Marshall Islands flooded, 600 people evacuated

25 December 2008, 8:33 pm

The Marshall Islands are in a state of emergency after severe flooding forced more than 600 people from their homes.The Marshall Islands Journal reports that a combination of 5-foot waves and heavy storms swamped the cities of Majuro and Ebeye, destroying plywood homes and sending residents into churches, high schools and youth centers.About 1 1/2 feet of water submerged parts of the South Pacific islands, and the streets are covered with rocks, coral and debris.The state of emergency was declared Christmas Eve, after flooding that occurred from Dec. 9 to Dec. 15.... Read More »

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