Cyclone Archives

Bomb Cyclone Jett Unleashes Havoc: Snowstorms, Flooding, and Tragic Incidents Stretch Across U.S.

As a formidable winter storm, dubbed Winter Storm Jett, traversed the United States from the West Coast through the Rockies and onto the Northeast, it escalated into a bomb cyclone, amassing significant snowfall and severe weather-related issues. This event notably occurred from February 16 to 17, as the central pressure of the storm sharply plummeted, classifying it as a bomb cyclone—an intense weather phenomenon characterized by rapid atmospheric pressure drops. Winter Storm Jett unleashed its …

Coroner’s Inquiry to Probe Fatalities from Auckland Floods and Cyclone Gabrielle Amidst Rising Weather Threats

Wellington, New Zealand — A comprehensive inquest spearheaded by Coroner Erin Woolley delves into the tragic fatalities tied to the severe weather events that struck New Zealand early this year, including the Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods and the devastating impact of Cyclone Gabrielle. The inquiry follows a pattern similar to the scrutiny applied after the Christchurch mosque attacks, reflecting the gravity and public importance of these natural disasters. The events in question commenced over the …

Comprehensive Inquiry Set to Examine All 18 Fatalities Following Catastrophic Cyclone Gabrielle and Preceding Floods

Hastings, New Zealand — An extensive coroner’s investigation is underway into 18 deaths associated with Cyclone Gabrielle and earlier flooding events, including a probing look at whether inadequate response during the disasters may have contributed to these fatalities. The inquiry, led by Coroner Erin Woolley, encompasses a series of tragic events that started with severe flooding during the Auckland Anniversary Weekend beginning on January 27, 2023, and continued with the devastating impact of Cyclone Gabrielle, …

Inquest to Probe Deaths from Cyclone Gabrielle and Auckland Floods; Devising Scope of Coroner’s Inquiry

Auckland, New Zealand — In the wake of last year’s devastating weather events in Auckland, a series of coronial inquests are set to unravel the circumstances that led to multiple fatalities, including the tragic loss of two volunteer firefighters. The Auckland District Court is hosting the first of these scope hearings today, bringing attention to the severity of the destruction caused by mass floods followed by Cyclone Gabrielle. The proceedings, expected to last two days, …

Unprecedented Cyclone Remal wreaks havoc in Northeast India, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake

Guwahati, India – Severe weather conditions have led to devastating consequences in the northeastern states of Mizoram, Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland. Cyclone Remal brought heavy rains, triggering landslides and claiming multiple lives in the region. The cyclone’s impact has been particularly harsh in Mizoram, with reports of extensive damage to infrastructure and homes. The state government has initiated relief efforts to provide assistance to those affected by the natural disaster. In Assam, similar scenes of …