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International · 2026-08-30
Tropical Storm Karina strengthens into a hurricane in the Pacific, with forecasters warning of continued intensificationTropical Storm Karina intensified into a hurricane over the Pacific Ocean, with weather forecasters predicting that it could develop further into a major hurricane over the next week. Authorities advised people in potentially affected areas to monitor official updates as the storm's future strength and track remained uncertain.
International · 2026-08-30
Tropical Storm Karina intensifies into a hurricane, with forecasters warning of further strengtheningTropical Storm Karina has intensified into a hurricane over the Pacific Ocean, according to reports by the Associated Press, Manila Times and Washington Times. Forecasters have cautioned that the system could develop into a major hurricane during the coming week. Authorities are monitoring the storm's track and intensity as part of routine Pacific basin tropical cyclone advisories.
International · 2026-10-24
Typhoon Champi causes one death and over 160 injuries in TaiwanTyphoon Champi swept through Taiwan on Friday, killing one person and injuring 163 others as it brought heavy rain and powerful winds. The storm prompted authorities to evacuate nearly 2,700 residents from mountainous areas and close hundreds of flights. With sustained winds of 176 kilometres per hour, Champi is now moving toward China and Japan.
International · 2026-09-29
Hurricane Polo strikes Mexico as first Pacific hurricane of 2026 seasonHurricane Polo made landfall in Mexico's Baja California Sur as a Category 3 hurricane, becoming the first Pacific hurricane of the 2026 season to reach land. The storm knocked out power, damaged coastal defences, and forced around 6,000 residents to evacuate from the fishing town of Puerto San Carlos. Unusually warm ocean waters linked to El Nino had intensified the hurricane's strength.