Dorian kills five in Bahamas, US evacuates coast

Monster storm Dorian hovered over the Bahamas Monday as surging seawaters and ferocious winds sowed chaos in low-lying island communities, killing at least five people and spurring mass evacuations on the US east coast.
Florida braces for Hurricane Dorian
The US state of Florida has declared a state of emergency as a major hurricane is expected to make landfall early next week.
Two dead as Japan orders 670,000 to flee heavy rains
Two people were confirmed dead on Wednesday as heavy rains pounded southwest Japan, prompting flood and landslide warnings, and orders for 670,000 people to seek safety.
Moderate earthquake hits near Thandwe
No reports of damages or casualties were reported following a moderate earthquake which was recorded at 9:54 am today, according to the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology (DMH).
Japan braces for powerful storm at peak holiday period
Japan was bracing Wednesday for a severe tropical storm expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds during the peak holiday period, with dozens of flights and bullet train services cancelled.
Sweltering heat likely to continue in Japan
Weather officials are warning of heatstroke in Japan as sweltering heat continues to grip wide areas of the country.
Myanmar Daily Weather Report

(Issued at 7:00 am Wednesday 31st July, 2019)