Tag #Natural Disaster

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Powerful Earthquake in Tibet Kills 95

A magnitude 6.8 (CENC), 7.1 (USGS) earthquake struck Dingri County, Tibet, on January 7th, causing at least 95 deaths, 130 injuries, and widespread building collapses near the Nepal border, prompting urgent rescue and relief efforts amidst harsh weather conditions.

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Mazón Demands "Zero-Tax" Policy for Valencia Flood Victims

Valencia's regional president demands a "zero-tax" policy from the Spanish government for flood victims, criticizing the continued collection of taxes and the loan system with interests, contrasting it with the regional government's interest-free financing.

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Tornadoes Kill Two, Injure Six in Texas and Mississippi

Two people died and at least six were injured as tornadoes tore through Texas and Mississippi on Saturday, damaging homes, flipping vehicles, and causing widespread power outages; the storm system later moved into Alabama and Georgia.

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2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: Devastation and Long-Term Impacts

A 9.1 magnitude earthquake off Indonesia's west coast on December 26, 2004, caused a devastating tsunami with waves up to 30 meters high, killing over 226,000 people in 14 countries and prompting global efforts to improve tsunami warning systems and disaster preparedness.

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Insurance Denials for Cancer Treatment, South Korea's Political Crisis, and Tennessee's Hurricane Recovery

An NBC News investigation reveals that insurance companies are increasingly denying cancer patients coverage for life-saving treatments, causing delays and even deaths; South Korea's acting president was impeached just weeks after the former president's removal; and a Tennessee town is slowly recove...

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20th Anniversary of 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: Aceh Mourns

On December 26, 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off Sumatra triggered a tsunami killing approximately 230,000 people across 12 countries, displacing 1.7 million more, and leaving a lasting impact on Aceh, Indonesia, where thousands gathered for memorial services marking the 20th anniversary.

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Major Earthquake Kills 126 in the Tibetan Plateau

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Tibetan Plateau near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people, injuring 188, and damaging over 1,000 buildings; rescue efforts are underway in freezing conditions.

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Valencian Floods: €15 Billion Asset Loss Exceeds Initial GDP Impact Estimates

The October 29th floods in the Valencian Community caused over €15 billion in extraordinary asset depreciation, impacting households, businesses, and public infrastructure, a significant blow exceeding initial GDP impact estimates and highlighting the need for substantial public aid.

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Severe Weather System to Impact Southeast and East Coast, Following Deadly Tornadoes

A severe weather system, following deadly tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi, is expected to bring tornadoes and thunderstorms to the Southeast and East Coast on Sunday, causing power outages affecting over 180,000 people and flight delays at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

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Climate Action
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Mayotte Water Crisis Deepens After Cyclone Chido

Cyclone Chido in Mayotte caused widespread water infrastructure damage, leaving a significant portion of the 320,000+ population without access to clean water and exacerbating pre-existing vulnerabilities, particularly affecting the 110,000+ residents in precarious housing.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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2004 Tsunami's Devastating Impact on Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A BBC journalist recounts her experience aboard a ferry during the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, detailing the immediate impact on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the extent of damage, and the long-term consequences for the affected communities.

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20th Anniversary of 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: Remembrance and Reflection

On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, survivors across Indonesia, Thailand, India, and Sri Lanka held commemorative ceremonies, remembering the more than 230,000 lives lost and the lasting impact of the disaster, which displaced 1.7 million people.

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