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What Is the Ozone Layer?
The ozone layer is a vital shield in Earth’s upper atmosphere that protects life by absorbing most of the Sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Though invisible to the eye, this…
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How to Prepare for a Hurricane or Tornado and What to Do During One
Hurricanes and tornadoes are two of the most violent and destructive weather events on Earth. Both bring intense winds, heavy rain, and the potential for catastrophic damage. While their formation…
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The Rise in Hurricane and Tornado Activity Over the Last 50 Years
In the past five decades, both hurricanes and tornadoes have shown a worrying increase in frequency, strength, and unpredictability. While weather variability is natural, growing scientific evidence suggests that climate…
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How to Prepare for a Fire and What to Do If One Breaks Out
Fires are sudden, dangerous, and can spread rapidly—turning seconds into life-or-death decisions. Whether caused by faulty wiring, cooking accidents, wildfires, or human error, fires remain one of the most common…
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How to Prepare for a Flood and What to Do When It Strikes
Floods are among the most common and destructive natural disasters worldwide. They can occur with little warning and escalate quickly, causing property damage, health hazards, and even loss of life.…
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The Rise in Floods Over the Last 50 Years: Patterns, Causes, and Impacts
Over the past five decades, the frequency and intensity of floods have increased significantly across the globe. Once considered seasonal or regional events, floods are now occurring in unexpected places,…
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How to Prepare for an Earthquake and What to Do During One
Earthquakes strike suddenly, without warning, and can cause severe damage to buildings, roads, and infrastructure. While it's impossible to predict exactly when and where a quake will occur, being prepared…
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Increasing Seismic Activity Over the Last 50 Years: Causes and Concerns
Over the past five decades, scientists have observed a noticeable rise in seismic activity worldwide. Earthquakes, both large and small, appear to be occurring with greater frequency and intensity in…
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The Siberian Traps: Why This Ancient Catastrophe Happened and Could It Happen Again?
The Siberian Traps erupted around 252 million years ago, coinciding with the Permian-Triassic extinction — the most devastating mass extinction the planet has ever experienced. But what triggered these eruptions?…
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Siberian Traps: The Volcanic Fury That Shaped Earth’s History
The Siberian Traps are one of the largest and most powerful volcanic formations in Earth's history. Located in present-day Siberia, Russia, this enormous volcanic region was the site of catastrophic…