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Published on May 2, 2025

California rolls out new fire-tracking system after deadly January wildfires

California is overhauling its aerial firefighting systems after wildfires in January killed 30 people and destroyed more than 18,000 buildings across the south of the state The new platform, called the CAL FIRE Aviation Tracking and Information System ( …

Source: The European Magazine - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

The nation has spoken: Australia’s favourite nugget has been chosen through a blind taste test

There may be an important election this week, but the results from a fierce race to be the nation’s favourite nugget are in — and the winner may not be from where you’d expect. A blind taste test was conducted by The Lab in February 2025 with QSR customers …

Source: PerthNow - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Smoke from wildland-urban interface fires more deadly than remote wildfires

The smoke from fires that blaze through the wildland-urban interface (WUI) has far greater health impacts than smoke from wildfires in remote areas, new research finds. The study, published in Science Advances, estimates that emissions from WUI fires are …

Source: Technology Org - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Canapes with cows, bush tucker at sunrise, croc spotting and a helicopter pub crawl: Why Australia's Northern Territory ...

I must admit, I had almost no idea about Australia's Northern Territory before embarking on an exhilarating six-day trip that became one my favourite holidays. I'd watched the Aussie Succession-style drama,Territory, on Netflix and the sweeping …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on May 2, 2025

Farmers raise urgent warnings as catastrophic floods wipe out more than 100,000 livestock: 'The worst is yet to come'

"We don't know what cattle we will have to sell or what the financial impacts are going to be." by Juliana MarinoMay 2, 2025 Extreme weather in Queensland, Australia, has wiped out thousands of livestock. According to a report by ABC News, …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on May 2, 2025

No such thing as a wasted vote: how young Australians can still be heard on climate

Body n 2022, Australian Labor rode a wave of Black Saturday anger all the way to power. Throughout that campaign, images of the global warming-fuelled bushfires – and the government’s failure to handle them – dominated the airwaves. Since then, young …

Source: ANU Science - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2025

New Zealand’s Queenstown Airport to commence terminal expansion project

Queenstown Airport in New Zealand is set to initiate the expansion of the terminal building, as part of its ongoing capital improvement programme. The total investment for this project is estimated at approximately NZ$12m ($7.15m). The initiative will see …

Source: Aerospace Technology - New York - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

Journey Beyond launches The Ghan Experience at Australia Town Square

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Source: Travel Weekly - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

Greenery booms after a year’s worth of rain hits Australian Outback

Portions of the arid Australian Outback saw more than a year’s worth of rain in just a week at the end of March 2025, unleashing destructive floods throughout the region. Drenching rains and resulting floodwaters led to renewed life amid the rusty red …

Source: The Weather Network - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

Rain eases in flood-hit Canterbury

Selwyn remains under a state of emergency, as the district council monitors river levels and other issues following yesterday's heavy rain. A local state of emergency was also declared in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula last night as large parts of …

Source: Star News - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

Who’s paying the price for California’s wildfires? ‘Everyone.’

A SIEPR Policy Forum examined how government, business and academia can best address the rising economic costs of wildfires. As a program manager working on power line safety at the California's public utilities regulator, Koko Tomassian stands on the …

Source: PreventionWeb - Center-left
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Strong Earthquake hits New Zealand

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake has struck off the west coast of New Zealand. No tsunami warning has been issued and there are no reports of damage. The US Geological Survey said the quake struck at around 1am local time. The epicentre was 300km southwest of …

Source: Sarajevo Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2025

BIG Macquarie Island Earthquake MIGHT Be Tectonic Plate Movement!!! BIG New Zealand Shaker Could Mean More To Come, Too!!...

Here's all those earthquakes from the Macquarie Island, New Zealand Region: 5.0 Macquarie Island region 2025-04-29 13:56 4.1 288 km SW of Riverton, New Zealand 2025-04-29 13:44 6.8 Macquarie Island region 2025-04-29 09:53:35***** 6.2 286 km SW of …

Source: The EQ Alert Guy - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

After the wildfires: Rebuilding and protecting Los Angeles

(Photograph courtesy of gettyimages.com/Jessica Christian) By Robert L. Reid Civil engineers have a critical role to play in the aftermath of the January wildfires that devastated the Los Angeles region. Los Angeles has long ranked high on ASCE’s …

Source: Civil Engineering - Virginia - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

Phoenix Dojo Gala to Honor Resilience and Rebuild Pacific Palisades Martial Arts Studio Lost in the LA Wildfires

Gala set for May 17 at Hilton Santa Monica to help rebuild Gerry Blanck’s dojo, lost in the LA fires, and support martial arts programs for local youth. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful story of …

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Published on May 1, 2025

Chiefs brace for Hurricanes in windy Wellington

MELBOURNE - The Wellington Hurricanes left wreckage in Canberra last weekend and will hope to inflict more damage on the Waikato Chiefs on their return home to New Zealand's windy capital on Saturday. The fifth-placed Hurricanes reignited their Super …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on May 1, 2025

Express gratitude to the international community for their efforts in the Mandalay earthquake

The State and its people would like to express their heartfelt gratitude and recognition to all those who contributed to the relief efforts. Following the powerful earthquake that struck Mandalay on 28 March 2025, causing significant loss and damage across …

Source: Global New Light Of Myanmar - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 13:47 GMT

