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There are too many to count. Here are some of the most notable and most widely-reported ones. Notable death tolls are in context with the type of disaster
- Gujarat, India earthquake, January 26, 2001;14,000+ dead.
- Bam, Iran earthquake, December 26, 2003; 26,000+ dead.
- Bangladesh, tornado April 14, 2004; 111 dead
- Haiti, Hurricane Jeanne; September 2004; 3,000 dead
- Indian ocean earthquake and tsunami, December 26, 2004; 230,000+ dead
- Southern U.S., Hurricane Katrina, August 2005; 1,800+ dead
- Kashmir, earthquake, October 8, 2005; 86,000+ dead
- Bangladesh, Cyclone Sidr, November 2007; 16,000 dead
- Myanmar, Cyclone Nargis, April-May 2008; 138,000 dead
- Sichuan, China, earthquake, May 12, 2008; 69,000 dead
- India, Floods, summer 2008; 2,400+ dead
- Haiti earthquake, January 12, 2010; 220,000 dead
- Pakistan, Floods, July 2010; 1,800+ dead
- Honshu, Japan earthquake and tsunami, March 11, 2011; 18,000+ dead
- Southern U.S. tornado outbreak, April 2011; 340+ dead
- Joplin, Missouri, U.S. tornado, May 22 2011; 158 dead
What else can I help you with?
Does buenos aires have any natural disasters?
Buenos Aires is not prone to major natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes. However, the city can experience occasional flooding during heavy rains due to its location near the Paraná River.
Recent disasters in France?
santa came to town
What is the main idea of When the sea came in?
"When the Sea Came In" is a poem that depicts the sudden and overwhelming power of nature, specifically the sea. The main idea is the destructive force of the sea and its ability to reshape and disrupt human life. The poem highlights the vulnerability of humanity in the face of natural disasters.
How many natural disasters happen everyday?
Natural disasters can occur in just about any country. Since Indonesia has a large population and a less well-developed infrastructure than many other countries its people tend to suffer more when disasters do occur. Since Indonesia has a wet, tropical climate it is prone to heavy thunderstorms that can easily cause flooding. It is also located near what is called a subduction zone, where one tectonic plate slides under another. This geologic setup has given rise to quite a few volcanoes and leaves the potential for major earthquakes and tsunamis.
Who came up with natural selection?
Charles Darwin came up with the idea of natural selection during the voyage of the Beagle between 1831 and 1836. His book On the Origin of Species was published on November 24th, 1859.Another scientist named Alfred Russel Wallace also came up with the idea of natural selection, independently from Darwin and around the same time.
Are there earthquakes tornadoes hurricanes or other natural disasters in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Pennsylvania has had a number of natural disasters. Earthquakes happen ocasionally, but are rarely strong enough to cause any damage. Pennsylvania has been affected by hurricanes and hurricane remnants, particularly in the southeastern part of the state. Most recently, much of the state was affected by Hurricane Sandy in 2012. Pennsylvania has had a few violent tornadoes as well. The worst incident came on May 31, 1985 when 26 tornadoes struck the state, killing 65 people. Among these tornadoes were 6 F4s and Pennsylvania's only recorded F5 tornado. Among natural disasters, Pennylvania is most affected by floods. The Johnwstown, Pennsylvania flood of May 31, 1889 killed over 2,000 people.
Why are minerals a natural resource of south Carolina?
Because they came by something natural.
Where did natural numbers originate?
it came from greece
The Chinese came to America because?
For the very same reason men from the east coast came to the west coast (California) in 1849...GOLD! The Chinese were part of the California Gold Rush of '49. California was not a state in 1849.
What were the four waves of british migration?
more religous freedom came for seeking wealth variety of other natural resources blockade between spaniards in florida
Why did Britain people came to Canada?
For natural resources
What is between sun and earth?
The sun produces natural light and would kill us if we came near it, we would burn. Whereas Earth receives light from the sun.
