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Tornadoes are officially the scariest natural disaster, according to new research. A survey of 2,500 Americans split evenly by U.S. region found that regardless of where they live, the threat of a ...

It’s critical to have science-backed info about tornadoes, fires, and more. Here, experts break down the myths that you need to stop believing. Who knows, they may even save your life. Myth 1: You ...

The first warning of impending disaster some Texas Hill Country residents received came in the form of rushing water, strange noises from passing debris and the screams of victims swept down a raging ...

America’s endless natural-disaster blame game is thwarting answers to life-and-death questions over worsening extreme weather crises. Every time a hurricane, flood or wildfire strikes, political ...

Imagine going on your honeymoon and ending up surviving not one, but five natural disasters! A couple set out on a dream trip, only to face an earthquake, a hurricane, a flood, a wildfire, and even a ...

Natural disasters can lead to anxiety, depression and PTSD, experts say. Central Texas is continuing to recover from devastating rains and "catastrophic" flooding that damaged homes and businesses and ...

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Santa Monica could face nearly $1.5 billion in combined losses from natural disasters over the next several decades, according to a comprehensive hazard mitigation plan presented to city officials ...