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4 September 2011
Landslides and floods from Typhoon Talas in Japan
Typhoon Talas has caused widespread damage and disruption in southern Japan over the last 24 hours. At least 20 people have been killed, and 50 more are reported to be missing.
1 September 2011
Reflections on Hurricane Irene – it’s as much to do with water as wind
A review of the aftermath of Hurricane Irene, enphasising the importance of understanding the impact of the rainfall as well as the wind associated with tropical cyclones
4 August 2011
Two important ongoing tropical cyclone hazards
A brief review of two ongoing tropical cyclones – one in the pacific and one in the Caribbean. The threat to both Haiti and Shanghai is significant.
26 July 2011
Tropical Storm Nock-Ten is making landfall in the Philippines
A brief description of Tropical Storm Nock-Ten, which is likely to bring landslides to the Philippines over the next 24 hours.
Dave Petley is the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hull in the United Kingdom. His blog provides commentary and analysis of landslide events occurring worldwide, including the landslides themselves, latest research, and conferences and meetings.
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