POWERFUL CYCLONE "VAYU" will MIRACULOUSLY turn and die in Arabian Sea

Thousands of people are evacuated as Powerful Cyclone Vayu approaches.

But Ventusky Interactive map shows a surprising forecast that just before making landfall the storm will miraculously turn away to the west and then weaken and die off in the Arabian Sea.

Praise the Lord.

POWERFUL CYCLONE "VAYU" will MIRACULOUSLY turn and die in Arabian Sea

Thousands of people are evacuated as Powerful Cyclone Vayu approaches.

But Ventusky Interactive map shows a surprising forecast that just before making landfall the storm will miraculously turn away to the west and then weaken and die off in the Arabian Sea.

Praise the Lord.

A Series of Sinkholes have emerged across the UK

After a bout of bad weather, a series of sinkholes have emerged across the UK - namely on the M25 and in Sheringham High Street.

While sinkholes are rare, they can - and have - occurred in the UK.

But what are they exactly and what causes them? Here's everything you need to know.

What is a sinkhole and what causes them?

A sinkhole is a depression in the ground - and can also be referred to as a cenote, swallet or doline.

It is where the land collapses, leaving a large hole on the surface.

They usually occur when the rock beneath the surface is dissolved by water, but they can also occur when the land is parched.

The most commonly affected areas include areas of land with limestone or chalk foundations.

While they're very common in the States, they do form in the UK from time to time.

What happened on the M25 and on Sheringham High Street?

Two sinkholes appeared on the M25 motorway around 11.30pm on 10 June, 2019, causing major traffic and delays.

Kent Police said they were responding to a nearby traffic incident near Sevenoaks when they discovered the sinkholes.

Road diversions were still in place this morning due to a "serious road defect".

Repairs to the road were carried out overnight, but there was another incident on the M25 that prevented the road from being reopened.

A spokesperson said: "Kent Police were called at 5.17am on Tuesday 11 June regarding a distressed man on a footbridge above the motorway near Swanley.

“As a result both carriageways of the M25 were closed."

Meanwhile, in Sheringham High Street, a 26ft hole emerged on 25 May. Anglian Water are currently investigating the sinkhole, but fear repairs could take all summer.

Local businesses are worried about the economic impact of the road closure and wait to hear what will happen in the way of insurance.

The local council said the High Street would still be open to shoppers and pedestrians.

Where else has been affected in the UK?

Areas in the UK that are more prone to sinkholes include Dorset, Hampshire, the Chilterns, parts of Wales, Yorkshire and the Peak District.

This is down to the levels of chalk and limestone in the areas. Sinkholes are, however, extremely rare in the UK.

Source - https://www.heart.co.uk/news/weather/what-causes-sinkholes-uk-areas-affected/

A Series of Sinkholes have emerged across the UK

After a bout of bad weather, a series of sinkholes have emerged across the UK - namely on the M25 and in Sheringham High Street.

While sinkholes are rare, they can - and have - occurred in the UK.

But what are they exactly and what causes them? Here's everything you need to know.

What is a sinkhole and what causes them?

A sinkhole is a depression in the ground - and can also be referred to as a cenote, swallet or doline.

It is where the land collapses, leaving a large hole on the surface.

They usually occur when the rock beneath the surface is dissolved by water, but they can also occur when the land is parched.

The most commonly affected areas include areas of land with limestone or chalk foundations.

While they're very common in the States, they do form in the UK from time to time.

What happened on the M25 and on Sheringham High Street?

Two sinkholes appeared on the M25 motorway around 11.30pm on 10 June, 2019, causing major traffic and delays.

Kent Police said they were responding to a nearby traffic incident near Sevenoaks when they discovered the sinkholes.

Road diversions were still in place this morning due to a "serious road defect".

Repairs to the road were carried out overnight, but there was another incident on the M25 that prevented the road from being reopened.

