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September 25, 2021: A moderate earthquake of magnitude 4.5 has been recorded in Sindhupalchowk today, Nepal's National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Center confirmed. The earthquake occurred at 12:12 pm Saturday afternoon with epicenter in northern part of Sindhupalchowk near Pangtang, Nepal . On Monday, an earthquake of magnitude 4.2 was recorded in Kharra, Darchula.

Q: What seismic wave moves in an elliptical motion that produces both vertical and horizontal motions? A: 

Q: Which theory states that the entire crust is broken and is continuously moving? a. Continental Drift b. Seafloor Spreading c. Plate Tectonics d. Titanic Theory  A: The correct answer is Plate Tectonics

Q: If you will plot the earthquake epicenters, active volcanoes and major mountain ranges on the map of tectonic plates, do you think there will be areas where these geologic features are concentrated? A:  

September 24, 2021: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $251 million for urban flood protection and management in India. The loan has been issued for integrated flood management of the Chennai–Kosasthalaiyar river basin. The loan will be utilized to establish climate-resilient urban flood protection infrastructure. 

September 23, 2021: A small earthquake of magnitude 2.7 has been recorded in Carson today at 7:58 p.m., the United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed. The earthquake occurred at 4.6 km depth. The tremor was felt by the people of Torrance, Long Beach, Gardena, Harbor City, Compton, Lomita, Wilmington, Lawndale and Redondo Beach.

Q: Which plate pushes the Philippine plate toward the Eurasian plate? A:  The pacific plate pushes the Philippine plate toward the Eurasian plate. The pacific plate floats on the surface of the mantle which pushes the Philippines plate towards the Eurasian plate.

September 22, 2021: A volcano eruption on La Palma in the Spanish Canary Islands has destroyed around 100 houses and forced the evacuation of about 5,500 residents. The authorities are closely monitoring fires that may start from the burning lava of Cumbre Vieja volcano. Evacuation orders have been issued for El Paso and Los Llanos de Aridane. According to Copernicus Emergency Management Service, the lava from the volcano has spread over 154 hectares in the towns of El Paso and Los Llanos de Aridane. The Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez flew to La Palma to oversee rescue efforts.

Q: How much is flood insurance in Cape Coral, Florida? A: As of September 2021, there are 33,256 policies in force in Cape Coral with total premium of $24,297,524. It gives the average flood insurance cost per policy of $731 for Cape Coral, Florida. Related Post:  Average cost of flood insurance in Pinellas county, Florida

Q: How much is flood insurance in Pinellas county, Florida? A: The average cost of flood insurance in Florida is $562 for policies purchased through the he National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). As much of Pinellas County is prone to flooding, there is necessity of flood insurance for your home, business, or rental. However, the flood insurance rates are calculated based on a variety of factors, including FEMA flood zone, structure elevation, and building construction.  Related Post:  What is the average cost of flood insurance in Texas?

Q: Is Wright flood insurance through FEMA? A:  Wright Flood insurance policies are administered by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through FEMA. In partnership with FEMA, Wright Flood provides federal flood policies to protect homes, businesses, and their contents from flood disasters and has grown into the largest flood insurance company across the country. Wright Flood sells federal flood insurance through more than 17,000 independent agencies across the US. Wright Flood insurance policies are backed wholly by the US Government, and subject to congressional legislation, administered by the NFIP through FEMA, a division of US Homeland Security. One should note that FEMA is the biggest but not the only provider of flood insurance.  Contact Details : Email us at floodmarketing@weareflood.com Call Flood Marketing at 1.866.373.5663 Related Posts: Does GEICO renters insurance cover flood damage? What is the average cost of flood insurance in Texas?

