| Select Continent: |
Select Country: |
Select Event: |
|
|
|
|
| Use Ctrl-Click and/or Shift-Click for multiple selections. If NO selections are made, ALL items will be selected |
|
| Type keywords:
Looking for:
|
|
Search between these dates:
(yyyy-mm-dd) |
From: |
To: |
|
| Hits per page: Sorted by:
|
|
|
|
|
| Showing approximate location of disasters |
| GLIDEnumber |
Event |
Country |
Comments |
| DR-2012-000199-MDA
|
Drought |
Moldova |
In 2012 Moldova suffered one of the most severe droughts in the recent history causing huge reductions in yields and crop failure.
Maize yields declined by 59% and sunflower yields declined by 53% compared to the multiannual average.
While no shortfalls in food availability are envisaged, there could be serious problems in economic access to the food for the poorest members of Moldovan society, as due to the demands the prices of food available in the market has been increased.
Although at the aggregated national level, the impact of the 2012 drought seems to be less severe than the previous drought of 2007, in the South region of Moldova and in some parts of the Centre region, the impact of the 2012 drought appears to be more intense. The Southern region as the most affected one registered the most severe drops in production in the country, in particular for the maize and sunflower crops. Similar impacts are expected for the Transnistria region. According to the Minister of Economy, Moldova might lose over 1.5% of economic growth this year due to the drought effects.
|
| FL-2012-000198-PAN
|
Flood |
Panama |
Severe rains have affected the Colon and Panama Provinces in Panama causing floods, landslides, disruption of economic activities and access to communities. Initial reports by the government indicate that at least 5,118 persons have been directly affected, although more isolated communities have not been reach yet and current figures are likely to increase. Given the situation, on 25 November the Panamanian government declared state of emergency for the regions of La Chorrera, Capira (Panama West) and Colon. |
| TC-2012-000197-FSM
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Micronesia, Federated States |
On 27 November, Tropical Storm Bopha developed southwest of Pohnpei and southeast of Chuuk in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), intensifying overnight with a current maximum wind speed of 40 knots near its centre, and has moved westwards as expected. It is currently a weak Category 1, and tropical storm warning remains in effect for the following locations in the FSM: Pohnpei state (Nukuoro); Chuuk state (Puluqat, Likunor, Losap, Chuuk Lagoon Islands); and Yap state (Satawal). The tropical storm is expected to worsen over the weekend with the likelihood of it developing into a Category 4 tropical cyclone, effecting greater risks in Palau and Yap state of FSM. |
| TC-2012-000197-PHL
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Philippines |
Tropical typhoon Pablo (Bopha)has slightly weakened after landfall. |
| FF-2012-000196-COG
|
Flash Flood |
Congo, Republic |
On the night of 17 to 18 November, 2012, heavy rains hit Pointe Noire, the second largest city in the Republic of Congo, causing severe flooding of unprecedented magnitude in about ten years. To date, Congolese Red Cross (CRC) volunteers have identified 405 homeless families. |
| EP-2012-000195-UGA
|
Epidemic |
Uganda |
The Ministry of Health and World Health Organization (WHO) have confirmed the outbreak of Ebola hemorrhagic fever in Luwero District after test from Uganda Virus Research Institute came positive for Ebola Sudan on two samples collected by PCR and serology. A total of four people have since died, out of which, two were from one family. This is the second Ebola outbreak in Uganda in three months.
The first case involved a driver of a Boda Boda ? (motorcycle taxis common in Uganda) - who died on 25 October 2012. |
| CE-2012-000194-ISR
|
Complex Emergency |
Israel |
Since 14th November 2012, a major escalation in the security situation surrounding Gaza strip has happened and is still going on. The situation is currently deteriorating into an active armed conflict.
Rockets and missiles are being fired constantly on Israeli towns in the area surrounding Gaza strip, up to 40km form Gaza Area. Rockets have been also fired to the range of up to 80km ? targeting Jerusalem and the larger Tel Aviv Area.
A state of emergency has been declared by the government in the area ? 40km from the Gaza strip. All public gatherings are suspended, schools and universities are closed. Non-essential working places are also closed.
As of November 20th 15:00 a total of 771 rockets were registered falling on Israeli territory. The situation is still worsening as rocket attacks continue and the number of injured and affected people is increasing.
