Hurricane Mitch 1998
Mitch caused an estimated $6 billion worth of damage, leaving people homeless and destroying crucial infrastructure, including roads, bridges,…
1815 Eruption of Mount Tambora Indonesia
It ejected nearly 160 cubic kilometres of rock, ash, and gas into the atmosphere—equivalent to 52 billion tonnes of TNT exploding at once.
1979 Hurricane David Dominican Republic, Dominica
Beyond the immediate destruction, the 1946 earthquake had several hidden consequences that were felt for decades.
Heat Waves USA 1901 and 1936
Although temperatures soared above 100°F in major cities, there was no real public outcry or coverage beyond local newspapers, which often…
China 1933 Diexi Earthquake
The Diexi Earthquake did more than just cause physical damage; it wreaked havoc on the economy and political landscape of China.
Iran 1978 Tabas Earthquake
Years after the quake, people in affected regions still faced difficulties due to incomplete recovery efforts.
Italy 1908 Messina Earthquake
Messina, a thriving coastal city in Sicily, stood no chance against the monstrous earthquake that struck just before 5:21 AM.
Iran 1972 Qir Earthquake
The Qir Earthquake is often overshadowed by other major natural disasters in the region, but its true devastation is rarely acknowledged.
1912 China Typhoon
The sheer power of this typhoon overwhelmed local defences, catching communities off guard and leaving them to deal with the aftermath.
Doji Bara Famine or Skull Famine India 1789-1793
The Doji Bara Famine serves as an alarming case study of how environmental and political factors can converge to create mass suffering.