‘Living Nostradamus’ makes chilling prediction about Prince Harry & the move that’ll do ‘irreversible damage’ to Meghan

PRINCE HARRY lives a routine apparently far removed from British pomp. Now living in California with Meghan Markle and their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, the Duke of Sussex has been described as a "symbol of rebellion, vulnerability …

Source: The Scottish Sun - Right-wing
Published on 12:25 GMT

Huge underwater volcano is ‘swelling and about to blow’ at any moment

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A massive underwater volcano appears on the verge of an enormous eruption which could trigger thousands of earthquakes. Magma is building up …

Source: Metro - Neutral

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 13:37 GMT

Massive Earthquake Hits Southern Chile

(MENAFN) Thousands were forced to flee their homes in both Chile and Argentina following a powerful 7.4 magnitude tremor off the southern coastline of Chile, which led officials to issue — and later revoke — a tsunami alert. The Chilean National …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 09:39 GMT

Israel Contains Jerusalem Wildfire After Massive Destruction

(MENAFN) Fire authorities announced Thursday that a vast wildfire that engulfed the Jerusalem area was finally brought under control after raging for nearly 30 hours, leaving a trail of destruction across 20,000 dunams (approximately 4,942 acres). …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 22:14 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Wildfire Prepared Partnership

Today, Governor Kotek announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), launching a partnership to explore ways to build resilience …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands. Last year’s hurricane season proves that hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. You may experience high winds, extreme rain and flooding …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:29 GMT

Israel strikes with ‘largest ever’ wildfires

(MENAFN) Israel is grappling with one of the most severe wildfire outbreaks in its history, with fires burning for two consecutive days near Jerusalem. Emergency officials described the blazes as among the largest the country has ever faced. The fires …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

Phoenix Dojo Gala to Honor Resilience and Rebuild Pacific Palisades Martial Arts Studio Lost in the LA Wildfires

Gala set for May 17 at Hilton Santa Monica to help rebuild Gerry Blanck’s dojo, lost in the LA fires, and support martial arts programs for local youth. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful story of …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on May 1, 2025 - 01:05 GMT

IRS reminder: Protect important records in case a natural disaster strikes

IR-2025-55, April 30, 2025 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that disaster preparation season kicks off soon with National Wildfire Awareness Month in May and National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 4-10. With tax season over …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy
Published on May 3, 2025 - 00:52 GMT

Funding Is Available To Support Cleanup of Your Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after the April severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to provide you with money to cover costs associated with cleanup and sanitization. This assistance is for eligible …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on May 2, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Understanding the Free mE® EFT Approach to Emotional Health

Introduction Free mE® EFT Level 1 BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE proudly introduces Free mE® EFT Level 1, the foundational course of the proprietary Free mE® Emotional Freedom Technique system—a unique …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 00:52 GMT

Funding Is Available To Support Cleanup of Your Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after the April severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to provide you with money to cover costs associated with cleanup and sanitization. This assistance is for eligible …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on May 2, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands. Last year’s hurricane season proves that hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. You may experience high winds, extreme rain and flooding …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

FEMA is still here to help West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has passed, but FEMA is still here to help West Virginians. If you have questions about your application, disagree with FEMA’s decision and would like to talk about next steps, or need to update …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

Improper Documentation Identified as Major Cause of Insurance Claim Delays

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timely approval of insurance claims plays a crucial role in helping individuals and businesses recover from loss events. However, industry reports continue to highlight that …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:40 GMT

Understanding Chemical Reactions Between Smoke Residues and Building Materials

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage from fires can result in much more than visible staining and odor. Chemical reactions between smoke residues and building materials can cause lasting structural damage, …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

ATI Restoration Wins Both 2025 RIA Phoenix Awards for Innovation

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATI Restoration (ATI), one of the largest disaster recovery firms in the nation, has earned top industry recognition by winning both of the Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on April 30, 2025 - 15:18 GMT

NIST, Ensemble, Ezassi, and IU RedLab Announce Winners of NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge

DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ensemble Consultancy, Ezassi, and the Indiana University RedLab announced the winners of the final phase of the NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0), sponsored by the U.S. Department …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Kentucky Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance and SBA Disaster Loan at the Same Time After April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In addition to applying for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters in designated Kentucky counties have the option to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration at various stages of their recovery. …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Owen County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Owen County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Carroll County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Carroll County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in McCracken County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in McCracken County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Christian County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center is opening in Christian County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Butler County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Butler County at 1 p.m. April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 21:33 GMT

Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closing permanently Friday, May 2

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in Raleigh County is closing permanently Friday, May 2, 2025, at 6 p.m. The center is located at: Raleigh County Disaster Recovery Center Beckley-Raleigh County Emergency Services 1224 …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 19:44 GMT

Iridium Development Inc. Announces Affordable Home Elevation Solution for Florida’s Flood-Prone Communities

Iridium Development Inc. launches affordable home elevation services to help Florida homeowners rebuild safer, lower insurance costs and increase property value TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iridium Development …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 02:59 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County To Permanently Close, Help Is Still Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is permanently closing at 7 p.m. April 30. The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is located at: KCTCS Mayo Campus, Auditorium Building C, 508 Third St., Paintsville, KY 41240 …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Anderson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Anderson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

FEMA Offers Assistance for April Storm Survivors in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the April severe storms in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply. Money provided by FEMA does not have to be repaid. FEMA can …

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