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One Day Of Extreme Heat Causes 3,400 Excess Deaths Across India, Study Estimates
Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions were prevailing in north, central and east India, with temperatures consistently exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, parts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana over past few days.
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US Pledges Major Ebola Aid Surge, Slams WHO Over Delayed Alert In Africa Outbreak
Washington, May 20 (IANS) Pledging a major surge in assistance to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the Trump Administration sharply criticised the World Health Organization (WHO) for what American officials described as a delay
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Parts Of Delhi See Light Rain, Orange Alert Issued For Thunderstorms, Hail
The warning was forwarded to the Delhi State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), with authorities advising residents to follow safety guidelines during the thunderstorm activity.
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India Launches Fire Safety Week In Hospitals To Prevent Disasters; See Details, What To Expect
India's Health Ministry has launched a nationwide Fire Safety Week in hospitals to boost preparedness, prevent deadly incidents, and strengthen emergency response systems. Here's why it matters for public health.
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New Phone Alert System Aimed At Protecting Lives During Disasters: Jyotiraditya Scindia
The minister said the system does not depend on mobile data or user databases and works across all telecom operators
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Phones Beep Across India As Centre Tests Disaster Information Alert System
India Tests Emergency Alert System, Citizens Receive Dummy Message On Phones
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Got An "Extremely Severe Alert" On Your Phone? Here's What It Is
National Disaster Management Authority, working with the Department of Telecommunications, is running nationwide trials of a new Cell Broadcast alert system that can push real-time emergency warnings to all mobile phones in a targeted area simultaneo
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Dhurandhar 2 Star Gaurav Gera Spots Major 'Red Flag' In Vinod Khanna's Burning Train, Fans Say "80s Ki Peak Detailing"
Ravi Chopra's 1980 film The Burning Train was a massive ensemble film, but sadly a disaster at the box office
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High UV Index In Kerala: What Is It And How To Keep Yourself Protected?
UV index is a number on a scale of 1-11+, which tells you the intensity of the UV rays at any given time of the day. When the UV index is between 8-10, it is very high exposure (red) and UV index more than 11 is extreme exposure (violet).
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Japan Tsunami: Essential Health Precautions To Take During A Natural Disaster
Tsunami Lung, a severe pneumonia from inhaling contaminated saltwater, poses serious health risks after tsunami events.
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Ultraviolet Ray Levels Surge Across Kerala, Orange Alert Issued In 6 Districts
Thiruvananthapuram April 16 (IANS) Ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels have risen sharply across Kerala, prompting the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) to issue an orange alert in six districts and caution the public against prolonged
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Heavy Rain Expected In Coastal Andhra Due To Cyclonic Storm Ditwah
Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority on Friday said that heavy rains are expected in Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema on Saturday and the day after due to the impact of cyclonic storm Ditwah.
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Odisha Braces For Cyclone Montha, 8 Districts On High Alert
Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Sunday reviewed the state's preparedness in districts likely to be affected by the possible cyclonic system Montha' during a high-level meeting.
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US Deploys Warships In Caribbean, Venezuela Fears Invasion
Venezuela, on high alert over a US military deployment off its coast that has stirred invasion fears, will hold disaster preparedness drills on Saturday as President Nicolas Maduro mulls invoking emergency powers.
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14 Injured, 20 Missing After Landslides In Uttarakhand's Chamoli
Fourteen people were feared trapped and 20 were injured as landslides and flooding triggered by heavy rain flattened more than 30 houses in four villages in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on Thursday.
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One Day Of Extreme Heat Causes 3,400 Excess Deaths Across India, Study Estimates
Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions were prevailing in north, central and east India, with temperatures consistently exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, parts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana over past few days.
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US Pledges Major Ebola Aid Surge, Slams WHO Over Delayed Alert In Africa Outbreak
Washington, May 20 (IANS) Pledging a major surge in assistance to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the Trump Administration sharply criticised the World Health Organization (WHO) for what American officials described as a delay
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Parts Of Delhi See Light Rain, Orange Alert Issued For Thunderstorms, Hail
The warning was forwarded to the Delhi State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), with authorities advising residents to follow safety guidelines during the thunderstorm activity.
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India Launches Fire Safety Week In Hospitals To Prevent Disasters; See Details, What To Expect
India's Health Ministry has launched a nationwide Fire Safety Week in hospitals to boost preparedness, prevent deadly incidents, and strengthen emergency response systems. Here's why it matters for public health.
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New Phone Alert System Aimed At Protecting Lives During Disasters: Jyotiraditya Scindia
The minister said the system does not depend on mobile data or user databases and works across all telecom operators
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Phones Beep Across India As Centre Tests Disaster Information Alert System
India Tests Emergency Alert System, Citizens Receive Dummy Message On Phones
-
Got An "Extremely Severe Alert" On Your Phone? Here's What It Is
National Disaster Management Authority, working with the Department of Telecommunications, is running nationwide trials of a new Cell Broadcast alert system that can push real-time emergency warnings to all mobile phones in a targeted area simultaneo
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Dhurandhar 2 Star Gaurav Gera Spots Major 'Red Flag' In Vinod Khanna's Burning Train, Fans Say "80s Ki Peak Detailing"
Ravi Chopra's 1980 film The Burning Train was a massive ensemble film, but sadly a disaster at the box office
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High UV Index In Kerala: What Is It And How To Keep Yourself Protected?
UV index is a number on a scale of 1-11+, which tells you the intensity of the UV rays at any given time of the day. When the UV index is between 8-10, it is very high exposure (red) and UV index more than 11 is extreme exposure (violet).
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Japan Tsunami: Essential Health Precautions To Take During A Natural Disaster
Tsunami Lung, a severe pneumonia from inhaling contaminated saltwater, poses serious health risks after tsunami events.
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Ultraviolet Ray Levels Surge Across Kerala, Orange Alert Issued In 6 Districts
Thiruvananthapuram April 16 (IANS) Ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels have risen sharply across Kerala, prompting the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) to issue an orange alert in six districts and caution the public against prolonged
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Heavy Rain Expected In Coastal Andhra Due To Cyclonic Storm Ditwah
Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority on Friday said that heavy rains are expected in Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema on Saturday and the day after due to the impact of cyclonic storm Ditwah.
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Odisha Braces For Cyclone Montha, 8 Districts On High Alert
Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Sunday reviewed the state's preparedness in districts likely to be affected by the possible cyclonic system Montha' during a high-level meeting.
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US Deploys Warships In Caribbean, Venezuela Fears Invasion
Venezuela, on high alert over a US military deployment off its coast that has stirred invasion fears, will hold disaster preparedness drills on Saturday as President Nicolas Maduro mulls invoking emergency powers.
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14 Injured, 20 Missing After Landslides In Uttarakhand's Chamoli
Fourteen people were feared trapped and 20 were injured as landslides and flooding triggered by heavy rain flattened more than 30 houses in four villages in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on Thursday.
