Disaster preparedness: Floods and flash floods - Habitat for Humanity
Landslides and debris flows. Landslides and debris flows are caused by a number of factors, such as earthquakes, heavy rain, volcanic eruptions and poor land management. Because landslides and debris flows occur quickly and with little notice, it is essential to be prepared. Learn more.
Landslides & Debris Flow - Ready.gov
Replant damaged ground as soon as possible since erosion caused by loss of ground cover can lead to flash flooding and additional landslides in the near future. Seek advice from a geotechnical expert for evaluating landslide hazards or designing corrective techniques to reduce landslide risk.
At least 26 dead and 11 missing after flash floods and landslides …
Mar 11, 2024 · Rescuers recovered more bodies as waters began to recede after flash floods and landslides caused by torrential rains on Indonesia’s Sumatra island, which have killed at least 26 people and left 11 missing, officials said Monday.
Philippines: Widespread flooding, landslides leaves at least 24 …
Oct 24, 2024 · Widespread flooding and landslides set off by a tropical storm in the northeastern Philippines left at least 24 people dead, swept away cars and prompted authorities to scramble for motorboats to rescue trapped villagers, some on roofs.
Understanding flash flooding in the Himalayan Region: a case …
Mar 25, 2024 · The Himalayan region, characterized by its substantial topographical scale and elevation, exhibits vulnerability to flash floods and landslides induced by natural and anthropogenic influences.
Flash floods: why are more of them devastating the world’s
Mar 7, 2023 · Flash floods are a growing threat in some of the world’s driest regions. Deluges can trigger sudden and rapid torrents of run-off that flow down dry river beds and rocky channels.
Storm leaves 11 dead in landslides, floods in Philippines
Oct 12, 2021 · A number of people have been killed and others were reported missing in landslides and flash flood set off by a storm that barreled through the tip of the northern Philippines overnight then blew away Tuesday, officials said.
A machine learning approach in spatial predicting of landslides …
Apr 18, 2022 · Landslides and flash floods are two common natural hazards that occur in tandem as a result of prolonged high-intensity rainfall in or near steep mountain areas (Ozturk et al. 2018).
Landslide Basics | U.S. Geological Survey - USGS.gov
Landslides occur in all 50 states and territories and they affect lives, property, infrastructure, and the environment. Understanding when, where, and how landslides occur can help to reduce the risk of living with these natural hazards.
Nepal: Hundreds killed as ‘unprecedented’ flash floods strike …
Oct 1, 2024 · More than 215 people, including 35 children, have been killed and dozens are missing after heavy rains triggered flash floods and landslides across Nepal, UN humanitarians said on Tuesday.