natural disasters
Indonesia Flood Crisis: Over 900 Dead as Starvation Threatens Remote Villages in Sumatra
Dec 06, 2025 08:41 pm CST
Devastating floods and landslides have killed more than 900 people in Indonesia's Sumatra island, with starvation emerging as a critical threat in isolated villages. Part of a wider climate disaster affecting Southeast Asia that has claimed nearly 1,800 lives across five countries, the catastrophe has completely destroyed entire communities in Aceh province while the government faces criticism for not declaring a national disaster.
Devastating Vietnam Floods Kill 90: Crisis Intensifies as Thousands Remain Stranded and Economic Losses Mount
Nov 23, 2025 06:56 pm CST
Catastrophic flooding across Vietnam has claimed 90 lives in just one week, leaving residents stranded on rooftops and causing an estimated $343 million in damages. Tens of thousands of homes have been inundated in Dak Lak province alone, with over 3.2 million livestock lost and 80,000 hectares of crops destroyed, highlighting the intensifying impact of climate change on the region's extreme weather patterns.
Understanding Hurricanes, Cyclones, and Typhoons: What's the Difference and How They Form
Nov 07, 2025 02:25 pm CST
This comprehensive guide explains the differences between hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons - all variations of tropical cyclones occurring in different regions worldwide. Learn about storm classification systems, formation patterns, seasonal variations, and the science behind these powerful weather phenomena, including recent examples like Typhoon Kalmaegi that claimed over 100 lives in the Philippines before hitting Vietnam.
Afghanistan's Earthquake Vulnerability: Causes, History, and Prevention Strategies
Nov 03, 2025 11:06 am CST
Afghanistan's position at the convergence of multiple tectonic plates makes it one of the world's most earthquake-prone regions, experiencing over 355 significant earthquakes since 1990. This article explores the geological reasons behind Afghanistan's seismic vulnerability, examines the historical impact of major earthquakes, and outlines critical strategies for building resilience against future disasters through improved construction methods and early warning systems.
Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Strikes Western Turkey: Buildings Damaged in Sindirgi Region
Oct 28, 2025 04:50 am CST
A powerful magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Turkey's Balikesir province on Monday evening, centered in the town of Sindirgi. The tremors were felt across multiple regions including Istanbul, causing building damage but with no immediate reports of casualties. This marks the second major seismic event in the area since August, highlighting Turkey's vulnerability due to its position above major geological fault lines.
Fauj Only Place Where There Is No Nepotism: Defence Chief Anil Chauhan
Sep 18, 2025 09:10 pm CST
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan on Thursday asserted that 'fauj' is the only place where there is no nepotism, as he urged children to aspire to join the armed forces to serve the nation and explore places.