In 2018, a number of unprecedented natural disasters occurred worldwide, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives and costing about $155 Billion. Here are 10 of the deadliest and most destructive disasters on the Earth’s surface in the year. 10. Camp Wildfire, California Deaths: 88 From November 8 through 25, 2018, a series of large, destructive wildfires erupted … [Read more...] about 10 Deadliest Disasters on Earth’s Surface in 2018
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A 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Indonesia
On December 15, 2017, at midnight, a 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck southern Indonesia at 11:47 p.m. (local time). The United States Geological Survey said the epicenter occurred on Java, a densely populated island in Indonesia. USGS said the quake was measured at a depth of 91 kilometers (56 miles) and struck less than a kilometer east-southeast of the coastal town of … [Read more...] about A 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Indonesia
Wildfire Emissions Increased in Western United States
Wildfires across the western United States have increased in number and size over the past three decades. This trend may continue in response to climate warming. A study conducted by a research term from Pennsylvania State University projected that wildfire emissions in western America may increase by 19-101% (median: 56%) by the end of this century, compared to the baseline … [Read more...] about Wildfire Emissions Increased in Western United States
The Wildfire in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, Southern California Scorched 234,300 Acres
Since 5th December 2017, a horrific huge wildfire has been flaming and spreading over a mountain area located in Ventura and Santa Barbara countries, a coastal region northwest of Los Angeles, Southern California. According to media reports, it is the 5th largest wildfire in the State's history. The latest news reported by KABC indicated that the out-of-control blaze had … [Read more...] about The Wildfire in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, Southern California Scorched 234,300 Acres