Earthquakes Newswire

Thousands displaced as Myanmar junta continues military operations near quake epicentre

Junta military operations have forced thousands of earthquake survivors to flee villages near the epicentre of the deadly tremor that struck central Myanmar late last month, according to sources. Since the third week of April, troops from the regime’s …

KIA Resumes Bhamo Attacks on Myanmar Junta After Quake Ceasefire

The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and its allies have resumed attacks on regime bases at the district-level town of Bhamo in Kachin State after their earthquake ceasefire ended. The Military Operation Command 21’s headquarters and nearby regime bases are …

Japanese Surgeon Recounts Myanmar Quake Relief Mission; Extreme Heat, Sudden Storms Complicated Treatment

Courtesy of Japan International Cooperation Agency Trauma surgeon Ryohei Kosaki examines a child with fractures inside a Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) medical tent in Mandalay, Myanmar, on April 7. By Masashi Morimoto / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writer 20:00 …

Emergency supply prices surge after İstanbul earthquake

Prices for emergency supplies and real estate in İstanbul spiked following the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that struck off the city’s coast on Apr 23. Authorities have launched investigations into businesses accused of exploiting the situation through …

Myanmar junta orders quake-damaged capital rebuilt by original contractors

Myanmar’s junta defense minister has ordered construction companies to repair and rebuild government office buildings in the capital that were damaged by last month’s powerful earthquake, state media reported Tuesday. The directive came during a meeting on …

Over 400 million kyats worth of gold and cash stolen from home of earthquake-evacuated residents in Mandalay...

The Mandalay Region Police Force reported that thieves stole gold jewelry and cash worth over 400 million kyats from the home of residents who had temporarily relocated due to earthquake safety concerns. The suspects have since been arrested. The victims, …

Cape boys’ lax turns out the lights on the Quakers 15-2

The Cape boys’ lacrosse team celebrated its annual Scott Brozey Memorial Game with a 15-2 running-clock victory over previously unbeaten Wilmington Friends April 28 at Legends Stadium. The Quakers had only been giving up an average of three goals per game …

Rising costs hamper restoration work one month after earthquake

Residents of Patheingyi Township in Mandalay Region told DVB that they are still unable to start restoration work due to ground fissures, one month after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed 4,461.  “Fissures are as wide as 30 feet and as deep as 20 feet in …

Myanmar military junta criticized over assaults on healthcare following devastating earthquake

Human Rights Watch (HRW) called out Myanmar’s military junta on Monday for years of unlawful attacks on the healthcare system that have left 2 million people in need of assistance following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake last month. According to HRW, the junta …

Quakers get games in but suffer defeat

ALLIANCE — Salem suffered a 9-5 setback against Marlington on Tuesday in baseball action. Colin Riesen went 2 for 4 with an RBI for the Quakers, while Braydon Van Dyne had a single and triple. Salem is 1-13 and 0-7 in the Eastern Buckeye Conference. The …

Mercado orders conduct of fire, earthquake drill in Maasin hospital

Southern Leyte Gov. Damian Mercado ordered the conduct of fire and earthquake drill at Salvacion Oppus Yñiguez Memorial Hospital (SOYMPH) in Dongon, Maasin City on Wednesday, April 30. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) together with the Provincial …

Myanmar earthquake death toll reaches 3,798 as rescue and relief efforts continue

As of April 29, a total of 3,798 people have been confirmed dead, 5,106 injured, and 106 missing in six states and regions of Myanmar that were severely affected by the powerful earthquake that struck on March 28. Myanmar's Fire Services Department, …

One month after huge quake, Myanmar faces double crisis

When Meredith Bunn and her team pulled a pregnant woman from the rubble of her collapsed home, she had already been trapped for days.  The woman was six months along. "We tried to save her child but it wasn't possible as she suffered from …

EXCLUSIVE: Raytheon Whistleblower Who Exposed The Neutrino Earthquake Weapon In Antarctica Gives Major Updates & ...

