Category: Natural Disasters
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Taiwan Hit by Deadly 7.2 Magnitude Earthquake, Sparking Tsunami Warnings
A powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Wednesday, marking the strongest tremor to hit the island in over 25 years.
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Rumbling Fury: Iceland’s Volcano Erupts Thrice, Unleashing Lava and Chaos
In the tranquil corridors of Iceland’s celebrated Reykjanes peninsula, a rumble of discontent reverberates anew: a volcano, for the third time since December, has unleashed its fiery wrath, painting the skies with molten hues and disrupting life across the region. This recent eruption, heralded by intense seismic activity in the early hours of Thursday, marks…
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“Battle against time”; Japan Grapples with Devastation as Earthquake Claims 48 Lives
A powerful earthquake struck Japan on New Year’s Day, claiming at least 48 lives and causing widespread devastation. The quake, with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6, triggered tsunami waves along Japan’s western seaboard, leading to numerous challenges for rescue teams and authorities. The immediate impact of the earthquake was significant, prompting residents in coastal areas…
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Death Toll Rises to Six in Southern Philippines Earthquake
The aftermath of a magnitude 6.7 earthquake that struck the southern Philippines on Friday has resulted in a death toll of six, with authorities still searching for two missing individuals, according to local disaster officials.
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Iceland’s Tremors: Unraveling the Earth’s Secrets on the Reykjanes Peninsula
The Reykjanes peninsula in Iceland is experiencing a seismic episode, marked by hundreds of earthquakes, signaling a potential volcanic eruption—the fourth since 2021. As tectonic forces reshape the region, experts are closely monitoring the situation, anticipating potential threats, including toxic air and localized explosions, and considering preemptive evacuations in vulnerable areas like Grindavik.
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Iceland Declares State of Emergency as Volcano Threatens Coastal Town
Iceland is on high alert as a state of emergency has been declared, prompting the evacuation of over 3000 residents from the coastal town of Grindavík. The country is anticipating the eruption of a volcano in its south-western peninsula, with scientists from Iceland’s Met Office detecting signs that magma is moving closer to the surface.…
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Cyclone Mal Threatens Fiji: Tourism Industry and Residents Prepare for Impact
Fiji is on high alert as Cyclone Mal, set to escalate to a category three storm, approaches the country’s western provinces. The main tourist hubs, including Nadi and Suva, are bracing for destructive winds overnight.
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India and Pakistan choked by heavy smog
Toxic grey smog has enveloped parts of Pakistan and India, leading to the closure of schools and outdoor activities due to severe health concerns.
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Devastation and Struggles in Acapulco After Hurricane Otis Hits Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Structural harm inflicted by Hurricane Otis on waterfront structures in Acapulco, situated in Guerrero state.