Tag: Disaster preparedness
Ex-Cyclone Alfred Sparks Flooding Concerns on Mainland
Severe Weather Conditions Cause Chaos and ConcernsAs the aftermath of ex-Cyclone Alfred continues to wreak havoc across the mainland, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese provides updates on the unfolding weather emergency. The recent crash involving...
Urgent Call for Evacuation: Safety Concerns Rise
Urgent Evacuation Advisory: Safety Concerns SurgeAs Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to address the media about Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Bureau of Meteorology's Sarah Scully warns that the storm's landfall could be delayed until...
Cyclone Alfred Live Updates: Impact Areas and Damage Assessment
Reeling from the Impending Cyclone: A Detailed Look at the Impact Areas and Damage AssessmentAs Cyclone Alfred looms on the horizon, the residents of Brisbane and its surrounding areas are on high alert, preparing...
Tropical Low Zelia Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding
Ex-tropical cyclone Zelia wreaked havoc as it made landfall near the De Grey River in Western Australia, surprising residents and authorities alike. The storm, which was initially categorized as a powerful category 4, brought...
Survivors Mark Two-Year Anniversary of Cyclone Gabrielle
Survivors Reflect on Two-Year Anniversary of Cyclone GabrielleAs the sun shines brightly over the picturesque little red and white church in Eskdale, the scene appears almost joyous. People are hugging, smiling, and exchanging greetings,...
Winter Storm Warning: Millions at Risk
A massive winter storm is set to wreak havoc across a 2092km swath of the United States, affecting an estimated 62 million people starting on Saturday afternoon and continuing into Monday. This powerful weather...
The Carrington Event: New Zealand’s Narrow Escape from Disaster
The Carrington Event: New Zealand's Narrow Escape from DisasterIn the summer of 1859, the world witnessed the largest solar storm ever recorded. Named after British astronomer Richard Carrington, the Carrington Event spanned August to...
Risk of Future Earthquake in Aussie City 35 Years After Deadly Event
Thirty-five years after the deadliest earthquake in Australia's history shook the city of Newcastle, John McNaughton, the former lord mayor, reflects on the lessons learned and the risks that still exist. On Thursday, December...