Q: Is mudflow covered by flood insurance A: Yes, the mudflow is covered by flood insurance. It is available from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and some private insurance companies.  However, the mudslide is not covered by the flood insurance policy. Related Post:  Difference between mudslide and mudflow

Q: Is mudslide covered by flood insurance? A: No, mudslide is not covered by the flood insurance policy. The mudslide don't contain enough liquid to seep into your home and not eligible for flood insurance policy. However, the mudflow is covered by flood insurance . It is available from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and some private insurance companies.  Related Post:  Difference between mudslide and mudflow

Q: Is mudslide and mudflow the same? A: Mudflows are often called mudslides. But the mudslide and mudflow aren't same thing. Mudslide is a geological disaster in which large amount of mud moves rapidly down. The mudslides don't contain enough liquid to seep into the property. While mudflow is mainly caused by heavy rainfall carrying mud and water.

September 22, 2021: Geoscience Australia has confirmed a 5.9 magnitude earthquake at 09.15 AEST morning near Mansfield, Victoria. The earthquake's epicenter was recorded at a depth of approximately 10kms. The quake was felt as far away as the city of Adelaide and Sydney. At least 12 miners were underground at the time of the earthquake in Mansfield, but they had been safely evacuated. The earthquake also damaged buildings on Chapel Street in Melbourne. The Emergency Management Commissioner of Victoria has warned residents that aftershocks could continue for days or weeks. The current earthquake is one of the state's strongest earthquakes in history.

Q: What is GEICO insurance company ID number? A:  Geico's insurance company code is 35882 with the NAIC. Most states allow digital ID cards as valid proof of insurance. The information that insurance ID cards contain vary by state but generally the policy number, policy effective dates, vehicles and policyholders are shown. 

Q: What is the average cost of flood insurance in Texas? A: According to the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), the average flood policy costs about $700 per year. Texas is particularly prone to floods as every major city in Texas is in an area at high risk of flooding. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), Texas has nearly 800,000 active flood insurance policies.  The Texas flood insurance rates varies from one homeowner to another based on flood risk, property value etc. The flood insurance cost is highly dependent on your home's location on a flood map and elevation.  Related Post: How cheap is flood insurance in Pinellas County?

Q: Does GEICO renters insurance cover flood damage? A:  One should note that your landlord's insurance policy doesn't cover any of your personal property. In such case, renters insurance policy protects you and your belongings from the unexpected damage.  Talking about the GEICO renters insurance policy, it doesn't cover the flood damage.  According to GEICO, the natural disasters such as earthquakes and flooding are excluded from renters insurance, however, specialized policies may be available for these events. The popular insurance types provided by GEICO are auto, homeowners and renters.  Type of damage that GEICO renters insurance cover: Fire, smoke damage, vandalism, theft, windstorm, water damage, visitor injuries Cost of GEICO renters insurance: As little as $12 per month Contact details of GEICO insurance: Get a free online renters insurance quote from this link (www.geico.com/renters-insurance) or call (800) 841-2964. Related Post: What does USAA windstorm ins

Q: How will you help your neighbours in case of cyclone approaches your village or town? A: In case of cyclone approaches my village or town, I will help my neighbours in the following ways: -Helping them to find cyclone shelters and other safer place -Helping people to shift their important household goods, cattle and vehicles to safer place -Communicate with the government agencies and follow the official notices

Q: If an earthquake begins while you are in a building the safest thing for you to do is A: If an earthquake begins while you are in a building, the safest thing for you to do is to stay calm and  - Stand against a wall near the center of the building - Stand in a doorway or - Crawl under heavy furniture (a desk or table)

Q: Which two plates do you think crashed millions of years ago to form the himalayas? A: The Indian Plate and Eurasian Plate crashed millions of years ago to form the himalayas. The collision between the Indian Plate and Eurasian Plate began 50 million years ago and still continues today forming the himalayas.

September 14, 2021: Recent flooding in Gujarat has claimed lives of three people and left five others missing Two people died in Jamnagar and one in Rajkot. Around 1,300 have been asked to evacuate and move to the upper areas in Rajkot city Also around 4200 people have been evacuated from Jamnagar district. Schools and colleges have been closed due to the floodwater in Rajkot city and adjoining areas.

September 14, 2021: Recent flash floods in the Nigerian capital Abuja and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have claimed lives of four people. According to the FCT Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the illegal building construction and blocked drainage channels have worsen the flood situation in the city.

