floods

AT LEAST 10 people were reported dead in central and southern China following severe storms and torrential downpours, with more rain expected through mid-week, according to reports from state media.

When well governed, it can absorb shocks, speed reconstruction and strengthen resilience

In England, there are already 6.3 million properties in areas at risk of flooding

Scientists and analysts warn that deforestation, weak flood defences and lack of funding for disaster resilience heighten damages

Reconstruction will cost at least US$3.1 billion, and includes hundreds of temporary homes for the displaced

Tropical storms are common during the monsoon season

The death toll has reached 950

With climate volatility escalating, the region’s hard-won economic resilience is now on thin ice

The government will review forest governance, consider a moratorium on new permits and revoke the licences of violators