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World Earthquake Report for Saturday, 22 March 2025

Previous news Sat, 22 Mar 2025, 04:50 We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico on 22 Mar 2025 (GMT) at approximately 04:46 GMT. ... Read all …

We asked readers to share their favorite California books. Here’s how they responded

Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. Here’s what you need to know: Newsletter You're reading the Essential California newsletter Our reporters guide you through the most important news, features and recommendations of the …

These churches offer shelter and sanctuary to vulnerable migrants. Here's why

The Rev. Jim Rigby has one question on his mind these days: What's the plan if immigration officers knock on his church's doors? "That's what I'm feverishly trying to figure out — I'm trying to talk to lawyers," said Rigby, a …

How a cheap drone punctured Chernobyl's 40,000 ton shield

Eric Schmieman worked for 15 years on the modern engineering equivalent of the Great Pyramid -- building a giant protective shield for a damaged reactor at Chernobyl that would protect the world from further fallout from the worst ever nuclear disaster. …

Earthquake swarm near Adak includes magnitude 6.2 tremor

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck shortly before 7 a.m. Friday morning, just 54 miles southeast of Adak. It was one in a series of earthquakes that have occurred this week in the region, which is notorious for earthquake swarms. …

Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Spews Lava 700 Feet into the Air as Observatory Staff Faces Eviction

Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano is shooting lava 700 feet into the air just months before the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory faces eviction. The volcano’s latest eruption began just before 9:30 a.m. local time on Wednesday, March 19, according to a notice posted by …

Volcano near Alaska’s largest city could erupt ‘in the coming weeks’ according to scientist

Scientists from the Alaska Volcano Observatory have raised concerns about Mount Spurr, a massive snow-covered volcano located approximately 80 miles northwest of Anchorage. Recent monitoring activities have detected significantly elevated volcanic gas …

Montana’s Quakes Now Raise Fears of Yellowstone Eruption

A summary of the key information is provided at the bottom of the article. BUTTE, MT - Nestled beneath the picturesque landscapes of Yellowstone National Park lies a colossal force of nature—the Yellowstone supervolcano. Recent seismic activities in …

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara explains his trip to Bermuda was for insurance work

From CalMatters economy reporter Levi Sumagaysay: When Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara testified about California’s property insurance market before the Assembly’s insurance committee this week, he mentioned a recent trip to Bermuda — somewhat …

World Earthquake Report for Friday, 21 March 2025

Previous news Fri, 21 Mar 2025, 05:50 Quakes detected near: Akagi (2 quakes between mag 0.5-1.2), Apo (1 quake mag 2.2), Aso (3 quakes between mag 0.3-1.4), Bardarbunga (1 quake mag 1.1), Barva (1 quake mag 1.7), Cabalian (2 quakes between mag 1.6-2.7) ... …

Officials claim Trump cuts could compromise PNW earthquake and volcano warning systems

Lizzy Acker / oregonlive.com (TNS) At the confluence of multiple tectonic plates, on the Pacific Ring of Fire, sits the West Coast of the United States, where the Cascade mountains in Oregon and Washington are dotted with active volcanoes within …

Oregon man sues Wild Coast Pet Foods after his cat dies from bird flu

PORTLAND — An Oregon man is suing after he says the pet food he fed his cat was contaminated and led to her death. The lawsuit was filed March 18 by Underdog Law Office in Multnomah County against Wild Coast Pet Foods. McClatchy News reached out to Wild …

Very strong mag. 6.1 earthquake - North Pacific Ocean, 57 mi south of Adak, Aleutians West, Alaska, United States, on ...

California temporarily eases generator rules amid emergencies

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Due to a state of emergency, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) is temporarily easing restrictions on portable generators. CARB says there’s a shortage of state-certified generators in some areas because of increased …

Scientists say odds of US volcano erupting in weeks have gone up

Almost 300,000 residents in Alaska's largest city are bracing for an explosive volcanic eruption. Mount Spurr, a 11,000-foot-tall volcano that sits just 81 miles from the largest city in the state, is due to blow this year for the first time in 30 …

Studying This Slow-Moving Alaskan Landslide May Help Avert Future Disaster

To live during an age of rapid climate change is to be witness to environmental collapse. Sometimes these environmental disintegrations can be subtle, like the slow decline of an endangered keystone species or the gradual weakening of ocean currents. Other …

Disaster prep advocates face pushback over raising seismic standard for new school construction

Most of us would rather not think about what our lives will be like in the aftermath of the Big One – a magnitude 9.0 rupture of the offshore Cascadia earthquake fault. Yet, it’s worth considering where you’ll go if your house slides off its foundation or …

Who are the best FCS and Division II transfers heading to the Power 4 ranks?

