Indo-Pacific Impact

Events

Verified incidents across the Indo-Pacific with transparent confidence scoring. See our methodology for how events are assessed.

natural hazardjapanmedium impact10 Aug

Children with disabilities offered places to feel at ease in quake-hit Kumamoto

In the wake of the earthquake in Kumamoto, facilities for children with disabilities have begun offering daytime spaces to help them adjust. This initiative aims to provide a supportive environment for those sensitive to changes in their surroundings.

Confidence: 66/100
natural hazardjapanmedium impact10 Aug

Strong wind and heavy rain forecast as tropical storm approaches Japan

The season's 15th tropical storm is expected to make landfall in Ibaraki and Fukushima prefectures. Strong winds and heavy rain are forecasted as it heads toward the Sea of Japan.

Confidence: 66/100
natural hazardjapanmedium impact10 Aug

What Kumamoto revealed about Japan’s earthquake readiness

Following an earthquake in Kumamoto, roads remained clear, but restoring water supplies and daily life proved challenging. Insights into Japan's earthquake readiness were revealed.

Confidence: 66/100
natural hazardjapanmedium impact10 Aug

Nippon Paper president expresses condolences over deaths at quake-hit plant

An earthquake in Yatsushiro registered a seismic intensity of up to upper 6, the second-highest level in Japan. Nippon Paper's president expressed condolences over the deaths caused by the disaster.

Confidence: 67/100
natural hazardjapanmedium impact10 Aug

Japan’s Weathernews launches global app in 57 languages

Japan's Weathernews has launched a global app available in 57 languages. The app aims to provide consolidated weather warnings to help users prepare for disasters early.

Confidence: 67/100
natural hazardjapanmedium impact4 Aug

Japan speeds Kumamoto earthquake recovery as dangerous summer heat sets in

Japan is accelerating recovery efforts in Kumamoto following a recent earthquake, as high summer temperatures pose challenges. Authorities are responding to the dual crisis of rebuilding and managing heat risks.

Confidence: 68/100
natural hazardtaiwanhigh impact28 Jul

Typhoon Gaemi approaches southern Taiwan; Kaohsiung port suspends operations

Central Weather Administration issued land warning for Typhoon Gaemi; Port of Kaohsiung halted container operations for 18 hours as precaution.

Confidence: 92/100
natural hazardtaiwanmedium impact21 Mar

Kaohsiung port operations curtailed ahead of seasonal storm system

Taiwan port authorities limited pilotage and crane operations at Kaohsiung as a seasonal storm system approached southern Taiwan.

Confidence: 81/100