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Dec 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Life After the Storm: Sri Lanka's Struggle to Rebuild

In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, the picturesque village of Kithulbadde in central Sri Lanka is grappling with a harsh reality. The cyclone, which claimed 479 lives and affected 1. 2 million people, has left deep scars on the landscape and the hearts of its residents. The government reports that

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Jul 07 2025WEATHER

North Carolina Faces Severe Flooding After Chantal's Passing

North Carolina experienced severe flooding recently due to the remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal. The storm caused significant damage, including the tragic loss of an 83-year-old woman in Pittsboro. Her car was swept away by floodwaters, and her body was found inside the submerged vehicle. This eve

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Jun 24 2025WEATHER

East Coast Faces Scorching Heatwave: What's Happening and Why It Matters

The East Coast is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to levels not seen in over a decade. This intense heat is caused by a heat dome, a weather phenomenon where high pressure traps hot air in a region. The effects of this heatwave are far-reaching and severe. In St.

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Jun 23 2025WEATHER

The US is Baking Under a Heat Dome

The US is facing a serious heat wave. A heat dome is pushing temperatures to dangerous levels. This is not just any heat wave. It's one of the strongest in years. Cities from Philadelphia to Boston are feeling the burn. Records are expected to tumble. Some places could see their hottest days in over

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Jan 11 2025SPORTS

California Burning: How Wildfires Threaten LA's Olympic Dreams in 2028

As the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics draw near, a whopping $6. 8 billion investment is on the line. But there's a catch: California's wildfires are getting worse, putting venues and air quality at risk. Take, for instance, the recent Palisades and Eaton fires that destroyed over 53 square miles—just ima

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Oct 21 2024WEATHER

Roswell's Flash Flood: What Happened?

Hey there! You know Roswell, New Mexico? Well, something big happened there. A flash flood hit hard, leaving two people dead and around 290 rescued. It was so bad that cars were swept away and even homes got flooded. The National Guard and other emergency teams jumped in to help. They worked all nig

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Oct 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

North Carolina Floods: Surviving Helene

Western North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene, with severe flooding and landslides causing extensive damage. Road closures have hindered emergency response efforts, while essential services like electricity, internet, and cellular networks remain down. The River Arts District in Ashevill

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Sep 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Yagi's Wrath: The Devastating Storm That Left 59 Dead and Vietnam Reeling

Typhoon Yagi has left a trail of destruction in its wake, claiming the lives of 59 people and causing widespread devastation in northern Vietnam. The storm's powerful winds and heavy rainfall triggered landslides and flash floods, resulting in 44 deaths. The death toll had initially been reported as

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