Q: Disaster at Chernobyl (USSR), Three Mile Island (USA), and Fukusima (JAPAN) are all related to which disaster? (a) Disaster caused by earthquake (b) Disaster caused by Tsunami (c) Nuclear disaster (d) Epidemic disaster The correct answer is nuclear disaster

Q: Which body in the state of Tripura can declare emergency in case of state level disaster? a. TDMA b. SEC c. Department of Public works  d. Department of minister The correct answer is TDMA which means Tripura Disaster Management Authority 

Q: Which volcanic eruption is responsible for raising temperature of the Northern Hemisphere by 1.2 °c? a. Bhuj b. Etna c. Krakatoa d. Mt. Pinatubo The correct answer is Krakatoa Krakatoa is a small volcanic island in Indonesia, located about 100 miles west of Jakarta.

Q: Hazards and disasters are mainly classified as a. Physical and chemical b. Natural and Human induced c. Physical and Human d. Social and cultural  The correct answer is physical and human

Q: What are the roles of NGOs in disaster related preparedness stage? a) Public awareness and education  b) Vulnerability and risk assessment  c) Forming and training DNTs, introducing alternative technologies  d) All of the above The correct answer is all of the above.

Q: What are the major Hazard/disaster management related activities? a) Preparedness  b) Response  c) Recovery  d) All of the above The correct answer is all of the above.

Q: What are the consequences of disaster on a society? a. Loss of life b. Damage to property c. Environmental Damages d. All of the above The correct answer is all of the above. 

September 13, 2021: A light earthquake of magnitude 3.6 rattles Thousand Oaks, California today, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed. The earthquake's epicenter was located 5km NNW of Thousand Oaks, CA. The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 1.8 km. The tremor was felt by the people of Thousand Oaks, Camarillo, Westlake Village, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Oak Park,Simi Valley, Agoura Hills, Malibu, West Hills, Fillmore, Calabasas, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Winnetka, Stevenson Ranch, Porter Ranch,Northridge and as far as Ventura.

September 13, 2021: A moderate earthquake of magnitude 5.1 has been recorded in Mashhad, Iran today. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake's epicenter was located 38 km ENE of Qūchān, Iran. The earthquake occurred at 10 km depth. Did you feel this earthquake in Mashhad today? Kindly share your experiences in the comment section below.

Q: What government agency is tasked to identify the intensity of earthquake in the Philippines? A: The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) is tasked to identify the intensity of earthquake in the Philippines.   PHIVOLCS operates 108 seismic monitoring stations all over the Philippines as of December 2020. PHIVOLCS is a service institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). It works providing services for warning, disaster preparedness and mitigation.  Related Post: List of recent natural disasters in Philippines

The 1958 Lituya Bay, Alaska earthquake had a moment magnitude of 7.8 to 8.3 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of XI (extreme). A tsunami with a record run-up height of 1720 feet occurred in Lituya Bay, Alaska. When did the Lituya Bay Tsunami occur? July 9, 1958 How did the Lituya Bay tsunami start? The 1958 Lituya Bay, Alaska earthquake triggered a major subaerial landslide into Gilbert Inlet at the head of Lituya Bay on the southern coast of Alaska. The landslide impacted the water at high speed generating a giant tsunami. Did anyone died in Lituya Bay tsunami? Five people died in Lituya Bay tsunami. How much land did the Lituya Bay tsunami destroy? Lituya Bay earthquake triggered a rockslide of 40 million cubic yards (30 million cubic meters and about 90 million tons) into the narrow inlet of Lituya Bay, Alaska. Was there a warning for the Lituya Bay tsunami? As the megatsusnmani was caused due to the massive landslide in the area, there was no warning for the Lituya Bay tsunami.

Q: How are earthquakes distributed on the map of earthquake distribution? A:  The earthquakes are mainly distributed at the edge of tectonic plates on the map of earthquake distribution. When earthquakes are plotted on a world map, the earthquake locations look like narrow bands winding through the continents and oceans. The earthquakes are found along the fault line and lines of plate subsidence. Related Post:  How are volcanoes distributed on the map?

