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Category: Climate Change

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Sun Dong begins Paris visit

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    Secretary for Innovation, Technology & Industry Prof Sun Dong attended Viva Technology 2025 in Paris, France, on Friday where he toured the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion and gave a keynote speech at a seminar and networking reception.

    In his keynote speech, Prof Sun said that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has been introducing agile policies, building world-class infrastructure and facilitating global I&T collaboration.

    In addition to noting that the flagship research and development (R&D) initiative, InnoHK, fosters global R&D collaboration, he underscored that Hong Kong is also carrying out meticulous planning for building an artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, such as the Hong Kong AI Research & Development Institute to be established.

    While highlighting that Hong Kong is an ideal gateway for global enterprises to enter the Mainland market, Prof Sun said that companies choosing Hong Kong for their international headquarters exemplifies the city’s important role as a “super connector” and a “super value-adder” between Mainland China and the rest of the world, serving as a two-way springboard for attracting overseas enterprises and helping Mainland enterprises to go global.

    During the seminar and networking reception organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Prof Sun exchanged views with members of the local innovation and technology (I&T) sector, investors and startups’ founders, on I&T development and collaboration.

    Prof Sun also visited the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion, comprising 20 startups from the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation and Cyberport to showcase cutting-edge solutions and innovations in areas of AI, robotics, HealthTech, sustainable and ClimateTech, and Fintech.

    Additionally, Prof Sun toured the pavilion set up by Canada, which was selected as country of the year for VivaTech 2025, the China Pavilion and the pavilions of other leading enterprises and startups to learn more about the innovative solutions of the participating organisations.

    In the evening, while Prof Sun met La French Tech Hong Kong-Shenzhen Chairman Emmanuel Carcassonne, he stressed that Hong Kong is a reliable partner for French startups to settle and expand businesses in Hong Kong.

    He described La French Tech Hong Kong-Shenzhen as a community dedicated to supporting the development of the French startup ecosystem both in France and internationally.

    On Friday afternoon, Prof Sun paid a courtesy call on Minister Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in France Chen Li to brief him on the work of developing Hong Kong into an international I&T centre as well as the city’s ongoing efforts in integrating into national I&T development.

    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: China issues yellow alert for Typhoon Wutip

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 14 (Xinhua) — China’s National Meteorological Administration on Saturday issued a yellow alert for Typhoon Wutip. The first typhoon of the year is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to the country’s southern regions.

    The typhoon, which was located at 19.8 degrees north latitude and 108.8 degrees east longitude at 5 a.m. Saturday, continues to move in a northeasterly direction at a speed of 20-25 km per hour, according to weather service data.

    Around midday Saturday, Wutip is forecast to make landfall again between the southern Chinese cities of Leizhou in Guangdong Province and Beihai in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region before decreasing in intensity.

    Let us recall that China has a four-level typhoon warning system, where red means the highest level of danger, followed by orange, yellow and blue. -0-

    MIL OSI Russia News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Typhoon Wutip Makes Landfall Again in China’s Guangdong Province

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    GUANGZHOU, June 14 (Xinhua) — Typhoon Wutip, the first typhoon of the year, made landfall in southern China again. The typhoon made landfall on the west coast of Leizhou City in Guangdong Province at around 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, the provincial meteorological service said.

    At the time of its entry to the coastline, “Wutip” weakened to the level of a strong tropical storm. The maximum wind speed near its epicenter reached 11 points /30 m per second/, and the minimum pressure at the epicenter was 980 hPa.

    Earlier, at around 11:00 p.m. on Friday, Wutip made landfall near Dongfang City in Hainan Province. At that time, the maximum wind speed in the area of the typhoon’s epicenter was also 11 points.

    According to the weather service, “Wutip” will continue to move in a northeasterly direction at a speed of 20-25 km per hour, its trajectory will fall on the junction of Guangdong Province and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The intensity of the elements is expected to decrease. -0-

    MIL OSI Russia News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Adams Votes No on Recissions Package, Cuts to Foreign Aid and Public Broadcasting

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Alma Adams (12th District of North Carolina)

    WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) voted against the House GOP recissions package that would recklessly cut $9.4 billion from the federal budget. In addition to foreign aid, this bill targets NPR and PBS funding, threatening these sources of nonpartisan news, educational content, and emergency services for all Americans.

    “Republicans in Congress are pushing unnecessary, harmful cuts in their recissions package that will ultimately hurt our most vulnerable communities,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Public broadcasting, one of the main services they’re targeting, is about more than just nonpartisan news and education; it provides lifesaving emergency communications to our rural and underserved areas. Last year, when Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, public radio stations provided updates, shared resource information, and kept North Carolinians safe as they navigated the storm. House Republicans voted to abandon those communities today.”

    “The recissions package also puts the failure of Elon Musk’s DOGE on full display,” Adams continued. “While Elon Musk claimed he would cut $1 trillion from the federal government, the recissions package amounts to less than 1% of that. Meanwhile, House Republicans voted just last month to balloon the national debt by $3 trillion in their One Big Ugly Bill. It’s fiscal malpractice, not fiscal responsibility.”

    MIL OSI USA News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Over $3.1 Million in Federal Aviation Awards for Airports Across Mississippi’s Second District

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Bennie G Thompson (D-MS)

    BOLTON, MS – Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has awarded more than $3.1 million in Airport Infrastructure Program (AIP) grants to airports across Mississippi’s Second Congressional District. These federal investments will support critical airport improvement projects aimed at enhancing safety, supporting aviation operations, and extending the useful life of essential airport infrastructure.

    The following awards were announced:

    • Carthage-Leake County Airport – Carthage, MS
      Amount: $404,519
      Construction of a new 9,500 sq. ft. sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage, helping the airport become more self-sustaining.
    • Ruleville-Drew Airport – Drew, MS
      Amount: $506,988
      Construction of a new 2,013-foot paved Taxiway A to meet current FAA standards.
    • Grenada Municipal Airport – Grenada, MS
      Amount: $595,646
      Reconstruction of Runway 13/31 and Taxiway A lighting and signage, replacing infrastructure that has reached the end of its useful life.
    • Fletcher Field – Clarksdale, MS
      Amount: $150,000
      Installation of a new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) Type III-P/T to provide accurate, site-specific weather information.
    • C.A. Moore Airport – Lexington, MS
      Amount: $106,099
      Reconstruction of the existing soil foundation to address erosion control issues at the end of their useful life.
    • Indianola Municipal Airport – Indianola, MS
      Amount: $97,800
      Reconstruction of 120 feet of perimeter fencing and gates, along with improvements to the Taxiway A safety area.
    • Greenville Mid-Delta Airport – Greenville, MS
      Amount: $186,000
      Rehabilitation of 2,000 feet of Taxiway B pavement. This grant funds the first phase of the project, which consists of design.
    • Hawkins Field – Jackson, MS
      Amount: $158,334
      Rehabilitation of 133,333 square yards of west apron pavement. This award funds a portion of the total project.
    • John Bell Williams Airport – Raymond, MS
      Amount: $450,000
      Resealing of 6,495 feet of Taxiway A and 5,499 feet of Runway 12/30 pavement at this nonprimary airport to extend pavement life.

    All projects are funded through the FAA’s Airport Infrastructure Grant Program and represent the remaining eligible portions of previously approved improvement plans. 

    MIL OSI USA News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Science, Space and Technology Committee Leaders Amo, Sykes Lead 64 Colleagues in Demanding Trump Keep Tracking Weather Disasters That Cause More Than $1 Billion in Damage

    Source: US Congressman Gabe Amo (Rhode Island 1st District)

    With increased storms due to climate change, more and more communities are hit by storms causing more than $1 billion in damage.

    WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Ranking Members Gabe Amo (D-RI) and Emilia Sykes (D-OH) led 64 Democratic colleagues in calling on the Acting National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator Laura Grimm to reinstate the Billion Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters Report to ensure America has a record of the increasing number of storms that cause catastrophic financial damage to communities.

    READ THE FULL LETTER HERE. 

