The Tectonics Behind the Myanmar Quake
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A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday afternoon local time near the country’s second-largest city, Mandalay. The quake caused extensive damage across Myanmar and also toppled a skyscraper under construction in Bangkok, Thailand, more than 600 miles away. After the quake, the Myanmar military junta declared a state of emergency in six regions and confirmed more than 100 people killed and many hundreds injured, while Thai officials reported at least seven deaths and scores of people missing.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday afternoon local time near the country’s second-largest city, Mandalay. The quake caused extensive damage across Myanmar and also toppled a skyscraper under construction in Bangkok, Thailand, more than 600 miles away. After the quake, the Myanmar military junta declared a state of emergency in six regions and confirmed more than 100 people killed and many hundreds injured, while Thai officials reported at least seven deaths and scores of people missing.
7.7M Violent Burma Earthquake
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7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Southeast Asia, affecting Myanmar and Thailand
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Experts in Japan urge preparations for major eruption of Mt. Fuji
(nhk.or.jp)
A government-appointed panel in Japan has come up with measures on what to do if Mount Fuji erupts on a massive scale and spews large amounts of ash.
A government-appointed panel in Japan has come up with measures on what to do if Mount Fuji erupts on a massive scale and spews large amounts of ash.
1700 Cascadia Earthquake
(wikipedia.org)
The 1700 Cascadia earthquake occurred along the Cascadia subduction zone on January 26, 1700, with an estimated moment magnitude of 8.7–9.2.
The 1700 Cascadia earthquake occurred along the Cascadia subduction zone on January 26, 1700, with an estimated moment magnitude of 8.7–9.2.
Doge is courting catastrophic risk
(theatlantic.com)
On December 26, 2004, the geological plates beneath Sumatra unleashed the third-most-powerful earthquake ever recorded.
On December 26, 2004, the geological plates beneath Sumatra unleashed the third-most-powerful earthquake ever recorded.
SC governor declares state of emergency as wildfires prompt mass evacuations
(nbcnews.com)
A mass of wildfires burning across South Carolina prompted Gov. Henry McMaster to declare a state of emergency Sunday, as firefighters battled a series of blazes that have already consumed approximately 1,200 acres and impacted another 3,000.
A mass of wildfires burning across South Carolina prompted Gov. Henry McMaster to declare a state of emergency Sunday, as firefighters battled a series of blazes that have already consumed approximately 1,200 acres and impacted another 3,000.
19M people left without electricity after entire country hit by blackout
(metro.co.uk)
Approximately 19 million people are thought to be without electricity after Chile has been engulfed by a nationwide power blackout.
Approximately 19 million people are thought to be without electricity after Chile has been engulfed by a nationwide power blackout.
Brazilian city in Amazon declares emergency after sinkholes appear
(theguardian.com)
Authorities in a city in the Brazilian Amazon have declared a state of emergency after huge sinkholes opened up, threatening hundreds of homes.
Authorities in a city in the Brazilian Amazon have declared a state of emergency after huge sinkholes opened up, threatening hundreds of homes.
A coastal California community is sliding 4 inches a week toward the ocean
(sfgate.com)
Residents in scenic communities along the coast of Southern California have known for years that the Palos Verdes Peninsula is prone to landslides, but new research from NASA reveals a startling speed at which the Los Angeles subregion is shifting into the sea.
Residents in scenic communities along the coast of Southern California have known for years that the Palos Verdes Peninsula is prone to landslides, but new research from NASA reveals a startling speed at which the Los Angeles subregion is shifting into the sea.
Why Can't We Predict Earthquakes?
(cacm.acm.org)
Earthquakes are among the deadliest natural disasters that strike human societies.
Earthquakes are among the deadliest natural disasters that strike human societies.
Reservoir was built to save Pacific Palisades. It was empty when the flames came
(latimes.com)
After flames leveled nearly 500 homes in Bel-Air and Brentwood in 1961, Los Angeles had a reckoning over firefighting.
After flames leveled nearly 500 homes in Bel-Air and Brentwood in 1961, Los Angeles had a reckoning over firefighting.
New Fire Explodes North of Los Angeles, Forcing Evacuations
(nytimes.com)
A new brush fire rapidly exploded on Wednesday north of Los Angeles, bringing new terror to Southern California more than two weeks after wildfires first tore through the region.
A new brush fire rapidly exploded on Wednesday north of Los Angeles, bringing new terror to Southern California more than two weeks after wildfires first tore through the region.
3,600-Foot-Tall Undersea Volcano Expected to Blow This Year but Nobody's Worried
(cowboystatedaily.com)
Nearly 300 miles off the coast of Oregon, a massive volcano is showing signs of an imminent eruption. The 3,600-foot-tall, 1.24-mile-wide Axial Seamount is swelling and rumbling at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean.
Nearly 300 miles off the coast of Oregon, a massive volcano is showing signs of an imminent eruption. The 3,600-foot-tall, 1.24-mile-wide Axial Seamount is swelling and rumbling at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean.
After the Fires
(profgalloway.com)
My hometown of Los Angeles is experiencing wildfires that have torched a surface area greater than Boston or San Francisco. Students at UCLA, my alma mater, were warned to prepare for an evacuation order that, thankfully, didn’t come. Friends lost homes, others don’t know if their houses are still standing, or they’re contemplating moving back to what feels like a blast zone. At least 12,000 structures have been destroyed.
My hometown of Los Angeles is experiencing wildfires that have torched a surface area greater than Boston or San Francisco. Students at UCLA, my alma mater, were warned to prepare for an evacuation order that, thankfully, didn’t come. Friends lost homes, others don’t know if their houses are still standing, or they’re contemplating moving back to what feels like a blast zone. At least 12,000 structures have been destroyed.
The Floods This Time: In the Mediterranean, Climate Change Is Already Here
(nytimes.com)
Short, heavy rainfall is typical of the Mediterranean, but like many of the climate extremes in recent years, including the current fires in Los Angeles, nothing is typical about what has been happening there recently.
Short, heavy rainfall is typical of the Mediterranean, but like many of the climate extremes in recent years, including the current fires in Los Angeles, nothing is typical about what has been happening there recently.
The Invisible Tsunami Kids
(robertvanwey.substack.com)
When major natural catastrophes occur, the oft forgotten victims are the children.
When major natural catastrophes occur, the oft forgotten victims are the children.
The deadliest tsunami set off work to be ready for the next big wave
(nytimes.com)
The Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, one of the deadliest events in recorded history, was an enigma to many survivors.
The Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, one of the deadliest events in recorded history, was an enigma to many survivors.
Natural Disasters Expected to Cost Insurers $135B in 2024
(bloomberg.com)
Global insurers are expected to pay more than $135 billion for natural catastrophes in 2024, according to a report by the Swiss Re Institute.
Global insurers are expected to pay more than $135 billion for natural catastrophes in 2024, according to a report by the Swiss Re Institute.
Tsunami warning canceled after 7.0 earthquake shakes California, Oregon
(accuweather.com)
People along the coast of California and Oregon rushed to higher ground after a tsunami warning was issued on Thursday morning following a powerful earthquake just off the West Coast of the United States.
People along the coast of California and Oregon rushed to higher ground after a tsunami warning was issued on Thursday morning following a powerful earthquake just off the West Coast of the United States.
How dangerous is Africa's explosive Lake Kivu?
(nature.com)
An unusual lake in central Africa could one day release a vast cloud of greenhouse gases that suffocates millions of people. But it’s not clear whether the threat is getting worse.
An unusual lake in central Africa could one day release a vast cloud of greenhouse gases that suffocates millions of people. But it’s not clear whether the threat is getting worse.