Regional News

Over the last hour Mt. Kallioinen erupted. The resulting explosion has caused a tsunami or greater magnitude than previously modelled. As advised:

The Waves will reach Noremacian shores in approximately 6-7 hours. The evacuation order is for 24 hours as of now, to let the waves subside. After 24 hours residents will be allowed to return to their homes. Ensure you remain informed, tune into car radios, TV Networks and check our mobile text message notifications for updates.

At 10:40am local time, Mt. Kallioinen erupted.

The eruption was said to have been heard as far as Geitland. Moments ago, Noremacian authorities ordered a precautionary mandatory 24 hour evacuation of at risk areas on the Noremacian coastline. This comes as no surprise as the nation errs on the side of caution, as to minimise the impact. All flights to Eporan and Hameenetra have been grounded since Wednesday, however Noresky is still flying in and out of Hvidovia and some locations in Leirhofn. As the resulting ash cloud spreads across Eporan, it is clear there will be several governing bodies that will require extensive aid in rebuilding. Due to the nature of the event, several nations had little time to prepare for the event, and we fear the death toll may be significant. Noremacia's Emperor, Camus Moran, has already made a statement that his government will be focusing on the preservation of lives and rehabilitation of nation's sustainability, however no official action has yet been taken by the government of Noremacia, however the consillium is meeting tonight to discuss the aid plan.

Remember to remain calm and stay connected. Be informed, and check on friends overseas as they may be in need of moral support during these unprecedented times. This has been The Noremacia Sun, Stay with us for breaking updates as the situation develops. Iallitsemmeko Ikuisesti Vapauksemme.

Midham Papers

Midham, 04/13/2020
The Commonwealth Government issued a state of emergency when Mount Kallionen erupted. It's ashes are said to have covered the entirety of Treko and Eastern Kanadorikan cities and Ninhundland as well. Tidal waves have impacted Noremacia and Keaa's two main islands with the Tsunami wave impacting Treko and Eastern Kanadorikan coastal waters.

All diplomatic posts in the mentioned countries are closed. Citizens and Nationals are told to stay indoors and only come out wearing health masks when absolutely necessary. Maintain supplies at least until 5-7 days. Citizens are also told to follow Local Authorities and keep aware of dangerous areas especially coastal areas like Ports and Beaches.

The Commonwealth would aid the affected countries by committing itself to voluntary work, sending volunteers to distribute food, water, fresh clothes, and medical drugs to those displaced and to those in need. Military and Police organizations would volunteer itself for Search and Rescue operations in the affected areas, making sure to save anyone that were affected after the eruption.

The Government would commit 5 Billion Middle Territories Marks to the natural disaster from donations of the people itself.

Kappelland, a land of a cultural melting pot. A land of Wars and steel. A land of beautiful beaches and a vibrant tourism industry. This land, while a beautiful land, after the collapse of its Monarchy in the wake of revolution, descended into the darkest moments of its history. That dark period came to an end, however bloody it may be. Under the leadership of Marshal zu Uhr and his clique of Generals from Vwalltrijktsburg Military Academy had defeated all its rivals in the field of battle and now presides over the Civilian Government of the Republic of Kappelland as its protector.

While Kappelland is a land of democracy, the democracy that the Kappellik people enjoy is a sham. True power lays in the hands of zu Uhr and his subordinates in the Vwalltrijktsburg clique. The civilian government is only there to legitimise the actions taken by zu Uhr and the clique.

Every candidate and every party is approved by the Vwalltrijktsburg clique. Every candidate for the civilian government and all political parties have only praise to the protectors of Kappelland. Kappellik civilian politics is just one large puppet show.

"Why do the Kappellik people not rise up and destroy the sham of a democracy their state is?" You may ask. The average Kappelik cares not for the man who rules them, they no longer do. The incessant fighting of the Kappellik warlord era had made them realise that leaders come and go and it also taught them that loyalty should be given to those who can feed you, not to those who promise you dreams.