    Excerpts of the letter: 

    “It is clear this cancellation is just another attack in the Trump administration’s crusade against climate science and NOAA. From proposing massive budget cuts to firing climate scientists to retiring multiple critical datasets and products, the Trump administration is trying to hide the true cost and impact of climate change from the American people. Preventing scientists from studying climate change and educating the public will not lessen the damage caused by more frequent extreme weather events. It will simply make us less prepared to respond to them, increasing climate change’s human and economic cost.”

    “We cannot respond to a problem if we do not understand it. Without the Billion Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters report, it will be significantly more difficult for scientists and policymakers to understand and respond to the economic effects of climate change. Since its inception, hundreds of peer-reviewed studies have cited or used data from the report for analysis on climate impacts, economic losses, and policy recommendations. In addition to painting a picture of climate change’s economic impact, the report details disaster frequency and duration trends and maps risk and vulnerability levels by county and census tract. Americans rely on this data to understand climate risks and potential insurance rates before purchasing a home.”

    The Members urge Acting Administrator Grimm to reinstate the Billion Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters product.

    Background

    Climate change has caused an increase in the frequency and severity of natural disasters, with more and more communities facing fatalities and billions of dollars in damages caused by extreme weather. 

    Since 1980, 403 weather and climate disasters have caused more than $1 billion in damage each for a cumulative total of $2.195 trillion in damage. Thanks to the Billion Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters report, we know that the extreme flooding that rocked Rhode Island in December 2023 was part of a forceful East Coast storm that caused $1.3 billion in damage from Florida to Maine and took 5 lives. 

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    MIL OSI USA News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Typhoon Wutip makes landfall in China’s Hainan Province

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    HAIKOU, June 14 (Xinhua) — Typhoon Wutip (Butterfly), the first to hit the island this year, made landfall near Dongfang city in south China’s Hainan Province at around 11 p.m. on Friday, the provincial meteorological office said.

    At the time of the typhoon’s arrival on the coastline, “Wutip” weakened to the level of a strong tropical storm. The maximum wind speed near its epicenter reached 11 points /30 m per second/, and the minimum pressure at the epicenter was 980 hPa. -0-

    MIL OSI Russia News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: The Military division of The King’s Birthday Honours List 2025

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    The Military division of The King’s Birthday Honours List 2025

    A number of military personnel have been granted state honours in the King’s Birthday Honours list for their work in the Armed Forces.

    Royal Navy Awards

    Promotions in and appointments to the military division of the most honourable order of the Bath

    As Companions

    • Rear Admiral Steven MCCARTHY
    • Rear Admiral Robert George PEDRE

    Promotions in and appointments to the military division of the most excellent order of the British Empire

    As Commanders

    • Commodore Paul Edward DUNN, OBE
    • Commodore Philip Gordon GAME
    • Commodore Timothy Cooper GREEN, ADC

    As Officers

    • Commander Jon James BROWETT
    • Commander Christopher Charles EVANS
    • Lieutenant Colonel Paul Stanley FITZPATRICK
    • Captain Pollyanna HATCHARD
    • Lieutenant Colonel Liam Michael METCALFE
    • Captain Eugene Peter MORGAN, RD, Royal Naval Reserve
    • Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Nicholas POUNDS

    As Members

    • Lieutenant Commander William George BARKER
    • Major Lewis BODYCOTE
    • Chief Petty Officer Air Engineering Technician (Avionics) Rhys DYAS
    • Commander Daniel GLOVER
    • Warrant Officer 1 Information Operations Robert GOVIER, Royal Naval Reserve
    • Warrant Officer 1 Air Engineering Technician (Mechanical) Michael HART
    • Commander Carla Lisa HIGGINS
    • Warrant Officer 1 Warfare Specialist (Underwater Warfare) Robin MCCOLL
    • Lieutenant Commander Hugo Christopher MITCHELL-HEGGS
    • Surgeon Commander Matthew Alec OSBORNE
    • Major  Lee Andrew STEWART
    • Commander James TIBBITTS
    • Chief Petty Officer Air Engineering Technician (Mechanical) Robert Lee WARNETT
    • Chief Petty Officer Warfare Specialist (Abovewater Warfare Weapons) Michael WATSON

    King’s Volunteer Reserves Medal

    • Warrant Officer 1 Logistician (Supply Chain) Samantha MARTIN, VR, Royal Naval Reserve

    King’s Commendation for Valuable Service

    • Warrant Officer Class 2 Engineering Technician (Marine Engineering) Michael John BARKER
    • Lieutenant Commander Matthew Peter JOHNSON

    Non-Operational Gallantry

    King’s Gallantry Medal

    • Leading Logistician (Catering Services) Dave Neala LA CROIX
    • Petty Officer (Diver) Craig Antony MADDOCK

    King’s Commendation for Bravery

    • Petty Officer (Diver) Paul Anthony Damian CARTWRIGHT

    Army Awards

    Promotions in and appointments to the military division of the most honourable order of the Bath

    As Companion

    • Major General Zachary Raymond STENNING, OBE

    Promotions in and appointments to the military division of the most excellent order of the British Empire

    As Knight Commander

    • Lieutenant General Charles Seymour COLLINS, DSO, OBE

    As Commanders

    • Colonel Nicholas Owen FITZGERALD, MBE, Army Reserve
    • Colonel Iain Edward GIBB, KHS
    • Colonel Graham John SEFTON
    • Brigadier Alexander James SMITH

    As Officers

    • Colonel Patrick Andrew ALLEN
    • Lieutenant Colonel Rupert Timothy ANDERSON, The Royal Gurkha Rifles
    • Major Paul Christopher CARNEY, Corps of Royal Engineers
    • Lieutenant Colonel Joanne Patrice D’ARCY, Royal Army Medical Service
    • Colonel Stephen Weatherley DAVIES, Army Reserve
    • Lieutenant Colonel Stuart Jon Young ELFORD, The Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment
    • Lieutenant Colonel James Robert GREEN, Grenadier Guards
    • Lieutenant Colonel Glenis Jane Helena MALONEY, Royal Corps of Signals, Army Reserve
    • Lieutenant Colonel Douglas Andrew Wyville NELSON, Corps of Royal Engineers
    • Colonel Richard David NEWLAND
    • Lieutenant Colonel Steven Carnell PENGILLY, The Rifles
    • Lieutenant Colonel Frank Stanley REEVES, MBE, The Royal Regiment of Scotland

    As Members

    • Warrant Officer Class 2 Mehmet Alan ASIR, VR, The Parachute Regiment, Army Reserve
    • Major Timothy Richard BARKER, Royal Tank Regiment
    • Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Kenneth BINGHAM, VR, The Royal Logistic Corps, Army Reserve
    • Major Stephen Barry BROWN, Royal Corps of Signals
    • Staff Sergeant Gordon Alexander BRUCE, Royal Army Physical Training Corps
    • Lieutenant Colonel Stephen John CANDLIN, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Army Reserve
    • Major William Edward COOK, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers
    • Major Christopher Michael Roy DANBY, The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers
    • Major Neil Alan Richard DONAGHY, Royal Corps of Signals
    • Captain Michael Wayne EYNON, VR, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Army Reserve
    • Major Alexander James FARRALL, The Royal Regiment of Scotland
    • Warrant Officer Class 1 Tracy Anne FREER, VR, Adjutant General’s Corps (Staff and Personnel Support Branch), Army Reserve
    • Major Douglas James GRAHAM, The Queen’s Royal Hussars
    • Major William Peter HODGSON, Adjutant General’s Corps (Staff and Personnel Support Branch)
    • Captain Thomas William HULME, General Service Corps, Army Reserve
    • Warrant Officer Class 1 Adam JOHNSTON, The Royal Logistic Corps
    • Warrant Officer Class 2 Stephen Alan JONES, Royal Regiment of Artillery
    • Lieutenant Colonel Bharat Sunil KARA, The Royal Logistic Corps, Army Reserve
    • Major David James LOVE, Adjutant General’s Corps (Royal Military Police)
    • Lieutenant Colonel James David LYON, Royal Army Medical Service
    • Major Jonathan Matthew MARSAY, Royal Regiment of Artillery
    • Warrant Officer Class 2 Donald Scott Cameron McGREGOR, Royal Army Physical Training Corps, Army Reserve
    • Sergeant Christopher John MORGAN, The Welsh Guards, Army Reserve
    • Major Amelia Anne MORRISSEY, Adjutant General’s Corps (Army Legal Services Branch)
    • Major Martin James MURPHY, The Royal Logistic Corps
    • Staff Sergeant Emmanuel OPPONG, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers
    • Lieutenant John William PICKERING, Army Cadet Force
    • Major Andrew Victor POULTON, Adjutant General’s Corps (Staff and Personnel Support Branch)
    • Major James William REANEY, The Rifles
    • Major Marcus Alexander Rokeby ROBERTS, The Royal Regiment of Scotland, Army Reserve
    • Captain Richard Michael St John SHEEHAN, The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
    • Warrant Officer Class 1 Colin Peter James Giblin SINCLAIR, The Royal Logistic Corps, Army Reserve
    • Lieutenant Colonel Katherine Frances BADHAM-THORNHILL, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers
    • Major Luke William TURRELL, JP, Royal Regiment of Artillery
    • Major Tom Paterson WATSON, Royal Regiment of Artillery
    • Major William WELSH, Army Cadet Force
    • Corporal Ceiron Alexander WILLIAMS, The Parachute Regiment
    • Lieutenant Colonel Stephen WILSON, The Queen’ Royal Hussars
    • Major Paul William YOUNG, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