Two of the most impactful college football players in 2024 began their respective careers at the FCS level. Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo, a first-team All-American, ranked second nationally with 1,711 rushing yards and led the Sun Devils to the …

Knowledge Nugget: Understanding Volcanoes — What you must know for UPSC exam?

Take a look at the essential events, concepts, terms, quotes, or phenomena every day and brush up your knowledge. Here’s your knowledge nugget for today.(Relevance: Important geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic activity, and …

March 31 Deadline to Apply for Several Disaster Assistance Programs Fast Approaching

LOS ANGELES – March 31 is the last day to apply for or submit information for several key disaster assistance programs for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance:  Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. On the …

New Warnings for Mississippi Residents About Unlicensed Roofing Companies Amid Severe Weather Damage

Mississippi faces another severe weather outbreak on March 29-30; beware of unlicensed and unqualified roofing companies exploiting residents and businesses. PEARL, MS, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Mississippi faces yet …

Experienced Fire Damage Lawyer Belal Hamideh Seeks Justice for LA Fire Survivors

Experienced Fire Damage Lawyer Can Help Those Injured in the Fires Receive Compensation LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Belal Hamideh, an experienced fire damage lawyer in Long Beach who serves all of Southern …

EIN Presswire Welcomes New General Manager to Lead Global Operations

Petra Megan to spearhead strategic initiatives, operations, and team development to drive continued growth WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIN Presswire, a division of Newsmatics and a leading online news and …

Kouga Local Municipality launches SA’s first drone emergency response programme

Kouga Local Municipality has officially launched the continent’s first Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programme KOUGA, SOUTH AFRICA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trailblazing leap toward enhancing public safety and disaster …

Mobility City's Technician Network, the Largest HME Repair & Delivery Network, is Now an Accredited Exemplary Provider

Mobility City's franchise system, with the largest HME repair and delivery Technician Network in the US, is now a CMS approved Exemplary Provider BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City Holdings Inc, …

FEMA Strives to Leave No One Behind

FEMA customer service teams are calling applicants with disabilities to provide personal assistance as part of the agency’s commitment to ensure disaster recovery resources are available to everyone who was affected by Tropical Storm Helene. Disasters are …

Preliminary Flood Maps for Hays County, Texas Ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in the cities of Buda, Creedmoor, Hays, Kyle, Mountain City, Niederwald, San Marcos and Uhland; and the unincorporated areas of Hays …

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible for disaster recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S Small …

One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

FEMA Eases Floodplain Requirements for Federally Funded Projects, Reducing Burden on American Communities

The agency revokes implementation of the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard following Presidential Executive Order WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA announced that it has stopped implementing certain floodplain management requirements for federally funded …

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Lee County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 24 in Lee County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides.   …

InnovationForce Unveils AI for Utility Innovation Leaders to Accelerate Grid Modernization

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- InnovationForce, the leader in democratizing innovation with AI, announced the launch of InnovationWorks AI for grid modernization— a groundbreaking way to help utilities turn …

AshBritt President Brittany Perkins Castillo to Speak at S. Texas All-Hazards Conference & RESPONDHer Leadership Summit

MCALLEN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AshBritt, a leading national government solutions provider specializing in rapid emergency management and logistics, is proud to announce that AshBritt President and CEO Brittany …

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentuckians Impacted by February Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance to help those whose vehicles were damaged due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred February 14 – March 7. The first step is for …

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible …

InsurIQ Joins AAIS Partner Program, Delivering Solutions to Enhance Policy Administration and Compliance

InsurIQ to offer AAIS Members software and services that will help transform, grow, and operate their business. LISLE, IL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Association of Insurance Services (AAIS) is excited to …

New Reduced Term Life Insurance Rates Available From Transamerica Life on ShopYourTerm.com

ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WealthWave, a leading financial education company, is thrilled to announce that Transamerica Life has significantly reduced its term life insurance rates and streamlined its …

Newsmatics Engages Student PR Leaders on Media Transparency, Fake News at PRSSA Event

PRSSA event emphasizes collaboration and leadership development WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public relations students from across the country recently gathered in Charlotte, North Carolina, to boost their …

Veterans Affairs Vet Center Works with FEMA to Support Disaster Survivors

Pikeville, Ky. (March 7, 2025) – Veteran Outreach Program Specialist Chris Eden stands outside the mobile vet center that he works from while deployed. (FEMA photo by Jevan Alves) A disaster may bring any number of challenges, from housing concerns to …