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Strong 6.2-Magnitude Quake Strikes Chile, No Injuries Reported
08:34 12.07.2010 |
Disasters, catastrophes
A strong 6.2-magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale shook northeastern Chile in the region of Antofagasta, west of Paraguay border and south of Bolivia, said U.S. seismologists, but Chilean officials said there was no report of eitherr damage or casualties. No tsunami warning was issued either.
Romanian AN-2 Air Crash Death Toll Climbs to 12
05:13 06.07.2010 |
Disasters, catastrophes
Officials say the death toll in the crash of a Romanian military plane has risen to 12.
Tropical Cyclone Phet Hits Oman and Approaches Pakistan
06:15 04.06.2010 |
Disasters, catastrophes
Heavy rainfall with stormy winds related to tropical cyclone Phet hitting the coast of the Gulf state of Oman and will approach to Pakistan coastal belt after midday today.
Monstrous Fire Kills over 100 in Bangladesh
03:05 04.06.2010 |
Disasters, catastrophes
A fire in a densely populated part of the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka has killed more than 100 people. It began after an electrical transformer exploded, engulfing housing blocks and shops in flames. Firefighters say they have now got the blaze under control, in the old district of Nimtoli.
Cyclone Laila Batters South Indian Coast with Heavy Rains and Winds
07:15 20.05.2010 |
Disasters, catastrophes
Cyclone Laila slammed into the south Indian coast on Thursday, battering the region with heavy rains and winds up to 90 kilometers (55 miles) per hour, and uprooting trees and electric lines, officials said.
