Weather tracker: Floods in eastern India and hurricane damage in California
Summary
Heavy flooding in eastern India from the Ganges River caused deaths and damaged villages, with rescue boats helping evacuate people. In California, waves from Hurricane Marie caused severe beach erosion and flooding, damaging homes and vehicles.Key Facts
- Flooding in Malda, West Bengal, India, caused three deaths and affected many villages.
- The Ganges River rose 75 cm above the extreme danger level due to heavy rain.
- A collapsed embankment in East Basudevpur greatly narrowed a river channel, risking more flooding.
- Over 100 boats were sent to help evacuate people in the flooded areas.
- In Orange County, California, waves from Hurricane Marie caused significant beach erosion and flooding.
- Erosion exposed old infrastructure like asphalt, pipes, and pier pieces on the beach.
- Floodwaters damaged homes, vehicles, and streets, leaving behind sand layers.
- The US is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 40°C in central states, raising wildfire risks.
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