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Torrential rain strikes UAE again, disrupting flights and daily life

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Torrential rain strikes UAE again, disrupting flights and daily life

DUBAI, UAE. Emirates Airlines faced a wave of cancellations and delays as heavy rains pounded Dubai, the world’s second-busiest international airport, prompting disruptions in travel plans on Thursday. With the return of inclement weather, authorities advised residents to hunker down at home, suspending schools and offices across the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

This deluge arrives merely two weeks after unprecedented rainfall wreaked havoc in various parts of the UAE and neighboring Oman, resulting in tragic fatalities and paralyzing Dubai’s bustling metropolis. The previous floods claimed the lives of at least four individuals in the UAE and an additional 19 in Oman, including ten schoolchildren tragically swept away in a bus.

Visuals captured from Ras Al-Khaimah, a coastal city in the UAE, depicted scenes of palm trees bending under fierce winds, accompanied by relentless downpours and flashes of lightning.

Although the precipitation was not as severe as the earlier event, Dubai endured 20 millimeters of rain within 12 hours—more than double its usual accumulation for the months of April and May combined. Similarly, Abu Dhabi witnessed a downpour of 34 mm in just 24 hours, surpassing its typical April-May rainfall by over fourfold.

Residents appeared to be better equipped to handle the onslaught this time around. Ahead of the anticipated rainfall, maintenance crews were seen clearing drains in Dubai’s streets, while widespread emergency alerts were issued, cautioning residents to remain indoors whenever possible.

In response to the weather forecast, authorities mandated remote work and remote learning arrangements for affected regions on Thursday and Friday. Additionally, access to flood-prone valley areas was restricted, and residents were advised to steer clear of mountainous, desert, and coastal zones.

Scientists have pointed to climate change as a significant factor behind the recent spate of extreme weather events in the UAE and Oman. According to findings by a team of 21 researchers affiliated with the World Weather Attribution initiative, climate change has amplified the intensity of rainfall events in these regions by up to 40%. The unprecedented rainfall experienced less than a fortnight ago marked the heaviest recorded in the UAE’s 75-year history, with Dubai enduring rainfall equivalent to over a year and a half’s average precipitation in less than 24 hours.

Pinsala ng El Niño sa agrikultura umabot na sa P5.9B

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Pinsala ng El Niño sa agrikultura umabot na sa P5.9B

Patuloy ang paglaki ng pinsala sa sektor ng agrikultura dulot ng El Niño phenomenon sa mga nakaraang linggo. Ayon sa Department of Agriculture (DA), umabot na sa tinatayang P5.9 bilyon ang pinsalang idinulot nito, ayon sa Bulletin No. 9 ng ahensya.

Nagbigay pahayag si DA Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa sa isang panayam, kung saan binanggit niya na ang pinakamalaking pinsala ay naitala sa sektor ng palay na umabot sa PHP3.1 bilyon. Kasunod nito ang pagkawala sa produksyon ng mais na nagkakahalaga ng P1.76 bilyon, at ng mga high-value crops na umabot sa P958 milyon.

Ang Mimaropa region ang nananatiling pinakaapektadong lugar sa bansa na may pinsalang umabot sa P1.71 bilyon, sinundan ng Region 6 (Western Visayas) na may P1.5 bilyong pinsala, Cordilleras na may P768 milyong pinsala, at Cagayan Valley na may P562 milyong pinsala.

Bagaman malaki ang pinsala, iginiit ni De Mesa na ang 58,000 ektarya ng rice production area na napinsala ay 2.27 porsyento lamang ng kabuuang taniman ng palay na umaabot sa halos 2 milyong ektarya.

Sa gitna ng pagdurusa ng mga magsasaka at mangingisda dulot ng tagtuyot, hindi naman nagpapabaya ang pamahalaan. Ipinamahagi ng DA ang tulong na nagkakahalaga ng P2.18 bilyon upang maibsan ang epekto ng krisis sa sektor ng agrikultura.

Death toll rises to 48 in Southern China highway collapse

Venus L Peñaflor
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Death toll rises to 48 in Southern China highway collapse

BEIJING. The death toll from a devastating highway collapse in southeastern China surged to 48 on Thursday, as rescuers continued their painstaking search through rugged terrain for a second consecutive day.

The catastrophe struck in the city of Meizhou, where one side of a four-lane highway crumbled at approximately 2 a.m. on Wednesday, following a month of relentless rainfall in Guangdong province. Twenty-three vehicles plummeted down a steep slope, some engulfed in flames as they ignited upon impact. Construction cranes were deployed to extract the charred and mangled wreckage.

