Klamath River Dam Removal: Averted Disaster? | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

Klamath River Dam Removal: Averted Disaster?

The decommissioning and dismantling of four hydroelectric dams on the Klamath River represents a significant undertaking in ecological restoration. This process involves a complex interplay of engineering, environmental science, and stakeholder engagement,... Read more »
China's Yellow River Disaster: A History & Future | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

China's Yellow River Disaster: A History & Future

The catastrophic flooding of the Huang He, or Yellow River, has been a recurring event throughout Chinese history, often resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life. These inundations, caused by the... Read more »
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Pike River Mine Disaster: A Tragedy's Legacy | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

Pike River Mine Disaster: A Tragedy's Legacy

The November 2010 tragedy at the Pike River Coal Mine on New Zealand’s South Island resulted in the loss of 29 lives. A series of methane explosions, followed by a subsequent fire,... Read more »
1952 Chalk River Nuclear Disaster: Lessons & Legacy | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

1952 Chalk River Nuclear Disaster: Lessons & Legacy

The NRX incident at Chalk River Laboratories, a Canadian nuclear research facility, in 1952 involved a power excursion and subsequent loss of coolant in the NRX reactor, leading to significant core damage... Read more »
Pike River Mine Disaster: A Tragedy Remembered | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

Pike River Mine Disaster: A Tragedy Remembered

The November 2010 tragedy at a coal mine on New Zealand’s West Coast claimed the lives of 29 miners. Methane and coal dust explosions within the mine created an extremely hazardous environment,... Read more »