Category: Disasters and Emergencies

What We Know About the Earthquake in Colombia

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The 7.4-magnitude quake, which killed more than 100 people and damaged hundreds of buildings, was the strongest recorded in Colombia in a decade.
Spokane Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Buildings as Thousands Evacuate

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Firefighters were hopeful that weather conditions in Washington state could improve their efforts, but worried that fire might spread to a canyon, where it could expand rapidly.
In Colorado, the Long Aftermath of a Fire Feels Political

The New York Times – Business:
When the Trump administration rejected a request for federal assistance to a fire-ravaged part of western Colorado, residents debated which political party was to blame.
Strait of Hormuz May Not Return to Normal, Whether It’s Open or Closed

The New York Times – Business:
The energy industry is planning for a future where the choke point on Iran’s southern coast is a lot less important.
The New Wild Card on Travelers’ Itineraries: Uncertainty

Politics, military action and climate change have increased risk for destinations that once seemed like sure bets, forcing travelers to change how they plan.
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Firefighters were struggling to bring the blaze under control in a densely populated complex in the city’s northern Tai Po district hours after it started.
Hydropower Is Getting Less Reliable as the World Needs More Energy

Demand for power is growing fast, but hydro plants, the oldest source of clean energy, are struggling because of droughts, floods and other extreme weather linked to climate change.
The Prada Guide to Dressing for Doomsday

Bras, bloomers and fancy frocks were all in the mix. But it’s not about the items; it’s about the approach.
Mount Etna Erupts in Sicily, Sending Hikers Scrambling for Cover

Videos circulating on social media showed visitors rushing to descend the mountain as volcanic plumes rose overhead.
The U.S. Under Trump: Alone in Its Climate Denial

The administration is not only allowing more greenhouse gases. It is undermining the nation’s ability to understand and respond to a hotter planet.
How the State Department’s Travel Advisory System Works

The U.S. assigns safety rankings to many countries, giving guidance to Americans considering trips abroad. Here is how that information is compiled and updated.
How the U.S. State Department’s Travel Advisory System Works

The U.S. assigns safety rankings to many countries, giving guidance to Americans considering trips abroad. Here is how that information is compiled and updated.