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Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Strikes North Pacific Ocean Near El Salvador
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Indonesia's Lewotobi Lakilaki Volcano Erupts, Disrupting Flights and Sending Ash 63,000 Feet High
The Lewotobi Lakilaki volcano in Flores, Indonesia, erupted on July 7, 2025, producing a massive ash cloud reaching 63,000 feet and a pyroclastic flow, prompting an alert level IV warning and a 6-7 km exclusion zone.
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Northern California Shaken by 7.0 Earthquake, Tsunami Warning Lifted
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Deadly Midwest Storms Cause Devastation and Power Outages
Heavy rains and tornadoes in the Midwest caused a dam failure in southern Illinois, widespread power outages, and flight disruptions. A woman in Indiana died after a tree fell on her home. Emergency responders evacuated residents near the Nashville City Reservoir due to flooding, while Chicago experienced significant storm damage and power outages.
Texas Gov. Abbott Pressures CenterPoint for Power Restoration Plan Post-Beryl
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is demanding an investigation into CenterPoint Energy's slow response to restoring power after Hurricane Beryl left 350,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area without electricity. Despite restoring power to 1.9 million customers, the utility faces scrutiny over its preparedness and response. Abbott has given CenterPoint until the end of the month to outline plans to prevent future outages, including vegetation management and worker pre-staging. CenterPoint defended its actions, citing extensive storm damage and safety concerns.
"Mass Evacuations as Aggressive Wildfire Rages in Eastern Canada"
An "extremely aggressive" wildfire in eastern Canada has burned over 24,000 acres, forcing around 9,500 people to evacuate Labrador City and leading to the closure of a local hospital. The fire, which rapidly expanded by 22,000 acres in just four hours, is now just three miles from the city. Residents have been directed to evacuate to Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and an evacuation alert has been issued for the nearby community of Wabush.
Biden Declares Major Disaster as Ruidoso Fires Devastate New Mexico
President Biden has declared parts of southern New Mexico a major disaster area due to two deadly wildfires, unlocking federal aid and resources for recovery efforts. The fires have destroyed hundreds of homes, forced thousands to evacuate, and remain uncontained. The declaration will assist with temporary housing, low-cost loans, and other emergency work. The situation is exacerbated by the threat of flooding and lightning, with firefighters working tirelessly to control the blaze.
Series of Small Earthquakes Rattle Newport Beach
A preliminary 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck Orange County near Costa Mesa and Newport Beach on Thursday afternoon, followed by a 3.4-magnitude temblor five minutes later. Residents in several nearby areas reported feeling the quake, but no damage has been reported. This is the second earthquake in the region this week.
Series of Small Earthquakes Rattle Newport Beach
A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Newport Beach, California, on Thursday afternoon, followed by a 3.4-magnitude aftershock. The quake was felt in surrounding areas, including Catalina Island, Ventura County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego. No damage or injuries were reported.
Deadly Tornado Strikes Livonia, Killing Toddler and Leaving Destruction
Two tornadoes struck lower Michigan, one in Metro Detroit and another in Crawford County, causing significant damage and killing a 2-year-old boy in Livonia. The tornado in Livonia, classified as an EF1, caused extensive tree and property damage, prompting cleanup efforts and a potential state of emergency declaration. A GoFundMe campaign for the affected family raised over $164,000. Crews are working to restore power to thousands of residents and clear debris, while officials address concerns about the lack of storm warnings.
Toddler Killed by Tornado in Michigan, Family Rescued in Maryland
A two-year-old boy was killed and his mother critically injured when a tornado uprooted a tree that fell on their home in Livonia, Michigan. In Maryland, a tornado caused significant damage in Gaithersburg, injuring five people and requiring rescues. The storms are part of a severe weather pattern affecting the Northeast, with more showers and thunderstorms expected.
Michigan Tornado Claims Life of 2-Year-Old Toddler
A sudden tornado in Livonia, Michigan, killed a toddler and critically injured his mother, while another tornado in Gaithersburg, Maryland, injured five people and caused significant structural damage. The Michigan tornado developed too quickly for warnings to be issued, and the Maryland tornado led to multiple collapsed structures. The severe weather is part of a broader pattern of increased tornado activity in the U.S. this spring.
Philippine Volcano Eruption Triggers Evacuations and Ash Plume
An explosive eruption at Mt Kanlaon in the Philippines caused rivers of cold lava, leading to flight cancellations and evacuations. Authorities warn of potential further eruptions.