# Extreme weather events across Asia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/extreme-weather-events-across-asia
> Updated: 2026-08-14T20:40:44.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Multiple Asian nations have experienced severe weather disruptions, including extreme heat, wildfires, and intense precipitation. Early reports highlighted wildfires in Indonesia’s Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, record-breaking temperatures in Hong Kong, and heatwave-related health issues in South Korea.

As the situation progressed, the impact of tropical storms and the southwest monsoon intensified. Fatalities rose to over 50, with significant deaths reported in Myanmar, the Philippines, and India. In the Philippines, millions of people were affected by flooding and landslides. Meanwhile, Typhoon Dolphin caused heavy rainfall and prompted the evacuation of over 1.6 million people in China. Meteorologists have noted that El Niño effects may continue to exacerbate these weather conditions.

## Claims

- The NDRRMC reported that over 4.34 million people in the Philippines were affected by the Habagat monsoon. (disputed by 2 sources)
- Approximately 4 million people in the Philippines have been affected by the storms. (disputed)
- The southwest monsoon, known as Habagat, has been reinforced by tropical storms Luis and Maymay. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The death toll from recent cyclones and storms in Asia has exceeded 50 people. (single source)
- Meteorologists warn that a strong El Niño could worsen weather conditions in the coming months. (single source)
- Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in China's Zhejiang province with winds reaching 151 km/h. (single source)
- Chinese authorities ordered the preventive evacuation of over 1.6 million people in the east. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-14: Asia cyclones and monsoon rains cause over 50 deaths and massive displacement

Cyclones and monsoon rains have killed over 50 people across Asia, affecting millions in the Philippines, China, India, and Myanmar through severe flooding and landslides.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asia-cyclones-and-monsoon-rains-cause-over-50-deaths-and-massive-displacement

### 2026-08-08: Extreme weather causes damage across several Asian nations

Extreme weather is hitting Asia, with wildfires in Indonesia, heatwaves in South Korea and Hong Kong, and deadly flooding and landslides in the Philippines.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/extreme-weather-causes-damage-across-several-asian-nations

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