    Royal Red Cross

    As an Ordinary Associate of the Royal Red Cross, Second Class

    • Warrant Officer Class 1 Ashley Grant COULL, Royal Army Medical Service

    King’s Volunteer Reserves Medal

    • Warrant Officer Class 2 Mark Vere EBDON, VR, The Royal Welsh, Army Reserve
    • Colonel Alexander John Grindlay FORBES, TD, VR, Army Reserve
    • Warrant Officer Class 2 James Charles McMILLEN, VR, The Royal Logistic Corps, Army Reserve
    • Colonel Andrew James Gerard RYAN, TD, VR, Army Reserve
    • Warrant Officer Class 1 Nathan John TOMS, VR, Corps of Royal Engineers, Army Reserve

    King’s Commendation for Valuable Service

    • Major Brent Stephen William CARTER, Royal Army Medical Service
    • Corporal Connor-James Derek DAVIDSON, The Royal Regiment of Scotland
    • Lieutenant Colonel Matthew Cameron LONG, QGM, The Royal Logistic Corps
    • Major Jonathan Grant STUDWELL, MBE, Intelligence Corps
    • Major Paul Robert WOOSTER, Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

    Non-Operational Gallantry

    King’s Commendation for Bravery

    • Lance Corporal Charley Dean DRAPER, Corps of Royal Engineers
    • Lance Corporal Rhys Jamie PETERSEN, Corps of Royal Engineers

    Royal Air Force Awards

    Promotions in and appointments to the military division of the most honourable order of the Bath

    As Knight Commander

    • Air Marshal John Jackson STRINGER, CBE

    As Companions

    • Air Vice-Marshal Mark William James CHAPPELL
    • Air Vice-Marshal Alastair Peter Thomas SMITH

    Promotions in and appointments to the military division of the most excellent order of the British Empire

    As Commanders

    • Group Captain Andrew BURTON
    • Air Commodore Ian James SHARROCKS, OBE

    As Officers

    • Group Captain Andrew Phillip BARON
    • Group Captain Paul BARONI
    • Group Captain Hannah Mary BISHOP
    • Group Captain Rachel Louise DIXON
    • Wing Commander Gemma Ann LONSDALE
    • Wing Commander Timothy Charles PAGE
    • Wing Commander Ankur Narendra PANDYA

    As Members

    • Corporal Emile-Josiah BANGURA
    • Squadron Leader Charles Benjamin Marr EMMERSON
    • Warrant Officer Craig HAMILTON
    • Sergeant Gareth Lloyd JONES
    • Flying Officer David Colin McCRAE
    • Flight Lieutenant Raj Kiran MEHTA
    • Flight Lieutenant Marcus William NORMAN
    • Squadron Leader Joseph Robert RUSHTON
    • Squadron Leader Thomas Anthony SMITH
    • Squadron Leader Mark David SUGDEN
    • Squadron Leader David James TAUDEVIN
    • Squadron Leader James Kevin WILYMAN

    Royal Red Cross

    As an Ordinary Associate of the Royal Red Cross, Second Class

    • Flight Sergeant Stephanie Louise ROBERTS

    King’s Volunteer Reserves Medal

    • Sergeant Darren James TYLER

    Distinguished Flying Cross

    • Flight Lieutenant Jason Aaron CHADWICK

    King’s Commendation for Valuable Service

    • Flight Sergeant Jonathan Paul GRAHAM
    • Squadron Leader Garry Ross MCKAY
    • Wing Commander Ieuan Donald Eddy ROBINSON
    • Squadron Leader Benjamin Robert Michael TRIPP

    Non-Operational Gallantry

    Air Force Cross

    • Squadron Leader Jonathan Mark Gerald HAWKINS
    • Flight Lieutenant Stephen Benjamin WATSON

    King’s Commendation for Bravery in the Air

    • Flight Lieutenant Michael Martin Tenison HOWELL

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    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Cold Water Can Be Deadly Even on Hot Days

    Source: US State of Oregon

    strong>SALEM, Ore.—As temperatures rise and people flock to Oregon’s waterways for much needed relief, the Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) urge boaters and swimmers to be aware of the hidden dangers of cold water. Despite warm air temperatures, rivers and lakes remain dangerously cold, increasing the risk of cold shock, swimming failure, and drowning.

    “Many people underestimate the effects of cold water,” says Brian Paulsen, Boating Safety Program Manager for the Oregon State Marine Board. “Inexperience and not being prepared for the conditions are factors leading to accidents. Planning ahead, boating with others, always keeping a sharp lookout, and wearing a properly fitted life jacket are key to staying safe.”

    Cold Water Risks

    Even experienced swimmers can struggle in cold water. Sudden immersion can cause cold shock, leading to involuntary gasping and rapid breathing, which increases the risk of drowning. Cold water also drains body heat 25 times faster than cold air, leading to hypothermia.

    “We’ve seen a rise in water rescue incidents in the past few weeks, because people underestimate the deadly combination of warm air and dangerously cold water,” said Scott Lucas, OEM Statewide Search and Rescue Coordinator. “Cold shock and hypothermia set in quickly, even for strong swimmers, and fast-moving currents make self-rescue nearly impossible. We urge everyone to plan ahead, wear a life jacket, and respect the power of cold water—it can be unforgiving.”

    Additionally, recent snowmelt has caused swift currents and floating debris, making navigation more hazardous. The National Weather Service warns that local rivers and lakes are not as warm as they will be in late summer, and the combination of high-water levels and frigid temperatures can be deadly.

    Boating Safety Tips

    The Oregon State Marine Board advises boaters to plan ahead and check out the Marine Board’s interactive boating access map. The map displays public boat ramps and local rules for boat operations. Also, check the weather forecast, water levels, and tides. See if there are any reported obstructions and have the right gear for your boating activity. Boaters can also check the Marine Board’s website to find out what equipment is required based on the size and type of boat.

    The Oregon State Marine Board also advises boaters to:

    • Choose a waterway that matches your skill level to avoid dangerous situations.
    • Wear a properly fitted life jacket—it significantly increases survival chances.
    • Check the Marine Board’s interactive boating access map for public boat ramps and local rules.
    • Monitor weather forecasts, water levels, and tides before heading out.
    • Be courteous to other boaters and stage gear in designated areas to ensure smooth launching.

    Legal Requirements:

    • Children 12 and under must wear a life jacket when underway on all boats.
    • Boaters in Class III whitewater rivers are required to wear a life jacket.
    • All boaters must complete a boating safety course and carry a boating safety education card when operating a powerboat over 10 horsepower.
    • Paddlers of non-motorized boats 10 feet and longer must purchase a waterway access permit.

    For more information on safe boating in Oregon, visit Boat.Oregon.gov.