However, while the control of the Vwalltrijktsburg clique and of zu Uhr is tight, the clique itself is losing cohesion. The advanced age and failing health of Marshal zu Uhr gives an opportunity to ambitious vultures to circle around his body until they can seize the chance to claim and seize the mantle of Marshal zu Uhr and lead Kappelland to a bright future, or, atleast, their offshore bank accounts to a bright future.

The Vwalltrijktsburg clique is divided into 8 main factions: the zu Uhr loyalist faction led by General Lee Hayeck who wish to uphold the status quo brought about by zu Uhr. The North eastern army led by General Rajmund zu Vwallbrück, a former member of a rival clique (Kapplatz Clique) who defected to zu Uhr's banner, who wishes to erode the powers, and eventually, destroy, the civilian government. The Sujdkapland Province faction under Governor Ernst Heyrmann, military governor of Sujdkapland province, who aims to purge the government of corruption. The "Liberal" faction under General Rujdolf Koblenz, who, in reality, are aggressive chauvinists who wish to assert Kappelland in the international stage and to secure her a place in the sun through blood and iron. The Diplomatic Corps under August Vwallvan who aims to rule Kappelland not with a harsh fist of steel, but with a pragmatic velvet glove. The Industrial, Financial and Economic Corps under Doctor Kapp Westerling, Economics minister of the Republic of Kappelland and personal financial advisor to zu Uhr himself, who wishes for Kappelland to focus on its economy, as in, have Kappelland be a playground for the Doctor Kapp and his subordinate economists. The Reformist Faction under General Trescko Stejhlmann who wish to cede more power to the civilian government and, possibly, do away with the military government in its entirety and the Technocratic faction, led by General Stern Rejyavit, who wishes to the cliques stern grip on domestic politics so he can pass reforms which will propel the education system and kickstart a new Kappellik intellectual renaissance.

All these factions hunger for the taste of being on top. The death of zu Uhr is inevitable, the vultures are already circling. Will receive a ruler worthy of her glory? Or will Kappelland fall into a second warlord era? Nothing is clear. Sadly, only time will tell.

"Village Massacre", a Guthic metalcore band that was originally from a small town Juniper, in Nordskin, is announcing a tour all around Epora. Locations include Frankdorf, Einderhun, Hexenborough, and many other venues!



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Brand new sedan for 2020! Remember passing the orchards on the way to school? Remember going back to them when your were old enough for your first drink there again? None of this is relavent, but this vehicle has a turbocharged V6, rear-wheeled drive for "specific purposes" and graceful enough to valet park on a 5 figure date! Drive responsibly and enjoy!
If you can afford one.



Ministry of Nation Security Advisory Board Representative Katelin Gambix informed members of the press that National Forces are beginning to mobilize National Forces to deploy to Altzan to take part in a task force of nations that will assist in rehabilitating the failed state. Reservists are being called up to fill in for absent spots for deployed personnel overseas. Some are apprehensive, one is excited, such as Lance Corporal Erik Dunitz.

"We'll, didn't have a lot of excitement in life going on at the moment. I collect swords, play MMO's and work in the mail room of a massive company. This may give me a little more of a push I need to get more opportunities, plus I miss the training sometimes."

We will have more updates on the situation.

Writter: V. V.
Editor: Georgia Jansen

The Cabrya border opens up allowing all types of people. The govermant decided to do this because it will help us with the economy and so we have a good picture.

