Climate
Death Toll Rises Above 100 in India and Nepal Due to Severe Weather
More than 100 people have died in the border region of India and Nepal due to severe weather caused by Cyclone Arnabnu, with authorities reporting 81 fatalities in Uttar Pradesh and 27 in Nepal. The heavy rainfall triggered river flooding and mudslides that destroyed over 1,000 homes, while rescue workers struggle to reach affected areas amid power outages and travel restrictions. Additionally, more than 75,000 residents were evacuated in Odisha as the storm impacts eastern India. Experts note that climate change is likely increasing the intensity of such cyclones due to warmer sea temperatures and rising sea levels, which exacerbate storm surges and flooding risks.
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