    What to Do if Someone Has Been Submerged in Cold Water

    Cold water can be deadly, even for experienced swimmers. If you find yourself in dangerously cold water, following these essential survival strategies can increase your chances of making it out safely.

    Immediate Actions in Cold Water

    Cold water can kill. The following guidelines from the U.S. Coast Guard will increase your chance for survival:

    • Stay calm—panicking can increase heat loss and make it harder to think clearly.
    • Get out of the water as quickly as possible but do so safely to avoid injury.
    • Use floating objects to keep yourself above water if available.
    • Keep as much of your body out of the water as possible to slow heat loss.
    • Assess your options—if swimming to safety is possible, do so calmly.
    • If you cannot swim to safety, conserve energy and body heat and wait for rescue.

    The H.E.L.P. Position

    If rescue isn’t immediate and you’re unable to reach safety, use the Heat Escape Lessening Position (H.E.L.P.) to protect vital areas and reduce heat loss:

    • Draw your knees to your chest and keep your legs together.
    • Press your arms against your sides while keeping your head above water.
    • If others are in the water with you, huddle together to preserve heat.

    Providing Aid to Cold Water Victims

    If you or someone else has been submerged in cold water, follow these steps developed by the Red Cross) to ensure proper care:

    1. Call 911 or emergency services immediately.
    2. Move the person to a warm, sheltered place with minimal movement to avoid shock.
    3. Check breathing and circulation, administering rescue breathing or CPR if necessary.
    4. Remove wet clothing and dry the person as much as possible.
    5. Warm the person gradually by wrapping them in blankets or dressing them in dry clothing.
    6. Use warm compresses (hot water bottles or chemical hot packs wrapped in towels) to help retain heat.
    7. Avoid rapid warming—do not immerse the person in warm water, as this can trigger dangerous heart rhythms.
    8. Warm the core first (chest and abdomen) rather than extremities like hands and feet.

    Understanding and following these steps can prevent cold shock, hypothermia, and exhaustion, significantly improving survival chances in freezing water conditions. Stay alert, stay prepared, and respect the dangers of cold water—even on warm days.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Franklin Electric Announces Repurchase of Company Shares

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) is pleased to announce the successful completion of a stock purchase transaction involving shares held within the Patricia Schaefer Settlement Trust, a trust established by the late Patricia Schaefer. The purchase transaction involved the acquisition of 1,200,000 shares of the Company’s common stock at a price equal to $86.78 per share, which was the volume-weighted average price of the stock on NASDAQ for the five trading days preceding today’s closing.

    Joe Ruzynski, Chief Executive Officer of Franklin Electric, commented on the transaction, stating, “We were saddened to learn of the passing of Patricia Schaefer, a pillar of her community and the daughter of our founder. As we had the option to repurchase shares, we were pleased to be able to provide a source of liquidity for Ms. Schaefer’s estate to satisfy its tax obligations. This purchase also reflects our confidence in Franklin Electric’s strong balance sheet, cash flow generation, our strategic plans, and our future. We are proud to demonstrate our belief in the company’s enduring prospects while simultaneously supporting the needs of the Schaefer estate.”

    In connection with the purchase transaction, the Company’s Board of Directors approved an increase to the Company’s share repurchase authorization of 1,200,000 shares of common stock, such that after the transaction described herein, the Company will continue to be authorized to repurchase up to an aggregate 1,126,635 shares of its common stock.

    About Franklin Electric
    Franklin Electric is a global leader in the production and marketing of systems and components for the movement of water and energy. Recognized as a technical leader in its products and services, Franklin Electric serves customers worldwide in residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, municipal, and fueling applications. Franklin Electric is proud to be recognized in Newsweek’s lists of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024, Most Trustworthy Companies 2024, and Greenest Companies 2025; Best Places to Work in Indiana 2024; and America’s Climate Leaders 2024 by USA Today.

    “Safe Harbor” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any forward-looking statements contained herein, including those relating to market conditions or the Company’s financial results, costs, expenses or expense reductions, profit margins, inventory levels, foreign currency translation rates, liquidity expectations, business goals and sales growth, involve risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, risks and uncertainties with respect to general economic and currency conditions, various conditions specific to the Company’s business and industry, weather conditions, new housing starts, market demand, competitive factors, changes in distribution channels, supply constraints, effect of price increases, raw material costs, technology factors, integration of acquisitions, litigation, government and regulatory actions, the Company’s accounting policies, future trends, epidemics and pandemics, and other risks which are detailed in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings, included in Item 1A of Part I of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, Exhibit 99.1 attached thereto and in Item 1A of Part II of the Company’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. These risks and uncertainties may cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements made herein are based on information currently available, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

    Contact: Russ Fleeger
      Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
      260.824.2900

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – EU climate target for 2040 – E-002269/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-002269/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Nikolas Farantouris (The Left)

    In February 2024, the Commission announced a 90 % reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels as the recommended target for 2040 to ensure that the EU reaches climate neutrality by 2050[1]. This recommended target was based on a detailed Commission impact assessment[2] and a proposal from the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change, which proposed that the target should be 90-95 %[3]. However, the legislative proposal to include the target in the European Climate Law[4] has been significantly delayed and is now expected on 2 July 2025. At the same time, it seems that the Commission will propose flexibilities that undermine climate efforts and the achievement of EU climate neutrality[5] (notably the possibility to use international carbon credits instead of implementing domestic action[6]), which is strongly criticised by the Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change[7].

    In view of this, can the Commission say:

    • 1.Will it present its proposal on 2 July 2025?
    • 2.Does it intend to propose flexibilities and, if so, which ones?
    • 3.Will the Commission’s proposal be accompanied by an analytical and detailed impact assessment demonstrating its full compatibility with the climate-neutrality objective, but also comparing that proposal’s expected results with the results of a proposal based on domestic action rather than on the use of international carbon credits?

    Submitted: 5.6.2025

    • [1] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=COM%3A2024%3A63%3AFIN, https://climate.ec.europa.eu/eu-action/climate-strategies-targets/2040-climate-target_en.
    • [2] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A52024SC0063
    • [3] https://climate-advisory-board.europa.eu/reports-and-publications/scientific-advice-for-the-determination-of-an-eu-wide-2040
    • [4] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32021R1119.
    • [5] https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-2040-climate-target-with-carbon-credits-expected-in-july-diplomats-say/
    • [6] Carbon credits allow one country to finance emission reduction projects in another (usually a poorer, developing country) and subtract those CO2 emission reductions from its own carbon balance.
    • [7] https://climate-advisory-board.europa.eu/reports-and-publications/scientific-advice-for-amending-the-european-climate-law-setting-climate-goals-to-strengthen-eu-strategic-priorities
    Last updated: 13 June 2025

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Funding and prioritising of the Rail Baltica project – E-000924/2025(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    1. The Commission considers the Rail Baltica project one of the flagship projects on the trans-European transport network (TEN-T) because it would finally allow to connect the Baltic states to the single European railway area. This is crucial for the regions’ economic growth, cohesion and now more than ever, its security and defence. For the Commission, Rail Baltica is the most urgent transport infrastructure project in the Baltic States to be implemented.

    2. In the Baltic states, the Rail Baltica project is managed by RB Rail joint venture and Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania authorities. The Baltic states cooperate closely, including through the RB Rail, to ensure the success of Rail Baltica. The project partners monitor the costs and expected benefits. They are also responsible for the respective railway market and ensuring that rail traffic can start as soon as the line is operational. The Commission follows the project implementation and has always encouraged the organisations involved in the implementation to use the most cost-efficient solutions. There are frequent audits, and the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency and the European Coordinator for the North Sea Baltic corridor monitor the project.

    3. The c o-legislators identified the infrastructure priorities of the trans-European transport network (TEN-T) until 2050 in TEN-T Regulation[1] to ensure consistency and predictability. They identified Rail Baltica as a major cross-border missing link[2]. The applicable regulation also considers financial constraints and the fiscal rules of the EU to safeguard the financial stability and resilience of Member States apply.

