Heavy rain causes flooding in Bac Ninh: Media sources report that heavy rains from October 6 to the morning of October 7 caused flooding in parts of Bac Ninh province, Vietnam. Areas such as Bo Ha (325.6 mm), Lang Giang (245.2 mm), Kep (186.2 mm), and Bac Giang (191 mm) saw the heaviest rainfall. Floodwaters and mud inundated homes and businesses, forcing several people to evacuate. Disruptions to logistics and businesses are expected.
Truck drivers launch indefinite strike across Indore: Media sources reported on October 6 that the Association of Parcel Transport & Freight Owners, Indore Truck Operator & Transport Association, and Dewas Naka Welfare Association in Indore, India, began an indefinite strike to protest new no-entry restrictions on heavy vehicles imposed by authorities. Transporters have stopped booking and delivering goods until the previous rules return. The strike is expected to severely impact freight bookings and deliveries across Indore’s commercial hubs and disrupt businesses until a resolution is reached.
The designated operator of Cyprus, the Department of Postal Services (Cyprus Post), wishes to inform Union member countries and their designated operators that, owing to an attempted cyberattack last week relating to the system that handles items subject to customs examination, delays are to be expected in the processing and delivery of inbound mail (letter-post, parcel-post and EMS items).
Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Darjeeling: Media sources on October 5 reported that heavy rains in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, caused landslides and flooding, killing at least 17 people and damaging roads and infrastructure. The Dudia Iron Bridge collapsed, key routes were blocked, and several trains were canceled. Rescue operations are underway, with a red alert for heavy rain in Darjeeling and Kalimpong until at least October 6. Disruptions to transport and businesses are expected until weather conditions improve.
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Typhoon Matmo causes flooding in Guangdong: Media sources reported that heavy rainfall from Typhoon Matmo caused flooding in parts of southern Guangdong Province, China, on the afternoon and evening of October 5. Flooding has affected several areas, including parts of Zhanjiang, Maoming, Leizhou, Xuwen, and Wuchuan, among others. Authorities have suspended transportation and commercial activities across the cities. Strong and gusty winds have also caused disruptions to logistics and transportation. Additionally, authorities have evacuated 150,000 people from parts of Guangdong Province. Disruptions to businesses and logistics are expected. |