natural disaster
Devastating Cyclone Ditwah Claims 193 Lives in Sri Lanka: Over 25,000 Homes Destroyed and 968,000 People Displaced
Nov 30, 2025 04:24 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah has caused catastrophic flooding and mudslides across Sri Lanka, killing 193 people and leaving 228 missing. The disaster has destroyed more than 25,000 homes, displaced nearly one million people, and prompted international aid efforts as the country faces its deadliest natural disaster since 2017. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of emergency as relief operations continue.
Sri Lanka Declares State of Emergency as Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll Reaches 132 with 176 Missing
Nov 29, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Sri Lanka has declared a national emergency following devastating floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, with 132 confirmed deaths and 176 people missing. The catastrophe has destroyed over 15,000 homes and displaced 78,000 residents into temporary shelters. With one-third of the country lacking electricity and clean water, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has invoked emergency powers and appealed for international assistance as rescue operations continue amid widespread infrastructure damage.
5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indian Ocean: Third Seismic Event in One Day Raises Concerns
Nov 28, 2025 12:05 am CST
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck the Indian Ocean on Thursday at a shallow depth of 10km, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology. This marks the third seismic event in the region within 24 hours, following earlier tremors of magnitudes 6.4 and 4.8. The shallow nature of these earthquakes raises concerns due to their greater potential for surface damage compared to deeper seismic activities. The region has a history of devastating earthquakes, most notably the 2004 Sumatra-Andaman event that triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history.
Influencer Faces Severe Backlash After Flaunting Jamaica Vacation During Category 5 Hurricane Melissa
Oct 29, 2025 10:48 am CST
A social media influencer named Hannah Grubbs has sparked outrage online after posting videos about vacationing in Jamaica despite warnings about Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm threatening the island. Her insensitive remarks about the hurricane "messing with her vacation" led to significant criticism before she deleted the content, while Jamaican authorities urged residents to evacuate as the devastating storm made landfall.
Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica's Most Powerful Storm in 174 Years Causes Catastrophic Damage
Oct 29, 2025 01:43 am CST
Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with 185 mph winds, made landfall in Jamaica as the strongest hurricane to hit the island in 174 years. The fifth most intense Atlantic basin hurricane on record brought catastrophic winds, flooding and landslides to Jamaica before heading toward Cuba, triggering mass evacuations throughout the Caribbean and leaving seven dead across the region.
Rare Tornado Strikes Odisha's Chilika Lake: Tourists Capture Stunning 'Haathisundh' Waterspout Phenomenon
Oct 11, 2025 09:33 pm CST
A rare waterspout tornado, locally known as 'Haathisundh', appeared at Odisha's famous Chilika Lake, causing both panic and fascination among tourists. State meteorologist Biswajit Sahoo confirmed this uncommon weather phenomenon, explaining that such waterspouts rarely occur in India, with only a few previous incidents recorded at this location in 2018 and 2019.
Philippines Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 69: Rescue Efforts Continue in Devastated Cebu Island
Oct 01, 2025 03:28 pm CST
A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck central Philippines near Bogo city on Cebu island, killing at least 69 people and injuring over 180. Rescue teams are working to free trapped survivors as hospitals struggle with the influx of patients. President Ferdinand Marcos has pledged swift aid for victims as aftershocks continue to threaten the region located on the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Historic Philippines Church Collapses During 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake: Witness Accounts and Safety Warnings
Oct 01, 2025 01:41 am CST
A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck central Philippines on Tuesday, causing the partial collapse of the centuries-old Parish of Saint Peter the Apostle in Bantayan, Cebu. Footage of the heritage church's exterior facade crumbling has gone viral on social media. While no tsunami threat was detected, local authorities advised coastal residents to stay away from beaches. The Philippines, situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," regularly experiences seismic activity, though most quakes remain too weak to be felt.
Deadly Typhoon Bualoi Devastates Vietnam's Coast: 8 Dead, 17 Missing in Powerful Storm
Sep 29, 2025 05:00 pm CST
Typhoon Bualoi has swept through Vietnam's coastal regions, leaving 8 people dead and 17 others missing. The powerful storm brought devastating winds, eight-meter-high waves, and heavy rainfall that damaged homes, flooded agricultural land, and disrupted transportation before weakening as it moved inland toward Laos. Government authorities evacuated over 28,500 people ahead of the typhoon's landfall, with warnings of continued flooding and landslide risks across affected regions.
Super Typhoon Ragasa Devastates Asia: 27 Dead, Millions Displaced Across China, Taiwan and Philippines
Sep 25, 2025 04:06 pm CST
Super Typhoon Ragasa has left a trail of destruction across Asia, causing 27 deaths and displacing over 2 million people. The powerful storm, ranked as the second-strongest in the South China Sea region since 1950, brought devastating floods to Taiwan, catastrophic winds to Hong Kong and southern China, and deadly conditions to the Philippines. Emergency responders continue rescue operations as communities begin to assess the extensive damage to infrastructure and homes.