Hurricane Milton, expected to be one of the most destructive Atlantic storms in recent years, is currently traveling across the Gulf of Mexico and is set to make landfall tonight (Wednesday, October 9) on the west coast of Florida around Tampa and Sarasota. As of Wednesday morning, Hurricane Milton has returned to being classed as a Category 5 storm, with maximum sustained … [Read more...] about Hurricane Milton Doubling In Size, Set To Be One Of The Most Destructive Atlantic Storms
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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into a Category 4 storm in the Atlantic
Hurricane Kirk, a Category 4 powerhouse, is making its presence felt in the Atlantic Ocean. As the storm continues to gain strength, waves generated by its fury are expected to cause significant disruptions along the U.S. East Coast, Bermuda, the Greater Antilles, and the Bahamas. Life-threatening surf and rip currents are forecast to impact these coastal regions, prompting … [Read more...] about Hurricane Kirk strengthens into a Category 4 storm in the Atlantic
Scientists sound alarm as growing threat looms over coastal states: ‘We are preparing for the wrong disaster’
Scientists are issuing a clarion call regarding the imminent peril posed by escalating sea levels driven by the ever-fluctuating climate. What's unfolding? An exhaustive investigation by The Washington Post has brought to light that coastal communities spanning eight states in the U.S. are confronting "one of the most rapid sea level surges on Earth." According to … [Read more...] about Scientists sound alarm as growing threat looms over coastal states: ‘We are preparing for the wrong disaster’
A plant that’s everywhere is fueling a growing risk of wildfire disaster
A plant that’s everywhere is fueling a growing risk of wildfire disaster. A ubiquitous, resilient, and seemingly harmless plant is propelling an increase in large, fast-moving, and destructive wildfires in the United States. Grass is as plentiful as sunshine, and under the right weather conditions, it behaves like gasoline for wildfires: All it takes is a spark for it to … [Read more...] about A plant that’s everywhere is fueling a growing risk of wildfire disaster
The Devastating Impact of Typhoon Jebi on Japan: A Look Back at the 2018 Disaster
On September 4, 2018, Japan was hit by the strongest typhoon to make landfall in a quarter of a century. Typhoon Jebi brought strong winds, heavy rain, and powerful storm surges that caused widespread flooding and damage to buildings and infrastructure. One of the most impressive images to emerge from the storm was taken in the fishing harbor of Aki, Kochi prefecture. The … [Read more...] about The Devastating Impact of Typhoon Jebi on Japan: A Look Back at the 2018 Disaster