Cyclone Remal made landfall between Bangladesh and West Bengal on Sunday evening, bringing heavy rainfall and flooding. The cyclone caused widespread damage, including the destruction of homes, farmland, and power lines. Over one lakh people were evacuated from vulnerable areas in West Bengal before the storm hit. The cyclone also caused significant disruptions to air, rail, and road transportation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose monitored the situation closely and the Kolkata Municipal Corporation evacuated people from high-rises and dilapidated buildings. The cyclone is expected to bring more heavy rainfall and winds to southern Bengal in the coming days.
Results for: Destruction
A house fire in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Peace River, Alberta, resulted in the destruction of one home and damage to two others. Multiple fire departments responded to the scene, with firefighters working for nearly five hours to extinguish the flames. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and the damaged homes are being examined to assess the extent of the damage. The Peace River Fire Department deployed its new ladder truck, which proved instrumental in controlling the fire despite challenging wind conditions.
Multiple tornadoes struck Oklahoma and Nebraska on Saturday night, resulting in tragic fatalities, severe injuries, and widespread damage. In Oklahoma, the storms left at least four people dead, including an infant, and hundreds injured. The town of Sulphur was particularly hard-hit, with significant damage to buildings and homes. In Nebraska, a tornado struck an industrial building near Lincoln, collapsing the structure with 70 people inside. All occupants were safely evacuated with three non-life-threatening injuries reported. Other tornadoes caused damage in Omaha and surrounding areas, with wind speeds estimated at up to 165 mph.