The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reports, A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Conchagua in El Salvador on Sunday night. The local authorities reported there were no immediate casualties or damage. The tremor, recorded at 9:50 PM (0350 GMT Sunday), had an epicenter located 95 miles (152 kilometers) southeast of San Salvador, along the coastline. READ … Read more
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, has voiced concerns about the imminent risk of submersion due to climate change. Speaking at a Strategic Management Meeting organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, which included various Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and stakeholders, he warned that Lagos could face the same sinking fate as … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has announced the establishment of a Disaster Relief Fund to address the increasing frequency of natural disasters. This directive followed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Monday. During a media briefing, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, emphasized the urgent need for specialized funding to … Read more
No fewer than 25 people were killed after flash floods hit Yemen’s northwestern province of Al-Mahwit, a local health source reported on Wednesday. The flash floods in Al-Mahwit, triggered by over 24 hours of heavy rain, caused the collapse of three dams and swept away dozens of houses in the Malhan district on Tuesday. EDITOR’S … Read more
Flood threats in Guangdong prompt emergency actions for 127M people. Unprecedented river levels spark urgent response. Heavy rainfall and winds cause evacuations, damage, and disruptions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Guangdong province in China faces imminent flood threats, compelling the government to activate emergency measures to safeguard over 127 million people. Editor’s Pick: FG … Read more