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.
Feds spend $2.1M per homeowner in bailout of one of LA's richest burbs
(latimes.com)
The federal government plans to give Rancho Palos Verdes $42 million to finance buyouts for the homeowners hardest hit by the ongoing landslides in the Portuguese Bend area, with the properties eventually converted into lower-risk open space.
The federal government plans to give Rancho Palos Verdes $42 million to finance buyouts for the homeowners hardest hit by the ongoing landslides in the Portuguese Bend area, with the properties eventually converted into lower-risk open space.
At least 62 killed in flooding in Spain
(elpais.com)
At least 70 people are reported to have died as a result of flooding in Spain, which mainly affected the province of Valencia, according to the Integrated Operational Coordination Center of the Ministry of Interior, which compiles information from various security and emergency agencies.
At least 70 people are reported to have died as a result of flooding in Spain, which mainly affected the province of Valencia, according to the Integrated Operational Coordination Center of the Ministry of Interior, which compiles information from various security and emergency agencies.
Dead bodies found after torrential rain brings flash flooding to Spain
(theguardian.com)
Several dead bodies have been recovered by emergency workers after torrential rain caused flash floods in southern and eastern Spain, shutting roads and high-speed train connections.
Several dead bodies have been recovered by emergency workers after torrential rain caused flash floods in southern and eastern Spain, shutting roads and high-speed train connections.
The Rip in the World
(longreads.com)
An unquiet bowl of orange rock-soup, filmed from above by a drone, played continuously on the sole television screen in the lobby. Standing in line with our luggage, we took in the boisterous sloshing of the lava, our wide eyes tracking each plume of gas against the soggy North Atlantic sky. It was a vision almost too dramatic to believe.
An unquiet bowl of orange rock-soup, filmed from above by a drone, played continuously on the sole television screen in the lobby. Standing in line with our luggage, we took in the boisterous sloshing of the lava, our wide eyes tracking each plume of gas against the soggy North Atlantic sky. It was a vision almost too dramatic to believe.
Scientists are mapping landslide risk in Alaska
(nytimes.com)
Deadly landslides are increasing around the world. But in parts of Alaska, maps of the hazards remain controversial.
Deadly landslides are increasing around the world. But in parts of Alaska, maps of the hazards remain controversial.
Russia amplified hurricane disinformation to drive Americans apart
(abc7chicago.com)
Russia has helped amplify and spread false and misleading internet claims about recent hurricanes in the United States and the federal government's response, part of a wider effort by the Kremlin to manipulate America's political discourse before the presidential election, new research shows.
Russia has helped amplify and spread false and misleading internet claims about recent hurricanes in the United States and the federal government's response, part of a wider effort by the Kremlin to manipulate America's political discourse before the presidential election, new research shows.
After the Deluge: Appalachia's "Climate Haven" Myth Unravels
(salvationsouth.com)
When Hurricane Helene roared across Appalachia on September 27, it pummeled a region that academics and journalists in recent years had labeled a “climate change haven.”
When Hurricane Helene roared across Appalachia on September 27, it pummeled a region that academics and journalists in recent years had labeled a “climate change haven.”
What if you can't afford to flee a hurricane?
(vox.com)
Even when a life-threatening hurricane is headed your way, there are many reasons why you might stay put. You might have dependent family members who can’t leave due to disabilities or other health-related reasons; you might not have reliable transportation to get to a safer area, and what’s more, no gas to get there. Sometimes, you simply refuse to leave your home and everything you own behind.
Even when a life-threatening hurricane is headed your way, there are many reasons why you might stay put. You might have dependent family members who can’t leave due to disabilities or other health-related reasons; you might not have reliable transportation to get to a safer area, and what’s more, no gas to get there. Sometimes, you simply refuse to leave your home and everything you own behind.
How the 'Waffle House Index' Shows the Impact of Hurricane Milton
(investopedia.com)
It takes a lot for a Waffle House to close. If the "Waffle House Index" is flashing red ahead of an impending storm, you might want to think twice about staying put.
It takes a lot for a Waffle House to close. If the "Waffle House Index" is flashing red ahead of an impending storm, you might want to think twice about staying put.
Climate change makes hurricanes more destructive
(edf.org)
As our climate warms, we’re experiencing stronger winds, higher storm surges and record rainfalls during hurricane season — which is also why these storms are becoming more destructive and costly.
As our climate warms, we’re experiencing stronger winds, higher storm surges and record rainfalls during hurricane season — which is also why these storms are becoming more destructive and costly.
Through Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Amateur Radio Triumphs When All Else Fails
(wired.com)
While some residents in hurricane-impacted areas can’t send texts or make calls, amateur radio enthusiasts are helping communicate requests for help and messages between loved ones.
While some residents in hurricane-impacted areas can’t send texts or make calls, amateur radio enthusiasts are helping communicate requests for help and messages between loved ones.
Hurricane Milton explodes into a powerful Cat 5 storm as it heads for Florida
(theconversation.com)
Hurricane Milton went from barely hurricane strength to a dangerous Category 5 storm in less than 24 hours as it headed across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida.
Hurricane Milton went from barely hurricane strength to a dangerous Category 5 storm in less than 24 hours as it headed across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida.
Helene ravaged the NC plant that makes 60% of the country's IV fluid supply
(arstechnica.com)
Hospitals nationwide are bracing for a possible shortage of essential intravenous fluids after the cataclysmic storm inundated a vital manufacturing plant in North Carolina.
Hospitals nationwide are bracing for a possible shortage of essential intravenous fluids after the cataclysmic storm inundated a vital manufacturing plant in North Carolina.