World Earthquake Report for Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Previous news Wed, 30 Apr 2025, 04:04 An intermediate magnitude 3.9 earthquake was reported early evening near Anchor Point, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, USA. ... Read all Wed, 30 Apr 2025, 03:55 Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) …

Humanitarian Coordinator issues statement to mark one month since the 28 March quake

Mizzima On 28 April the Humanitarian Coordinator a.i. for Myanmar issued a statement marking the one-month mark since the destructive 28 March earthquake in Myanmar. The text of the statement is as follows. One month after two powerful earthquakes struck …

Urgent repairs needed for quake-hit villages on alluvial island in the Ayeyarwady River ahead of rainy season

Mizzima Some villages on an alluvial island in the Ayeyarwady River in Patheingyi Township, Mandalay Region, suffered severe damage from the earthquake and urgently need support to rebuild before the monsoon season begins, according to local residents. …

Human rights groups blast Myanmar junta for its continuing attacks on health workers despite devastating quake

Mizzima Human Rights Watch (HRW) together with Physicians for Human Rights issued a news release on 28 April documenting the impact of the Myanmar junta’s attacks on health workers and hospitals since the 2021 coup and the effect on responses to the …

Two quakes in Pacific ocean, but no damages or tsunami warnings issued

Two powerful offshore earthquakes struck the southwest Pacific early Wednesday (April 30) morning. But according to geological agencies, neither caused any damage nor triggered tsunami warnings. In fact, most New Zealanders did not feel them. The first …

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, …

Understanding the Long-Term Structural Impact of Extreme Heat Exposure

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prolonged exposure to extreme heat conditions is increasingly recognized as a significant factor in the deterioration of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. As heat …

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) …

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 …

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 …

PFAS are polluting the Arctic, threatening both humans and animals

Toxic chemicals, called PFAS, pose alarming danger to animals and humans in the Arctic, scientists say SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scientists have found that PFAS, nicknamed ‘forever’ …

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  …

4 Tips to Prepare for Wildfires

The Eaton wildfire left communities devastated as it tore through Southern California.  Wildfires can affect communities and ecosystems across the nation. The widespread impact of these wildfires highlights the urgent need for awareness and preparedness …

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 …

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 …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Mercer County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Mercer 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 Recovery Center Opens in Jessamine County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Jessamine 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 Recovery Center Opens in Clark County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Clark 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 …

Tijuana Sewage Crisis: VetComm CEO Kate Monroe Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Military Personnel in San Diego

As raw sewage from Tijuana endangers San Diego, VetComm CEO Kate Monroe is calling for urgent action to protect service members training in contaminated waters. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Tijuana …

دعوة إلى دليل حر وشامل

أسبوع المناخ في نيويورك في ظل إرث البابا فرانسيس. العمل مستمر في انتظار البابا الجديد "للتعاون" ROMA, ITALY, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - في عصر يتسم بالارتباك، والتحولات السريعة، والشعور المتزايد بعدم اليقين العالمي، تبرز …

Los Angeles County Gets Automatic Tax Extension After January Fires: Legal Support Available to Navigate Relief Options

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Los Angeles, California, finally gets a break with tax season automatically extended to October 15th in the wake of the recent fires that engulfed so many parts of LA at the beginning …

NovaCHARGE and Charge Rigs to Showcase the FLEXX Mobile DC Fast Charger Line at ACT Expo 2025

Innovative, All-Electric Mobile Charging Series Returns to the Spotlight at Booth #5827 ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NovaCHARGE, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, is proud to announce the feature …

Don’t wait! Today is the last day for West Virginians to apply for FEMA disaster assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today is the last day for West Virginia residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Feb. 15-18, 2025, floods. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 11:59 P.M. TODAY, APRIL 28, 2025. FEMA assistance for individuals and …

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Severe Storms in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on April 25, for severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that occurred …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hopkins County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Hopkins 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 …