Natural Disasters
“He Never Left The Hand Of His Daughter Who Died In The Earthquake”
More than 20,000 people are now known to have been killed in the earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria, making it one of the deadliest disasters in a decade.
Photos From Cities Across California Show The Damage And Debris From The Ongoing Storms
Two storm-related fatalities have been reported since Wednesday, including a 19-year-old woman and a toddler.
The Extreme Winter Storm Has Killed 25 People In Buffalo, New York
Causes of the storm-related deaths included exposure, heart attacks, and car crashes.
At Least 85 People Were Killed In Hurricane Ian, And The Death Toll Could Rise
Nearly 600,000 people in Florida are without power as of Monday afternoon.
The Hurricane Shark Is Real
After a decade of hoaxes, a shark has been spotted in the streets of Fort Myers, Florida, during Hurricane Ian.
Hurricane Ian: Images Of The Storm's Devastation
Hurricane Ian tore through parts of Florida, yielding historic levels of damage.
Florida Residents Are Trapped In Their Homes As Officials Warn Of "A 500-Year Flood Event" From Hurricane Ian
Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm as it travels north but is expected to regain hurricane intensity as it makes landfall in South Carolina.
Hurricane Ian Has Made Landfall In Southwestern Florida
Sustained winds have been recorded near 150 mph, just short of the Category 5 threshold.
Puerto Ricans Are Still Struggling After Hurricane Fiona And Fear They’ll Once Again Be Treated Like Second-Class Citizens
“You kind of feel helpless — it’s really just honestly a knot-twisting, indescribable feeling. You just have to sit there and wait.”
More Than 2 Million People In Florida Are Ordered To Evacuate As Hurricane Ian Gets Closer
"It's not going to be a minor thing in Florida. We don't want to overhype it, but at the same time, it is going to be a very intense system."
Two Women Were Killed In The Mill Fire In Northern California
The ongoing drought and a heatwave this week have put much of California at risk for fires.
Horrifying Photos And Videos Capture The Utter Devastation Of Pakistan’s “Monster Monsoon” Floods That Have Already Killed Nearly 1,000 People
"Pakistan is living through a serious climate catastrophe, one of the hardest in the decade."
A Couple's Four Young Children Died In The Kentucky Floods
The children, ages 8, 6, 4, and 2, were killed after being swept away from their parents' grip in the deadly floods that devastated Kentucky.
What Is It Like To Live Through A Tornado, An Earthquake, Or A Volcanic Eruption?
I cannot imagine how terrifying these all are.
These Photos Of Haiti Show The Pain And Turmoil From Back-To-Back Natural Disasters
Days after a magnitude 7.2 tremor killed more than 1,400 people, bodies still lie in the streets as officials grapple with the chaos and poor weather.
I'm Still Thinking About This Book About The Worst Earthquake In US History A Year After Reading It
Jon Mooallem’s This Is Chance! tells the story of the worst earthquake in US history, but its themes of community are universal.
The US Was Hit With A Record Number of Billion-Dollar Natural Disasters In 2020
“We’re running out of adjectives trying to describe these extreme events,” a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration official said.
The Midwest Is Preparing To Get Hit With Major Floods During The Coronavirus Outbreak
“We’re just praying every day we don’t end up in a state of anarchy,” one mayor said.
These Photos Show The Destruction Of Typhoon Hagibis In Japan
Estimated to be Japan's largest storm in decades, Typhoon Hagibis slammed the country with torrential rain and heavy winds.
Trump’s Grudge Against Puerto Rico Is Blocking Needed Disaster Aid Across The US
Congress has failed to reach a deal to provide recovery funds for Puerto Rico and several states, due in large part to Trump’s opposition. Now, Congress is taking a two-week break.
At Least 429 People Were Killed And More Than 1,400 Others Injured After A Tsunami Struck Indonesia
Indonesian officials said the tsunami may have been caused by underwater landslides.
People Have Been Buried In Mass Graves In The Aftermath Of The Indonesia Tsunami That Killed Over 800
The 10-foot tsunami was triggered by a magnitude 7.5 earthquake and destroyed buildings in at least two cities on the island of Sulawesi.
