More than 2,000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide
Over 2,000 people are feared dead after a landslide in Papua New Guinea, prompting the government to seek increased international aid amid challenging search and rescue efforts.
Aftershocks expected within next week following New Jersey earthquake: USGS forecast
The likelihood of a magnitude 3 aftershock happening within the next week is almost 80%, the USGS predicted.
New Jersey earthquake felt in NYC, Philadelphia and beyond
A preliminary 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Lebanon, New Jersey, Friday, shaking the ground from New York City to Philadelphia and beyond.
Taiwan earthquake: Strongest in nearly 25 years leaves 9 dead
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan, damaging buildings and leaving several dead. Here’s what’s known about the massive quake.
State of emergency declared, Iceland's Blue Lagoon evacuated after largest volcanic eruption in 3 years
The volcano eruption in Iceland forced the evacuation of the tourist destination Blue Lagoon and sent lava flowing toward the evacuated seaside town of Grindavík.
Iceland's famed Blue Lagoon evacuates guests as fears of volcanic eruption continue
Residents of the evacuated seaside town of Grindavík in Iceland continue to hold their breath in anticipation of a possible volcanic eruption in the area after officials said magma has once again accumulated underground.
Hawaii earthquake: Big Island rocked by 5.7-magnitude quake: USGS
The USGS said the Hawaii earthquake was felt as far as Honolulu on the island of Oahu.
Oklahoma earthquake: 5.1 magnitude quake felt statewide
The initial earthquake in Oklahoma was followed by at least eight smaller temblors through Saturday morning.
How these new FEMA rules aim to help those recovering from disaster
The federal agency in charge of emergency management is changing its program that helps those who survive wildfires, hurricanes and other natural disasters.
Earthquakes in Japan leave at least 57 dead, destroy buildings along western coast
Japanese officials are warning people in some areas to stay away from their homes because of a risk of more strong quakes. Aftershocks continued to shake Ishikawa prefecture and nearby areas a day after a magnitude 7.6 temblor slammed the area on Monday.
Indonesia's Papua region jolted by 6.5 magnitude earthquake
A powerful earthquake shook Indonesia’s easternmost region of Papua early Sunday, but there were no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties.
Slight earthquakes shake Big Island in Hawaii and Puget Sound region, no damage reported
Hundreds of people reported feeling minor earthquakes of similar intensity on Hawaii's Big Island and on the Olympic Peninsula northwest of Seattle, but no damage was reported.
Earthquake in northwestern China kills at least 126 people
More than 700 people were injured in China's deadliest earthquake in nine years, authorities said.
Iceland volcano erupts near Grindavik after swarm of earthquakes rattle region
The IMO has been warning of the possible eruption ever since a swarm of "intense" earthquakes was detected north of Grindavík at the end of October.
Icelandic town braces for volcano as locals prepare to stay away for months
People in southwest Iceland remained on edge Saturday, waiting to see whether a volcano rumbling under the Reykjanes Peninsula will erupt.
Iceland volcanic eruption could wreak havoc on international air travel
As volcanic and seismic activity continues to rattle southwestern Iceland with thousands of small earthquakes, scientists remain on alert, still declaring that there is a "significant likelihood" of volcanic eruption in the coming days.
Iceland clears town, issues aviation warning amid possible volcanic eruption
Residents of a fishing town in southwestern Iceland left their homes Saturday after increasing concern about a potential volcanic eruption caused civil defense authorities to declare a state of emergency in the region.
Feds experience challenges cleaning up site of devastating Maui fires
Federal authorities have started removing hazardous materials from the Maui wildfires and laying the groundwork to dispose of burnt cars, buildings and other debris.
Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Billions exposed to harmful smoke pollution over past 2 decades, study says
On average, people were exposed to 9.9 days per year to some form of smoke pollution that could be potentially harmful to their health, the study said.