Q: How are volcanoes distributed on the map? A:  The volcanoes are distributed mostly o coastline, especially on tectonic plate boundaries. Most volcanoes are found along a belt, called the “Ring of Fire” that encircles the Pacific Ocean.  The volcanoes aren't randomly distributed over the Earth's surface. Most of the volcanoes are concentrated on the edges of continents, along island chains, or beneath the sea. There are around 1500 potentially active volcanoes worldwide.

Q: Where is the epicenter of the hypothetical earthquake? A: The epicenter of a hypothetical earthquake is located at the point where the earthquake starts to rupture. On the other hand, the epicenter is the point on the earth's surface vertically above the hypocenter. The epicenter helps to identify the fault that ruptured causing the earthquake.

USAA windstorm insurance covers the damage caused by hurricanes, hail, tornadoes or other windstorm events. One should note that most property insurance doesn't include coverage for storm surge or flood damage. USAA is a San Antonio-based company with more than 12.4 million members. Apart from USA, it has offices in London and Frankfurt as well. To learn more about various natural disaster insurance coverage, log on usaa.com. USAA windstorm insurance phone number: 877-600-5717 /  toll-free fax to 866-261-8507 Related Post:  Does USAA have flood insurance?

September 11, 2021: A destructive tornado in the Italian island of Pantelleria has claimed lives of two people and injured nine others. One of the fatality has been identified as a firefighter from Pantelleria Island region.

September 11, 2021: Hurricane Larry made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 120 km/h in Canada today. Hurricane Larry has caused power outage to more than 10,000 customers mostly on the Avalon Peninsula, The Newfoundland Power confirmed. According to the Environment Canada, storm surge has been near the Burin Peninsula and Avalon Peninsula. As of 03:50 UTC today, Hurricane Larry is located about 135 km WSW of St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.

September 11, 2021: Chanthu (known as Kiko in the Philippines) is currently a Category 5 Super Typhoon which is forecast to pass over extreme Northern Luzon, Philippines and lash Taiwan within two days. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued TCWS No.4 over the northeastern portion of Babuyan Islands and the southern portion of Batanes. Typhoon Chanthu is located about 530 kilometers south-southeast of Taiwan's southernmost tip of Eluanbi as of 03:00 UTC today. The Central Weather Bureau (CWB) of Taiwan has already issued a land warning for Super Typhoon Chanthu. Super Typhoon Chanthu is forecast to continue turning north-northwest and weaken to a Category 4-equivalent before making landfall in southern Taiwan on Sept. 11. The storm's center is forecast to move near or over Taipei as a Category 2 storm.

Q: What major city in Uzbekistan was destroyed by an earthquake in 1966? A : Tashkent, the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan was destroyed by an earthquake in 1966. An earthquake with magnitude 5.1 had its epicenter in central Tashkent. The 1966 Tashkent earthquake claimed lives of around 15 people and made around 300,000 people homeless. The earthquake destroyed over 80% of the Tashkent city.

Q: What are the procedures for earthquake drill to be conducted at daycare or preschool? A:  The earthquake drill for a daycare or preschool is necessary to tackle the emergency situation. An individual should be aware about how to be safe during the earthquake after the disaster. Below are few suggestions from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): To do before an earthquake -Make your building more earthquake-proof -Include earthquake preparedness in your emergency plans -Teach children and staff what to do if an earthquake happens Prepare an emergency kit The emergency kit should include -Flashlight with extra bulbs and extra batteries -Portable battery-operated radio and extra batteries -First aid kit and manual -Roster of children with addresses and their parents’ emergency contact information -Emergency food and water -Essential medicines and medical supplies -Diapers and wipes -Blankets -Work gloves -Sturdy boots or shoes Earthquake drill -Identify a safe gathering place ou

