Tag #Natural Disasters

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Newfoundland Wildfires Force Thousands to Evacuate Amidst Record Dry Summer

Unprecedented wildfires are raging across Newfoundland and Labrador, forcing thousands to evacuate as the province experiences its hottest, driest summer on record, with over 214 wildfires—nearly double the annual average—and a regional state of emergency declared.

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Flash Floods in Gansu Province, China Kill 10, Leave Dozens Missing

Flash floods in China's Gansu Province killed at least 10 people and left 33 missing, following heavy rainfall that caused landslides and trapped over 4,000 people in four villages; other areas in China also experienced severe flooding and casualties.

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Delta Flight Returns to LAX After Engine Fire

A Delta Airlines flight returned to Los Angeles airport after one of its engines caught fire during takeoff on July 19, 2025, highlighting concerns about aircraft safety and maintenance.

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2025 First-Half Natural Disasters Cause Record $131 Billion in Damages

Natural disasters caused $131 billion in damages globally during the first half of 2025, with California wildfires accounting for $53 billion and the Myanmar earthquake claiming 4,500 lives; these figures significantly exceed long-term averages, highlighting the impact of climate change.

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Comfort Bears Provide Solace to Child Disaster Victims

Mimi Hymel, traumatized by Hurricane Katrina at age 3, founded Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe, donating over 50,000 stuffed animals and mental health resources to children affected by disasters across the U.S., highlighting the unique needs of young survivors.

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Comfort Bears Provides 50,000 Stuffed Animals to Disaster-Stricken Children

Mimi Hymel, inspired by her Hurricane Katrina experience, founded Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe, a nonprofit providing over 50,000 stuffed animals and mental health resources to children affected by disasters like the recent Texas Hill Country floods, demonstrating the power of community response a...

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Southern California Wildfire Prompts Evacuations as Firefighters Battle 'Aggressive' Blaze

Fueled by extreme heat, wind, and dry conditions, the Canyon Fire rapidly spread 60 kilometers northwest of Los Angeles on Thursday, prompting evacuations of thousands and an alert for 14,000 more; firefighters, aided by inmates, contained 25% of the blaze by Friday.

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Atlantic Hurricane Season Poised for Intensification

Tropical Storm Dexter, the fourth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, formed on Sunday, while two additional areas of potential tropical development have been identified, one near the US Southeast coast; this increased activity follows an unusually slow start to the season and signals...

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\$131 Billion in Natural Disaster Damages in First Half of 2025

Natural disasters caused \$131 billion in damages during the first half of 2025, exceeding the 30-year average by \$52 billion, primarily due to the unprecedented \$53 billion in damages from the Los Angeles wildfires, which were exacerbated by climate change.

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NYC Subway Flooded Amidst US Extreme Weather Surge

Flash flooding in New York City on July 15, 2025, caused widespread subway disruptions and road closures, stranding passengers and submerging vehicles, highlighting the city's vulnerability to extreme weather.

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Comfort Bears Provides Stuffed Animals and Mental Health Support to Children After Disasters

Mimi Hymel, inspired by her Katrina experience, founded Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe, a nonprofit providing over 50,000 stuffed animals and mental health resources to children affected by disasters like the recent Texas floods, demonstrating a unique approach to child disaster relief.

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Comfort Bears Provides 50,000 Stuffed Animals to Disaster Victims

Mimi Hymel, inspired by her Hurricane Katrina experience, founded Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe, a nonprofit providing over 50,000 stuffed animals and mental health resources to children affected by disasters like the Texas Hill Country floods.

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