the celebratory ritual into a deadly disaster.
Local disaster management officials have expressed fears that the death toll could rise further. State authorities have promised compensation for the families and relatives of the victims.
Fatal accidents during religious festivals are not uncommon in India, where large gatherings often take place with insufficient safety measures. This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by such gatherings, especially during adverse weather conditions.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have conducted airstrikes in Beirut, reportedly killing Mohammad Hussein Surur, a senior Hezbollah air unit leader. The Lebanese health ministry confirmed two deaths and 15 injuries from the attack. The strikes come amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides exchanging fire throughout the night and into the morning.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the IDF would continue to fight “with full force” against Hezbollah, aiming to dismantle the Iran-backed militant group. This marks a significant intensification of hostilities between the two sides, which have been exchanging rockets and airstrikes for days. The Lebanese health ministry also reported that 28 people were killed today by Israeli airstrikes.
In retaliation, Hezbollah launched 80 missiles targeting northern Israeli cities, including Safed. Israeli authorities have reported no casualties but noted significant property damage in Safed and Rosh Pina.
Amid the intensifying conflict, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin renewed calls for a diplomatic solution. The U.S., along with 11 other allied nations, has urged both Israel and Hezbollah to agree to a ceasefire to prevent further escalation and civilian casualties.
Ferry travel between the Isle of Man and Lancashire continues to face disruption due to strong winds over the Irish Sea. The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has cancelled Thursday’s 08:45 BST sailing of the Manxman to Heysham and its scheduled 14:15 return journey. This follows the cancellation of the vessel’s return trip from the Lancashire port on Wednesday evening.
The disruptions have affected postal services, with the Isle of Man Post Office reporting delays in deliveries from the UK. While local deliveries within the island remain unaffected, items posted on Wednesday for UK delivery may not reach Royal Mail’s network in time for Friday delivery.
Additionally, the ferry cancellations have caused a delay in newspaper deliveries, with no papers available on the island on Thursday, as confirmed by the island’s wholesale distributor.
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