As the grim task of recovering victims from the worst flooding in Mozambique's history continues the United Nations has issued a report stating that the final death toll could reach into the thousands. Meanwhile many western nations including the United States have received harsh criticism for their slow response to the disaster. Over 100 boats and 50 helicopters many from the U.S. are now working around the clock to help the estimated 1 million displaced victims. A rare but potent tornado ripped through the Natore district of Bangladesh this weekend destroying 3,000 homes. The tornado passed through seven small villages.
Tornadoes are rather infrequent events in Bangladesh.
For millions of U.S. residents spring has arrived early in the form of sunny skies and record warmth. Much of the country east of the Rocky mountains is now experiencing above average temperatures. The unusual warmth is expected to move eastward this week. Washington D.C. and New York City could see 70 degrees by Wednesday. Don't put away those winter coats quite yet.