A presidentially declared disaster triggers the release of federal resources to support state and local governments in responding to and recovering from overwhelmingly destructive events. This assistance can include funding for individual... Read more »
The Disaster Transport SR is a modulation pedal manufactured by EarthQuaker Devices. It offers a wide range of sonic possibilities, from subtle chorus and vibrato to intense phasing and resonant filtering. This... Read more »
The individuals who perished or suffered injuries during the capsizing of the SS Eastland on the Chicago River in 1915 represent a significant chapter in maritime history. This tragedy, involving primarily employees... Read more »
Specialized groups, composed of trained professionals and volunteers, are mobilized to provide immediate assistance following natural or human-made catastrophes. These groups may include medical personnel, search and rescue specialists, engineers, logisticians, and... Read more »
The January 2012 shipwreck off the coast of Isola del Giglio, Italy, involved a large cruise ship striking a reef, resulting in significant damage, capsizing, and the tragic loss of 32 lives.... Read more »
A formal governmental act, typically at the local, state, or national level, acknowledges the existence of an extraordinary event overwhelming available resources and necessitating external assistance. For instance, a governor might issue... Read more »
Catastrophic events within the United States, whether natural or human-caused, significantly impact the nation’s social, economic, and environmental landscape. These range from hurricanes and earthquakes to industrial accidents and terrorist attacks, each... Read more »
Losses incurred due to unexpected and catastrophic events, such as federally declared natural disasters, may be eligible for certain tax relief. For example, if a flood damages a home or business, resulting... Read more »
On the morning of 21 October 1966, a catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip engulfed the Welsh village of Aberfan. The sudden avalanche of coal waste, liquefied by heavy rain, buried... Read more »
The collapse of a section of the Interstate 40 bridge over the Arkansas River in 2002 resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. A barge collided with a bridge pier, causing a critical... Read more »