Catastrophic events on Mount Everest range from avalanches and falls to altitude sickness and blizzards. The 1996 blizzard, the 2014 ice avalanche in the Khumbu Icefall, and the 2015 earthquake and subsequent... Read more »
Catastrophic events causing damages exceeding $1 billion are a significant concern in modern society. These high-impact events encompass a wide range of natural hazards, including hurricanes, floods, wildfires, earthquakes, and severe storms.... Read more »
The process of restoring critical business operations after an unforeseen disruptive eventwhether a natural disaster, cyberattack, or equipment failureis crucial for organizational survival. For example, a robust plan might involve backing up... Read more »
On October 22, 1895, a steam locomotive hauling the GranvilleParis Express overran the buffer stop at its Gare Montparnasse terminus. The train crashed through the station wall, plunging onto the Place de... Read more »
The catastrophic collision of two aircraft on a runway at Munich-Riem Airport on February 6, 1958, resulted in the loss of 20 lives, including eight Manchester United players, three club staff members,... Read more »
The 1989 explosion and fire at the Phillips 66 Company’s Houston Chemical Complex in Pasadena, Texas, resulted in 23 fatalities and over 300 injuries. The incident stemmed from a release of extremely... Read more »
Protecting business operations from unforeseen events like natural disasters, cyberattacks, or hardware failures requires a robust continuity plan. A platform approach to business continuity leverages software-defined infrastructure to create resilient and easily... Read more »
The concept of a region with minimal vulnerability to geophysical events like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and hydrometeorological phenomena such as floods, droughts, cyclones, and wildfires is complex and often debated. No... Read more »
Catastrophic events in the coal mining industry of Wales, often involving explosions, flooding, or roof collapses, resulted in significant loss of life and lasting impacts on communities. Examples include the Senghenydd Universal... Read more »
Organizations operating outside of governmental control offer disaster-related services, including search and rescue, medical aid, logistical support, and the distribution of essential supplies. For instance, these organizations might deploy skilled personnel and... Read more »