Disaster Management News Monitoring

High-seas rescue: Crew abandon flaming cargo ship off India

The Indian Coast Guard deployed four vessels to rescue crew members from the burning Singapore-flagged container ship Wan Hai 503, which was on fire approximately 144 kilometers (90 miles) off the coast of Kerala in southern India. The crew reported an …

Earthquake mock drills conducted across Himachal Pradesh to check disaster management preparedness

KZN disaster management teams on alert for disruptive snow on N3 after Comrades Marathon

Disaster management teams have been activated in KwaZulu-Natal to respond to rain and extreme cold conditions expected at the weekend, and snowfall predicted on Monday. KwaZulu-Natal Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi urged residents to be vigilant for …

Wayanad gets X-Band Doppler Radar for precise weather forecasting, govt to sign agreement

Kalpetta: The long wait is finally over for Wayanad as the state government is set to sign an agreement to install the X-Band Doppler Weather Radar system at the Pazhassi Raja College campus in Pulppalli, in a move to enhance weather surveillance and …

Is Arunachal prepared for a major disaster?

[ Bengia Ajum ] ITANAGAR, 9 Jun: This year, till now 12 people have lost their lives in disaster-related incidents in the state. The pre-monsoon shower has hit the state hard, leading to landslides, mudslides, and flood-like situations in several parts of …

VI scores 74% in overall readiness for hurricane season

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) has an overall readiness score of 74% for the 2025 Hurricane Season. Governor Daniel Pruce revealed this detail following the National Disaster Management Council meeting on June 2, 2025. “I think we're …

Fifth Bay of Bengal Maritime Dialogue, co-hosted by Pathfinder Foundation with Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue of ...

Ranil Wickremesinghe, the former President of Sri Lanka, was the Chief Guest at the Fifth Bay of Bengal Maritime Dialogue, co-hosted by the Pathfinder Foundation and the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogues of Switzerland. The inaugural session of the two-day …

As Kerala sets maritime milestones, cargo-ship disasters spark environmental, safety concerns

In a stark irony of timing, as Kerala celebrated the docking of the largest-ever cargo vessel at the Vizhinjam International Seaport with much fanfare, another blazing maritime disaster – the second in two weeks – unfolded off its northern coast. A …

SoDMA Leads Talks at Geneva Disaster Summit

GENEVA – SoDMA Chairman Mohamud Moalim led a high-level delegation to Geneva for the Arab Disaster Risk Reduction Conference.   The 8th session focused on disaster risk reduction across Arab nations, with participation from Somalia and several major …

Multicampus hurricane preparedness

More than 150 staff members from the University of Miami participated in a recent simulated exercise to coordinate how the institution’s most critical departments would respond to a hurricane. Scheduled just before the 2025 hurricane season begins, the May …

Extreme weather alert for KwaZulu-Natal residents as severe storms and icy conditions loom

AN SEVERE weather warning was dispatched to KwaZulu-Natal residents calling for extreme caution to be exercised damaging winds, violent thunderstorms, and icy conditions were on the horizon. The alert was raised by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Disaster …

(Special for CAFS) World Bank says 1.9 mln Tanzanians to benefit from new financing

DAR ES SALAAM, June 9 (Xinhua) -- An estimated 1.9 million Tanzanians are expected to benefit from strengthened disaster preparedness and response capabilities under new financing from the World Bank, the global lender said in a statement on Monday. …

SDHR and SPSA implement Business Continuity Programmes

Representatives from Sharjah government entities, institutions, and departments participated in the project. Government institutions’ resilience This comes as part of the SDHR efforts to enhance the resilience of government institutions and ensure the …

Work to build statewide flood mitigation program continues

Published 6:56 am Monday, June 9, 2025 1 of 2 Flooding along N.C. 12 in Kill Devil Hills during Hurricane Matthew October 2016. Photo: Dare County Homes and businesses are surrounded by water flowing out of the Cape Fear River in the eastern part of North …

Rise in foodborne illnesses in Cape Town

THE City has seen a steady rise in reported foodborne illnesses over the last three years, with analysis from recent food samples showing non-compliant food safety standards of around 15%.  In just a 10-month period since July 2024, the City's …

Sarajevo Hosts Expert Workshop on Crisis Management, Marking a New Chapter in Slovakia–BiH Cooperation

How to respond effectively when seconds decide lives? How to build a system that does not depend on improvisation, but on readiness? Experts from Slovakia and Bosnia and Herzegovina jointly sought answers to these questions at a two-day Expert Workshop on …

Thunderstorms, damaging winds and waves expected this week

RESIDENTS are urged to exercise caution in the eThekwini region following a weather warning issued by the South African Weather Service (Saws) for thunderstorms, strong winds and damaging waves during this week. Also read: Extreme weather events: eThekwini …

Fatal bus crash in Malaysia claims at least 15 lives

Gerik, Malaysia — A bus carrying university students collided with a minivan in northern Malaysia early Monday, killing at least 15 people, local authorities confirmed. Thirteen passengers died at the scene near Gerik town on the East-West Highway, a route …

Malaysia bus crash kills 15 students, others

  A bus carrying university students back to their campus smashed into a minivan in northern Malaysia on Monday, killing at least 15 people, police and rescue services said.   Thirteen victims died at the scene near the town of Gerik, on the busy East-West …

Italian Designer Consuelo.D in Talks with U.S. Distributors to Introduce Handcrafted Luxury Sneakers to the U.S.

