US: Ex-Typhoon Halong Wreaks Havoc in Alaska, Hundreds Evacuated

Remnants of Typhoon Halong caused catastrophic flooding in western Alaska, destroying homes in Kipnuk and Kwigillingok, killing one person, and displacing over 1,400 residents. Mass evacuations began Wednesday, October 15, as hundreds were airlifted to Anchorage for shelter.

Philippines: Tropical Storm Trami Makes Landfall In Northeast With Heavy Rain And Strong Winds 3

Tropical Storm Trami slammed into the northeastern coast of the Philippines on Thursday, October 24, causing widespread flooding and landslides. The storm has claimed at least 26 lives and forced 150,000 people to evacuate their homes.

Canada: Large Fire Breaks Out On Old Rail Bridge In Metro Vancouver 2

An old unused rail bridge caught fire in Richmond, British Columbia on Thursday evening, June 20 sending a huge plume of smoke into the sky over Metro Vancouver. The nearby Oak Street bridge was closed in both directions while firefighters fought the fire.

'A Song for Japan' video clips

'A Song for Japan' video clips

TOKYO, Japan - Image shows video clips of musicians around the world playing the tune ''A Song for Japan'' that have been uploaded on the Internet in support of people affected by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The song was written by Belgian trombonist Steven Verhelst, and the Sendai Philharmonic Orchestra is scheduled to play an orchestral adaptation of the music at a concert on March 31, 2012, in Sendai, a city hit by the disaster.

'A Song for Japan' video clips

'A Song for Japan' video clips

TOKYO, Japan - Image shows video clips of musicians around the world playing the tune ''A Song for Japan'' that have been uploaded on the Internet in support of people affected by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The song was written by Belgian trombonist Steven Verhelst, and the Sendai Philharmonic Orchestra is scheduled to play an orchestral adaptation of the music at a concert on March 31, 2012, in Sendai, a city hit by the disaster. (Kyodo)