Top 10 YouTube Videos on Starting a Fire in Wet Weather
Getting a fire going when everything around you is soaked is one of the most requested survival skills on YouTube, and the…
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Flood Warning: 41 Areas Across Iowa, Minnesota, and Ohio Affected Through Monday
Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:27AM CDT until September 22 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 41 areas: Houston, MN; Clayton, IA; Winneshiek, IA; Mower, MN; Jackson, IA; Johnson, IA; Louisa, IA; Washington, IA; Clermont, OH; Hamilton, OH (+31 more areas).
M6.4 Earthquake Strikes Near Kainantu, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck 49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea at a depth of about 104 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter.
Widespread Power Outage Hits East Bay Towns
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Widespread power outage affects East Bay towns". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Flash Flood Warning: 17 Areas Across Ohio, West Virginia, and Iowa Until 7:45 AM EDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 1:42AM EDT until September 20 at 7:45AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 17 areas: Athens, OH; Meigs, OH; Washington, OH; Jackson, WV; Mason, WV; Wood, WV; Vinton, OH; Cedar, IA; Iowa, IA; Johnson, IA (+7 more areas).
Flood Warning Issued for 22 Areas Across Minnesota, Indiana, and Ohio
Flood Warning issued September 19 at 10:32AM CDT until September 19 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 22 areas: Fillmore, MN; Mower, MN; Olmsted, MN; Waseca, MN; Houston, MN; Adams, IN; Wells, IN; Allen, IN; Van Wert, OH; Auglaize, OH (+12 more areas).
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Purify Water in the Wild
Clean water is the first problem in almost any survival scenario, and YouTube has no shortage of people showing how they deal…
Cuba Reports Another Nationwide Blackout Amid Fuel Shortages
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Cuba faces another nationwide blackout amid US fuel blockade". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Flash Flood Warning: Parts of Eastern Iowa and Northwest Illinois Until 10:15 AM CDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 19 at 5:54AM CDT until September 19 at 10:15AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 7 areas: Dubuque, IA; Jackson, IA; Jo Daviess, IL; Stephenson, IL; Clayton, IA; Fayette, IA; Guam, GU.
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Kermadec Islands region at a depth of about 94 km, reported by the USGS. Shaking would likely be felt in the surrounding region.
Flood Warning in Effect for 12 Areas, Including Parts of Indiana, Ohio, Arkansas, and Florida
Flood Warning issued September 18 at 6:22PM EDT until September 18 at 9:15PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 12 areas: Daviess, IN; Martin, IN; Adams, IN; Wells, IN; Allen, IN; Van Wert, OH; San Juan, NM; Jackson, AR; Woodruff, AR; Citrus, FL (+2 more areas).
Nationwide Power Grid Collapse in Cuba Leaves Island Without Electricity
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Cuba Energy Grid Suffers Nationwide Collapse Amid Blackout". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Jefferson, Madison, and Blaine Counties, Idaho
Flash Flood Warning issued September 18 at 10:44AM MDT until September 18 at 1:45PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 3 areas: Jefferson, ID; Madison, ID; Blaine, ID.
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Finding True North Without a Compass
Getting oriented without a compass is one of the most searched survival skills on YouTube, and the results range from thirty-second shorts…
Flood Warnings in Effect for 16 Areas Across New Mexico, Ohio, Indiana, and Iowa
Flood Warning issued September 17 at 10:30PM MDT until September 18 at 2:15PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 16 areas: Chaves, NM; Lincoln, NM; Auglaize, OH; Mercer, OH; Polk, IA; Warren, IA; Otero, NM; Wells, IN; Adams, IN; Allen, IN (+6 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Lincoln and Otero Counties, New Mexico
Flash Flood Warning issued September 17 at 4:29PM MDT until September 17 at 6:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 2 areas: Lincoln, NM; Otero, NM.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes Off Alaska’s Aleutian Islands
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck 166 km W of Nikolski, Alaska at a depth of about 108 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter.
M6.3 Earthquake Strikes 167 km West of Nikolski, Alaska
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck 167 km W of Nikolski, Alaska at a depth of about 83 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter.
Ukraine Court Ruling: When Blackouts Excuse Missed Obligations — 110 Million UAH Case Explained
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "110 million UAH fine due to blackout: The Supreme Court explained when power outages exempt from liability - Судово-юридична газета". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Flood Warnings in Effect for 16 Areas Across Six States Through September 21
Flood Warning issued September 17 at 6:25AM EDT until September 21 at 9:20PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 16 areas: Adams, IN; Wells, IN; Fremont, IA; Page, IA; Maricopa, AZ; Pinal, AZ; Atchison, KS; Leavenworth, KS; Carroll, MO; Chariton, MO (+6 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Parts of Arizona and Surrounding Counties — Valid Until 10:30 PM MST
Flash Flood Warning issued September 16 at 9:27PM MST until September 16 at 10:30PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 11 areas: Pima, AZ; Pinal, AZ; Mesa, CO; Coshocton, OH; Muskingum, OH; Dona Ana, NM; Sierra, NM; Guernsey, OH; Gunnison, CO; Hinsdale, CO (+1 more areas).
Hurricane Lowell Strikes Hawaii: One Dead, Tens of Thousands Without Power
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Hurricane Lowell Hits Hawaii, Killing One and Leaving Tens of Thousands Without Power | Ukraine news - #Mezha". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Flood Warning in Effect Across Parts of Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Indiana Through September 20
Flood Warning issued September 16 at 9:51AM CDT until September 20 at 11:30PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 29 areas: Carroll, MO; Chariton, MO; Daviess, MO; Gentry, MO; Linn, MO; Livingston, MO; Montgomery, IA; Adams, IN; Wells, IN; Atchison, KS (+19 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Mercer County, Ohio — Valid Until 7:00 AM EDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 16 at 3:09AM EDT until September 16 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Mercer, OH.
