The death toll was likely to rise significantly, with hundreds of thousands displaced from their homes as severe rains lashed South Asia, officials said.
Tag: Rescues
Pakistani Military Rescues 6 Mountain Climbers Trapped by Avalanche
Two helicopters rescued four Italian and two Pakistani climbers after their guide was killed by the avalanche the day before.
Flooded Danube Hampers Rescuers After Budapest Boat Accident
Search and rescue operations continued after the fatal boat collision on Wednesday, but officials had little hope of finding survivors. Hungary’s prime minister promised a thorough investigation.
Boat Sinks in Danube, Killing at Least 7 on Tour of Budapest
Under heavy rain and winds, rescuers managed to bring 14 people to shore.
Cruise Ship Stranded Off Norway Reaches Shore After Harrowing Rescue Effort
The Viking Sky was carrying more than 1,300 people when it sent a mayday alert Saturday. After recovering the use of some engines, the ship finally limped into port.
Cruise Ship Near Norway With Nearly 1,400 Passengers Is Being Evacuated
Dramatic videos and photos on Twitter showed the ship listing, furniture sliding from one side to the other and water rushing on board.
Cyclone-Battered Mozambique Takes Stock: ‘It’s All Rotten’
As the storm waters began to recede, people who had very little before the storm found that they now have even less.
Mozambique, Battered by Cyclone, Takes Stock: ‘It’s All Rotten’
As the storm waters began to recede, people who had very little before the storm found that they now have even less.
Rescuers Battle Flooding in Desperate Bid to Save Cyclone Victims
Nearly a week after southern Africa was hit by one the worst natural disasters in decades, it was all rescue workers could do to try to reach the victims.
Days After Cyclone Idai, Rescuers Battle to Save Victims
Nearly a week after southern Africa was hit by one the worst natural disasters in decades, it was all rescue workers could do to try to reach the flooding victims.