Photos of Storm Wipha as it hits Asia
The storm has already proved deadly in the Philippines, where it intensified monsoon rains and killed at least three people over the weekend. It also hit parts of China and Hong Kong.
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Time of India
26 minutes ago
- Time of India
Heavy rain disrupts traffic and causes flooding in Bhubaneswar
1 2 Bhubaneswar: A sudden spell of heavy rain disrupted traffic across Bhubaneswar on Wednesday afternoon, flooding roads, snarling traffic, and forcing commuters to take cover wherever they could. The city, which saw a humid and sunny start in the morning, was caught off guard when intense rainfall lashed several parts between 3 and 5pm. "The rain started just as schools were closing, making it difficult for children to go out. The downpour was so heavy that within half an hour, roads started flooding. Besides, with strong lightning at frequent intervals, it was very risky for children to travel home," said Pranati Das, a parent and resident of Madhusudan Nagar. Waterlogging was reported across multiple areas, including Cuttack-Puri Road, Bomikhal, Laxmisagar, Rath Road, Forest Park, Pokhariput, and Jaydev Vihar Square. Two-wheeler riders were seen taking shelter under overbridges, and some of them wore raincoats. "I was carrying a raincoat, but the sudden rain was so harsh that I couldn't wear it and got totally drenched. The traffic was messy and moved at a slow pace," said Kartik Behera, a marketing executive. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 most beautiful women in the world Undo Harish Pradhan, a commuter, said he was stuck at Rasulgarh Square as traffic did not move in knee-deep water. "I had to push my bike. The situation in the city is far from improving, with just one heavy spell of rain, it goes under water," he added. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhubaneswar recorded 70 mm of rainfall between 8:30am and 5:30pm on Wednesday. "Under the influence of a cyclonic circulation (remnants of tropical cyclone Wipha), a low-pressure area is likely to emerge over the north Bay of Bengal in the next 24 hours, causing widespread rainfall in the state," the IMD forecast said. The intensity of rainfall is expected to increase after Thursday and continue until July 27. Bhubaneswar will have a partly cloudy sky with the possibility of moderate rainfall or thunderstorm activity on Thursday, the bulletin said.
Gulf Today
4 hours ago
- Gulf Today
Filipino couple walking down flooded aisle on their wedding day goes viral
Jade Rick Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar were determined to walk down the aisle on their wedding day. Even if it meant walking down a flooded one. On Tuesday, the Barasoain church in Malolos, Bulacan province, Philippines, flooded due to heavy rain. Typhoon Wipha had intensified seasonal monsoon rains in the Philippines, bringing widespread flooding. Jamaica Agular walks down the aisle during her wedding at the flooded Barasoain church in Malolos. AP The couple anticipated the risk of flooding, but instead of letting the weather dampen the mood, they decided to push through, as all marriages have their challenges. "We just mustered enough courage,' said Verdillo. "We decided today because it is a sacrifice in itself. But there will more sacrifices if we don't push through today.' Bridemaids attend a wedding ceremony at the flooded Barasoain church in Malolos. AP Aguilar waded down the aisle with her white dress and wedding train floating behind her through waters almost up to her knees. At the altar, Verdillo was waiting to receive her while wearing an embroidered shirt called a Barong Tagalog, worn during special occasions. Jamaica Agular prepares to enter the flooded Barasoain church for her wedding in Malolos. AP The newlyweds have been together for 10 years. The groom said, "I feel that challenges won't be over. It's just a test. This is just one of the struggles that we've overcome.' Jade Rick Verdillo (R) and Jamaica sit for their wedding ceremony at the flooded Barasoain church in Malolos. AP Despite the turbulent weather, some family and friends made it to the wedding. "You will see love prevailed because even against weather, storm, rains, floods, the wedding continued,' said Jiggo Santos, a wedding guest. "It's an extraordinary wedding.' Guests attend the wedding at the flooded Barasoain church in Malolos. AP Associated Press
Hindustan Times
6 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Bride and groom marry in knee-deep water after typhoon floods Philippines church
As heavy rain lashed the Philippines along with Typhoon Wipha, which brought widespread flooding, a Filipino couple decided not to let the weather dampen their spirits on their wedding day. After incessant rains ended up flooding their wedding venue, the Barasoain Church in Malolos, Bulacan province, the pair chose to go ahead with the ceremony instead of rescheduling their big day. Newlyweds Jade Rick Verdillo right, and Jamaica kiss during their wedding at the flooded Barasoain church in Malolos.(AP) A report by the Associated Press showed Jade Rick Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar walking down a flooded aisle at the church, all smiles, not willing to let the weather impact their wedding day. While the couple said that they were aware of the risk of flooding due to nonstop rain, they were taken aback by the knee-length water, and they pushed through anyway, claiming all marriages have their challenges. Newlyweds Jade Rick Verdillo, center, and Jamaica pose with a kiss as guests cheer at the flooded Barasoain church in Malolos, Bulacan province, Philippines on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)(AP) 'We just mustered enough courage. We decided today because it is a sacrifice in itself. But there will be more sacrifices if we don't push through today," Verdillo told AP. The photos from their wedding show both the groom and bride's side standing in flooded waters to attend the ceremony. Dressed in a white wedding gown, Aguilar waded through the water to walk the aisle with her wedding train floating behind her. Bride Jamaica Agular prepares to enter the flooded Barasoain church for her wedding in Malolos, Bulacan province, Philippines on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)(AP) At the altar, Verdillo waited to receive her in his white suit with pants rolled up to the knees. The couple who had been together for 10 years said the rains were just another test for their relationship 'I feel that challenges won't be over. It's just a test. This is just one of the struggles that we've overcome," the groom shared. The extraordinary wedding was attended by guests who were all smiles during the ceremony. 'You will see love prevailed because even against weather, storm, rains, floods, the wedding continued. t's an extraordinary wedding," a guest told AP. (With AP inputs)