Luxury Italian sneaker line by Consuelo.D may soon debut in the U.S., featuring patented design and handcrafted comfort using the Sacchetto method. VERONA, ITALY, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Italian fashion designer Consuelo.D has …

MAKE Wellness Releases 2025 Future of Health and Wellness Report

Health and wellness brand offers an achievable framework for making America healthier. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MAKE Wellness, a health and wellness brand, has released its 2025 “Future of Health and Wellness …

Ottawa Fire Truck Pull Returns to Lansdowne September 27, 2025

Signature Challenge and New National Divisions Aim to Boost Participation and Support for Epilepsy Ottawa through the ODBF Haul for Hope OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Get ready to flex your muscles for a great cause …

Fences for Dogs: Tampa Bay Pet Owners Choose Safe, Stylish Yard Solutions This Spring

Local company Wimauma Fencing is seeing rising demand for dog-friendly fences as Tampa Bay homeowners prioritize safety and curb appeal. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spring is in full swing, and across the Tampa Bay area, …

Peter Embiricos Shares Key Fitness Advice and Mindset Strategies in Exclusive Interview with Brainz Magazine

Fitness coach Peter Embiricos discusses motivation, mindset, and the value of starting strong in a featured interview with Brainz Magazine. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a new feature interview with Brainz …

SAF Files Brief in Illinois Assault Weapons Ban Lawsuit

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed their brief with the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals in SAF’s challenge to Illinois’ assault weapons and magazine …

How Nighttime Lighting Attracts Insects in Horse Barns

Red Light, Less Bite: Tackling Nighttime Bugs in the Barn OCALA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As summer temperatures rise, barns across hot and humid regions face a familiar challenge: keeping horses comfortable while …

Land Rover Solon Presents Defender Day at Southington Off-Road Park

A No-Cost, Full-Throttle Off-Road Experience—Open to All GARRETTSVILLE, OH, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Land Rover Solon invites Northeast Ohioans to get off the grid and into the grit at Defender Day, a full-scale off-road …

Innovative Product Developer Creates Baseball and Softball System that Lets You Play a Full Game with Just Two Players

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joseph D. is the creator Ghost Runner Baseball, an innovative, portable system that transforms traditional bat-and-ball games by using four lightweight, collapsible towers, one for …

InventionHome® Product Developer Creates Multifunctional Wearable for Enhanced Strength Training and Rehabilitation

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Langston M. of Holly Hill, FL is the creator of the Exercise Running Vest, a fully customizable exercise vest designed to provide resistance and weight training without the need …

Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Is Ready To Make Waves

Experience thrilling races, new beach docks, summer treats, and community spirit at Canada's flagship dragon boat festival, June 20–22 at Mooney’s Bay! OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat …

The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Rides Back to Fort Worth for a Juneteenth Celebration on June 14 at Cowtown Coliseum

BPIRs Texas Connection Series Juneteenth Celebration, presented in partnership with PBR (Professional Bull Riders) FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo (BPIR), the nation's only …

Aplus Housing to Provide Event Management Housing for the FIFA World Club Cup in Seattle

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aplus Housing, a premier provider of fully furnished corporate housing in Seattle, is excited to announce that it will be offering exclusive housing solutions for event management …

How Much Air Filtering Costs in These Allergy Capitals

New Study finds that California Cities Lead Most Expensive Places to Run Air Filters During Allergy Season HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Throughout the U.S., the spring pollen allergy season is now at full …

La Concha Key West Appoints Paul Pruitt as General Manager

Veteran hotelier brings more than 25 years of leadership experience to historic Key West landmark. KEY WEST, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection, the ultimate escape from the ordinary …

5th ANNUAL-DOUG the NEIGHBOR- TOP of POSSUM TROT FLIPPER WALK-

-FLIP OFF BIG C-...-Doug the Neighbor AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Doug the Neighbor in support of Dell Children's Medical Center Foundation...announces the highly anticipated -5th Annual -Doug the Neighbor -Top of …

éS Skateboarding Celebrates 30 Years With the Return of the Original ’95 Accel Skate Shoe

The shoe that re-defined skateboarding in 1995 is back today—exact shape, classic feel—kicking off a year-long 30th-anniversary celebration. LAKE FOREST, CA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- éS Skateboarding proudly celebrates …

Malibu Boats Celebrates the Return of the Just Ride Tour, Powered by GM Marine

LOUDON, Tenn., June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Malibu Boats is thrilled to announce the return of the highly-anticipated Just Ride Tour, powered by GM Marine. This annual, nationwide event series, hosted by Malibu Boats, spans across the US and Canada …

Scimitar Sports Canada Launches Exclusive 'Paddle Power' Apparel for the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival

Introducing, performance and lifestyle apparel from Scimitar Sports Canada - Official Merchandise Supplier of the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival! OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon …

2025 ODBF PLEDGE CHALLENGE RECIPIENT CHARITIES

Ottawa Dragon Boat Foundation Annual Campaign to Raise Funds for Vital Local Charitable Community Services OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Through June 30, Ottawa Dragon Boat Foundation (ODBF) aims to mobilize the …