disaster recovery
Sri Lanka Struggles to Recover as Relentless Rains Compound Cyclone Devastation
Sri Lanka faces its most challenging recovery in modern history as unceasing rains hamper efforts after Cyclone Ditwah, which killed hundreds and displaced thousands. With homes destroyed, power still out in some regions, and communities demanding urgent help, the nation…
Berkeley River Lodge Faces Total Infrastructure Loss After Cyclone Fina’s Direct Hit
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Fina struck Western Australia’s ultra-remote Berkeley River Lodge, causing a total loss of infrastructure and extensive destruction to its luxury villas. Two caretakers sheltered underground and survived uninjured, as emergency services prepare for their evacuation amid ongoing severe…
Jamaica Begins Recovery as Hurricane Melissa Leaves Trail of Historic Devastation
Jamaica is reeling after Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, battered the island with catastrophic winds and flooding. As residents assess the damage, international aid and local resilience shape the road to recovery.
Commits Federal Support: Full Coverage for California’s Wildfire Recovery
President Joe Biden pledged Thursday that the federal government would cover 100% of the disaster assistance costs for California as the state battles devastating wildfires across multiple fronts. This announcement marks a significant commitment to supporting the state’s recovery efforts,…
Beyond Ashes: Sahag-Mesrob School’s Loss Highlights Fragility and Resilience in the Armenian Diaspora
Sahag-Mesrob Armenian Christian School’s destruction in the recent Los Angeles wildfires has had a profound impact on the Armenian community, marking the loss not only of a building but also of a vital institution of cultural preservation. This school, a…