Officials in Meizhou revealed that three individuals remained unidentified pending DNA testing, raising the possibility of the death toll climbing to 51. Additionally, approximately 30 individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Mayor Wang Hui of Meizhou confirmed during a late-afternoon press briefing that search efforts were ongoing, emphasizing that no foreign nationals were among the casualties.

However, rescue operations have been significantly hindered by persistent rain and the continuous threat of land and gravel slides. The disaster has left a harrowing scar on the verdant forest landscape, with excavators working tirelessly to widen the search area on the slope.

Wen Yongdeng, the Communist Party secretary for the Meizhou emergency management bureau, highlighted the challenges facing rescue teams, stating, “Most of the vehicles were buried in soil during the collapse, with a large volume of soil covering them.”

He further noted the heightened risk of secondary disasters due to saturated soil resulting from prolonged heavy rainfall in the region.

Over the past four weeks, the county where the tragedy occurred has experienced over 56 centimeters (22 inches) of rainfall, more than quadruple the amount recorded last year. The deluge has inundated several villages in Meizhou since early April, with the city enduring further downpours in recent days.

Guangdong province has borne the brunt of record-breaking rains and flooding in the past fortnight, compounded by hailstorms. Just last weekend, a tornado claimed the lives of five individuals in Guangzhou, the provincial capital, amid adverse weather conditions.

The collapse of the highway segment coincided with the commencement of a five-day May Day holiday, a period marked by increased travel activity both domestically and internationally among Chinese citizens.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping emphasized the imperative for all regions across China to enhance monitoring and early warning mechanisms, urging a thorough investigation into potential risks to safeguard public safety and ensure social stability, according to state broadcaster CCTV.

P.5 milyong halaga ng alahas at pera, ninakaw sa bahay ng lady trader sa Cavite

Arman B. Cambe
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P.5 milyong halaga ng alahas at pera, ninakaw sa bahay ng lady trader sa Cavite

SILANG, Cavite. Pinasok ng mga magnanakaw kamakalawa sang bahay ng isang lady trader sa Brgy. Lumil, Silang Cavite at tinangay ang halos kalahating milyong pisong halaga ng mga alahas at pera.

Ayon sa ulat ng pulisya, bandang 3:30 ng madaling araw nang pasukin ng mga hindi pa nakikilalang suspek ang bahay ng biktima sa Barcelona Drive, South Forbes Villas Subdivision.

Batay sa imbestigasyon, ang mga salarin ay dumaan sa ikalawang palapag ng bahay at pumasok sa study room kung saan nakatago ang mga alahas at pera ng biktima. Tinatayang umaabot sa P500,000.00 ang halaga ng mga ninakaw na ari-arian.

Natagpuan naman ng pulisya ang mga jewelry boxes sa likuran ng bahay ng biktima. Sa kabila nito, nananatiling malabong maresolba ang krimen dahil sa kakulangan ng impormasyon tungkol sa mga suspek.

Ang pangyayaring ito ay nagpapakita ng kahalagahan ng masusing pagbabantay at pagiging maingat sa seguridad ng bawat tahanan, lalo na sa panahon ng patuloy na banta ng krimen.

Police disband pro-Palestinian protest camp at UCLA

Venus L Peñaflor
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Police disband pro-Palestinian protest camp at UCLA

LOS ANGELES. Hundreds of police officers stormed into a central plaza at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), dismantling a pro-Palestinian protest camp in a pre-dawn operation on Thursday. The move followed a violent altercation the previous night instigated by pro-Israel supporters.

Tensions have been escalating on U.S. college campuses over protests concerning Israel’s actions in Gaza, culminating in clashes between students and law enforcement.

Live television broadcasts captured the police crackdown, revealing scenes of approximately six protesters under arrest, their hands bound behind their backs with zip-ties. The clash was punctuated by loud explosions from flash-bang charges fired by the police.

Demonstrators, armed with makeshift shields and umbrellas, attempted to resist the police advance, while others surrendered and were escorted away with hands raised. The encampment, which had attracted hundreds of protesters, became the focal point of the standoff.

Prior to the police intervention, tensions had escalated between the pro-Palestinian demonstrators and masked counter-protesters, resulting in a violent clash. The melee, which erupted late Tuesday night, prompted the university to cancel classes the following day.

Authorities attributed the disturbance to “instigators” and vowed to investigate the incident. However, criticisms emerged regarding the delayed response from campus law enforcement.

The protest at UCLA is part of a broader wave of demonstrations across U.S. campuses, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and advocating for divestment from companies supporting Israel’s government. These protests have sparked counter-demonstrations, with accusations of antisemitism levied against pro-Palestinian activists.

