Severe Storm

A violent tropical storm battered Madagascar's eastern coastline killing at least 14 people and leaving thousands more homeless, the government said on Friday.

Cyclone Rene hit Tonga islands and caused major damages to crops, vegetation and buildings. 

Initial reports indicate no deaths or serious injuries. However, It is estimated that 80 per cent of the trees on the island are down and there is significant damage to crops and other vegetation.

Two of French Polynesia's islands are bracing for damaging winds and flooding as Cylcone Oli prepares to strike later today.

At least three people were believed dead after Cyclone Mick swept over Fiji's main island of Viti Levu, causing widespread flooding and damage, police said.

UN agencies are preparing for the response to the potential impact of Tropical Storm Ida (previously Tropical Depression 11).

Because influence of the storm Mirinae up from the night 2nd November, 2009 in the provinces of Central and Southern Highlands have heavy rain.

Powereful typhoon Mirinae (Santi) hit several provinces in the Philippines, dozens of houses in coastal areas were swept away, about 50 houses were also destroyed by strong winds.

The country prepared for the approaching Typhoon Lupit (locally known as Ramil), provoking serious concerns that an already battered population faces further hardships, including the threat of land

On 8 October 2009, a strong typhoon 0918(Melor) has struck Japan, leaving a trail of damage across the centre of the country.