Tag: Natural disasters
Stoking the Franklin Fire: Impact of Santa Ana Winds in Malibu
The Franklin Fire in Malibu, Calif., has rapidly grown to over 2,200 acres due to dry weather and intense Santa Ana winds. These winds...
California Coast Hit by Massive Magnitude 7 Earthquake
A massive magnitude 7 earthquake struck off the coast of northern California on Thursday, December 5. The U.S. Tsunami Warning System initially issued a...
Deadly Indonesia Landslides and Flash Floods: 27 Killed, Vehicles Trapped
At least 27 people have lost their lives due to the flash floods and landslides that struck the northern part of Indonesia's Sumatra island....
Extreme Weather Alert: ‘Bomb Cyclone’ and Atmospheric River to Hit U.S. West Coast
A major storm is brewing on the West Coast, bringing with it a "bomb cyclone" and an atmospheric river that will unleash heavy rain,...
Preparing for the West Coast Bomb Cyclone: What You Need to Know
A potential "bomb cyclone" is on its way to California and Oregon, bringing strong winds and heavy rains to the West Coast from Tuesday...
Impact of Melting Glaciers on Economy and Infrastructure
The impact of melting glaciers on the economy and infrastructure is becoming increasingly evident as the Earth's snow and ice regions continue to deteriorate....
Top 10 Deadliest Weather Events Fueled by Climate Change: Last 20 Years
Climate change has been identified as the primary cause of the ten deadliest weather events in the last two decades, resulting in the loss...
Impact of Climate Change on Insurance Rates: What You Need to Know
The recent devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton has raised concerns about the financial stability of state-run insurance plans and the increasing climate...
Hurricane Milton: Fastest-Forming Category 5 Storm – The New Normal?
Hurricane Milton recently struck Florida's west coast, causing widespread destruction and leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. The storm intensified rapidly, going...
Understanding the Impact of Hurricane Milton on Tornado Activity
Hurricane Milton made a significant impact on tornado activity as it ripped through Florida, surprising residents with more than 100 tornado warnings. According to...
No Region Is Safe: Hurricane Helene’s Devastation and Climate Change Impacts
Communities across the Southeast are facing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, one of the most destructive disasters in the country's history. The devastation spread...
The Impact of Hurricane Helene on Climate Resilient Areas
Hurricane Helene has shattered the idea that there are areas immune to climate change, as shown by the damage in Asheville, North Carolina, a...
Predicting Hurricane Growth: The Key to Accurate Storm Forecasting
Meteorologists are constantly on the lookout for signs that a storm could develop into a dangerous hurricane. By using new techniques and advanced technology,...
Exploring Earth’s Mysterious ‘Gates of Hell’ Locations
Our planet is full of beautiful and awe-inspiring geological features, but there are also those that evoke a sense of doom or foreboding. Throughout...
Why Earthquakes of the Same Magnitude Feel Different
When the 4.4-magnitude earthquake hit the Los Angeles area on Monday afternoon, residents reported feeling a prolonged quake with significant shaking. However, the magnitude...
Toxic Cloud: Volcano that Destroyed City 400 Years Ago Seen from Space
Nicaragua's Momotombo volcano, known for its recent eruption in February 2016, has been observed spewing toxic gas clouds for several years following the eruption....
Unlocking the Science Behind the Movie ‘Twister’ and Real-Life Tornadoes
Many people in the meteorological community have mixed feelings about the movie Twister, a 1996 blockbuster about tornado-chasing scientists. While the movie takes some...