Q: Does USAA have flood insurance? A: As per United Services Automobile Association (USAA), the flood insurance is typically not covered in a homeowners insurance policy; although, flood coverage is part of a USAA Renters Insurance policy.  The flood losses are generally covered by your National Flood Insurance Program policy through USAA. USAA provides flood insurance through the NFIP as well as through its broker network.  USAA is a San Antonio-based company with more than 12.4 million members. Apart from USA, it has offices in London and Frankfurt as well. To learn more about various natural disaster insurance coverage, log on usaa.com. USAA flood insurance Phone Number: 210-531-USAA (That's 210-531-8722) or 800-531-USAA (That's 800-531-8722). Related Posts:   Don't Forget To Get Flood Insurance Hurricanes and floods are Louisiana's costliest disasters --which is hardly news for people who have lived through Katrina, Rita, Ike and Gustav since 2005. Quick tips befor

Q: How did the Tangshan earthquake happen? A: The Tangshan earthquake happened due to tectonic forces generated by the Amurian tectonic plate interacting with the Eurasian tectonic plate.  The 1976 Tangshan earthquake occurred near a vertical right-lateral strike-slip fault sliding about three meters to the southwest.  The Tangshan earthquake which occurred in 1976 had magnitude of 7.6 located around Tangshan, Hebei, People's Republic of China. Related Post:  How did the 2014 Ludian earthquake happen?

Q:  How did the Ludian earthquake happen? A: The Ludian earthquake happened due to the movement along the Baogunao-Xiaohe fault (left lateral strike-slip) system. The 2014 Ludian earthquake quake was the result of a strike-slip fault, whose fault plane has a southwest-northeast strike.  The Ludian earthquake was of magnitude 6.1 which struck Ludian County, Yunnan, China on 3 August 2014.

Q: What did Poseidon use to cause rough seas and earthquakes? A: Poseidon used trident to cause rough seas and earthquakes. Poseidon used his trident into the seas or into the ground to cause rough seas and earthquakes. Poseidon used his trident to strike a rock upon the hill of the Acropolis to produce a well of seawater.  The trident is the weapon of Poseidon, or the God of the Sea in classical mythology.

Q: What was the Haiti earthquake on the Mercalli scale? A:  The Modified Mercalli Scale (MMI) reading of 2010 Haiti earthquake was an intensity of X. According to the United States Geological Survey, intensity IX on the Modified Mercalli scale (MM) was recorded in Port-au-Prince. The earthquake which occurred on 12 January 2010 was of magnitude 7.0 Mw with epicenter located 25 kilometres west of Port-au-Prince, the capital city of Haiti.

Q: How does the Transamerica pyramid withstand earthquakes? A: Transamerica pyramid consists of network of diagonal trusses at its base which supports it against both horizontal and vertical forces. Transamerica pyramid sits on a 52-feet deep foundation of concrete and steel that was designed to move with the earth during a quake. The Transamerica pyramid is located in the Financial District of San Francisco, California, United States, which is also the second tallest building in the San Francisco skyline.  The Salesforce Tower built in 2018 is currently the tallest building in San Francisco.  Related Post:  Which is the Los Angeles's most earthquake resistant building?

Q: What is LA's most earthquake resistant building? A:   The chance of a magnitude 8.0 or greater earthquake hitting California in the next three decades have been raised from about 4.7% to 7%, a recent California earthquake prediction report by the U.S. Geological Survey has shown.

Q: What is the most calm part of the tropical cyclone called? A: The most calm part of the tropical cyclone is called eye. Eye of the cyclone is the area of lowest atmospheric pressure and has been referred to as 'Calm Center'. Why is the center of cyclone calm? It is calm because the strong converging surface winds can never reach it, as the wind is caused to rotate around the center of the hurricane.

Q: What is the name of the instrument used for measuring earthquake intensity? 1 Richter Scale 2 Seismograph 3 Odometer 4 Speedometer A: The correct answer is  Seismograph .  According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), A seismograph, or seismometer, is an instrument used to detect and record earthquakes. Seismographs are instruments used to record the motion of the ground during an earthquake. They are installed in the ground throughout the world and operated as part of a seismographic network. The earliest "seismoscope" was invented by the Chinese philosopher Chang Heng in A.D. 132.