Cabrya hosts a large gathering in the capital building
Total of people who attended: 320 Officials | Neroal Huami (Leader) | 300 Citizens | 400 Soldiers protecting
"The meeting will commence over the act of our law 1.4 religion will now take place"
The meeting went of for the whole day about re designing the law due to possible conflicts, the leader mostly
rejected these offers to change it as stupid and "A waste of my time."
The gathering bickered as the leader came to a choice and walked to the podium to announce infront of 10,000 Civilians waiting outside.
"Citizens of Cabrya I am happy to be with you all and I want things to change. FOR THE GOOD! From when we were small, when we thought god was there for us,
we rose and questioned his existance and we rose above the corrupt lords we called priests. WE SHOWED THEM WE DONT NEED GOD! WE SHOWED THEM WE CAN MAKE A FUTURE! WE WILL NEVER BACK DOWN FROM HATING THE GOD NAMED NAMED 'JESUS' AND WERE NOT GONNA STAND THESE COUNTRYS!
But I see were too.. too restricted, so I say we can change... Change for the good! I still wont stand for the gods. But I will allow people to pray for there 'gods' at home.
We will allow praying for your 'gods' but only inside of your own home. SO BE IF I SEE A SINGLE RELIGOUSE ITEM OUTSIDE THE HOME THEY WILL SUFFER DIRE
CONSEQUENCES! So on the note. Any religion not involving this 'jesus' figure will be legal within your own homes! Thankyou people!"
Some people boo and yell at this change and the people hiding in homes hear over the radio and celebrate for the change.
Posted by Neroal Huami news.

Cabrya begins signing deals with Klastrix beggining the first plans of a joint moon colony for the soul purpose of strengthening relations and learning the vast life on the white dot that follows us. Our leader announces the momentus day that funding will begin and space programs set up with the support while the launch site of cabrya is set up at the very top of our nation.
The leader egins setting up our finest researchers from this beutiful country and assures the public that this is the sign of true compasion and love, "If we follow our dreams, we make anything on this ot possible.. but if we follow our heart we can make it to the stars!" The deals are signed as construction begins.
Funding will be given shortley... but for now the builders are from the govermant and sent to build the launch pad, radar stations, and the construct bay room. (Space-Program channel will be made for a full detail of everything that will occur.)

Our leader makes a announcemant over the radio to every home and city. "Its time we put our bonds first, this day is a sign of choice, OF PEACE! And we will follow this project to infinity and beyond! Lets do this with our boundrys past us! FOR THE FUTURE OF MANKIND!"

Following the announcement made just days after the eruption occurred, many flights were suspended due to levels of ash that had been pumped into the air. It should be noted that not every flight is suspended as the busier routes will remain open however the amount of flights is reduced. Considering the country’s extensive road and high speed rail network transportation across Ninhundland shouldn’t be much of a problem with the reduced number of flights. The flights that are still around have just seen near full capacity due many routes that had several flights a day, have been reduced to just one for the past few weeks.

“As the ash levels begin to drop and the air quality improves, air travel is excepted to return to normal. We are hoping that by the beginning of May the conditions will favour a return to normal scheduling. The current situation is under control as the number of overseas flights are limited and only the busiest routes that are seen as “essential” have been in the sky with a huge reduction of daily flights.” - Ninhundish Ministry of Transportation

A small meeting was to occur as laws were being planned to legalize religion. On the way from his home to parlimant.
The leader today stood outside of his home to about 200 protestors throwing crosses at him.
Cabryian Special Forces escorted him out the area using tear gas and the back door to parliment.

Parliament Talks continue in the Middle Territories, to pass the Midham Renovation Act, Mission Bay, Three Kings and Mount Albert Representatives continue to deny due to the Act basically expands the Capital Region.

Rename to the Commonwealth of Elbe
Folkefor-Royal Diet faced a crucial matter in changing the name of the Middle Territories, this matter had gained some traction in the Government after a petition to change the name of the Commonwealth of Elbe, including a referendum to do such. The Prime Minister just this morning had stated to the Press in front of the Folkefor building in Midham.

This has caused demonstrations to break out demanding the name change from the Middle Territories to the Commonwealth of Elbe, "Name Change is needed" the protests shout. In the end after 45 hours of waiting, Parliament had advocated for the name change passing the National Name Change and Repairment Act of 2020.

