Tag: disaster management
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Magna Carta for Public DRRM Workers Pushes Forward in the House
Legislation Aims to Elevate the Welfare of Public DRRM Workers Amid ongoing seismic activity across the country, a congressman from Metro Manila has filed a measure to shore up the welfare, protection, and professional development of disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) personnel. House Bill No. 5239, introduced by Parañaque 2nd district Rep. Brian Raymund…
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Jaipur-Ajmer Highway LPG Inferno: Fire Brings Traffic to Halt as Officials Review
Major LPG Fire on Jaipur-Ajmer Highway Underlines Transport Safety Risks A violent blaze erupted late Tuesday on the Jaipur-Ajmer National Highway near the Dudu area after a truck carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) collided with another vehicle. The initial impact set off multiple gas cylinder explosions, creating a fire whose flames and loud blasts were…
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Negros Occidental Quake: Minor Cracks in Schools and Churches
Overview of the Event A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of the Philippines, prompting immediate inspections across Negros Occidental. Local authorities reported that while there was no widespread structural collapse, several buildings sustained minor cracks. The incident underscores the ongoing importance of building inspections following strong quakes, even when communities remain largely safe.…
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School Holiday in Andhra Pradesh as Heavy Rains Lash Coastal Districts
Cyclone Crosses Bay of Bengal, Brings Heavy Rain to the Coast Heavy rains are pounding Andhra Pradesh as a deep cyclonic system formed in the Bay of Bengal crossed the Odisha coast near Gopalpur on Thursday evening, according to the Andhra Pradesh Disaster Management Authority. The system is moving in a north-northeasterly direction and is…
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Andhra Pradesh Heavy Rains Trigger School Holidays
Situation Update: Andhra Pradesh Braces for Heavy Rains A powerful monsoon system has unleashed heavy rainfall across large parts of Andhra Pradesh. Weather agencies warn that the system, which crossed the coast in the late afternoon hours, will gradually weaken toward Friday morning as it moves in a north-northwest trajectory. The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster…
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Space Knowledge for a Weathered Nation: Bennell-Pegg on Australia’s Bushfire, Flood Strategy
Space as a tool for disaster management Australia’s future in space is being framed not as a distant dream but as a practical instrument for protecting communities. Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the Australian Space Agency’s director of space technology and Australia’s first female astronaut, argues that studying space helps identify and mitigate natural hazards here on Earth.…
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Marathwada Rain Havoc: Flooding and Its Impact
Marathwada Faces Devastating Flooding Due to Heavy Rainfall In the Marathwada region, continuous heavy rains have led to severe flooding, affecting multiple districts including Beed, Dhule, Parbhani, Nanded, and Latur. The situation has become dire as agricultural lands are submerged, and local schools resemble ponds. Farmers are appealing for loan waivers and comprehensive aid as…
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Heavy Rains Expected in AP: Red Alert Issued for Several Districts
Overview of Weather Conditions in Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh is bracing for heavy rainfall as a depression forms in the northern Bay of Bengal. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts for various districts, urging residents to remain vigilant. This weather event is expected to impact several areas significantly, especially…
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Red Alert Issued for Andhra Pradesh Due to Depression Impact
Severe Weather Warning for Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh is bracing for severe weather conditions as the Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for several districts due to the formation of a depression in the northern Bay of Bengal. This weather phenomenon is expected to bring heavy rains starting this week, prompting authorities to advise…
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Discos Halt August Bill Collection in Flood-Hit Areas
Introduction In a significant move to support communities devastated by recent floods, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed electricity distribution companies (Discos) to cease the collection of August 2025 electricity bills from affected individuals. This directive aims to ease the financial burden on those grappling with the aftermath of the disaster. Government Response to the…