A spokesperson said: "Kent Police were called at 5.17am on Tuesday 11 June regarding a distressed man on a footbridge above the motorway near Swanley.

“As a result both carriageways of the M25 were closed."

Meanwhile, in Sheringham High Street, a 26ft hole emerged on 25 May. Anglian Water are currently investigating the sinkhole, but fear repairs could take all summer.

Local businesses are worried about the economic impact of the road closure and wait to hear what will happen in the way of insurance.

The local council said the High Street would still be open to shoppers and pedestrians.

Where else has been affected in the UK?

Areas in the UK that are more prone to sinkholes include Dorset, Hampshire, the Chilterns, parts of Wales, Yorkshire and the Peak District.

This is down to the levels of chalk and limestone in the areas. Sinkholes are, however, extremely rare in the UK.

Source - https://www.heart.co.uk/news/weather/what-causes-sinkholes-uk-areas-affected/

Heavy rains cause floods, sinkhole near Penampang

KOTA KINABALU: Heavy rains continue to trigger floods in low-lying areas of the city and its neighbouring districts with the latest downpour on Thursday (June 12) causing a sink hole to emerge in a village in Penampang.

Warning signs have been placed near the sink hole along the Putaton-Kibambangan road not far from here.

Apart from some parts of the city facing flash floods, various roads and villages in Penampang are also affected by floods.

Vehicles can been seen submerged in floodwaters while many houses are also hit.

Villagers still choose to remain at home but some have to move to their relative's houses at higher ground.

According to the Sabah Fire and Rescue Department, an evacuation centre in Penampang has been activated though no one has been evacuated as yet.

The Kota Kinabalu City Hall has also activated its call centre to monitor the flood situations at its area.

Intermittent heavy rains have been hitting parts of Sabah over two weeks, resulting in flash floods at least once a week.

The situation is making it hard for the authorities to cope.

Read more at https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/13/heavy-rains-cause-floods-sinkhole-near-penampang/#ySrOfZR4H9j1PI3l.99

Ecuador's highest court legalizes same-sex marriage

(CNN)Ecuador's highest court has ruled to recognize same-sex marriage, marking a watershed moment for LGBTQ rights in the Catholic-majority country.

Judges on Quito's constitutional court ruled five-to-four on Wednesday to overhaul the country's laws, arguing that its current marriage legislation was discriminatory and unconstitutional, and that same-sex couples should be allowed equal rights.

The four dissenting judges said that changes to the Ecuadorean constitution should be decided and approved by the government and not the court.

Ecuador's National Assembly will still be required to officially change the laws that define the institution of marriage. Constitutional lawyer Salim Zaidán told CNN, however, that Wednesday's verdict was binding and that same-sex couples would be able to marry as soon as the constitutional court notifies local government offices of their decision. The court has 10 days to do so.

The National Assembly will then introduce -- and pass -- a bill that will modify the country's current marriage law from its current definition as a union between a man and a woman only.

Source CNN - Read more

Ecuador's highest court legalizes same-sex marriage

(CNN)Ecuador's highest court has ruled to recognize same-sex marriage, marking a watershed moment for LGBTQ rights in the Catholic-majority country.

Judges on Quito's constitutional court ruled five-to-four on Wednesday to overhaul the country's laws, arguing that its current marriage legislation was discriminatory and unconstitutional, and that same-sex couples should be allowed equal rights.

The four dissenting judges said that changes to the Ecuadorean constitution should be decided and approved by the government and not the court.

Ecuador's National Assembly will still be required to officially change the laws that define the institution of marriage. Constitutional lawyer Salim Zaidán told CNN, however, that Wednesday's verdict was binding and that same-sex couples would be able to marry as soon as the constitutional court notifies local government offices of their decision. The court has 10 days to do so.

The National Assembly will then introduce -- and pass -- a bill that will modify the country's current marriage law from its current definition as a union between a man and a woman only.

Source CNN - Read more