September 14, 2018 | For a Better World
Hurricane Florence is battering the coast of the Carolinas, bringing strong winds and heavy bands of rainfall. The National Hurricane Center is tracking this massive storm, which is bigger than the state of North Carolina.
August 20, 2018 | For a Better World
Massive flooding has devastated the Kerala state of India. Monsoons hit the area on May 28th and a second round started on August 8th. At least 164 people have been killed and over 223,000 have been displaced from their homes and are living in 1,500 relief camps.
August 16, 2018 | For a Better World
The Mendocino Complex fire has consumed more than 363,000 acres making it the largest in modern California state history. Burning northwest of Sacramento, over 13,000 firefighters and 2,300 members of the National Guard are battling the blaze.
August 16, 2018 | For a Better World
On Sunday, August 5, 2018, there was a devastating earthquake on the Indonesian island of Lombok. The most recent reports state that 350 have died, over 1,400 have been injured and more than 165,000 were displaced by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake.
August 06, 2018 | For a Better World
The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has indicated new clusters of Ebola virus in the North Kivu province. Ebola is a constant threat in the DRC, however there is a high confidence with the government and the Ministry of Health that a quick response is key to containing and fighting this outbreak.
August 04, 2018 | For a Better World
Monsoon rains have caused widespread flooding across Myanmar. So far, a reported 12 people have died and multiple soldiers were swept away by raging floodwaters. Heavy rain is hampering further rescue efforts. An estimated 148,300 people are taking refuge in over 300 temporary camps in the flood-affected regions.