Michu Bimonthly News (March - April)

In response to the Mount Kallioinen chaotic eruption, the righteous government of Michu took a swift and firm response, directly on order from Huang Shang in a well prepared Imperial Edict. Using her authority, she swept away the indecisive Chancellor Tuquang Qino, and installed the Minzhu Party member and Environmental Minister, Zhao Han as the new Chancellor. Following this, he ended all flights to all projected areas until the crisis abated. Using his expert knowledge on the subject of volcanoes, as well as the knowledge provided by the Kanadorikans, the central government has provided an economic support package to Guangbei, the only province to be impacted by tidal forces. This will be used to erect flood defences, promote more sustainable fishing and trading communities and allow for refugee settlements outside the major danger zones. Crucially, the Imperial government has already costed these procedures, and graded them by necessity and feasibility. Should the worst occur, and the volcanic ash destroy crop yields in Northern Michu, the Imperial government has maintained a large stockpile of food. To reinforce this, the Taiyang Pact will provide additional grain and basic necessities through emergency legislation. Chancellor Zhao Han has enjoyed a wave of popular support from the liberals, as well as urbanite populists. He flew to Guangbei himself, and took part in the construction of dams in Jiangbei district, commenting to a People’s News reporter;

“It is a pleasure to serve Michu with all my being, and I assure all peoples of Michu, that they will not lose their homes over natural disasters. The new system will work, and I will safeguard democratic principles.”

The Cabinet has undergone a significant reshuffle, favouring the Minzhu Party overall, and sidelining both the Yanxu Party and the Red Hooks. This has had the effect of alienating both the Weishun aristocracy and the radical left. Giving the post of Minister for Finance to prominent market liberal Shang Xiaodeng, one of his chief supporters, replacing the former market syndicalist Baozu Jin. This symbols both a weakening of the former balance, and strengthens capitalist influence in the economy. This will please the industrialists and the influential markets, generating much economic growth. The swiftness and efficiency of the Throne’s response has raised concerns over the weakening power of democracy in our still new system. Republicans, led by Tang Zhongfeng, condemned the Imperial response as “Efficiency one would expect from a despot”, and have launched a ‘People’s Self Defence Council’, encouraging concerned citizens to do the same. This alarming news raises the fears of many in Peikang, is another Revolution brewing right in the shadows of Shaozi Palace? (March 21st, 2020)