    • [1] https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=OJ:L_202401679.
    • [2] Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Regulation: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/1153/oj/eng.
    Last updated: 13 June 2025

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: USGS Measures Flooding Across Texas and Oklahoma

    Source: US Geological Survey

    U.S. Geological Survey field crews are measuring flooding across Texas and Oklahoma following significant rainfall over the past three days. 
     

    Much of Texas and parts of Oklahoma have experienced significant rainfall, with many regions receiving more than 5 inches. This heavy precipitation has resulted in flooding, particularly along the I-35 corridor and areas to the east. 
     

    Currently, 21 USGS streamgages show active flooding. USGS real-time maps of flood and high flow conditions for Texas and Oklahoma can be accessed from the USGS National Water Dashboard.  
     
    This information is critical for resource managers and emergency responders to help protect life and property. These data are used by the National Weather Service to develop flood forecasts, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to manage flood control, and by county flood control districts and other state and local agencies in their flood response activities.  
     

    In Texas, 11 USGS field crews are measuring floodwaters in Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, with some teams also collecting water quality samples. Oklahoma City also has one team collecting flood measurements. Crews are anticipated to work throughout the weekend as NWS is predicting heavy rainfall in the region. Over the next three days, heavier rainfall is anticipated to move towards the Texas coast, potentially exacerbating flood conditions. 
     
    There are more than 1,000 USGS-operated streamgages across Texas and Oklahoma that collect water data. When flooding occurs, USGS crews make numerous flood measurements to verify the data USGS provides to federal, state and local agencies, as well as to the public. 
     
    For more than 130 years, the USGS has monitored flow in selected streams and rivers across the U.S. The information is routinely used for water supply and management, monitoring floods and droughts, bridge and road design, determination of flood risk and for many recreational activities. 
     
    Access current flood and high flow conditions across the country by visiting the USGS National Water Dashboard. Receive instant, customized updates about water conditions in your area via text message or email by signing up for USGS WaterAlert. 

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Fun for all the family at Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day 13 June 2025 Fun for all the family at Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day

    Source: Aisle of Wight

    Families heading to this year’s Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day are in for a treat, with a packed programme of activities and displays designed to thrill visitors of all ages — especially the younger ones.

    While the skies will be alive with the roar of the Red Arrows, daring parachute display teams, and the unmistakable sights and sounds of the Spitfire and Hurricane, there’s just as much excitement to be found on the ground.

    Children and families can explore a range of interactive exhibits, including a hands-on stand from the Army Medical Corps and a close-up look at the Air Corps’ Gazelle helicopter. The 165 Port and Maritime Regiment will also be showcasing the Army’s vital maritime operations.

    Back by popular demand, the Fort Cumberland Guard and Vectis Guards will be performing historical displays on the beach during the afternoon.

    For those with a sense of adventure, the Army Cadets are bringing something extra special this year.

    Event organiser Ian Dore explained: “It’s been tricky to fit this in because frankly, it’s a whopper. But Chris, our site manager, has done a sterling job of getting it in place.

    “The Army Cadets will be unveiling a 30-metre inflatable assault course! You won’t miss it — it’s big, green, and set up in the Rose Gardens near the stage.”

    Also returning is John Cattle’s Skate Club, offering free skateboarding lessons in the Skate Park — a great opportunity for kids to try something new.

    Add to that a wide array of military vehicles, live music from military bands, and plenty of space to relax, and it’s shaping up to be a bumper day out for everyone.

    The event on Sunday, 29 June, at Eastern Gardens in Ryde, officially opens at 10am with a spectacular parachute display from the Royal Navy team.

    If all goes to plan, Red 10 from the Red Arrows will make a dramatic entrance by helicopter, landing right on the beach. Shortly after, the marching parade will get underway, marking the start of a full day of festivities.

    Organisers are encouraging visitors to arrive early, bring a picnic, and set up on the beach to make the most of the day.

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Portsmouth’s Clean Air Zone delivers results – But the journey isn’t over

    Source: City of Portsmouth

    To mark and practically contribute to Clean Air Day on Thursday 19 June, Portsmouth City Council is offering free bus travel across the city — celebrating the progress made in tackling air pollution and the key role buses can play while recognising there’s still more to do.

    Since in 2021, when the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) was launched, air quality in Portsmouth has seen a marked improvement and a recent study shows that over 99% of chargeable vehicles entering the zone now meet emissions standards. However, a few areas of the city still exceed legal nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) limits, mainly due to older diesel vehicles especially private cars and vans.

    While achieving UK legal limits is a key milestone, Portsmouth City Council is committed to going further to better protect public health. Cleaner air benefits everyone — it can ease breathing problems, particularly for children, older people, and those with existing health conditions, and helps create a healthier environment for all.

    To tackle remaining pollution hotspots, Portsmouth City Council is stepping up its commitment to cleaner air and healthier travel across the city — and these are just some of the actions already underway.

    The council has rolled out 62 electric buses through the government’s ZEBRA scheme, cutting emissions from public transport. Bus services have also been upgraded under the Bus Service Improvement Plan, making them more frequent and reliable.

    Walking and cycling are being made safer and more accessible through schemes like the Active Pompey Neighbourhood programme, while 320 new on-street electric vehicle charge points are being installed to support the switch to cleaner cars.

    Meanwhile, Portsmouth International Port is progressing towards net-zero emissions, including a UK-first shore power system that allows ships to plug in while docked, significantly reducing pollution.

    These initiatives are part of a wider, long-term strategy to make Portsmouth a cleaner, greener and healthier city — with more improvements still to come.

    Cllr Peter Candlish, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “We’ve made real progress on air pollution, but there’s much more we can do, especially by changing how we travel. That’s why Clean Air Day is the perfect time to try the bus — it’s free, it’s easy, and it’s one small step we can all take for a cleaner, greener and healthier Portsmouth.”

    Cllr Kimberly Barrett, Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Greening the City, added: “Cleaner air means healthier lives. We’re seeing real progress, but we all have a part to play. Choosing greener ways to travel — even just once a week — can make a big difference for Portsmouth.”

    The CAZ will remain in place until air pollution levels stay within legal limits for two consecutive years. Experts are optimistic this could be achieved in the coming years, as cleaner vehicles continue to replace older diesel models. Even after these limits are met, Portsmouth City Council will continue taking proactive steps to further reduce air pollution and safeguard public health.

    For more information, visit the Portsmouth City Council website: https://cleanerairportsmouth.co.uk/

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: China raises Typhoon Wutip emergency response in multiple regions

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 13 — China’s State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters on Friday upgraded its emergency response for flood and typhoon control to Level III in the provincial-level regions of Hainan, Guangdong and Guangxi, all located in south China, in response to Typhoon Wutip, the first typhoon of the year.

    A working team has been dispatched to Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region to provide on-site guidance, while two previously deployed teams continue to assist with flood and typhoon prevention efforts in Ledong Li Autonomous County in the southernmost island province of Hainan, as well as in Zhanjiang, a coastal city in Guangdong Province.

    As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the center of Typhoon Wutip, classified as a severe tropical storm, was located off the coast of Ledong. It is forecast to move northward at a speed of around 10 kilometers per hour, skimming the western coast of Hainan before predictably making landfall between Xuwen in Guangdong and Beihai in Guangxi around midday Saturday.

    Affected by the typhoon, heavy to torrential rainfall is expected from Friday to Sunday in regions including Hainan, western and northern Guangdong, and eastern and coastal areas of Guangxi.

    China has a four-tier emergency response system for flood control, with Level I being the most severe.

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    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI NGOs: “We’re Not Just Marching – We’re Building the Future”: Joburg Youth Lead the Charge for Green Jobs This Youth Day

    Source: Greenpeace Statement –

    Johannesburg, 13 June 2025 –  Hundreds of young people flooded the streets of Johannesburg in a powerful call for economic justice through climate action. Backed by Greenpeace Africa, they waved hand-painted placards, their chants echoing across pavements, in a shared urgency drawn together by a generation raised on promises — and now demanding delivery. This Youth Day, South Africa’s youth were not just commemorating the past; they marched for a future they refuse to be excluded from.

    At the heart of their demand was a clear message: a Just Transition must mean green jobs for young people, now.

