The catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius that engulfed the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum occurred in 79 CE. Archaeological evidence points to the event taking place specifically in the autumn, likely... Read more »
Colorado experiences a range of natural hazards, including wildfires, floods, blizzards, droughts, and severe thunderstorms, including hail and tornadoes. While earthquakes are less frequent, they are possible. The state’s diverse geography, ranging... Read more »
Arizona, while often perceived as a land of arid deserts and scorching sun, is not immune to the forces of nature. The state experiences a range of hazards, some unique to its... Read more »
The Chernobyl disaster, a catastrophic nuclear accident, occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant near the city of Pripyat in northern Ukraine, then part of the Soviet Union. The resulting explosion and... Read more »
The Chernobyl disaster, a catastrophic nuclear accident, resulted from a confluence of flawed reactor design, inadequate safety procedures, and human error. A power surge during a simulated power outage test on April... Read more »
The Golden State faces a unique confluence of geological and climatic conditions that render it susceptible to a range of hazards. These include earthquakes resulting from the state’s location on the seismically... Read more »