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Shaking things up: How to minimize earthquake damage
When the ground starts to rumble, it’s too late to start preparing. Earthquakes can strike without warning, leaving destruction in their wake. However, with proper planning and preparation, we can significantly reduce the damage caused by these seismic events. Let’s explore some scientifically backed strategies to minimize earthquake damage, drawing from expert sources and government agencies.
Earthquakes: Understanding the forces beneath the Earth’s surface
Earthquakes are among the most dramatic and destructive natural phenomena. They occur when energy stored in the Earth’s crust is suddenly released. This energy release results from the movement of tectonic plates, leading to seismic waves that shake the ground. Here’s an in-depth look at what causes earthquakes, how they are measured, and recent significant seismic events.
Ball lightning. What causes ball lightning? The most incredible facts about this phenomenon
What causes ball lightning? What is ball lightning? This is our pick of the most mind-boggling facts about ball lightning. Let's unriddle at least some of the riddles.
Weather forecast for Brazil in July: hotter than usual but rainier than last year
For all major cities in the country, July is the coldest month of the year. However, due to global climate change, all regions of Brazil will exceed their average monthly temperature norms. The greatest anomalies are expected in the Central-West region, for example in Campo Grande, up to 1.8°C above normal.
What will the summer of 2024 be like in Turkey?
This summer could become record-breaking hot for Turkey. Significant temperature increases above the climatic norm and last year’s temperatures are forecasted for Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir, Bursa, Konya, Antalya, and several other major cities. Additionally, drier weather compared to last year is expected for the entire western and central parts of the country. Considering that in 2023, some locations, such as Izmir, broke nearly century-old heat records, something similar can be expected this coming summer. July will be the hottest month. Hot dry air is expected to be brought again by the hot winds blowing from the Sahara Desert.