    “We don’t want to be statistics anymore. We want to be builders of the new economy,” said Aphiwe, a 24-year-old graduate who’s been unemployed for over a year. “Give us the skills. Give us the tools. Let us work — not just survive.”

    With youth unemployment sitting above 60%, South Africa’s young people are caught in a worsening economic storm. Yet they also represent the country’s greatest untapped human resource; bold, informed, and ready to act. The renewable energy sector offers a lifeline: up to five times more jobs than the fossil fuel economy.

    But that opportunity remains out of reach for many. Through this march, the youth-  in a memorandum presented to the labour ministry – demanded access to skilling and upskilling programmes, inclusion in climate and economic planning, and investment in clean energy infrastructure that benefits communities, not corporations.

    “South Africa’s young people aren’t just demanding jobs. They’re demanding a future where those jobs are sustainable, dignified, and part of solving the climate crisis,” says Siyabonga Myeza, Climate and Energy Campaigner, Greenpeace Africa.

    This isn’t the first time youth have taken to the streets on June 16, a date seared into South African memory. In 1976, students marched for the right to education. In 2025, they march for the right to work, to be heard, and to live on a planet that hasn’t been plundered past repair.

    “This generation sees the link between economic injustice and climate injustice. Their message is clear: we cannot afford to wait any longer,” said Cynthia Moyo, Climate and Energy Campaigner, Greenpeace Africa.

    Greenpeace Africa stands shoulder-to-shoulder with these young leaders, calling on the South African government, private sector, and civil society to honour their vision, not with speeches but with action.

    This Youth Day, the call will ring out from city streets and rural corners alike:
    “No jobs on a dead planet. No future without the youth.”

    ENDS.

    For more information, contact:

    Ferdinand Omondi, Communication and Story Manager, Greenpeace Africa, email: [email protected], cell: +254 722 505 233

    Greenpeace Africa Press Desk:[email protected]

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    June 14, 2025

  •  Delhiites to get relief from scorching heat as IMD predicts thunderstorm

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Residents of the national capital may finally get some relief from the relentless heat, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rainfall later on Friday, which are expected to ease the sweltering conditions that have gripped Delhi and surrounding regions for the past several days.

    Speaking to IANS, IMD scientist Akhil Srivastava said: “The maximum temperature in Delhi-NCR remains high, and the night temperature is also above normal. Due to these conditions, we had issued a red alert on Thursday. For June 13, we are expecting hot and humid conditions during the day, with a possibility of a heatwave in some parts of the region. Accordingly, we have issued an orange to red alert for today.”

    Srivastava added that thunderstorm activity is anticipated by Friday night, with wind speeds ranging from 40 to 60 km/h.

    “This weather pattern may persist for the next two to three days, which is likely to bring down the maximum temperature,” he said.

    “Currently, Delhi is recording temperatures around 44 degrees Celsius. We expect this to fall to around 40 degrees Celsius by June 15 or 16.”

    Srivastava also said that northwestern India is also expected to remain hot, with no significant change in maximum temperatures over the next 48–72 hours.

    “We estimate a potential drop of 2 to 4 degrees Celsius in the coming days. However, western Rajasthan will continue to face severe heat conditions, for which a red alert has been issued. Warm night conditions are being observed across the region, with night temperatures also staying above average, increasing the overall impact.”

    The IMD has issued red alerts for Punjab and Haryana for the next two days due to expected extreme conditions. Rajasthan is also under a red alert for Friday, which will be followed by an orange alert for the next two days. In Uttar Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, orange alerts have been issued as cooler weather is expected over the weekend.

    Srivastava also noted a likelihood of light to very light rainfall in parts of Delhi, associated with the thunderstorm activity.

    “While the intensity of the rainfall may be low, it will contribute to a temporary cooling effect and offer some respite from the oppressive heat.”

    Responding to whether this summer has been hotter than usual, Srivastava said: “Heatwaves are not new to Delhi or North India. We witnessed similar extreme temperatures last year as well. It would not be accurate to say this year is significantly worse; rather, such patterns are becoming increasingly frequent.”

    (IANS)

    June 14, 2025

  • Delhi scorched, but not for long: IMD predicts dip in temperature after thunderstorm

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Residents of the national capital may finally get some relief from the relentless heat, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rainfall later on Friday, which are expected to ease the sweltering conditions that have gripped Delhi and surrounding regions for the past several days.

    Speaking to IANS, IMD scientist Akhil Srivastava said: “The maximum temperature in Delhi-NCR remains high, and the night temperature is also above normal. Due to these conditions, we had issued a red alert on Thursday. For June 13, we are expecting hot and humid conditions during the day, with a possibility of a heatwave in some parts of the region. Accordingly, we have issued an orange to red alert for today.”

    Srivastava added that thunderstorm activity is anticipated by Friday night, with wind speeds ranging from 40 to 60 km/h.

    “This weather pattern may persist for the next two to three days, which is likely to bring down the maximum temperature,” he said.

    “Currently, Delhi is recording temperatures around 44 degrees Celsius. We expect this to fall to around 40 degrees Celsius by June 15 or 16.”

    Srivastava also said that northwestern India is also expected to remain hot, with no significant change in maximum temperatures over the next 48–72 hours.

    “We estimate a potential drop of 2 to 4 degrees Celsius in the coming days. However, western Rajasthan will continue to face severe heat conditions, for which a red alert has been issued. Warm night conditions are being observed across the region, with night temperatures also staying above average, increasing the overall impact.”

    The IMD has issued red alerts for Punjab and Haryana for the next two days due to expected extreme conditions. Rajasthan is also under a red alert for Friday, which will be followed by an orange alert for the next two days. In Uttar Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, orange alerts have been issued as cooler weather is expected over the weekend.

    Srivastava also noted a likelihood of light to very light rainfall in parts of Delhi, associated with the thunderstorm activity.

    “While the intensity of the rainfall may be low, it will contribute to a temporary cooling effect and offer some respite from the oppressive heat.”

    Responding to whether this summer has been hotter than usual, Srivastava said: “Heatwaves are not new to Delhi or North India. We witnessed similar extreme temperatures last year as well. It would not be accurate to say this year is significantly worse; rather, such patterns are becoming increasingly frequent.”

    (IANS)

    June 14, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Africa: Fine and cool weather conditions for the weekend

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    Friday, June 13, 2025

    The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has forecast fine and cold to cool but partly cloudy weather with showers and rain expected in the north-east of the country.

    There are currently no weather alerts on their website.

    Earlier this week, the country was gripped with severe winter weather with the Eastern Cape experiencing snowfall and heavy rain.

    President Cyril Ramaphosa is today visiting flood-affected areas in the Eastern Cape, due to rising casualties and damage to infrastructure in the OR Tambo and Amathole District Municipalities.

    The President will be updated on the search and rescue efforts and support needed to effectively address the devastating disaster across all levels.

    According to the latest reports, the death toll from the floods in the Eastern Cape has risen to 78, with more than 1 000 people displaced. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Finland to receive €235 million in EIB financing for hospital and school upgrades

    Source: European Investment Bank

    • EIB provides €235 million in loans to improve hospitals and schools in Finland´s Uusimaa region.
    • Hospitals in Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa, as well as schools in Vantaa among beneficiaries. 
    • Part of the EIB’s ongoing support for Finland’s public services, with over €3.8 billion invested in healthcare and education in recent years.

    The European Investment Bank (EIB) is signing two major financing agreements, totalling €235 million, to support critical public infrastructure in southern Finland. The funding will significantly enhance healthcare services across southern Finland and education services in Vantaa.

    The first agreement, worth €135 million, will support the modernisation of hospital infrastructure across the region. This includes improving access to specialised care, strengthening medical education, and enhancing the energy efficiency of hospital buildings. The financing is part of a broader €300 million loan package with the Helsinki University Hospital (HUS)—the joint authority for specialized healthcare in Helsinki and Uusimaa. Major upgrades are planned at hospitals in Meilahti in Helsinki, Jorvi in Espoo and Peijas in Vantaa.

