Floods

January 9, 2022

The Melting Of “Doomsday” Glacier Might Bring Unpredictable Destruction This Decade

Due to increased sea temperatures and climate change, one of Antarctica’s biggest glaciers is melting away. A glacier is a persistent body of dense ice that is constantly moving under its own

News·World

Killer Floods Wreak Brazilian City

It is like a war zone in Brazil as floods and mudslides caused deaths of more than 100 people in the picturesque city of Petropolis,68 kms(42 miles) north of Rio de Janeiro. Petropolis is a prime tourist spot in Brazil

February 18, 2022

The Ganga Godavari Kaveri (GGK) Linking Plan Can Solve Major Water Woes In India

India·Opinion·Water

A Jalshakti (Water Resources) Ministry advertisement assures us that 19 crore houses will get drinking water from a tap by 2024. But the efforts

NDRF Remain The Unforgettable Heroes In Disaster Prone Areas Of India

India

The National Disaster Response Force is a para-military organisation comprised of 15 battalions, each battalion having 1149 workers. The task force, dedicated to search

Representational Image- Taj Mahal Flooded

Disaster·India·Weather

Monsoon Surge in North India Threatens Taj Mahal, Calls for Resilience

The northern region of India is currently grappling with an unprecedented surge in rainfall amidst the monsoon season, resulting in devastating flooding. The historical city of Agra has been particularly impacted, with

Govind Tekale

July 20, 2023

USA·Water·Weather

Overflowing Mississippi River Causes Road Closures And Potential Evacuations In Midwest

The Mississippi River is currently overflowing and causing flooding in states across the Midwest. Several states, including Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, are experiencing flooding along the Mississippi River. The DOT of Iowa

Govind Tekale

April 27, 2023

Disaster·USA

California Weather Emergencies: Preparing for the Unexpected

In recent weeks, California has experienced a barrage of severe storms, highlighting the urgency to educate residents on the crucial resources available during such weather emergencies. Diana Crofts-Pelayo, the Assistant Director of

Karmactive Team

February 1, 2023

News·World

Batsirai, The Second Cyclone To Wreck Madagascar In Weeks

Since a couple of weeks Madagascar has witnessed disruptive cyclonic activity. Situated by the east African coast, the beginning of the new year has been less than great for this beautiful island

Karmactive Team

February 6, 2022

Sustainability·World

7 Solutions to Avoid Floods

2021 saw floods like never before. More than 35 countries across the world encountered floods at the same time, with over 900 fatalities within a month. Floods are the costliest natural disaster.

Karmactive Team

August 13, 2021