Wednesday night’s police action at UCLA mirrors similar crackdowns at other institutions, including Columbia University in New York City. Mayor Eric Adams reported around 300 arrests, predominantly for trespassing and criminal mischief.

The events at UCLA and other campuses underscore the heightened political tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, resonating even as far as the upcoming U.S. presidential election.

As of now, UCLA officials have announced limited operations on campus, with the fallout from the protest likely to reverberate for days to come.

Utah cat’s unplanned journey to California in an Amazon box

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Utah cat’s unplanned journey to California in an Amazon box

Galena, a 6-year-old house cat from Utah, is renowned for her fondness for hiding and playing with cardboard. However, earlier this month, her playful antics took an unexpected turn when she found herself unwittingly embarking on a cross-country journey in an Amazon package, leading to a tale of a feverish search, a California rescue, and a tearful reunion.

Owner Carrie Clark recounted the ordeal, expressing the family’s stress as they grappled with Galena’s disappearance on April 10. Despite exhaustive efforts, including neighborhood searches and social media alerts in Lehi, Utah, Galena remained elusive. “Not knowing what had happened to her was pretty excruciating,” Clark shared, revealing her week-long anguish.

Hope rekindled when Clark received a life-altering text on April 17, confirming Galena’s whereabouts in Riverside, California. The revelation unfolded: Galena had hitched a ride in an Amazon box containing returned steel-toed boots ordered by Clark’s husband. “Our sweet kitty must have jumped into that box without us knowing,” Clark reflected.

Fortunately, Amazon employees, recognizing the feline passenger, reached out to co-worker Brandy Hunter, known for rescuing cats. Hunter promptly ensured Galena’s well-being, taking her home and arranging a veterinary visit to scan for a microchip. Clark, overwhelmed with relief, flew to California the next day to reunite with her beloved pet.

Reflecting on the emotional rollercoaster, Clark oscillated between laughter and tears. “I went from hysterically laughing that she was stuck like that — we mailed our cat — you know … just the humor part of that, to hysterically crying all within like five seconds,” she confessed.

Clark attributes Galena’s safe return to several factors, including mild weather, a torn box seam providing air, and Hunter’s swift actions. Encouraged by Galena’s resilience, Clark advocates for pet microchipping and urges vigilance when handling Amazon packages.

As Galena readjusts to home comforts, Clark shares her story, emphasizing the importance of pet identification and caution when dealing with shipping containers. Galena’s quiet demeanor during her unexpected journey remains a testament to her remarkable resilience and the enduring bond between pet and owner.

A 300-year old settlement emerges as severe drought dries up Pantabangan dam

Venus L Peñaflor
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A 300-year old settlement emerges as severe drought dries up Pantabangan dam

PANTABANGAN, Nueva Ecija. An archaeological discovery has unfolded in the Philippines as a nearly 300-year-old settlement, submerged beneath the waters of Pantabangan Dam, has resurfaced amidst a severe drought gripping the region. The unexpected emergence of structures, including remnants of a church, tombstones, and a municipal hall marker, has captured the attention of experts and locals alike.

Marlon Paladin, a supervising engineer for the National Irrigation Administration, revealed that the historic relics began to reappear in March as the scorching heat and prolonged dry spell caused the reservoir’s water levels to plummet. Deliberately inundated during the dam’s construction in the 1970s, the settlement has intermittently resurfaced over the years, but this recent occurrence marks the longest duration of visibility on record.

Paladin noted that the exposed ruins have become a focal point for curious visitors during periods of low water levels, underscoring the intersection of history and natural phenomena.

The Philippines, like much of Southeast Asia, has been grappling with extreme heatwaves, prompting schools to suspend classes as temperatures soar. The blistering conditions, exacerbated by the El Niño climate pattern, have led to heat indices surpassing 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in some areas, including the town of Muñoz near the dam.

The severity of the drought, compounded by climate change, has cast a shadow over the region’s future. Climatologist Maximiliano Herrera emphasized the vulnerability of Southeast Asia to the impacts of climate change.

5 ang nalunod sa Laguna, Batangas, at Quezon

Arman B. Cambe
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5 ang nalunod sa Laguna, Batangas, at Quezon

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna. Limang katao, kasama na ang tatlong bata, ang napaulat na nalunod sa magkakahiwalay na insidente sa Laguna, Batangas, at Quezon nitong Linggo, Abril 28.

