Natural Disaster
The earth's wrath destroys everything in its stride. Usually it is at peace but once it unleashes its fury, its destructive, leading to a natural disaster. It is the impact of a natural hazard, like a flood, hurricane, volcano, earthquake. It also leads to a major effect on the environment. Read on to find out more.
What are Seismic Waves
Wanting to know what are seismic waves? Also, what is their source of occurrence and how many types are included under this same subject? Look below for the answers to these questions.
Worst Natural Disasters
Natural disasters not only affect the people in the area they destroy, but indirectly also affect mankind on the whole. We are going to have a look at the worst natural disasters ever to befall our planet Earth, and some important facts related to them too.
Permian-Triassic Extinction
Ever heard about the Permian extinction? Well, if you haven't heard it is time you know about this natural calamity that wiped out millions of species from the face of the earth. Let's know what the Permian Triassic is all about and when did it happened?
Natural Disasters 2010
There seems to be no end to the natural disasters. Do you know which were the major natural disasters, 2010 had in store for us? Here is a list of some of the major disasters that had hit the world this year.
Tropical Depression
You must have heard the word 'tropical depression' several times in the daily weather forecast, but do you actually know what it means? The following article will give you the details of tropical depression, with special emphasis on its formation and some lesser known facts.
Snow Storms Facts
If you are wondering how are snow storms formed or you want to know some interesting snow storms facts, you have landed on the right page! Read on to know more about snow storms.
What is Tropical Depression
A tropical depression is the initial stage of a bigger threat - the cyclone. People normally tend to get confused between what is tropical depression and what is a tropical storm. Read on to know more about tropical depression and how it is formed.
Flash Flood
Flash flood is a natural disaster that causes instant floods. Let's take a look at what causes a flash flood and what are the related safety measures.
List of Natural Disasters
Natural disasters such as hurricanes could be predicted. However, occurrence of an earthquake or a volcanic explosion surprises us. Here is a list of natural disasters.
Ice Storms - Winter Storms
What is a winter storm? How does an ice storm occur? What care should be taken if caught in a winter storm? Read on to find out.
Tornado Facts
Facts about the genesis and dynamics of tornados...
Earthquake Facts
Earthquakes, also called temblors, are perhaps the most dangerous of the natural calamities. Earthquakes can cause tremendous destruction not only in areas where they are centered but nearby areas as well. Here are some interesting facts about earthquakes.
U.S. Army Begins Relief Mission in Flooded Pakistan
The U.S. army has moved into Pakistan to help with relief efforts there, while flooding has thus far affected over 4 million people.
Flooding in Pakistan Spreading Throughout Country
Pakistan was hit by major flooding over the weekend and now the torrent of rain and destruction is continuing.
Earthquake in Italy Kills over 150 and Wounds Many More
An earthquake in L’Aquila, in central Italy, wrought havoc on Monday morning and well into the evening as many were killed and injured.
Tornado Destroys Mississippi Town
The small town of Magee, Mississippi was hit hard yesterday by a powerful tornado that destroyed many homes and businesses.
New Orleans Mayor: Don't Hurry Home Quite Yet
Louisiana residents are still nervous despite the fact that Hurricane Gustav didn't hit as hard as many expected it to.
FEMA Stages Fake News Briefing - Staff Pose as Reporters
In a strange twist on the southern California fire situation, FEMA held a live, televised news conference this week in which FEMA staff posed as reporters, asking no tough questions.
Federal Court Rules Against Katrina Homeowners in Appeal
A federal appeals court decided that insurance companies do not have to cover Katrina flood damages to Louisiana homeowners.
Louis Farrakahn Says Government Conspiracy Flooded New Orleans
Outspoken Islamic leader Louis Farrakhan has suggested that the American government might have blown a hole in the levee surrounding Lake Ponchartrain in New Orleans, in an attempt to flood poor black people out of the hurricane-ravaged city.