Animal Contact Triggers Widespread Power Outage in Northwest London
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Animal contact triggers widespread power outage in northwest London". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Flood Warning: 8 Counties in Iowa and Florida Under Warning Through Early Wednesday
Flood Warning issued September 15 at 4:11PM CDT until September 17 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 8 areas: Montgomery, IA; Adair, IA; Dallas, IA; Polk, IA; Citrus, FL; Levy, FL; Marion, FL; DeSoto, FL.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for San Juan County, Utah — Valid Until 1:00 PM MDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 15 at 9:58AM MDT until September 15 at 1:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: San Juan, UT.
Flood Warning Issued for Four Florida Counties: Citrus, Levy, Marion, and DeSoto
Flood Warning issued September 14 at 9:25PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 4 areas: Citrus, FL; Levy, FL; Marion, FL; DeSoto, FL.
Flash Flood Warning: 6 Counties Across New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado Until 5 PM MDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 14 at 3:55PM MDT until September 14 at 5:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 6 areas: McKinley, NM; Socorro, NM; Cochise, AZ; Apache, AZ; San Miguel, CO; Rio Blanco, CO.
Magnitude 5.6 Earthquake Strikes North of Tobelo, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck 78 km NNE of Tobelo, Indonesia at a depth of about 162 km, reported by the USGS. Shaking would likely be felt in the surrounding region.
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes Offshore South of Java, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck 187 km SSW of Pelabuhanratu, Indonesia at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Shaking would likely be felt in the surrounding region.
Flood Warning in Effect for Washington, RI Until 2:00 PM EDT Today
Flood Warning issued September 14 at 5:18AM EDT until September 14 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Washington, RI.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Parts of Arizona and Colorado
Flash Flood Warning issued September 13 at 8:12PM MST until September 13 at 9:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 3 areas: Cochise, AZ; Rio Blanco, CO; Coconino, AZ.
Widespread Power Outage Reported in Madisonville
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Widespread power outage reported in Madisonville". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Global Seismic Stress Report: Busy Pacific Edges, Quiet Mid-Ocean Faults
What We Found We looked at 200 earthquakes (magnitude 4.5 or bigger) recorded worldwide in the last 14 days, and compared activity…
Global Seismic Stress Report: Five Busy Zones, Six Quiet Ones
What We Found We looked at 200 earthquakes (magnitude 4.5 or bigger) recorded worldwide in the last 14 days, and compared activity…
Flood Warning: 20 Counties Across Ohio and West Virginia Until 8:00 AM EDT
Flood Warning issued September 13 at 5:37AM EDT until September 13 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 20 areas: Athens, OH; Meigs, OH; Washington, OH; Pleasants, WV; Wood, WV; Gallia, OH; Mason, WV; Doddridge, WV; Gilmer, WV; Lewis, WV (+10 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning: Worcester County, MD – Until 7:45 AM EDT Saturday
Flash Flood Warning issued September 13 at 4:43AM EDT until September 13 at 7:45AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Worcester, MD.
Global Seismic Stress Report: Busy Week in the South Pacific, Quiet Elsewhere
What We Found We looked at 198 earthquakes (magnitude 4.5 or bigger) recorded worldwide in the last 14 days, and compared activity…
Global Seismic Stress Report: Southern Ocean Activity Rises While Six Segments Go Quiet
This fortnight’s Global Seismic Stress Report covers the last 14 days of earthquake activity measured against each segment’s own 3-year baseline. Across…
Flood Warning Issued for Cobb County, Georgia
Flood Warning issued September 12 at 12:32PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Cobb, GA.
Flash Flood Warning for Metro Atlanta: Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Douglas, Carroll, and Paulding Counties
Flash Flood Warning issued September 12 at 10:23AM EDT until September 12 at 1:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 6 areas: Cobb, GA; DeKalb, GA; Fulton, GA; Douglas, GA; Carroll, GA; Paulding, GA.
M6.6 Deep Earthquake Strikes Near Teluknaga, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck 115 km NNE of Teluknaga, Indonesia at a depth of about 359 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter.
Flood Warning Issued for DeSoto County, Florida
Flood Warning issued September 11 at 9:20AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: DeSoto, FL.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Metro Atlanta and Surrounding Counties Until 10:30 PM EDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 11 at 4:56PM EDT until September 11 at 10:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 14 areas: Clayton, GA; DeKalb, GA; Fulton, GA; Navajo, AZ; Carroll, GA; Douglas, GA; Haralson, GA; Paulding, GA; Charleston, SC; Colleton, SC (+4 more areas).
Magnitude 5.9 Earthquake Strikes East of Lospalos, Timor-Leste
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck 253 km ENE of Lospalos, Timor Leste at a depth of about 112 km, reported by the USGS. Shaking would likely be felt in the surrounding region.
Volcano Alert Raised to Watch / Orange — What That Means for Nearby Communities
This is a TEST post standing in for a real volcano alert-level escalation, so you can confirm the "Volcano Alerts" category, its (red) featured image, and posting all work correctly. Safe to delete.
Date Changed for Planned Citywide Power Outage in Salem, MO
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Date Changed for Citywide Power Outage in Salem, MO.". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Nationwide Blackout Reported Across Malawi, Utility Escom Confirms
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Malawi hit by nationwide blackout, Escom confirms". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
Hurricane Lowell Knocks Out Power to Thousands Across Hawaii
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Hurricane "Lowell" paralyzes parts of Hawaii; thousands of homes are without power, and high winds have caused significant damage". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.