Tag: disasters
The surprising reasons floods and other disasters are more deadly at night
Flash floods are becoming an increasingly common occurrence, exacerbated by climate change and putting lives at risk, especially…
‘Disasters are a human choice’: Texas counties have little power to stop building in flood-prone areas
The recent deadly floods in Central Texas have brought attention to the issue of building in flood-prone areas.…
Danger Season Disasters Hit People Hard Even as NOAA, FEMA Still Under Threat from Trump Administration Â
The past week has been a mix of devastating news and glimmers of hope amidst the chaos. In…
Know your rights as an immigrant before, during, and after disasters
For immigrants, navigating disasters can be particularly challenging due to various factors such as citizenship status, language barriers,…
New York passes a bill to prevent AI-fueled disasters
New York State Passes Landmark AI Safety Bill In a significant move on Thursday, New York state lawmakers…
Climate disasters can alter kids’ brains — before they’re even born
Climate Change and Prenatal Stress: How Extreme Weather Events Impact Child Brain Development In October 2012, Superstorm Sandy…
Celebrities’ Worst First Date Disasters Revealed
Drew Barrymore Shares Cringe-Worthy First Date Experience In a recent episode of her talk show, actress Drew Barrymore…
After disasters, AmeriCorps was everywhere. What happens when it’s gone?
The devastating fires that ravaged Los Angeles in January left many families displaced and in need of assistance.…
Hurricanes, Wildfires and Other Disasters Displaced a Record 46 Million People Last Year
Natural disasters and human conflict have led to a record number of people being displaced globally and in…
Multiple exposures to climate disasters lead to worse mental health outcomes, study finds
The University of Melbourne has conducted new research that reveals the detrimental impact of repeated exposure to climate…
Millions of Americans don’t speak English. Now they won’t be warned before weather disasters.
The Importance of Language Equity in Weather Alerts In December 2021, a devastating tornado outbreak hit the small…
The EPA wants to roll back a rule that’s essential for protecting you from chemical disasters
The Philadelphia Energy Solutions oil refinery explosion that occurred on June 21, 2019, sent shockwaves through the community…