Hurricane Tracker Shows Typhoon Champi Threatening Taiwan With 900 mm Rain
Storms, severe thunderstorms, flooding and an approaching typhoon are causing deaths, structural damage and widespread warnings across multiple continents, with four dead in southern France and a historic church damaged in Norway, according to the hurricane tracker monitoring these simultaneous events. Four people died and one was seriously injured after storms battered the south of France on Wednesday. [4] A church wall was blown off the protected Dønnesfjord church in Hasvik, Norway, during severe weather; the building is the only structure that survived the 1944 burning of Finnmark and was listed in 2009. [3] A Flood Warning is in effect for Moenkopi Wash and the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona, until 2 PM MST due to excessive rainfall, with deadly flooding possible at low-water crossings. [1] A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Apache County, Arizona, with a storm producing 60 mph winds and half-dollar-size hail moving northeast at 50 mph over Petrified Forest National Park. [2] Taiwan's premier warned citizens to avoid beaches, creeks and mountains over the long weekend as Typhoon Champi approaches, bringing up to 900 mm of rain in northern mountainous areas and gusts reaching Beaufort scale 12. [5]
France Storms Leave Four Dead
Four people died and one was seriously injured after storms battered the south of France on Wednesday. [4] Local authorities confirmed the fatalities and injury occurred as the storms moved through the region. [4] The incidents highlight the immediate human toll from the severe weather system. [4] Officials noted that the storms caused significant disruption in southern areas. [4] The deaths mark a tragic outcome from the event that unfolded on Wednesday. [4] Rescue and response teams were mobilized following the reports of casualties. [4] The injured individual required serious medical attention after the storms passed. [4] This development underscores the dangers posed by the intense weather conditions in the affected zones. [4]
Historic Norwegian Church Damaged by Winds
A church wall was blown off the protected Dønnesfjord church in Hasvik, Norway, during severe weather; the building is the only structure that survived the 1944 burning of Finnmark and was listed in 2009. [3] Senior adviser Hallvard Trohaug from Riksantikvaren described the situation as quite bad yet repairable after inspecting the site. [3] The damage was assessed as a crisis case requiring prompt attention. [3] Officials traveled to the location as soon as conditions allowed safe access. [3] The church on Sørøya stood alone after the 1944 events in Hasvik municipality. [3] It received protected status in 2009. [3] Mayor Lars Hustad expressed sadness over the harm to the heritage structure and stressed the need to preserve it. [3] An entrepreneur joined the Wednesday inspection to evaluate next steps. [3] The building will be secured to withstand winter conditions before full restoration work begins next year. [3] Securing measures include supports to seal against further wind damage to the tower and main room. [3] The main church room itself remains undamaged at present. [3] The municipality holds responsibility for the protected site while Riksantikvaren provides guidance on repairs. [3]
Arizona Flood Warning Issued
A Flood Warning is in effect for Moenkopi Wash and the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona, until 2 PM MST due to excessive rainfall, with deadly flooding possible at low-water crossings. [1] Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected along these waterways. [1] The warning covers Moenkopi Wash and the Little Colorado River from Cameron to the Colorado River confluence. [1] Flooding of Moenkopi Wash and the Little Colorado River is already occurring. [1] Further rises are anticipated in already flooded creeks and normally dry washes. [1] Deadly flooding remains possible over low-water crossings in the area. [1] The alert remains active until 2 PM MST. [1] Residents and travelers are advised to exercise extreme caution near these locations. [1]
Severe Thunderstorm Hits Petrified Forest
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Apache County, Arizona, with a storm producing 60 mph winds and half-dollar-size hail moving northeast at 50 mph over Petrified Forest National Park. [2] At 6:41 AM MST the severe thunderstorm was located over Petrified Forest National Park or 27 miles east of Holbrook. [2] The storm moved northeast at 50 mph. [2] Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half-dollar-size hail as indicated by radar. [2] Hail damage to vehicles is expected along with wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. [2] Locations impacted include Petrified Forest National Park, Petrified Forest N.P. Headquarters, Crystal Forest and Pinta. [2] The warning also covers Interstate 40 in the vicinity. [2] Drivers and residents in the path are urged to seek shelter from the hazardous conditions. [2]
Hurricane Tracker Taiwan Braces for Typhoon Champi
Taiwan's premier warned citizens to avoid beaches, creeks and mountains over the long weekend as Typhoon Champi approaches, bringing up to 900 mm of rain in northern mountainous areas and gusts reaching Beaufort scale 12. [5] Premier Cho Jung-tai urged the public to stay away from creeks, beaches and mountainous areas as the typhoon neared the main island. [5] Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast over the Retrocession Day long weekend. [5] Cho issued the remarks after receiving briefings on disaster prevention measures. [5] Typhoon Champi was rapidly approaching from the east and expected to turn north toward waters off northern Taiwan. [5] Rainbands were projected to reach land early the following day. [5] Sea and land warnings were issued at 11:30 a.m. [5] After landfall the system would envelop Taiwan proper before slowly departing on the 24th and 25th. [5] Winds would be strongest from the next day through Saturday. [5] Gusts up to level 12 on the Beaufort scale are expected along eastern and northeastern coasts, the Hengchun Peninsula, Orchid Island and Green Island from today through Saturday morning. [5] Extremely heavy rain is forecast for mountainous areas in northern and northeastern Taiwan from today through Saturday morning. [5] Northern, northeastern and central Taiwan plus mountainous areas in the east could see heavy or extremely heavy rain. [5] Mountainous areas in the north and northeast could receive 600 mm to 900 mm of rain from today through Saturday. [5] The National Fire Agency requested evacuation of residents downstream of the Wanli Creek landslide dam in Hualien County, which held 5 million tonnes of water. [5] The public was urged to avoid mountainous areas, creeks and beaches even after the typhoon departs. [5]
Ongoing Global Severe Weather Alerts
The events span multiple continents with alerts active simultaneously in Europe, North America and Asia. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] Authorities in each region issued targeted warnings based on local conditions. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] The combination of fatalities, structural impacts and evacuation advisories reflects the broad reach of current weather patterns. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] Coordination among agencies continues to address immediate risks. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
What to watch next: Rainbands from Typhoon Champi are expected to reach land early tomorrow with strongest winds from tomorrow through Saturday and potential evacuation needs at the Wanli Creek landslide dam.
