Natural Disasters

The extreme dry conditions threaten crops and raise wildfire risks

To pin down causes of the structure's failure, investigators will probably gather its original design drawings, test its remains and run simulations of how well it could withstand forces

Moisture measured in trees, shrubs and grasses is lowest since records began in the 1970s

A prediction system undergoes testing as the U.S. West braces for another potentially devastating wildfire season

Florida’s codes rank high, but those of Texas, Mississippi and Alabama are low

New risk ratings will improve economic equity

The at-risk properties have a combined value of $8.5 trillion, according to a new report

The money comes as FEMA looks to revamp its insurance program to better reflect flood risks

The “slow slip” event preceded a devastating 1861 quake of at least magnitude 8.5 in Sumatra

The peak is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, last erupting in 2002

New research shows how much warming is costing society by exacerbating disasters

Safety officials need to use strong language and images to persuade the human psyche