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Magnitude 5.7 earthquake strikes Tibet

This seismic event follows a smaller tremor of magnitude 3.7 that shook the region on May 8. Shallow earthquakes like this in Tibet are typically more dangerous than deeper ones, as they release energy closer to the surface, leading to stronger ground …

Drones can help prevent wildfires, not just track them

Capitals vs Hurricanes Prediction, Picks & Odds for Monday's NHL Playoffs Game 4

Photo By - Imagn Images. Capitals goalie Logan Thompson has stood on his head. The Carolina Hurricanes are looking to take a commanding 3-1 series lead as they host the Washington Capitals in Game 4 on Monday night. My Capitals vs. Hurricanes picks are …

Arizona fire crews responding to new wildfire

What have the Carolina Hurricanes done to Alex Ovechkin?

RALEIGH, N.C. — Watching Alex Ovechkin play hockey in 2025 is an interesting experience. He’s not particularly active; his line, in terms of territorial dominance, is not overly effective. His role, perhaps more than ever, is one-dimensional — but that …

BMC gears up for monsoon: 417 dewatering pumps to be installed and 386 flood prone spots identified

MUMBAI: As a measure to tackle floods in the upcoming monsoon season, there will be 417 dewatering pumps deployed across Mumbai. The BMC has also identified 386 flood-prone spots in the city. Backup systems, including vehicle-mounted diesel generators and …

Earthquake Of Magnitude 5.5 Hits Tibet, No Reports Of Casualties

An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck Tibet early on Monday, the China Earthquake Administration (CEA) said. The quake hit the city of Shigatse at 5:11 a.m. (2111 GMT), at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). Authorities have dispatched emergency response …

A global pandemic, a massive flood, and two different designers – this project, its designers, and its owners went on a ...

It's often a good backstory that makes for a beautiful home, and this home has a rollercoaster of a backstory. The house was built in the early nineteenth century and had some stunning original features and buckets of charm, but when it was bought by a …

Magnitude 3.0 earthquake shakes Prague

Magnitude 3.0 earthquake shakes Prague A preliminary magnitude 3.0 earthquake shook parts of Oklahoma on Sunday night. Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 10:40 PM CDT May 11, 2025 WELL, THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER PREPARING FOR GAME FOUR AGAINST …

Earthquake measuring 5.7 at Richter Scale strikes Tibet, no report of any casualty

World News The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km. (Photo: TV9 Network) Lhasa: An earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter Scale struck Tibet in the early hours of Monday. Tremors were felt at 02:32 AM, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. …

‘Rapidly Spreading’ Wildfire Reported Near Brimson; Dozens Of Residents Evacuate

AULT TOWNSHIP, Minnesota — Multiple fire agencies are battling a “rapidly spreading” wildfire around the 2200 block of Highway 44 in Ault Township near Brimson. Courtesy: April Schultz The call for help came in around 1:15 p.m. The flames were traveling in …

Wall blocking access to riverbank flood defence must come down

Alex Dawson appealed after being refused retrospective planning permission for the work and claimed a violation of his human rights when he was served with an enforcement notice.  That required the removal of the wall and for him to lower the level of the …

Earthquake Strikes Southwest China

(MENAFN) A seismic event measuring 5.5 in magnitude occurred in the southwestern part of China’s Xizang autonomous region early Monday morning, as reported by state-run media outlets. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities have been recorded in the …

Tibet's Shigatse hit by shallow 5.5-magnitude earthquake

BEIJING: An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck Tibet early on Monday, the China Earthquake Administration (CEA) said. The quake hit the city of Shigatse at 5:11am (2111 GMT), at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). Authorities have dispatched emergency response …

Flood threat in the Triad Monday into Tuesday

Flood threat Monday into Tuesday across North Carolina Flood risk early week across North Carolina Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 10:40 PM EDT May 11, 2025 AND HUGGING HER BABIES. THE MOMS DESERVE TO SMILE TODAY. EVERY DAY, ESPECIALLY TODAY …

UK seismologist explains two earthquakes a day apart in Ky.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A 2.8 magnitude earthquake was picked up by the United States Geological Survey early Sunday morning in Northern Garrard County. Just one day earlier, a 4.1 magnitude earthquake in the Tennessee-North Carolina Border Region rattled …

Wildfire near Brimson prompts evacuations

BRIMSON — A 200-acre wildfire near Brimson on Sunday prompted evacuations for "several dozen residents," the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office said. The sheriff's office said a "rapidly spreading grass/wildfire" was reported …

Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes Tibet’s Shigatse, no casualties reported

Quake hit city of Shigatse at 5:11am (2111 GMT), at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles), says CEA BEIJING: An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck Tibet early on Monday, the China Earthquake Administration (CEA) said. The quake hit the city of Shigatse at 5:11am ( …