In more peaceful news, we have decided to take a trip to Guangxi, the westernmost province in Michu, embedded in between the Zhong Shanmai mountain range, where a peculiar cultural fusion has taken place. The provinces of Guangxi, and it’s less famous neighbour Bingxi have been a contested area between the Trekkish Empire and our Celestial Throne since the Zhi-Trekkish Border Skirmishes. Trekkish imperialism has been a continuous threat since that point, and while Shidagong Huangdi was able to repel the westerners on this occasion, it did see an influx of Trekkish civilians into Guangxi, despite Huangdi’s suppression attempts. After the last border conflict ended in 1793 with the treaty of Anfei, solidifying the borders and erecting the Western Palisade, a series of tunnels and defences to prevent Trekkish settlers disrupting imperial culture. This would last until the Taiqing Rebellion, when the Great Zhi was bruised significantly in the massive civil conflict. During this rebellion, the Trekkish army was able to overpower the local garrisons and bringing in Trekkish settlers to the land while the Zhi recuperated from the revolt, ending in 1871. The Great Zhi would reconquer the two provinces during the Second World War, though the Huanzhou Huangdi would show the Trekkish settlers mercy, due to their virtually distinct and Michified status. In the time since the Taiqing Rebellion, Michise and Trekkish culture, philosophies, food and religion would interact and syncretise, in a manner not dissimilar to Yuan peoples in our great nation. The most distinct example would be in faith. Despite the anti Christian edicts promulgated by several Huangdi throughout the seventeenth to nineteenth centuries, Guangxi inhabitants have combined elements of Trekkish Orthodoxy, and Michise Dragon Cult, as well as Buddhism. These have syncretised under the Confucian imperial worldview, which stresses peace and obedience. During our research of the province, we were able to speak with some Guangxi Priests, who spoke to us in Michise regarding the theological details of this faith. Church is still attended every Sunday, and worshippers kowtow before ‘The Great Three’, who are roughly equivalent to the trinity. This does not violate Imperial law, as in this faith, the Great Three is composed of the Jinlong (Gold Dragon), referencing Huang Shang as a divine figure, as well as the son, who typically represents Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. This is the largest contrast with regular Christianity, in the Guangxi Faith, the Holy Spirit refers to the Confucian philosophy and it’s guiding principles, enlightening the spirit and the soul under the Kingly way. While heretical to most Christians, the Guangxi faithful do not seem to mind, and Huang Shang is all too happy to be associated with the faith, with some referring to her as ‘Mary’, the Mother of God. This would be the first time Huang Shang has been both God and the Mother of God. Architecturally, the Guangxi have fused Trekkish and Michise architectural styles, though Trekkish is more common in the more urbanised areas, the Michise influence is clearly seen in the Pagodas in the city centre. The food is generally regulated by the harshly cold environment, with a focus on pickled food and resilient crops, as well as a fine collection of meats that are cooked in a unique culinary blend. Interbreeding and marriage is extremely common, and seen as an honourable act, though the lesser prevalence of arranged marriages is noticeable. Trekkish individualism influences the political culture of the region as well, being one of the few areas to not fall decisively towards one faction in the Revolution. Guangxi has many, many festivals, celebrating the days of the saints, as well as Michise national festivals. They also celebrate the local Celebration of the Mountain Festival, which celebrates Guangxi’s status in Michu, and demonstrates strong racial harmony through bonds. It starts with a long feast, known as the Golden Feast, where the Guangxi People pray to Huang Shang for continued prosperity. This feast is composed entirely of Michise food, such as dumplings, Imperial rice, and braised noodle and beef soup, as well as large hot pots. Then, there is a parade, known as the March of Armoured men, where reenactors dress as Weishun Banners and Trekkish Conquerors as the families of the men involved spend time and eat together. Then, there is another feast in the afternoon, called the Clear Skies Feast, where the people only eat Trekkish food, though this part is considerably more expensive, and had to be limited during the Trekkish civil war. From this point, till ten at night, the people of Guangxi do not eat or drink, until the Feast of Eternal Bliss. This is the grandest part of the festival, with all the remaining food of both nationalities are eaten together, with prayers, songs and loud festivities are played throughout the night. On the morning after, there is a church ceremony, where the people are blessed by a priest, and absolved for any sins they committed in the last year.


In other news, the former nation of Jindou has suffered a political revolution, not dissimilar to the Michise Revolution in our own country. Though democracy in the new nation in Nanhe is fragile and new, they have accepted continued membership in the Taiyang Pact with grace, and the new President has had a telephone conversation with the Imperial Commissioner for Taiyang Affairs, Tang Xiaodeng. Trading relations will continue, and Michu has recognised the new government as a legitimate institution, though this does spark fears in the Imperial aristocracy. Xinmei’s President, Qing Zhongsun has completely endorsed the revolution, stating that “The Cause of Freedom and Democracy cannot be extinguished.” The Taiyang Pact will continue as normal, though Xinmei will take its rightful place as an Anphilos regional power. (March)




In celebrity and pop culture news, the Star of Shinmei, Mei Xianwei has proclaimed her support for the nascent Xinmei Republic, proclaimed a few months ago. The social media influencer declared her support via Sqeaker, saying “It’s truly inspiring that the Progressive cause has a new home in Xinmei. I’m going to take a tour there next monday, see you later friends!” Xianwei is very popular with young women and an adoring legion of male fans. Though the endorsement probably cannot assist President Qing Zhongsun too much, it is always good for a President to be associated with beautiful women. (April 12th)

Xinmei has earned a huge investment by technology conglomerate People’s Innovation. They have begun the construction of critical railways surrounding Xinjing, as well as providing the means to create several new schools in the capital itself. The Republic will need these facilities and infrastructure if it hopes to defend itself and secure a powerbase in the Aztlan civil war. President Qing Zhongsun signed the contract himself, though detractors in Xinmei claim that he is ceding too much influence towards powerful industries. (April 14th)

Aotaruo abandoned decades of political isolationism yesterday by voting to join the League of Nations in a cliffhanger referendum which had been billed as a battle for the country's soul.
A nationwide margin of 55% in favour and 45% against was wider than expected, but the vote by regions - the other majority needed for the referendum to pass - was much closer. After a Yes result from the last region to be counted, Aokelan, the result was 7-6.

