All articles tagged with #disaster impact
A year after the twin wildfires in Los Angeles County, the scars remain visible with significant destruction, including over 15,000 structures destroyed and 31 deaths, highlighting the rapid spread of fires under extreme weather conditions and ongoing rebuilding efforts, supported by substantial charitable donations.
Cyclone Ditwah caused devastating floods and landslides in Sri Lanka, severely impacting tea plantation workers living in primitive conditions, many of whom are from the marginalized Tamil community. The disaster has worsened their already distressed situation, destroying homes and causing loss of life, while the country struggles with economic debt and climate resilience challenges. The government has promised aid and housing reconstruction, but urgent support is needed for affected communities.
Hurricane Melissa, tying the record as the strongest Atlantic hurricane to make landfall, caused catastrophic damage in Jamaica, with satellite images revealing extensive destruction and aiding rescue efforts; the storm resulted in at least 50 deaths and over $50 billion in damages.