Palm Beach County under flood watch for next 24 hours

Palm Beach County under flood watch for next 24 hours Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 9:47 AM EDT May 12, 2025 TRACKER TRACKING THE SOGGY CONDITIONS FOR YOUR MORNING COMMUTE. WE DO START WITH SANDRA, THOUGH. THE AREA IS BEING IMPACTED RIGHT …

Our Blood Institute Appoints Dr. Jesse McCool as New Chief Operating Officer

Our Blood Institute, the primary provider for more than 5 million residents across Oklahoma, Texas and Arkansas, has appointed Dr. Jesse McCool as COO. OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our Blood Institute, the nation’ …

Aquamaster Drain, Plumbing & Waterproofing Inc. Wins the 2025 Award for The Best Waterproofing in Barrie, Ontario

BARRIE, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 Quality Business Award for The Best Waterproofing in Barrie, Ontario has been awarded to Aquamaster Drain, Plumbing & Waterproofing Inc. This recognition honours Aquamaster …

Valuation Expert Eric Schneider to Speak at IRWA's 2025 Education Conference in Virginia Beach

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Schneider Valuation Consultants, Inc. is pleased to announce that founder Eric Schneider, a nationally recognized appraisal expert in right-of-way and eminent domain matters, will …

OPIC Technologies, Inc. Deploys Spatial Livestream Technology to Support Search and Rescue Operations

OPIC’s Spatial Livestream tech enables real-time 3D video from the field, helping teams coordinate more effectively during search and rescue missions. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., the …

Bolivian government, ALLATRA and Creative Society seminar on civil defense and national security in natural disasters

LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALLATRA International Public Movement and the Creative Society project, in collaboration with Bolivia’s Vice Ministry of Civil Defense, successfully concluded a four-day seminar titled “Civil …

Ukrainian Request Update for 50 Nexus 16 Units

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGIES (CSE:CTTT) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEWS RELEASE CSE: CTTT | OTCQB: CITLF | FRA: X9V CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGIES LTD. PROVIDES UPDATE ON UKRAINIAN …

Open Hearts Foundation Awards $30,000 in Wildfire Relief Grants

Supporting Displaced Families and Chronically Ill Patients in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles County, Open Hearts Foundation awarded $30 …

Addressing the Rise of Mold Biotoxin Illnesses Amid Extreme Weather: A Metabolic Approach to Healing

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), a debilitating condition often triggered by mold exposure, affects millions of Americans—many of whom remain undiagnosed. With …

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) CONFERENCE & EXPO WILL RETURN TO MANDALAY BAY CONVENTION CENTER, JUNE 16-18

The premier event for fire & life safety professionals to address today’s leading issues, challenges and trends LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Fire Protection® (NFPA®) annual Conference & Expo …

FEMA May Assist With Disaster Affected Wells and Septic Systems in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners in disaster-declared counties whose wells or septic systems were damaged by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for financial help from FEMA. Septic systems …

FEMA May Assist With Disaster Affected Wells and Septic Systems in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners in disaster-declared counties whose wells or septic systems were damaged by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for financial help from FEMA. Septic systems …

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Latimer County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Latimer County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

Apply with FEMA Even If You Have Insurance

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky residents who were affected by the April 2 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for disaster assistance even if you have insurance.  Under federal law, FEMA cannot duplicate …

Prescribed Burning Supports Community Risk Reduction Across Louisiana Landscapes

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As wildfire risks rise across many Southern landscapes, prescribed burning has emerged as a critical land management tool for reducing combustible vegetation, restoring ecological …

Gulf 52 Addresses Critical Need for Effective Evacuation Routes in Densely Populated Regions

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As urban centers across South Louisiana and the Gulf Coast continue to grow, the challenge of executing efficient evacuation strategies during emergencies has become increasingly …

Kimberly’s Canine Care Partners with spcaLA to Support Wildfire Relief Efforts for Displaced Animals

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Southern California, Kimberly’s Canine Care, an online pet parent apparel shop known for its stylish products and commitment to …

Norwall PowerSystems Announces Generac's New 28kW Generator

The New Generac 28kW Generator is just months away. Entire line gets a makeover: new cabinets, engine improvements, Mobile link, controller, and transfer switch LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Norwall …

Los granjeros y trabajadores agrícolas pueden ser elegibles para recibir asistencia de FEMA

FRANKFORT, Kentucky —Los granjeros y peones agrícolas de Kentucky cuyas herramientas o equipos fueron dañados por las tormentas severas, vientos directos, tornados, deslizamientos de tierra y de lodo ocurridos en febrero y abril pueden ser elegibles para …

Displacement Assistance

Displacement Assistance helps survivors who can’t return to their home following a disaster by giving them up-front money to help with immediate housing needs.   What is Displacement Assistance? Displacement Assistance is money you can use to stay in a  …

Eastern Tennessee Communities Awarded $2 Million for Helene Costs

The state of Tennessee and FEMA have awarded nearly $2 million for emergency and permanent work to repair bridges, restore utilities, remove debris and take measures to protect 14 Eastern Tennessee counties affected by Tropical Storm Helene. The major …