Worst case tsunami warning for Bristol Channel 'not bad enough'

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 17:52:00 +0200bristolpost (en)

The risk of more devastating tsunamis along the Bristol Channel is much higher than previously thought. A new study into climate change and rising sea levels shows previous estimations for how devastating a tsunami would be for coastal communities in the UK, including the channel, have not gone far enough.

Des employés chargés de nettoyer la centrale de Fukushima exploités (ONU)

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 17:16:00 +0200belga-be-fr (fr)

Des dizaines de milliers d'employés chargés de nettoyer la centrale nucléaire endommagée de Fukushima seraient exploités et exposés à des radiations toxiques, rapportent jeudi des observateurs de l'ONU chargés des droits de l'Homme. "Des migrants, des demandeurs d'asile et des sans-abri feraient....

'Worst case scenario' now possible, say experts

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:31:00 +0200plymouthherald (en)

(Image: Greg Martin) The Asteroid. But the worst widespread tsunami happened more than 1,000 years ago. In 1014 a massive wave crashed against the coast and flooded villages for miles - thought to have been caused by a massive asteroid colliding with the sea.

'Worst case scenario' now possible, say experts

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:08:00 +0200exeterexpressandecho (en)

A 'worst-case scenario' tsunami warning has been issued for Devon by weather experts, and people have reacted with disbelief. It isn't actually within the realms of implausibility, with historical evidence that the South West has been thrashed by large tsunami waves before.

Un terremoto de magnitud 6.6 sacude Alaska sin causar daños

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 04:31:00 +0200elperiodico (es)

Un terremoto de magnitud 6,6 se registró la noche de este miércoles en el Pacífico norte, unos 41 kilómetros al sur del volcán Tanaga de la isla de Tanaga, que forma parte del archipiélago de las Aleutianas (Alaska, EE.UU.), informa el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos. El sismo se ha producido a una profundidad de 31,6 kilómetros.

Small Earthquake Hits Near Talkeetna, Alaska

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 04:23:00 +0200newsweek (en)

A 4.3 magnitude earthquake hit north of Anchorage, Alaska, on Wednesday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey. The earthquake hit at about 8:56 a.m. local time, some 18 miles southeast of Talkeetna. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries as a result of the quake, though many in Alaska reported feeling shaking.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Mapping volcanic ash fall for all weathersThursday, August 16, 2018Research funded by EQC has developed a way of calculating where the ash from a volcano is most likely to fall in different parts of New Zealand.

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 01:01:00 +0200foreignaffairs-nz (en)

Source: Earthquake Commission – EQC. Research funded by the Earthquake Commission (EQC) has developed a way of calculating where the ash from a volcano is most likely to fall, and its thickness, in different parts of New Zealand. Research team leader Dr.

EQC mapping volcanic ash fall for all weathers

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 00:52:00 +0200voxy (en)

Research funded by the Earthquake Commission (EQC) has developed a way of calculating where the ash from a volcano is most likely to fall, and its thickness, in different parts of New Zealand. Research team leader Dr. Simon Barker, from Victoria University of Wellington, says that the research....

Reportan sismo de magnitud 6.6 al suroeste de Alaska, EU

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 00:44:00 +0200xeu (es)

El Servicio Geológico de los Estados Unidos informó sobre un sismo de magnitud 6.6 ocurrido en las Islas Andreanof, al suroeste de Alaska. "Preliminar 6.6 terremoto Islas Andreanof, Islas Aleutianas, Alaska" informó en su cuenta de Twitter. Prelim M6.

New tsunami warning for Devon and Cornwall coasts

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 22:43:00 +0200plymouthherald (en)

The risk of more devastating tsunamis than previously estimated has risen because of climate change, according to new findings published today. Tsunamis are destructive fast-moving waves that can be triggered by earthquakes, mountain slides, or meteor impacts.

Experts say: "What we assumed to be the absolute worst case a few years ago now appears to be modest for what is predicted in some locations."

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 20:18:00 +0200exeterexpressandecho (en)

The risk of more devastating tsunamis than previous estimated has risen because of climate change, according to new findings published today. Tsunamis are destructive fast-moving waves that can be triggered by earthquakes, mountain slides, or meteor impacts.

Experts say: "What we assumed to be the absolute worst case a few years ago now appears to be modest for what is predicted in some locations."

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 20:13:00 +0200westbriton (en)

The risk of more devastating tsunamis than previous estimates has risen because of climate change, according to new findings published today. Tsunamis are destructive fast-moving waves that can be triggered by earthquakes, mountain slides, or meteor impacts.

