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Why in the news? A massive landslide in Papua New Guinea has left over 670 people presumed dead, with the UN estimating the toll could be double initial estimates due to ongoing dangerous conditions hampering rescue efforts. The landslide buried more than 150 homes in Yambali Village, Enga province, leading to displacement of 1,250 people, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NOAA has predicted an above-normal hurricane season over the Atlantic from June to November, with an 85% chance of increased activity. La Niña conditions, expected by August, are likely to enhance hurricane formation. Source: Sciencenotes About La- Nina: La Niña is a climate pattern characterized by cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Cyclone Remal, originating in the central Bay of Bengal, is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by 25 May. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts landfall between Sagar Island (West Bengal) and Khepupara (Bangladesh) on May 25 in the evening with wind speeds up to 120 kmph. source:medium About …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3- Climate change and its impact on various stakeholders of society and nation Focus : Highlights from the World Meteorological Organization’s 2023 report on climate in Asia. Emphasis on the region’s accelerated warming trend since 1960 and the alarming gap between climate projections and adaptation/mitigation efforts. Toll of Extreme Heat in Asia Statistics on …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 1 – Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes. Why in the News? The year 2023 was globally recognized as the warmest on record, with …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risks in Uttarakhand prompt expert teams’ assessment amid climate change concerns. source:IE What is Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) ? GLOF is an outburst flood occurring when water dammed by a glacier or moraine is released. Types of Glacial Lakes: Marginal Lake: Dammed by the front …
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