Summary
Tropical storms and heavy rain led to severe flooding and landslides in South and Southeast Asia, killing over 1,250 people in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. These disasters were worsened by three specific storms: Cyclone Senyar, Cyclone Ditwah, and Typhoon Koto. Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency as many areas struggle with ongoing recovery efforts.
Key Facts
- Over 1,250 people have died due to flooding and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
- Tropical storms, including Cyclone Senyar, Cyclone Ditwah, and Typhoon Koto, have contributed to the disasters.
- Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency after the events displaced over 1.1 million people.
- Landslides have widely affected North Sumatra in Indonesia, causing significant destruction.
- The amount of rain was higher than usual due to a climate pattern called La Nina, which affects ocean temperatures and weather conditions in Asia.
- Climate change is believed to increase the intensity of rainfall and the severity of tropical storms.
- Recovery efforts are expected to continue for several weeks in the affected areas.
