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Wildfires in Sardinia, Italy have left four injured and forced over 600 to evacuate as of August 7

As of August 7, wildfires on the Italian island of Sardinia have left four injured, and forced over 600 evacuations. Emergency crews are still working to contain more than forty-two fires burning throughout the island, and further evacuations are expected. High temperatures associated with the ongoing heat wave may make additional fires more likely.

Typhoon Doksuri is expected to cause ongoing flooding and severe travel disruptions in Beijing, China through August 9.

Widespread flooding and landslides have been reported in Beijing, China on August 3 associated with Typhoon Doksuri. Over 1.2 million people have been evacuated from the area, and dozens have been reported missing. Severe rain have caused at least one major highway bridge to collapse, and flooded dozens of roads. Continued rainfall and disruptions are expected through August 9.

Continued flight cancellations expected in Okinawa, Japan after Typhoon Khanun passes over the island for a second time on August 4.

Typhoon Khanun made landfall in Okinawa, Japan and Taipei, Taiwan on August 2 and 3, causing structural damage, power outages, and flooding. Current meteorological reports forecast that Khanun will backtrack across Okinawa for a second time on August 4 before finally dissipating. This is expected to worsen travel conditions, and increase flooding and power outages.

On August 3, a stabbing attack left one dead and 13 injured in Bundang AK Plaza in Seongnam, South Korea.

On August 3, a stabbing and car-ramming attack caused one death and 13 injuries outside the Bundang AK Plaza department store in Seongnam, South Korea. A 33-year-old man was arrested in connection to the incident shortly after it occurred. The incident is being treated as terror-related with heightened security expected in the area in the coming hours.

On July 27, the US Embassy in Dublin, Ireland issues an alert following unprovoked attacks on American tourists. Be on the lookout for groups of young adults, and walk in groups, leave valuables at home, and limit personal alcohol consumption

On July 27, American tourists are advised to keep a low profile after an American tourist was nearly killed the prior week in an unprovoked attack. The U.S. Embassy in Dublin, Ireland, recommends walking in groups, securing wallets and passports in interior pockets, and only carrying a little amount of cash on your person. The embassy also recommends not staring at your phone while walking in public areas, and to limit the amount of alcohol you consume.

Severe weather and significant travel disruptions are expected as Typhoon Doksuri makes landfall in southern China on July 27

On July 26, Typhoon Doksuri hit Taiwan, causing the evacuation of at least 300 people and flood warnings across the country. On July 27, Dokuri is expected to hit southern China, causing flight train and ferry cancellations. Flash flooding and road closures are expected throughout the country, likely impacting the ability of first responders to act quickly.

Wildfires in Rhodes, Greece forced tens of thousands of evacuations on July 23 as Heat Wave Charon continues.

On June 22, a wildfire caused mass evacuations in the central and southern regions of Rhodes, Greece. At least 19,000 tourists and residents were evacuated from villages and hotels across the region. Heavy smoke and limited visibility have resulted in cancelled inbound and outbound flights. Further evacuations are likely if the fire continues to spread.

Stabbing spree leaves one dead and three injured in Seoul, South Korea on July 21.

A stabbing on July 21 left one dead and three injured near Sillim Station in the Gwanak-gu district of Seoul, South Korea on July 21. The perpetrator was apprehended by police shortly thereafter. Police believe the attack was motivated by a mental health episode, and is likely a standalone incident. The area remains taped off as the scene is assessed and cleaned up.

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