Recreating the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear accident through computer modeling and computational analysis allows researchers to study the complex chain of events, from the initial reactor instability to the widespread radiological contamination. Such... Read more »
Catastrophic events posing an existential threat to humankind encompass a wide range of potential scenarios. These include natural phenomena such as asteroid impacts, supervolcano eruptions, and pandemics, as well as anthropogenic threats... Read more »
Catastrophic events stemming from natural forces have resulted in significant financial losses throughout the United States’ history. Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the Gulf Coast in 2005, serves as a prominent example of... Read more »
The question of whether the COVID-19 pandemic qualifies individuals for hardship withdrawals from retirement accounts, such as 401(k)s and IRAs, centers around the definition of a “qualified disaster.” Typically, this involves events... Read more »
The concept of organizations profiting from disasters, whether through direct involvement or indirect exploitation, is a complex and often controversial phenomenon. For example, construction companies might see increased business after a hurricane,... Read more »
Catastrophic failures in engineered structures and systems have profound consequences, ranging from significant loss of life and widespread environmental damage to severe economic repercussions and lasting psychological trauma. Examples include bridge collapses,... Read more »
Movies centered on large-scale catastrophes, whether natural or human-made, constitute a distinct genre. These narratives frequently depict the struggles of individuals and communities facing earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, pandemics, or technological failures. A... Read more »
Michigan, while known for its natural beauty and industrial heritage, is susceptible to a range of hazardous events. These include severe weather phenomena such as tornadoes, blizzards, and flooding, as well as... Read more »
Images related to the Bhopal gas tragedy serve as a crucial visual record of the industrial disaster that unfolded in Bhopal, India, in December 1984. These photographs document the immediate aftermath, including... Read more »
A pre-designed document providing a framework for organizations to restore critical IT infrastructure and operations after an unforeseen disruptive event offers a structured approach to minimizing downtime and data loss. This framework... Read more »