Hurricane John devastates Acapulco, Mexico
The resilient tourism hubs of Acapulco and Puerto Escondido on Mexico’s southern Pacific coast have been caught off guard by the rapid intensification of Hurricane John.
September
Flash Floods in Alcalá del Júcar, Spain: A Sudden and Powerful Disaster
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, the town of Alcalá del Júcar in eastern Spain’s Albacete province witnessed a sudden and devastating flash flood that swept away 15 cars into the Jucar River.
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Tropical Storm Pulasan Brings Varied Impacts to Okinawa, Japan and Sets its Sights on Shanghai, China
Tropical Storm “Pulasan” made its way across Okinawa, Japan, on Wednesday night, September 18, 2024, leaving behind a trail of varied impacts.
Unprecedented Rainfall Triggers Coastal Chaos in Carolinas: State of Emergency Declared
A powerful coastal storm, unofficially dubbed Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight, drenched North Carolina with a record-breaking deluge on Monday, September 16th. The relentless downpour, exceeding a year’s worth of rain in some areas in just 24 hours, triggered widespread flash floods, impassable roads, and numerous rescues. Several areas, including Carolina Beach and Southport, declared states of emergency as the storm unleashed its fury.
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Partial Lunar Eclipse Grips The Americas, Europe, and Africa.
The celestial calendar for 2024 is set to witness a captivating astronomical event, as a partial lunar eclipse graces the skies on September 18th. This enchanting phenomenon will be visible to skywatchers across a vast geographical expanse, including the Americas, Europe, and Africa.
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