The crisis affected the population in the following areas:
? In the 7km range: the total number of people affected is 110,000 ? the population is ordered to stay in shelters and not to leave their homes (staying in shelters constantly since November 14th).
? In the range of 7-40km: 880,000 people are ordered to stay in the distance of 15 seconds from the shelter.
? In the range of 40-80km: 3,500,000 inhabitants. No restrictions were introduced on daily activities, but the population is advised to maintain a high level of alert, and to be ready to take shelter in case of a missile attack.
|
| CE-2012-000194-PSE
|
Complex Emergency |
Palestine (West Bank, Gaza) |
Five days after the beginning of the military activities, the present humanitarian crisis in Gaza has already resulted into 41 dead and 379 injured . More than 800 airstrikes were launched in a series of air attacks that have been pounding incessantly the tiny Gaza strip and hundreds of rockets were launched from Gaza towards Israel. Israeli ground forces have massed at the border wall between Israel and Gaza and Israeli sources announced that all military options remain open. |
| OT-2012-000193-TZA
|
Other |
Tanzania |
Since 2002, over 515,000 Burundians have voluntary returned home. More than 94,000 Burundians are still refugees in the neighboring countries, including in Tanzania. In 2011, the Government of Tanzania decided to close Mtabila Camp and subsequently, to repatriate by force if necessary, the refugees by the end of 2012. As a result a cessation clause has been invoked for 37,592 of them who therefore, no longer enjoy the official refugee status as of 1 August 2012. On 8 October 2012, the Governments of Burundi and Tanzania, UNHCR, partners and donors met and agreed to repatriate those ?former? Burundian refugees, some 35,000. |
| FL-2012-000192-COD
|
Flood |
Congo Democratic Republic |
At the end of September 2012, torrential rains caused flooding in the town of Gbadolite in Equateur province. Three people were killed, 300 houses destroyed and 327 households affected. Torrential rains and subsequent flooding affected over 2,200 people in Dungu in Haut-Uele district, Province Orientale, at the end of October. |
| FL-2012-000191-HTI
|
Flood |
Haiti |
Heavy rains in the night of 8-9 Nov 2012 in the Nord, Nord-est, Nord-ouest and Nippes departments of Haiti resulted in flooding, damage to homes and 10 deaths in Cap Haitien. More than 1,500 people were housed in 14 shelters. |
| EQ-2012-000190-MMR
|
Earthquake |
Myanmar |
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.8 magnitude struck the Sagaing region in Myanmar on Sunday, 11 Nov at 7.42am local time. The epicentre of the earthquake is believed to lie approximately 45 miles north of Shwe Bo township. The tremor was also felt in Mandalay region and Kachin state. Aftershocks were felt within the first hour of the earthquake. The most affected townships are Mogok, Sintku, Thabaikkyin, and Kyaukse in Mandalay region, and Shwe Bo, Kyauk Myaung and Sagaing township in Sagaing region. According to information received from Myanmar Red Cross Society local branches and government sources, 26 people died, 231 are injured and 12 are missing |
| FF-2012-000189-IDN
|
Flash Flood |
Indonesia |
At least 11 people were killed and seven missing after a flash flood triggered by heavy rains hit a village on Indonesia's Sulawesi island. |
| EQ-2012-000188-GTM
|
Earthquake |
Guatemala |
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the Pacific coast of Guatemala on 07 Nov 2012, killing at least 39 people, injuring another 155 and destroying scores of homes. 100 people may be missing in the disaster. According to the government 17,000 people have been affected. |
| EP-2012-000187-BDI
|
Epidemic |
Burundi |
Since 30 September 2012, the first cases have been reported in Bujumbura Town and Bujumbura Rural. After 3 days, the National Laboratory confirmed the cholera outbreak and the Minister of Health declared it a disaster in the country. The Burundi Red Cross Society in coordination with other partners involved in health emergencies operations carried out an assessment, where cholera outbreak cases were reported. A total of 3 provinces were affected. They included Makamba in Nyanza-Lac, Bujumbura Town and Bujumbura Rural. In addition, 4 suspected cases were reported in Bururi Province. The most immediate needs identified include safe drinking water, hygiene kit and disinfection of the areas where the cholera cases originated. |
| EP-2012-000186-BEN
|
Epidemic |
Benin |
Since Tuesday, october 23th, 2012, a cholera epidemic in southwestern Benin. Suspected cases were reported in the municipality of com?. The samples were confirmed at the departmental level and 5 samples sent to the National Laboratory have been confirmed. The Minister of Health declared the cholera epidemic at the Zone