TSUNAMI WARNING: Global warming to trigger devastating floods inland

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 15:24:00 +0200dailystar (en)

Even a minor sea-level rise of just a foot poses greater risks for coastal communities around the world, warns a new study. Experts found global hazards and potential devastating damage from tsunamis soar as the oceans rise. And they issued a stark warning that the previous "absolute worst case" prediction now appears to be "modest".

Kilauea Could Erupt Again at Any Time

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:00:00 +0200newsweek (en)

After months of constant eruptions, the Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has become relatively quiet, but the United States Geological Survey (USGS) warned residents to stay vigilant—because a new series of eruptions could occur at a moment’s notice. On Monday, the USGS released a status report that....

Un terremoto de magnitud 4,8 se registra en el sur de Italia

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 01:35:00 +0200rt-es (es)

Este martes 14 de agosto un sismo de magnitud de 4,8 ha sacudido el sur de Italia, según informa el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos ( USGS , por sus siglas en inglés). El terremoto se ha registrado a unos 10 kilómetros de profundidad y a 4 kilómetros al sur de Palata (Molise), una localidad situada a unos 280 kilómetros de Roma.

Un terremoto de magnitud 4,8 se registra en el centro de Italia

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:50:00 +0200rt-es (es)

Este martes 14 de agosto un sismo de magnitud de 4,8 ha sacudido el sur de Italia, según informa el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos ( USGS , por sus siglas en inglés). El terremoto se ha registrado a unos 10 kilómetros de profundidad y a 4 kilómetros al sur de Palata, una localidad situada a 280 kilómetros de Roma.

Pennsylvania: Iglesia Católica encubrió a más de 300 curas pedófilos para "evitar el escándalo"

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 23:02:00 +0200cooperativa (es)

Un terremoto eclesiástico vive el estado de Pennsylvania, en Estados Unidos , luego de revelarse un informe judicial que determinó que más de 300 sacerdotes abusadores sexuales que han sido encubiertos -tanto por los funcionarios de la Iglesia en el estado, como por el Vaticano - en los últimos 70 años.

Warming Is Worsening Wildfires, But Not Everywhere or Every Time

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 18:56:00 +0200scientificamerican (en)

As California continues to burn under some of its largest infernos ever recorded, scientists largely agree that the fingerprint of climate change can be found in the ashes. Hotter, drier conditions are priming the western United States for longer fire seasons and bigger, hotter blazes. It’s not just California.

Video: un tsunami de nubes sorprendió a un pueblo de Estados Unidos

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 22:01:00 +0200clarin (es)

La sorpresa fue enorme en Anna , un pequeño pueblo ubicado en el estado de Illinois, en Estados Unidos . Es que sus habitantes fueron testigos de cómo una gigante masa de nubes fue metiéndose entre sus calles, como si fuera un tsunami. "Parece algo sacado de la Biblia.

South Carolina named one of the worst states to have a baby, study says

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:22:00 +0200wbtv (en)

(WIS) - South Carolina has been named one of the worst states to have a baby, according to a new study. With August being one of the most popular months for newborn arrival and Americans paying the highest birthing costs in the world, the personal-finance website WalletHub released its report on To determine the most ideal places in the U.

US gas prices rise

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 07:06:00 +0200vindy (en)

. CAMARILLO, Calif. The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline has risen 2 cents a gallon over the past two weeks, to $2.93. Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg of the Lundberg Survey says that’s 53 cents a gallon higher than at this time last year.

Work from home with Amazon

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 06:20:00 +0200wbtv (en)

Amidst the fights, sources said, two staff members were injured. One staff member, WBTV was told, suffered a broken nose. More >> Amidst the fights, sources said, two staff members were injured. One staff member, WBTV was told, suffered a broken nose. Officers responded to the 300 block of Union Cemetery Road around 1:37 a.

Rescue Iranians before the flood

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 05:54:00 +0200arabtimes (en)

THE insistence of the Iranian regime to confront the international community will not lead to the ‘Divine Triumph’ it has been dreaming of. It is really too late for the Mullahs to stop the internal violence they caused. The more the ball of popular anger rolls, the bigger it becomes due to the....

Etats-Unis : un séisme de magnitude 6,1 secoue le centre de l'Alaska, pas d'alerte au tsunami

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:36:00 +0200french.china.org.cn (fr)

Un séisme de magnitude 6,1 sur l'échelle de Richter a secoué à 14h58 GMT une zone située à 64 km au sud-ouest de Kaktovik, dans le nord du borough de North Slope en Alaska, aux Etats-Unis, a annoncé l'Institut d'études géologiques des Etats-Unis (USGS).