    In parallel, the EIB is also lending €100 million to support the development of modern, energy-efficient educational facilities in Vantaa, a rapidly growing city just north of Helsinki. This tranche is part of a larger €350 million loan package. The initiative will benefit over 11,000 students and deliver more than 160,000 square metres of new and refurbished educational space across more than 30 facilities, including schools, day centers, and sports venues.

    “These projects will directly improve daily life for tens of thousands of people across southern Finland,” said EIB Vice-President Thomas Östros. “We are proud to support Finland in building modern, sustainable infrastructure that delivers better services and meets the highest environmental standards. Investing in healthcare and education is investing in people’s futures.”

    Both loans reflect the EIB’s goals of fostering sustainable urban development, promoting social inclusion, and advancing climate action through energy-efficient infrastructure.

    The major part of hospital upgrades in the Uusimaa region are due to be completed by the end of 2026.

    “The EIB is an important and reliable financier of investments for HUS,” said HUS Chief Financial Officer Jari Finnilä. “The EIB and HUS have a long-time cooperation in financing investments of specialized healthcare.”

    The works on the school buildings in Vantaa are scheduled to be completed within the next five years. “The long-term funding we receive from the EIB is vital to our efforts in renovating and constructing educational facilities,” said Vantaa Mayor Pekka Timonen.

    In Finland, the EIB has provided financing of more than €2.1 billion in healthcare and €1.7 billion in education over the past decade. Recent projects include the Laakso hospital construction and modern school facilities in Tuusula, Helsinki and Turku.

    Background information  

    EIB 

    The European Investment Bank (ElB) is the long-term lending institution of the European Union, owned by its Member States. Built around eight core priorities, we finance investments that contribute to EU policy objectives by bolstering climate action and the environment, digitalisation and technological innovation, security and defence, cohesion, agriculture and bioeconomy, social infrastructure, high-impact investments outside the European Union, and the capital markets union.  

    The EIB Group, which also includes the European Investment Fund (EIF), signed nearly €89 billion in new financing for over 900 high-impact projects in 2024, boosting Europe’s competitiveness and security.  

    All projects financed by the EIB Group are in line with the Paris Climate Agreement, as pledged in our Climate Bank Roadmap. Almost 60% of the EIB Group’s annual financing supports projects directly contributing to climate change mitigation, adaptation, and a healthier environment.  

    Fostering market integration and mobilising investment, the Group supported a record of over €100 billion in new investment for Europe’s energy security in 2024 and mobilised €110 billion in growth capital for startups, scale-ups and European pioneers. Approximately half of the EIB’s financing within the European Union is directed towards cohesion regions, where per capita income is lower than the EU average.

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    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Tens of thousands of people in Hainan have been evacuated to safe areas due to Typhoon Wutip

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    HAIKOU, June 13 (Xinhua) — More than tens of thousands of residents in south China’s Hainan Province have been evacuated to safe areas as Typhoon Wutip (Butterfly), the first typhoon of the year, approaches.

    As of 8:00 p.m. Thursday, a total of 16,561 people had been evacuated from construction sites, low-lying areas threatened by flooding and areas at risk from mountain torrents in the province.

    All 30,721 fishing vessels in the province have either returned to ports or taken shelter elsewhere, with more than 40,000 people working on them evacuated to shore.

    As Typhoon Wutip continues to intensify, the provincial meteorological office extended the typhoon alert to Level 3 at 11 a.m. Friday.

    Typhoon Wutip strengthened into a severe tropical storm at 8 p.m. Thursday. As of 10 a.m. Friday, its epicenter was located near Ledong Li Autonomous County on Hainan Island, with maximum wind speeds of about 28 meters per second near the epicenter. Heavy rainfall is expected in many parts of the province by 8 p.m.

    According to meteorologists’ forecasts, the typhoon is moving in a northwesterly direction at a speed of 5-10 km/h.

    On Friday, Wutip may make landfall or pass near the coastal area between Ledong County and Dongfang City as a severe tropical storm with wind gusts of 25 to 28 meters per second. -0-

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    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: 12 crew members rescued from ship as Typhoon Wutip approaches

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    SANYA, June 13 (Xinhua) — Twelve crew members were rescued from a ship in waters off southern China’s Hainan island province early Friday as Typhoon Wutip (Butterfly) approached, local authorities said.

    At around 6 p.m. on Thursday, the Nanhai Rescue Bureau under China’s Ministry of Transport received reports that 12 people on a cargo ship about 14 nautical miles (about 26 km) off a cape in southwestern Hainan Province needed to be evacuated due to the typhoon.

    The rescue vessel set out at 6.30pm on Thursday and arrived at the scene at 11.50pm, where gale force winds had caused waves up to three metres high. Rescuers managed to get the crew to safety after 43 minutes and are expected to return to the anchorage at midday on Friday.

    The rescued sailors will remain on the rescue vessel, where they will be provided with essential supplies and medical care. They will be taken ashore when the weather permits.

    Typhoon Wutip strengthened into a severe tropical storm at 8:00 p.m. Thursday. As of 10:00 a.m. Friday, its epicenter was located near Ledong Li Autonomous County on Hainan Island, with maximum winds near the epicenter of the cyclone reaching about 101 km/h. The typhoon is moving northwest at a speed of 5-10 km/h.

    All kindergartens, schools, construction sites and tourist attractions in Sanya have been closed. Ships are banned from sailing and Fenghuang International Airport has suspended all flights from 10 p.m. on Thursday. High-speed rail service on Hainan has been suspended and is expected to resume on Saturday.

    The Nanhai Rescue Bureau is closely monitoring Typhoon Wutip and has deployed seven specialized rescue ships and four helicopters to respond to emergencies. -0-

    MIL OSI Russia News –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Africa: Committee Chairperson Calls on Eastern Cape (EC) Education Department to Attend to Infrastructure Damage


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    The Select Committee on Education, Sciences and the Creative Industries has called on the provincial Department of Education in the Eastern Cape to proactively determine infrastructure damage and the number of learners affected by the weekend floods.

    The Chairperson of the committee, Mr Makhi Feni, said the floods happened just when mid-year exams were in full swing and children should be allowed access once schools have been thoroughly cleaned.

    The committee sends its heartfelt condolences to families and friends of the deceased. “It hurts to realise that no circuit or district decision was made with regards to closure of schools on Monday when warning of two cold fronts across the country had been issued by SA Weather Service. This calls for proper and proactive leadership from circuit level right up to the province.”

    The provincial government revised the number of the deceased due to floods to be around 49. A number of young learners were affected when their school transport was swept away by the floods.

    Mr Feni said the Department of Education must attend to school infrastructure and the cleaning of affected schools. “Parents should be bold and refuse with their children when these kinds of warnings are issued. We want empowered parents who are aware of their surroundings and the debates around such matters as the climate change and its impact. But young children cannot make these decisions.”

    Mr Feni said if children writing exams were from the impacted schools they should be provided with all the support they need, including catching up of the lost day. “But before children are allowed back in schools those should be allowed only once the schools had been thoroughly cleaned and are conducive to learning.”

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.

    MIL OSI Africa –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: 12 crew members rescued from ship as Typhoon Wutip closes in

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Twelve crew members were rescued from a ship in south China’s island province of Hainan early Friday morning as Typhoon Wutip approaches, said local authorities.

    The Nanhai Rescue Bureau of the Ministry of Transport received messages on Thursday evening that, due to Wutip, 12 people on a cargo ship about 14 nautical miles (about 26 kilometers) off a headland in southwestern Hainan needed evacuation.

    The rescue vessel departed at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday and arrived at the site at 11:50 p.m., where gales generated waves as high as three meters. Rescuers managed to lift those crew members to safety 43 minutes later, and they are expected to return to an anchorage at noon on Friday.

    The evacuees will stay on the rescue vessel, where they will be provided with daily necessities and medical services. They will be taken ashore when weather permits.

    Wutip intensified into a severe tropical storm at 8 p.m. Thursday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, it was located near Ledong Li Autonomous County, Hainan, with winds reaching up to 101 kilometers per hour and moving northwest at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour.

