India’s Heat Action Plans: Gaps, Challenges, and the Urgent Need for Long-Term Solutions
Heatwaves in India are no longer sporadic or isolated events. With each passing year, they are becoming more intense, more prolonged, and increasingly…
Disasters & Management
Heatwaves in India: Causes, Impact, and Preparedness
Heatwaves have become an increasingly severe issue in India, affecting millions of people and the economy. With rising global temperatures and climate…
Pink Fire Retardant
Pink fire retardant, widely used to combat wildfires, is primarily composed of ammonium phosphate salts and is branded as Phos-Chek in the US. It is…
Mount Ibu Eruption
Mount Ibu in North Maluku, Indonesia, erupted recently, releasing ash clouds up to 3 km high. Authorities issued an orange-level Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation…
Tirupati Temple Stampede Tragedy
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Southern California Wildfires
\Southern California is grappling with multiple wildfires, including the Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst fires, which have collectively burned thousands of acres and forced over 30,000…
7.1 Magnitude Earthquake in Tibet
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Alaknanda River’s Landslide Vulnerability
The Alaknanda River in Uttarakhand is highly prone to landslide-induced natural dams, as identified by a study from IIT Roorkee. These dams, often triggered by…
Uttarakhand’s Action Plan for Glacial Lakes
The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) is developing a comprehensive plan to monitor and mitigate risks associated with glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). The…
