Indian Great Famine of 1876-1878
Women and children suffered the worst fates—many were abandoned, trafficked, or forced into prostitution just to survive.
Japan 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake
The events surrounding the 1995 earthquake were not just about physical destruction, but about how the disaster reshaped Japan's approach to…
Japan Typhoon Ida 1958
The impact of Typhoon Ida changed Japan’s approach to disaster management. It highlighted the gaps in infrastructure, particularly in storm…
Dominican Republic 1946 Dominican Republic Earthquake
Despite its severity, the event was somewhat underreported internationally, with the media focusing on other global events at the time.
Turkey 1983 Erzurum Earthquake
Beyond the immediate devastation, the earthquake acted as a wake-up call, revealing the critical flaws in Turkey’s infrastructure and disaster…
The Great Natchez Tornado 1840 United States Mississippi-Louisiana
Winds exceeding 200 mph obliterated homes, businesses, and boats, leaving an apocalyptic trail of destruction.
September 1921 San Antonio Floods USA
Looking back, it is clear that the city's rapid growth without addressing its flood risks contributed significantly to the scale of the disaster.
2002 Hindu Kush Earthquakes Afghanistan
The first tremor, measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale, occurred on March 3rd, 2002, followed by a second significant shock of 6.1 magnitude on…
Peshtigo Fire Wisconsin USA 1871
These fire tornadoes were deadly—some lifted entire roofs and flung people into the air, while others created explosions of flame that…
West Bengal Cyclone 1942
The lack of timely action from the authorities during the aftermath made the situation worse, extending the suffering of those affected and…