Disasters Archives - Page 3 of 39

Mar182025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Tornadoes Rip Through Midwest Southeast Killing 33 Leaving Trail of Destruction

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Tornadoes tore through the U.S. Midwest and Southeast, leaving at least 33 dead and entire communities in ruins. Missouri and Mississippi were among the worst-hit states with widespread devastation reported across multiple counties. Missouri authorities confirmed 12 fatalities across five counties. Butler County’s emergency management director, Robbie Myers, described the destruction of more than 500 homes church, and a grocery store. A mobile home park was completely leveled. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves reported six deaths in the state one in Covington County two in Jeff Davis County and three in Walthall County. At least 29 people were injured, with damage recorded in 21 counties. Arkansas also faced severe impacts with three deaths and 32 injuries confirmed by the state’s ...

Mar172025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Small Quakes Big Shakes Mexico City Faces Unexpected Seismic Threat

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recent study has revealed that a series of small, shallow earthquakes in Mexico City in 2019 and 2023 caused unexpectedly strong ground shaking, raising concerns about the impact of future moderate-sized quakes on the city's buildings. The findings, published in the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America, suggest that even moderate tremors could cause significant damage, depending on the region’s underlying geology. Researchers Miguel Jaimes and Gerardo Suárez from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México analyzed potential damage scenarios for three key areas within the Mexico City basin, modeling earthquakes up to magnitude 5.5. Their simulations were based on past seismic events, including a 2023 quake in La Magdalena Contreras, the 2018 San Juan de Aragón earthquake, and ea...

Mar152025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Small Mexico City Earthquakes Reveal Big Risks for Buildings

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A recent swarm of small, shallow earthquakes in Mexico City has raised new concerns about how moderate earthquakes might impact the city buildings. Researchers found that even relatively weak earthquakes produced surprisingly strong ground shaking prompting them to explore potential damage in future scenarios. In a study published in the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America Miguel Jaimes and Gerardo Suárez from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México modeled the expected damage from moderate earthquakes in three key regions of the Mexico City basin. Their scenarios were based on past earthquakes including a 2023 event in La Magdalena Contreras the 2018 San Juan de Aragón earthquake and the 1995 Milpa Alta and 1985 Juchitepec earthquakes. Their findings highlight the criti...

Mar152025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Study Warns of Unexpectedly Strong Shaking from Moderate Earthquakes in Mexico City

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A new study has revealed that moderate earthquakes in Mexico City could cause significant damage to buildings, depending on the region’s underlying geology. The findings, published in the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America by Miguel Jaimes and Gerardo Suárez of Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, highlight the risks posed by local seismic activity beyond the well-known large subduction earthquakes. Mexico City has recently experienced swarms of small, shallow earthquakes, particularly in 2019 and 2023, which generated unexpectedly strong ground shaking. These events prompted researchers to investigate how shaking from a moderate earthquake with a magnitude up to 5.5 might impact buildings across different parts of the city. Geology MattersDamage Varies by Region ...

Mar132025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Marine Heatwaves Surge 240% in Two Years, Triggering Global Disruptions

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A new study has revealed a 240% increase in marine heatwave (MHW) days worldwide during the 2023-24 summers, marking an unprecedented rise in ocean temperatures due to climate change, El Niño, and record-low cloud cover. The research, published in Nature Climate Change, shows that 10% of the world's oceans recorded their highest-ever sea surface temperatures (SSTs), reaching levels four times above historical averages. Extreme Weather and Oceanic Disruptions The prolonged marine heatwaves had far-reaching effects, influencing global weather patterns and triggering severe storms, flooding, and cyclones: Heatwaves struck the UK, North America, and Japan Severe flooding hit Ecuador, Libya, Japan, and Australia The Atlantic hurricane season saw near-record storms MHWs in...

Mar102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Rising Climate Driven Wildfires to Reshape Greenhouse Gas Emissions Accounting

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Wildfires fueled by climate change are becoming a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, forcing scientists and policymakers to rethink how these emissions are accounted for in global inventories. Minal Pathak, an associate professor at the Global Centre for Environment and Energy at Ahmedabad University and a contributing author of the United Nations Emissions Gap Report, discusses the challenges of including wildfire emissions in global emission estimates and the broader implications for climate policy. The recent wildfires in California have once again underscored the devastating effects of climate-induced disasters. The Palisades and Eaton fires, which ignited on January 7, 2025, burned over 23,000 and 14,000 acres, respectively. By January 23, the California Dep...

Mar82025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Cyclone Alfred Forces Mass 1000 House Evacuations in Brisbane Australia

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Thousands of residents in eastern Australia have been ordered to evacuate as Tropical Cyclone Alfred moves closer to the coast. The powerful storm has already brought heavy rainfall strong winds, and massive waves cutting off power to thousands of homes and shutting down major airports. Authorities have warned that the cyclone could bring prolonged rainfall, leading to severe flooding. The storm is expected to make landfall as a Category 2 cyclone north of Brisbane, Australia third-largest city. Queensland Premier David Crisafulli urged residents to have an evacuation plan, emphasizing that evacuation centers should be a last resort. Wind speeds exceeding 100 kph (62 mph) have already battered Queensland and New South Wales, with over 80,000 homes losing electricity. Brisbane Airport...

Mar62025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Avalanche Strikes Sonamarg, No Casualties Reported

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An avalanche hit Jammu and Kashmir’s Sonamarg tourist resort on Wednesday, officials confirmed. The incident occurred in Sarbal village, the last inhabited area in the Kashmir Valley. While no casualties or damage have been reported, the avalanche triggered panic among residents. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and precautionary measures are being taken to ensure the safety of locals and tourists. From News Desk

Mar62025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Cyclone Alfred Threatens Southeast Queensland 2.5 million people

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Tropical Cyclone Alfred is set to strike densely populated regions of southeast Queensland and northeast New South Wales with Brisbane among the areas in its direct path. The Queensland capital home to over 2.5 million people faces a significant threat from storm surges and flooding as the cyclone nears. Brisbane City Council has warned that nearly 20,000 properties could be affected, urging residents to consider relocating before the cyclone makes landfall. The peak flooding and storm surges are expected to begin Thursday, with the cyclone forecast to cross the coast early Friday morning. New flood modeling, based on the latest Bureau of Meteorology forecasts, indicates that affected properties could experience anything from minor yard inundation to severe flooding inside homes. Whi...

Mar42025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Cyclone Alfred Set to Strike Southeast Queensland After landfall

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Southeast Queensland is bracing for the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, expected to make landfall late Thursday as a Category 2 storm. This marks the first cyclone to hit so far south in half a century, since ex-Tropical Cyclone Zoe in 1974. Cyclone Alfred, which initially formed over the Coral Sea nine days ago, intensified to a severe Category 4 storm before weakening as it moved into cooler waters. However, it has now regained strength and changed direction, making a direct approach toward Queensland’s heavily populated coastal areas. With wind gusts reaching up to 164 km/h, the cyclone is expected to cause damage to homes, trees, power lines, and beachside infrastructure along the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. Authorities have issued a flood watch for regions from Maryborough...