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27
Aug 2026

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Torrential Rain Special Warning Issued in Ishikawa and Toyama Prefectures

Heavy rain continues to affect Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, and as of 9:00 a.m. on August 27, a Special Warning for Heavy Rain remained in effect. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) held an emergency joint press conference, urging people in the affected areas to remain on maximum alert. Linear precipitation zones have repeatedly formed since the early hours of August 27, bringing record-breaking rainfall to the region. Disasters may already have occurred, and the situation remains extremely dangerous. Residents in the affected areas are urged to take immediate action to protect their lives and follow evacuation and other safety instructions […]

26
Aug 2026

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Flores Island Earthquake Response Update: Emergency Water Relief Launched

In Flores Island, Indonesia, it has rained for only two days over the past month, and even then, it was just a light drizzle. In a region already prone to water shortages, the magnitude 7.7 earthquake caused shared community water tanks and the tent villages where evacuees have gathered to run dry almost immediately. During interviews conducted over the past two days in Nagekeo Regency, numerous requests for water were raised by both evacuees and local government officials. In response to this situation, on August 24—ten days after the disaster struck—PBV and its local partner NGO, ASAR Humanity, arranged emergency water deliveries. Two water tankers, each carrying 5,000 liters of […]

25
Aug 2026

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Urgent Appeal: Emergency Relief for Flores Island Earthquake Survivors

More than a week after a devastating earthquake struck Indonesia, tens of thousands of people remain displaced and in need of urgent assistance. Your support can help provide essential relief and care to affected communities. On August 15, a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Flores Island, Indonesia. In response, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) dispatched staff to join local partner organizations in assessing the damage and carrying out emergency relief activities. As the full impact of the disaster becomes clearer, the scale of the damage is significant. According to the latest figures from Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), as of August 23, 91 people had lost their lives, […]

24
Aug 2026

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Flores Earthquake: PBV Joins Local Partner in Emergency Relief Efforts

On August 15, 2026, a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), Indonesia. The epicenter was located approximately 68 kilometers north-northwest of Ende, near Nagekeo Regency, at a depth of around 10–15 kilometers. The earthquake caused strong shaking across several districts, including Sikka, Manggarai, East Manggarai, Ende, Alor, and Lembata. A tsunami warning was issued following the earthquake and later lifted, although waves of around 1.6 meters were recorded in Riung. The disaster has brought back memories of the devastating 1992 Flores earthquake and tsunami, which claimed approximately 2,500 lives. According to preliminary figures from Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), […]

17
Aug 2026

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Beyond Emergency Relief: Supporting Recovery After the Mindanao Earthquake

Two months after the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8, 2026, affected communities are beginning the difficult process of recovery. For many families, however, the end of the immediate emergency does not mean that the challenges are over. In Malita, Davao Occidental, 1,788 houses were damaged or destroyed by the earthquake. Many residents have returned to their damaged homes, despite the risks and the limited resources available to repair them. The situation has also been complicated by other disasters. In July, severe rainfall caused flooding in parts of Davao Occidental, including a flash flood that swept away homes and people. For communities already affected by the earthquake, […]

15
Aug 2026

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Responding to the Mindanao Earthquake: Reaching Communities in Malita

Two months have passed since a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck offshore near Mindanao, the Philippines, on June 8, 2026. While the immediate emergency has subsided, many affected communities continue to face damaged homes, disrupted services, and difficult conditions for recovery. Following the earthquake, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) dispatched its staff on the ground to join its long-standing local partner, Balay Mindanaw Foundation Inc. (BMFI), to assess the situation and identify communities where assistance was most urgently needed. Based on the initial assessments, Malita in Davao Occidental was selected as a primary area of intervention. The municipality, home to more than 118,000 people across 30 villages, serves as an important […]

14
Aug 2026

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Two Weeks After the Kumamoto Earthquake: PBV Continues Emergency Relief Efforts

More than two weeks have passed since a powerful earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026. The earthquake occurred at approximately 4:27 p.m., with a magnitude of 7.1 and a maximum seismic intensity of 7 recorded in Uki City and Hikawa Town. While emergency response efforts continue, many communities across the affected areas are still facing significant challenges, including disruptions to essential services and damage to homes. According to the latest information compiled on the Kumamoto Earthquake information portal, as of August 13, approximately 28,400 households remain without water. A total of 28,203 residential buildings have been reported affected, including 1,274 buildings classified as large-scale or partially destroyed, while […]

04
Aug 2026

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Kumamoto Earthquake: PBV Continues Emergency Relief and Needs Assessments

Following the powerful earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) has continued its emergency response across the affected region, working closely with local governments, Social Welfare Councils, partner organizations, and community members to identify urgent needs and deliver appropriate support. In the first days after the disaster, PBV staff conducted field assessments in Kashima Town, Uki City, Yatsushiro City, and other affected areas while coordinating with local authorities and disaster response organizations. Although official information continues to emerge, visiting communities directly has remained essential to understanding the full extent of the damage and identifying people whose needs may not yet be reflected in […]

31
Jul 2026

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LaunchGood Doubles Your Donation to Support Kumamoto Earthquake Relief

Following the devastating earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) has been responding on the ground to assess the needs of affected communities and provide emergency assistance. As recovery efforts continue, support from people around the world will play an important role in helping communities begin to rebuild. We have been deeply encouraged by the many heartfelt messages and generous donations received from across Japan. We would like to sincerely thank everyone who has already shown their support. As response activities continue, additional assistance will help us reach even more people affected by this disaster. To further support the emergency response, LaunchGood has launched […]

29
Jul 2026

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Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake in Kumamoto: Emergency Relief Fund Launched

We extend our heartfelt sympathies to all those affected by the earthquake. On July 28, 2026, a strong earthquake registering a maximum seismic intensity of 7 (preliminary magnitude 7.1) struck Kumamoto Prefecture. Strong shaking was felt across a wide area of Kyushu, and a tsunami advisory was temporarily issued for nearby coastal regions before being lifted at 18:10 JST. While the full extent of the impact is still being assessed, significant damage has already been reported, including collapsed buildings, fires, and landslides. In 2016, a maximum intensity 7 foreshock struck Kumamoto, followed approximately 28 hours later by an equally powerful mainshock. Because major secondary tremors remain a serious risk, continued […]

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