25 October 2012: 17 cases registered, 0 deaths.
29 October 2012: 32 cases registered with 0 deaths. (+15 new cases)
30 octobre 2012: 38 cases registered (+6 new cases)
New cases added every day
|
| TC-2012-000185-IND
|
Tropical Cyclone |
India |
Seven people were killed when Cyclone Nilam struck the south-eastern coast with winds of up to 100km/h (60mph). |
| TC-2012-000185-LKA
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Sri Lanka |
The affect of Nilam cyclone caused heavy rain and high winds in many part of the country since 29th October 2012. About 70 houses were damaged. |
| EP-2012-000184-SDN
|
Epidemic |
Sudan |
On 29 Oct 2012, Sudan's Federal Ministry of Health notified the World Health Organization of a yellow fever outbreak in seven localities in Central and South Darfur. As of 31 Oct, a total of 98 suspected cases, including 42 deaths, have been reported from the districts of Zalingei, Nertity, Wadisalih, Azoom, Nyala, Mershing, and Kass. The majority - 82.6 per cent - of the reported cases are from Central Darfur. |
| FL-2012-000183-COL
|
Flood |
Colombia |
In October 2012, about 2,000 families were affected by floods, landslides, avalanches in the year's second rainy season. The most affected departments are Bolivar (1,500 families), Cordoba (350 families), North of Santander, Huila and Atlantico. More than 1,600 houses were damaged, 22 houses destroyed and 10 people have died. |
| EP-2012-000182-UGA
|
Epidemic |
Uganda |
On 19 Oct 2012, the Uganda Ministry of Health declared an outbreak of Marburg haemorrhagic fever. As of 29 Oct, a total of 19 cases and nine deaths had been reported from five districts: Kabale district, in south-western Uganda, Kampala (the capital city), Ibanda, Mbarara and Kabarole. The case fatality rate is 47.4%. |
| TC-2012-000181-VNM
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Viet Nam |
Typhoon Son-Tinh made landfall in mainland Vietnam on 28 October 2012. The typhoon affected the provinces of Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh, Thai Binh, Hai Phong and Quang Ninh, with rainfall up to 180mm.
Initial damage reported by the Central Committee for Flood and Storm Control (CCFSC) at 17h00 on 29 October include 3 deaths, 13 injured and up to 23,916 hectares of rice and other crops destroyed. |
| TC-2012-000180-CUB
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Cuba |
During its passage through Cuba, Sandy left significant damages behind, particularly in the city of Santiago de Cuba which is not usually in the direct path of Caribbean hurricanes, and the city sustained the strongest winds as it was exposed to the eastern and stronger side of the hurricane. In addition to the strong winds, the coast was also affected by storm surges. In Siboney, some 14 kilometres from Santiago city, the waves were some 10 metres above the coastal barrier, with the ocean reaching some 35 metres inland. |
| TC-2012-000180-HTI
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Haiti |
The eye of Hurricane Sandy made landfall near Kingston on Jamaica on 24 Oct 2012 and struck Cuba the next day. By 26 Oct, 38 people had been killed across the Caribbean: 26 in Haiti, 11 in Cuba and one in Jamaica. |
| TC-2012-000180-JAM
|
Tropical Cyclone |
Jamaica |
Hurricane Sandy reached 24 October 2012 Jamaica as category 1 hurricane, making a landfall over southeastern Jamaica around 19:00UTC (2pm local time) with 129k/h winds with severe torrential rains hitting the country. Hurricane caused one fatality and fallen branches and metal parts wounded some people. Several roads were blocked by fallen trees which caused inaccessibility to many communities but clearing of roads were done and many roads are again becoming functionable. Fallen trees have caused cutting of electric wires causing electricity cuts in many communities (i.e. capital Kingston area, St. Thomas, St. Mary and Portland parishes). Due to electricity cuts, northeaster-eastern part of the country has many communities without water and they are either using their water tank reserves or getting water from the rivers. Airports were closed for one day but both Montego Bay airport and Sangsters International Airport are now open. |
|
|
|
|
