What's happened
As of October 28, 2024, multiple tropical storms and hurricanes are affecting various regions. Hurricane Kristy is moving across the Pacific, while Tropical Storm Trami has caused severe flooding in the Philippines. Cyclone Dana has made landfall in India, prompting mass evacuations. The Atlantic remains quiet with no active cyclones.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to The Guardian, Hurricane Kristy is expected to veer northward without making landfall, while Tropical Storm Trami has already caused significant damage in the Philippines, with over 100,000 people evacuated and 24 fatalities reported. The article highlights the severe flooding and landslides resulting from Trami's heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Cyclone Dana has made landfall in India, prompting evacuations of 1.5 million people, as reported by Bloomberg. The situation in India is critical, with concerns about infrastructure and humanitarian needs following the cyclone's impact. The Independent notes that the Atlantic hurricane season remains active, but currently, no cyclones are forming in that region.
How we got here
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has been notably active, with October being one of the busiest months. Recent storms have developed rapidly, influenced by warm ocean temperatures and atmospheric conditions. The emergence of La Niña is also contributing to increased rainfall in Southeast Asia.
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