    All kindergartens, schools, construction sites and tourist attractions in Sanya have been closed. Ships are prohibited from sailing, and Sanya airport suspended all flights from 10 p.m. Thursday. High-speed rail services across Hainan have been halted, with operations expected to resume on Saturday.

    The Nanhai Rescue Bureau is closely monitoring Wutip, with seven rescue vessels and four helicopters on standby to respond to emergencies.

    MIL OSI China News –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: SPC – No MDs are in effect as of Fri Jun 13 04:16:02 UTC 2025

    Source: US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

    Current Mesoscale DiscussionsUpdated:  Fri Jun 13 04:46:02 UTC 2025 No Mesoscale Discussions are currently in effect.

    Notice:  The responsibility for Heavy Rain Mesoscale Discussions has been transferred to the Weather Prediction Center (WPC) on April 9, 2013. Click here for the Service Change Notice.
    Archived Convective ProductsTo view convective products for a previous day, type in the date you wish to retrieve (e.g. 20040529 for May 29, 2004). Data available since January 1, 2004.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: New report calculates NHS outdoor spaces save the NHS £82 million per year A report by researchers at the University of Aberdeen, commissioned by Public Health Scotland and SEFARI Gateway, calculates for the first time, the economic value of outdoor spaces in NHS Scotland sites.

    Source: University of Aberdeen

    A report by researchers at the University of Aberdeen, commissioned by Public Health Scotland and SEFARI Gateway, calculates for the first time, the economic value of outdoor spaces in NHS Scotland sites.
    Published today by SEFARI Gateway,this is the first study in the world to look at the value of outdoor green spaces within hospitals, health centres and GP surgeries used by staff, patients and their families, and the public for walking and relaxing.
    The team asked people about their visits and how they valued different types of outdoor spaces. They then followed Office for National Statistics guidelines and used bespoke economic analysis to calculate the value in monetary terms.
    The survey of 2,449 adults across all fourteen regional NHS Scotland health boards found that people spend roughly 87 million hours a year in NHS outdoor spaces.
    The health benefits from these visits is valued at around £82 million a year, which is what it would cost the NHS to provide the same benefits through healthcare services.
    The authors say that in addition to supporting physical and mental health, outdoor spaces at NHS Scotland sites ‘offer value simply by being pleasant and accessible places for people to enjoy.’ When this broader value is factored in, these spaces are estimated to be worth around £125 per adult each year at health centres, and £146 per adult each year at hospitals.
    The project was jointly funded and supported by the SEFARI Gateway (Scotland’s Centre of Expertise for Knowledge Exchange and Innovation) and Public Health Scotland and will contribute to the implementation of the NHS Scotland Climate Emergency and Sustainability Strategy building on previous research commissioned by Public Health Scotland and NatureScot.

    We believe these findings will be instrumental in shaping how NHS outdoor spaces are designed, maintained, and used across Scotland.” Dr Luis Loria-Rebolledo

    Charles Bestwick, Director of SEFARI Gateway said: “As well as providing significant health benefits to the public, the green spaces in the NHS estate can contribute to Net Zero targets as well as Scotland’s biodiversity strategy. The monetary value of the green spaces also helps provide information to the NHS when it comes to managing the NHS estate.”
    Dr Neil Chalmers, Health Economist at Public Health Scotland, said: “Half of NHS Scotland’s estates comprise of outdoor green spaces with park-like vegetation such as grass and trees. These areas are well frequented for walking and relaxing, with our research estimating that approximately half the population visited an NHS Scotland open space in the past year, leading to a total of 122 million estimated annual visits.
    “This has a real impact on the mental and physical health of those who visit these areas, as well as a positive knock-on effect on NHS services that can now be visualised in cost savings. This research underlines the importance of maintaining quality and accessible outdoor green spaces on the NHS estate in Scotland, so that everyone in society can continue to benefit from them.”
    Dr Luis Loria-Rebolledo, Research Fellow in the Health Economics Research Unit at the University of Aberdeen, who led the research added: “As the first study of its kind anywhere in the world, our research highlights the significant value of NHS Scotland’s open spaces, not only for their role in enhancing mental and physical health, but also in promoting social well-being and environmental sustainability.
    “These spaces are crucial for improving public health, offering people places to relax, recover, and exercise.
    “We believe these findings will be instrumental in shaping how NHS outdoor spaces are designed, maintained, and used across Scotland. Just as importantly, they offer valuable lessons that can be applied in healthcare settings around the world”

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    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Expansion works of Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter proposed

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Expansion works of Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter proposed 
    The proposed works will create additional sheltered space to address the strong regional demand in Hong Kong Island South, particularly for pleasure vessels. The proposed works will include the construction of two new breakwaters and the provision of public landing facilities at the proposed eastern breakwater, construction of a pedestrian walkway to connect the proposed eastern breakwater to Ocean Drive and an associated vessel impact protection system, demolition of part of the existing breakwater at the eastern side of Ap Lei Chau, and construction of a wave wall in the form of a floating breakwater. The proposed works are tentatively scheduled to commence in 2026 for completion in 2030. At the same time, the Government would also like to seize the opportunity of the expansion of the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter to utilise part of the expanded waterbody for the market to develop a marina and promote yacht tourism.
     
    The notice and its related plan are posted near the site. The plan is also available for inspection at:
    * Survey and Mapping Office of the Lands Department (6/F, North Point Government Offices, 333 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong) (where copies can be purchased on order);
    * Southern Home Affairs Enquiry Centre of the Southern District Office (G/F, Ocean Court, 3 Aberdeen Praya Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong); and
    * Lands Department’s website (www.landsd.gov.hk 
    Any person who considers that he has an interest, right or easement in or over the foreshore and seabed involved may submit a written objection to the Director of Lands, 20/F, North Point Government Offices, 333 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong, within two months from the gazette date, i.e. on or before August 13. The objector shall describe in the notice of objection his interest, right or easement, and the manner in which he will be allegedly affected.
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    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Hainan Province Prepares for Typhoon Wutip

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    HAIKOU, June 13 (Xinhua) — South China’s island province of Hainan is on high alert as Typhoon Wutip (Butterfly), the first typhoon of the year, is expected to make landfall in the province on Friday.

    Typhoon Wutip strengthened into a severe tropical storm at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, with its center about 95 km south of Sanya, packing maximum sustained winds of 10 points (25 meters per second) near the center, according to the local meteorological department.

    Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm is expected in six towns and counties on the island over the next 24 hours, with warnings of heavy rain and flash floods also issued.

    Sanya City issued a Level 2 flood and typhoon alert at 6 p.m. Thursday. Local major reservoirs gradually opened their floodgates to release water, while water supply and sewage systems continued to operate normally.

    All kindergartens, schools, construction sites and tourist attractions in Sanya have been closed. Ships are banned from sailing and Fenghuang International Airport has suspended all flights from 10 p.m. on Thursday. High-speed rail service on Hainan has been suspended and is expected to resume on Saturday.

    The typhoon is moving northwest at 10-15 km/h and is gaining strength. It is expected to make landfall in the coastal area between the cities of Sanya and Dongfang on Friday morning and then hit Guangdong Province and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China on Saturday. -0-

    MIL OSI Russia News –

    June 13, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Proposed road works for expansion of Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter gazetted

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The Government gazetted today (June 13) the proposed road works for the expansion of the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter to provide two open spaces at the existing breakwater connecting Shum Wan Road and at a proposed breakwater in Tai Shue Wan respectively, and a pedestrian walkway to link Ocean Drive and the open space at the proposed breakwater in Tai Shue Wan.

    Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plans and scheme of the works are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours:

    Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre,
    G/F, Harbour Building,
    38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong

    Southern Home Affairs Enquiry Centre,
    G/F, Ocean Court,
    3 Aberdeen Praya Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong

    District Lands Office, Hong Kong West and South,
    20/F, Southorn Centre,
    130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

    The gazette notice, scheme, plan and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html.

    Any person who wishes to object to the works or the use, or both, is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via the following means:
     

    • By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau’s Drop-in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays);
    • By fax to 2868 4643; or
    • By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk.
       

    A notice of objection should describe the objector’s interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the works or the use. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than August 12, 2025.

    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

    June 13, 2025
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