Extreme Rainfall Triggers Disasters Across Asia
Torrential downpours, flash floods, and typhoons have caused widespread devastation and loss of life.
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Torrential rains and flash floods have caused widespread devastation across Asia, leading to significant loss of life and displacement. In Afghanistan, at least 31 people have died, with hundreds still unaccounted for following the destruction of villages and towns. The chaotic weather patterns have impacted neighbouring countries, including India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, which have experienced erratic and sudden heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.
Devastation in Bangladesh and China
The city of Chattogram in Bangladesh recorded a record 412.3mm of rainfall within a 24-hour period in early July. This deluge triggered flash floods that swept through the Banshkhali district, destroying homes, livestock, and crops. One resident described losing all belongings and having to seek shelter with family, highlighting the severe economic and personal impact. In China, a landslide in Chongqing killed at least 11 people and left 50 missing. Another flash flood in Gansu province resulted in 10 fatalities and 23 injuries.
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Typhoon Noul, the most powerful storm to make landfall in China this year, forced the evacuation of over 890,000 people in Guangdong province. Separately, Typhoon Maysak caused flooding in Guangxi and led to the escape of hundreds of snakes from commercial farms. Forecasters predict continued heavy rainfall for northern China, with a higher-than-average number of typhoons expected this summer. Taiwan also experienced extreme rainfall, causing substantial agricultural losses and record monthly precipitation in Taipei.
Climate Change Link
Climate scientists have linked these extreme weather events to climate change, noting that warmer air holds more water vapour, leading to more intense rainfall. The United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has warned of increased flood risks in monsoon regions due to rising global temperatures. Researchers from World Weather Attribution have indicated that extreme rainfall from cyclones is intensifying in Southeast Asia. Richard Betts from the Met Office Hadley Centre explained that human-caused global warming leads to more intense downpours and thunderstorms.
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Dr. Hosam Faysal, head of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies' country delegation in Afghanistan, emphasised the humanitarian consequences of a changing climate and urged governments to increase investment in local preparedness and mitigation efforts to prevent future loss of life.
Questions this report answers
+How many people have died in Afghanistan from the extreme rainfall?
At least 31 people have died in Afghanistan due to torrential rains and flash floods. Hundreds more remain unaccounted for as entire villages and towns have been destroyed, leaving survivors displaced and without shelter.
+What record rainfall was recorded in Bangladesh?
Chattogram in Bangladesh recorded a record 412.3mm of rainfall within 24 hours in early July. This unprecedented downpour triggered flash floods that destroyed homes, livestock, and crops across the Banshkhali district.
+How many people were evacuated because of Typhoon Noul in China?
Typhoon Noul forced the evacuation of over 890,000 people in Guangdong province, China. The storm was the most powerful to make landfall in the country this year, prompting large-scale emergency responses.
+What link do scientists make between these disasters and climate change?
Climate scientists attribute these extreme weather events to climate change, as warmer air holds more water vapour, leading to heavier rainfall. The UN’s IPCC warns of increased flood risks in monsoon regions due to rising global temperatures.
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