Myanmar earthquake caused by rare type of superfast rupture, scientists say - Many are feared still trapped under collapsed buildings as rescue operations underway ...

Manmade or technological disasters are unpredictable, can spread across geographical boundaries, may be unpreventable, and may have limited physical damage but long-term effects. Some disasters in ...

Rare storm surges have risen as much as 14 meters ... When returning to their dwellings after a disaster, residents should check for structural damage and electrical or natural gas or propane ...