Supporters hailed the vote as a decision to accept the responsibilities of international engagement and to end the myth of an isolationist nirvana aloof from the world and its problems. Neutrality would continue as before, they said.

The spectre of Kiwi soldiers coming home in bodybags from LEN-mandated military campaigns was raised. Opponents also accused the elite of frittering away a policy which kept the country out of conflict for decades merely to kowtow to Venesia, mocking the parliament by calling it the "Administrative Council of the Kanadorikan Colony of Aotaruo."

Regardless, it is now up to the League of Nations to decide whether or not Aotaruo will actually be admitted into the organisation.

国家新闻

The Imperial government of Michu expressed great sorrow for the events that have transpired in the last year of the Kangyong King’s reign, our hearts stand with the protestors slaughtered in Kana and all those injured in reform movements. We also understand the deep commitment of the Revolutionaries to create and influence change in their country, but request leniency for the captured agents of the old regime, especially ones that were passive and had only tangential relations with the regime, such as low level police officers and ministers. This is in line with both the Kingly Way, and the spirit of peaceful reunion between all sectors of Nanhan society. We would like to stress, that the present relationship with the Taiyang Pact, the bedrock of beneficial and prosperous relations between our two nations, shall not be altered in any way. To demonstrate our friendship, the Imperial government will continue to invest in Nanhan’s energy research facilities, as it had sworn to do before the revolution. The Imperial court has put the exiled monarch up in the Palace of Illustrious Redemption, where he is repenting for his actions and failures and will be reformed with time and discipline.

In other news, the Empire and the Taiyang Pact will be fitting some of the costs of Nanhan’s cyclone preparation to demonstrate our bond and solidarity, focusing our efforts on refugee areas and relief workers who have finished their own tasks in helping Guangbei. Additionally, the Tenth Princess, Chancellor Zhao Han and Minister for Foreign Affairs Zheng Xiaoyi will be visiting both Nanhan and Aotaruo for state visits, to develop our relations, and raise money for their cyclone prevention measures. The Tenth Princess was remarked to have said to some press agents

"It brings honour to the Yongsheng Ulanara Clan to help those in need, members of our family have a great responsibility to not only Michu, but to our friends in Taiyang and beyond. I have been studying the language hard, as requested, though I beg of those who passerby to forgive me if I make mistakes!"

The Tenth Princess is one of the more obscure members of the illusive Imperial Family, and is the sixteen years old, the youngest of the Imperial Family's Princesses.

After recent news came out about a typhoon approaching Nanhan, it appears the second part of the 2020 Hezrana Ocean typhoon season saga has arrived. Meteorologists at the Whangaotara Meteorological Centre detected a Category 2 tropical cyclone which had formed roughly 500 miles south-southwest of Nanhan which is projected to make landfall on the North Island of Aotaruo by 27 June, by then it is expected to expand into a Category 5 severe tropical cyclone. Schools across the Aokelan, Rakilan, Bay-a-Toi, and Waikato regions have already been shut down as a series of smaller tropical storms have already arrived in Aotaruo.

For our dear Vocaloid Talent, the evening was more than stormy. At around 6 PM, an unknown figure had broken into and entered his house, and though he initially assumed it to be a robber, it was soon clear that it was sent to kill him, and over the next hour, Hyun-Ki was forced to run and hide from his pursuer with the help of his neighbor, Nun Gyeonghye. Based on his reports, the figure has been determined to likely be capable of lockpicking and acrobatic feats, having opened his locked bedroom door and climbed onto Nun Gyeonghye's neighbor's roof during the evening. Thankfully, he was saved by a concerned fan, high schooler Chan-Mi Lee, who managed to resuscitate him before the arrival of the police.