2017 Was A Record-High Year For Billion-Dollar US Disasters
Last year marked the costliest US wildfire and hurricane seasons on record.
A Government Watchdog Is Investigating Whether Toxic Waste Sites Are Prepared For Big Storms
In response to a request from Senate Democrats, the Government Accountability Office has agreed to investigate whether Superfund sites are prepared for rising seas and extreme weather.
Natural Disasters Are Tech's Big Chance To Save The World — And The Ultimate Product Demo
Mark Zuckerberg is just one of many Silicon Valley CEOs whose offers to help with disaster relief have also been opportunities to showcase their tech products.
Conservatives Are Tired Of Throwing Money At “Predictable” Natural Disasters
“You can't just throw money at a problem.”
What Kind Of Natural Disaster Are You?
It's time to find out whether you're an earthquake, a hurricane, or maybe even a tsunami.
Landslide In China Leaves At Least 40 People Missing
The tragedy occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when an estimated 1 million cubic meters of dirt and debris came tumbling down on the living quarters of a mining company in Shaanxi province, in the country's northwest region.
Monsoon Rains In India And Myanmar Leave Hundreds Dead And Thousands Homeless
On Tuesday, a building collapsed in the Indian city of Mumbai after days of heavy rains -- 12 people were killed. In the wake of the heavy floods that have beset Myanmar in the past few days, the country's president, Thein Sein, declared several regions disaster zones.
Over 19 Million People Were Displaced By Natural Disasters In 2014
The study by the Norwegian Refugee Council said 19.3 million people were displaced in 2014 by natural disasters, the majority of which were in India, China, and the Philippines.
Almost 1 Million People Evacuated In China As Powerful Typhoon Makes Landfall
Gusts of 125 miles per hour have also prompted authorities to cancel hundreds of flights. Typhoon Chan-Hom has already been deemed the most powerful typhoon to reach China since Communist rule began in 1949.
Heatwave In Pakistan Kills At Least 800
The prime-minister, Nawaz Sharif, called for emergency measures after temperatures in the country's largest city, Karachi, reached 112.64 degrees Fahrenheit.
Man Killed By Escaped Tiger In The Republic Of Georgia Days After Flash Floods
On Sunday, a menagerie of wild animals escaped the local zoo following devastating floods that brought the capital, Tbilisi, to a standstill. At least 16 people have been reported dead so far while an estimated five are still missing.
Zoo Animals In Republic Of Georgia On The Loose After Floods
The wild animals -- which included tigers, bears, and hippos -- were wandering the streets of the capital, Tbilisi, on Sunday, following floods that have killed at least 10 people.
Earthquake In Malaysia Kills 13, Six Others Missing
Saturday's magnitude-6.0 quake caused the most damage in the country's highest peak, Mount Kinabalu, where huge rocks came tumbling down, leaving many people stranded.
NASA Prototype Hunts For Heartbeats Amid Nepal Devastation
FINDER, a new microwave radar device, helped save four lives in Nepal after the earthquake hit in late April. The machine can detect human heartbeats through 30 feet of rubble.
Wildfires In Siberia Kill At Least 23 People
Authorities have blamed the fires on human carelessness combined with warm temperatures and strong winds.
Forest Fire Threatens Cities In Chile
Chilean authorities declare a state of emergency, as a raging forest fire nears the port cities of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar.
Natural Disasters Displaced Nearly 22 Million People In 2013
The majority were in Asia.
More Than 6,000 People Reportedly Displaced By Floods In Sudan
Throughout Ramadan thousands of people have lost their homes and possessions to floods.
5 Other Natural Disasters That Happened This Week
Hurricane Sandy is stealing the spotlight. But Mother Nature has been exceptionally volatile this week.
Recovering From Disaster
Media always document the before and after of natural disasters, cities wasted by the fierce nature of the weather, but what about the recovery that follows? These photos capture the amazing (and sometimes long) process of rebuilding and restoring life around the world.