Strongest-ever earthquake hits Alaska’s North Slope region

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:32:00 +0200inquirer (en)

KAVIK RIVER CAMP, Alaska, United States — Alaska’s North Slope was hit Sunday by the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in the region, the state’s seismologist said. At 6:58 a.m. Sunday, the magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck an area 42 miles (67 kilometers) east of Kavik River Camp and 343 miles....

6.1 magnitude earthquake hits near Kaktovik, Alaska

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:13:00 +0200rt (en)

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck central Alaska on Sunday. The United States Geological Survey registered the earthquake as having an epicenter 2.6 km below the ground. The earthquake struck 40 miles (64 km) southwest of Kaktovik in Alaska. The coastal area town is home to 239 people, according to the latest census.

Strongest-ever earthquake hits Alaska's North Slope region

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:51:00 +0200accesswdun (en)

KAVIK RIVER CAMP, Alaska (AP) Alaska's North Slope was hit Sunday by the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in the region, the state's seismologist said. At 6:58 a.m. Sunday, the magnitude 6,.4 earthquake struck an area 42 miles (67 kilometers) east of Kavik River Camp and 343 miles (551....

Video viral: la aterradora “nube tsunami” que causó pánico en Estados Unidos

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:03:00 +0200diario26 (es)

Los habitantes de la localidad de Anna, en Illinois, registraron un extraño fenómeno meteorológico que les causó mucho temor. Mirá el video en la nota. Una espectacular “nube tsunami” sorprendió a los habitantes de la localidad estadounidense de Anna, Illinois. Your browser does not support the video element.

6.5 magnitude earthquake hits Central Alaska

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 21:58:00 +0200vanguardngr (en)

United States Geological Survey registered a strong 6.5 magnitude earthquake in central Alaska on Sunday. According to the agency, the epicenter lay at the depth of 2.8 kilometers and 60.9 km south-west of Elupak and 564.3 km north-east of College with the population of some 13, 000 people. 6.5 magnitude earthquake hits central Alaska.

Estados Unidos: Sismo de 6,1 grados sacude Alaska

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 21:27:00 +0200expreso-PE (es)

Aun no hay reportes de posibles daños. Un sismo de magnitud 6,1 se ha registrado este domingo al norte del estado de Alaska, informa el Servicio Geológico de EE.UU. (USGS). El movimiento telúrico ocurrió a las 14:58 horas (UTC) y su foco se detectó a una profundidad de 9,9 kilómetros.

LEAD Etats-Unis : un séisme de magnitude 6,1 secoue le centre de l'Alaska, pas d'alerte au tsunami

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 20:14:00 +0200french.china.org.cn (fr)

Un séisme de magnitude 6,1 sur l'échelle de Richter a secoué à 14h58 GMT une zone située à 64 km au sud-ouest de Kaktovik, dans le nord du borough de North Slope en Alaska, aux Etats-Unis, a annoncé l'Institut d'études géologiques des Etats-Unis (USGS).

Massive 6.5 magnitude EARTHQUAKE strikes off US coast

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 19:38:00 +0200dailystar (en)

. A HUGE 6.5 magnitude earthquake has been recorded today off the US coast. The tremor struck 67.4 km east at a depth of just 3km off Kavik River Camp, Alaska. It is reported the quake, registered by the United States Geological Survey, was followed by three more of "less intensity" at just before 7am local time.

6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Alaska

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 19:23:00 +0200theepochtimes (en)

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck northern Alaska on Aug. 12, hitting a remote area in the state’s North Slope region. The quake hit the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge about 52 miles southwest of Kaktovik, 85 miles southeast of Deadhorse, 85 miles southeast of Prudhoe Bay, and 104 miles north of Arctic Village, said the Alaska Earthquake Center.

6.5 margnitude earthquake hits Central Alaska

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 18:13:00 +0200nan (en)

6.5 magnitude earthquake hits central Alaska. United States Geological Survey registered a strong 6.5 magnitude earthquake in central Alaska on Sunday. According to the agency, the epicenter lay at the depth of 2.8 kilometers and 60.9 km south-west of Elupak and 564.3 km north-east of College with the population of some 13, 000 people.

Alaska hit by 6.5 magnitude earthquake

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 18:10:00 +0200israelnationalnews (en)

The United States Geological Survey says that an earthquake measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale struck an area on Alaska's northern coast, Sunday morning local time, between the Prudhoe Bay oil fields and the Canadian border. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.