"I was just walking near his house, when I just felt really odd, so then I checked his backyard because the gate was open, and that was when I saw his open balcony door," she said. "So, well, I figured that something had to be up, and when I got to Nun Gyeonghye's house, I saw her lying on the porch. It was terrifying, but I, like, had to go ahead. For him, you know? Thankfully, the door wasn't locked, and when I got in, I could see something dash into the bedroom, but I was way more worried about Dokkie, so I went into the restroom, and there he was. It was so, so scary, but I managed to wake him up by the time the police got there. If I had to do that again, I totally would. Dokkie means so much to me."

On the other hand, Hyun-Ki himself has remained rather calm since the incident. "I'm still a little shaken, but I'm alive, at least," he remarked. "You know, when I said yes to Gisara's offer to become a Talent last year, I never expected something like this to happen. I still don't understand why me, though. I'm not nearly as well-known as say, Darius Basho." Nonetheless, his Squeaker has been flooded with concerned fans, and he has received several gifts of concern from residents of Jae-Syu, including from Lee.

Currently, the police have found no trace of his assailant, who he described as "like a dancer, with two spiraling horns and a veil on its head." Consequently, he was unable to see its face, though some fringe theories suggest it was Völva Prophecy, one of the Four Prophets of Ezhara said to herald the end of an era.
We can only hope otherwise.

Aokelan and other regions on the North Island of Aotaruo have declared a state of emergency today as Cyclone Hana tears through the country, leaving many without power.

Just a few hours ago, Hana reached wind speeds of 230 kilometres per hour and ripped through the Aotaruo, the storm first hit the zone between the North and South islands, whipping up waves as tall as 9 metres. The storm has become the worst cyclone to hit the country in 60 years, destroying or damaging an estimated 1400 houses.

As Hana went north to Aokelan, it brought almost 30 centimetres of rainfall in places. Nearly 200 schools were shut, and Aotaruo’s airlines cancelled all flights to and from the capital, Whangaotara. Even though the deep low-pressure system moves away from Aotaruo early on Wednesday, the effects of Hana will last a few more days, with further rain likely about central Aotaruo until Thursday.

After many days of waiting, the Typhoon Ganlan has finally made landfall on the coast of Nanhan at a category 5 typhoon. The city of Kana was hit hard by the typhoon as well as the ancient city of Tangji just West of Kana and Weiya. The hurricane reached over 230 km/h when it made landfall early this morning. Many parts were flooded and the trees were uprooted. Part of the city of Tangji went into a blackout after the hurricane left the area heading towards Weiya.

Over 1300 houses were damaged. In some places, the rainfall almost reached higher than 30 cm. In the outskirt of Kana, some buildings were swept away due to the heavy rain. Almost 100 flights have to be canceled due to the typhoon. The typhoon only lasted a day but dealt with massive damage to the city and the surrounding areas. As the typhoon now has died, rescue efforts are now underway.

Blizzards across the lower South Island dumped heavy snow in Ōtautahi and Tāhuna, closing airports, cutting power, and creating treacherous road conditions across the island nation. Southern regions and higher elevations have reported as much as 30-60 cm (1-2 ft) in recent days.

The wintry blast is being described as a once-in-a-lifetime event, bringing snow to the capital city of Whangaotara and as far north as the Aokelan region for the first time since the 1970s.

In the city of Aokelan, Aokelanders last witnessed accumulating snow in 1939. The city also recorded its lowest daily high temperature since official records began there in 1961. On Monday, the temperature only rose to 8.2 C (47 F), breaking the previous record low maximum of 8.7 C set in July 1996. Average high/low temperatures for the city are about 59/45 F even during the second-coldest month of the year.