September 7, 2021: A light earthquake of magnitude 3.5 has been recorded in Midland, Texas today. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter was located 16 km NNW of Midland, Texas. The earthquake occurred at 72 km depth. The tremor was felt by the people of Midland, Stanton, Gardendale and Odessa.

September 4, 2021: A light earthquake of magnitude 3.9 has been felt in Vijayapura (also called Bijapur) in Karnataka state of India today at 11:49 pm. According to the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC), the earthquake occurred in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, bordered with Karnataka. The epicenter was located 19 km W of Kolhapur, Maharashtra, the National Center for Seismology confirmed. The earthquake occurred at 39 km depth. The tremor was felt in various cities of Maharashtra and Karnataka. People living in Vijayapura City, Basavana Bagewadi, Tikota, Indi and Sindagi areas ran out of their houses immediately after the tremor. No preliminary damage or injuries have been reported.

Q: The tremors of earthquake were felt at intervals of 15 seconds. The first tremor was felt at 8:54:57 and last tremor was felt at 10:45:12. How many times were the tremors felt? A: The answer is 441 Difference of times = 10:45:12 - 8:54:57 = 9:104:72 - 8:54:57 = 1:50 :15 = 3600 + 3000 + 15 = 6615 seconds. Now, 6615/15 = 441 Still confused? Kindly, drop your query in the comment section below.

September 3, 2021: A landslide in Parbat district of Nepal has claimed lives of six people and left two others missing. The recent natural calamity was triggered due to heavy rainfall in the district affecting Durlung of Kushma Municipality and Modi Mural Municipality. Nepal Army, Armed Police Force, Nepal Police and locals have been involved in the rescue operation.

September 3, 2021: A magnitude 3.8 earthquake has been recorded 7.7 km far from Ukiah, California, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed. According to the USGS, the earthquake occurred at 10:44 p.m. The earthquake occurred at 7.4 km depth. The tremor was felt by the people of Ukiah, Lakeport, Upper Lake, Hopland, Redwood, Boonville, Potter Valley and Philo areas of California.

Q: Distinguish between volcanic earthquake and explosion earthquake . A: There are four different types of earthquakes: tectonic, volcanic, collapse and explosion. A volcanic earthquake is associated with volcanic activity due to the movement of magma beneath the surface of the Earth. Volcanic earthquake is caused by slip on a fault near a volcano. An explosion earthquake is an earthquake activity triggered due to the detonation of a nuclear and/or chemical device. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the underground thermonuclear tests conducted by the U.S. at the western end of the Aleutian Islands in Amchitka in 1971 caused energy release equivalent to a magnitude 6.9 earthquake.

September 2, 2021: Hurricane Ida, the second most intense hurricane to strike the U.S. state of Louisiana, has claimed lives of fourteen people. Seven people died in New York, three in Louisiana, two in Mississippi, one in Maryland, and one in New Jersey. Hurricane Ida caused at least $15 billion in insured losses in Louisiana. The storm caused severe damage across the coastal areas of Louisiana, including in New Orleans, Golden Meadow, Houma, Galliano, LaPlace, and Grand Isle. On August 29, tornado watches were issued for parts of Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi.   States of emergency have been declared in New York and New Jersey as well as New York City itself.

Twitter (National Weather Service in New York)  September 2, 2021: A flash flood emergency has been issued for New York City for the first time in its history. The  National Weather Service in New York has  advised people to move immediately to higher ground, and avoid walking or driving through flood waters. Central Park has received 3.15 inches of rain in just one hour, making it wettest hour in New York City. Apart from this, Hurricane Ida have unleashed flash flooding, tornado watches and warnings between Philadelphia and the Tri-State area. Hurricane Ida was the second most intense hurricane to strike the U.S. state of Louisiana on record. The storm has caused at least $15 billion in insured losses in Louisiana. The New York City Subway has been shut down due to the massive flooding. Fourteen people have been killed till date with seven in New York, three in Louisiana, two in Mississippi, one in Maryland, and one in New Jersey.