Batay sa ulat ng Police Regionan Office 4A (PRO-4A) ngayong Lunes, isa sa mga biktima ay si Rachel Asestre, 24, na nalunod habang naliligo sa Bunga Falls sa Barangay Bunga sa Nagcarlan, Laguna, kasama ang kanyang mga katrabaho mula sa pabrika.

Bandang 4:00 ng hapon, napansin ng mga kasama ni Asestre ang kanyang pagkawala at agad na humingi ng tulong sa mga tanod. Isang oras matapos ang insidente, natagpuan ang bangkay ni Asestre at dinala sa ospital subalit idineklarang patay na.

Samantala, isa pang bata ang nasawi na si Sean Cartina, 6, matapos mag-outing kasama ang kanyang pamilya sa isang resort sa Barangay Bangyas sa Calauan, Laguna. Biglang nawala si Sean kaya’t agad itong hinanap ng kanyang pamilya. Natagpuan lamang ito ng kanyang ama sa ilalim ng pool na walang malay. Kahit na dinala agad sa pinakamalapit na ospital, hindi na ito nailigtas.

Bukod sa dalawang ito, may mga report rin ng pagkalunod sa Malvar, Batangas at Lemery, Batangas na ikinasawi rin ng ilang indibidwal.

“Napakainit ng panahon kaya’t mahalagang mag-ingat kapag nag-a outing sa tubig. Mabuting maging alerto lalo na sa mga lugar tulad ng mga resort, falls, o beach. Mahalaga ring siguruhing may kasamang may kaalaman sa life saving at may tamang pagbabantay sa mga bata, lalong-lalo na sa mga swimming pool. Alalahanin na ang kaligtasan ay laging prayoridad sa anumang paglalakbay o outing sa tubig,” ayon sa tagubilin ni Police Brigadier General Paul Kenneth T. Lucas, direktor ng PRO-4A.

PAGASA: Dalawang bagyo posibleng pumasok ngayong Mayo

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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PAGASA: Dalawang bagyo posibleng pumasok ngayong Mayo

Sa abiso ng PAGASA, dalawang bagyo ang posibleng mabuo at pumasok sa Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) ngayong buwan ng Mayo.

Ayon kay Rhea Torres ng PAGASA, inaasahan na ang unang bagyo ay magdudulot ng epekto sa Philippine landmass bago ito lumayo sa ating bansa.

Samantala, ang ikalawang bagyo ay inaasahang tatawid ng Eastern Visayas, Bicol region, MIMAROPA, at CALABARZON bago ito lumabas sa West Philippine Sea at mag-ikot palayo sa ating bansa.

Nilinaw ni Torres na sa ngayon, walang bagyo na direktang may epekto sa ating bansa hanggang sa susunod na linggo. Subalit, mariing pinapayuhan ang publiko na manatiling alerto at maghanda sa posibleng pagdating ng mga ito.

Five human skeletons with missing hands and feet, found outside Nazi leader Hermann Göring’s house

Venus L Peñaflor
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Five human skeletons with missing hands and feet, found outside Nazi leader Hermann Göring’s house

Archaeologists have made a chilling discovery at the Wolf’s Lair, a former Nazi military base in Gierloz, northeastern Poland. Unearthing the remains of five individuals, all devoid of hands and feet, has sparked intrigue and speculation about their identities and the circumstances of their demise.

The findings, unveiled by the Latebra Foundation, a historical organization in Gdansk, have intensified curiosity about the site’s dark history. The skeletons, belonging to three adults, a teenager, and a newborn baby, were arranged together near the residence of infamous Nazi leader Hermann Göring, known for his prominence in World War II.

The excavation, triggered by the unearthing of a human skull fragment on February 24, prompted further investigation. Adrian Kostrzewa of the foundation recounted the surprising turn of events, initially mistaking the site for an old bathroom until uncovering ashes, a burned key, and ultimately the fragment. “It was very surprising,” he remarked.

The circumstances surrounding the missing hands and feet remain shrouded in mystery, fueling speculation and theories. Kostrzewa acknowledged the uncertainty, highlighting the importance of ongoing police investigations and the need for radiocarbon dating to determine the age of the remains.

The Wolf’s Lair, nestled deep within the forests of northeastern Poland, served as a formidable stronghold for the Nazi regime during World War II. Hitler himself spent considerable time there, making it a site of strategic importance. Its eventual destruction in 1945, amidst the chaos of advancing Soviet forces, marked the end of an era.

The discovery of the skeletons within the confines of this heavily fortified complex adds another layer of intrigue to its dark history. As historians and authorities continue to unravel the mysteries buried within its grounds, the Wolf’s Lair remains a haunting reminder of the atrocities committed during one of the darkest chapters of human history.

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