Pakistan Ceases Looking for Survivors, Braces for Winter
Rescue workers in Pakistan have abandoned the search for survivors of last week’s earthquake who may be trapped in the rubble, as heavy rains make further searching difficult and hopeless.
Wanting to know what are seismic waves? Also, what is their source of occurrence and how many types are included under this same subject? Look below for the answers to these questions.
Worst Natural Disasters
Natural disasters not only affect the people in the area they destroy, but indirectly also affect mankind on the whole. We are going to have a look at the worst natural disasters ever to befall our planet Earth, and some important facts related to them too.
Permian-Triassic Extinction
Ever heard about the Permian extinction? Well, if you haven't heard it is time you know about this natural calamity that wiped out millions of species from the face of the earth. Let's know what the Permian Triassic is all about and when did it happened?
Natural Disasters 2010
There seems to be no end to the natural disasters. Do you know which were the major natural disasters, 2010 had in store for us? Here is a list of some of the major disasters that had hit the world this year.
Tropical Depression
You must have heard the word 'tropical depression' several times in the daily weather forecast, but do you actually know what it means? The following article will give you the details of tropical depression, with special emphasis on its formation and some lesser known facts.
Snow Storms Facts
If you are wondering how are snow storms formed or you want to know some interesting snow storms facts, you have landed on the right page! Read on to know more about snow storms.
What is Tropical Depression
A tropical depression is the initial stage of a bigger threat - the cyclone. People normally tend to get confused between what is tropical depression and what is a tropical storm. Read on to know more about tropical depression and how it is formed.
Flash Flood
Flash flood is a natural disaster that causes instant floods. Let's take a look at what causes a flash flood and what are the related safety measures.
List of Natural Disasters
Natural disasters such as hurricanes could be predicted. However, occurrence of an earthquake or a volcanic explosion surprises us. Here is a list of natural disasters.
Ice Storms - Winter Storms
What is a winter storm? How does an ice storm occur? What care should be taken if caught in a winter storm? Read on to find out.
Tornado Facts
Facts about the genesis and dynamics of tornados...
Earthquake Facts
Earthquakes, also called temblors, are perhaps the most dangerous of the natural calamities. Earthquakes can cause tremendous destruction not only in areas where they are centered but nearby areas as well. Here are some interesting facts about earthquakes.
U.S. Army Begins Relief Mission in Flooded Pakistan
The U.S. army has moved into Pakistan to help with relief efforts there, while flooding has thus far affected over 4 million people.
Flooding in Pakistan Spreading Throughout Country
Pakistan was hit by major flooding over the weekend and now the torrent of rain and destruction is continuing.
Earthquake in Italy Kills over 150 and Wounds Many More
An earthquake in L’Aquila, in central Italy, wrought havoc on Monday morning and well into the evening as many were killed and injured.
Tornado Destroys Mississippi Town
The small town of Magee, Mississippi was hit hard yesterday by a powerful tornado that destroyed many homes and businesses.
New Orleans Mayor: Don't Hurry Home Quite Yet
Louisiana residents are still nervous despite the fact that Hurricane Gustav didn't hit as hard as many expected it to.
FEMA Stages Fake News Briefing - Staff Pose as Reporters
In a strange twist on the southern California fire situation, FEMA held a live, televised news conference this week in which FEMA staff posed as reporters, asking no tough questions.
Federal Court Rules Against Katrina Homeowners in Appeal
A federal appeals court decided that insurance companies do not have to cover Katrina flood damages to Louisiana homeowners.
Louis Farrakahn Says Government Conspiracy Flooded New Orleans
Outspoken Islamic leader Louis Farrakhan has suggested that the American government might have blown a hole in the levee surrounding Lake Ponchartrain in New Orleans, in an attempt to flood poor black people out of the hurricane-ravaged city.
Pakistan Ceases Looking for Survivors, Braces for Winter
Rescue workers in Pakistan have abandoned the search for survivors of last week’s earthquake who may be trapped in the rubble, as heavy rains make further searching difficult and hopeless.