Tag #Environmental Disaster

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The Decline": A Dystopian Fable Explores Voluntary Euthanasia

In Ann Marie Fleming's "The Decline", a post-apocalyptic society practices voluntary euthanasia after age 50, explored through a mother and daughter's journey as community workers facilitating these end-of-life procedures.

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Massive Toxic Algae Bloom Devastates Australian Marine Life

A massive toxic algae bloom, spanning over 4,500 square kilometers in Southern Australia, has killed an estimated 14,000 marine animals from over 450 species, impacting fisheries, aquaculture, and coastal tourism.

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Spanish Wildfires Spark Political Crisis Amidst Senate Hearings

Spain's wildfires, burning over 350,000 hectares since August 5th, have sparked a political battle, with four government members facing Senate questioning on their response, resource allocation, and preventative measures, while the opposition demands accountability and policy changes.

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Record-breaking EU Wildfires in 2025: Over 1 Million Hectares Burned

Over 1 million hectares have burned in the EU in 2025, surpassing the 2017 record, releasing 37 million tonnes of CO2 and causing at least a dozen deaths. The fires, fueled by climate change and land-use practices, have degraded air quality across Europe, with scientists warning of a likely increase...

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Castilian-Leon President to Face Parliament Inquiry Over Wildfire Response

Facing mounting political pressure and public protests over the handling of recent wildfires, Castilian-Leon President Alfonso Fernández Mañueco will be forced to appear before the regional parliament next week to address criticism, becoming the first leader from the affected regions to do so.

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Portugal Wildfires: 215,000 Hectares Burned, Thousands Respond

Portugal battles over 50 wildfires, engaging 4,000 personnel and causing at least 215,000 hectares of damage, exceeding the 2024 total, with the most critical situation in Arganil, Coimbra, spreading to Pampilhosa da Serra and impacting several national roads.

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theguardian.com
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Toxic Algal Blooms Cripple Lough Neagh in Northern Ireland

Recurring toxic algal blooms in Northern Ireland's Lough Neagh, caused by agricultural runoff and inadequate wastewater treatment, have devastated wildlife, halted eel fishing, and driven away tourists, threatening the lake's ecosystem and drinking water supply.

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Spain's Unprecedented Wildfires: Decades of Neglect Fuel Catastrophe

Thousands have been evacuated and over 400,000 hectares have burned in Spain's worst wildfire season in 30 years, due to decades of forest neglect, climate change, and insufficient resources for prevention and firefighting.

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Russian Court Orders $1 Billion in Damages for Sunken Tankers

A Russian court ordered the owners of two tankers that sank in the Kerch Strait in December 2024, spilling 9,000 tons of fuel oil, to pay a combined 85 billion rubles ($1 billion USD) in damages for violating maritime regulations and causing significant environmental damage to the Black and Azov Sea...

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Record-Breaking Wildfires Devastating Spain and Portugal

Spain and Portugal are battling devastating wildfires, with over 1 million hectares burned across the EU in 2025, exceeding the 2006-2024 average by nearly three times, and causing significant environmental damage.

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Record Wildfires in Spain: Over 390,000 Hectares Burned in {{today}}

As of {{today}}, wildfires in Spain have burned over 390,000 hectares, exceeding the 18-year average and the 2022 record; {{area_ha_last_week}} hectares burned in {{fires_last_week}} fires last week alone, with {{fires_year}} fires this year overall, a {{fires_summer_inc}}% increase since summer beg...

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Spain's 2025 Wildfires: Worst in Three Decades, 348,110 Hectares Burned

Fueled by an intense heatwave, wildfires in Spain have ravaged approximately 348,110 hectares by early August 2025—surpassing 2022's total and marking the worst year in three decades; this surge, largely concentrated in 13 days, underscores the critical need for enhanced wildfire prevention and resp...

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