It is not unusual for a month to go by with a natural disaster. A typhoon, an earthquake, maybe some eruption. But the magnitude of the disasters and phenomena of this past September 2017, has left us multiple images, news and videos worthy of a review.
So today, we're going to dedicate this post to listing some of the phenomena we've experienced. The most significant ones that have shaken the world the most. Questions arise about whether they're related, whether any of them may have triggered another, and the role that the sun or climate change may have played... This may even vary depending on the source you look at. Everyone is free to draw their own conclusions.
Hurricane Harvey
It started on August 17 and ended on September 3. In view of its proximity in the month and the importance it had, we have included it. Had about maximum winds 215km / h. It caused 60 deaths and economic losses of $25.000 billion. Its greatest impact was in the Eastern Caribbean and the United States. This hurricane is an example of the natural disasters that can affect millions of people each year, as is the case with the worst natural disasters in history, which is important to analyze to understand its long-term effects.
Hurricane Irma
Originating on August 30th and lasting until September 15th, Irma was one of the most powerful hurricanes and one that broke historical records. It was one of the worst disasters of this month. Maximum winds of 295km / h, 127 deaths and economic losses of $118.000 billion. The Caribbean includes the Lesser Antilles, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, Cuba, and the United States, with Florida crisscrossed from end to end. The lessons learned from disasters like Irma are essential for preparing for future events, something that is also discussed in the economic effects of natural disasters and how they impact society. More examples can also be seen in the worst natural disasters of 2016.
Hurricane Mary
From the 15 from September to the 1 from October. It had maximum winds of 280km / h, 243 deaths and economic damage of 75.000 billion euros. This hurricane has caused more deaths than the other two combined, and hit many areas severely affected, such as Puerto Rico, the Windward Islands, Dominica, and Martinique. It also passed through territories that were recovering from the previous hurricane, and without a breath of respite, it finished desolating the areas. Maria's devastation has led many to reflect on how the ethical projects for the recovery of affected areas They are crucial for rehabilitation after natural disasters, which is vital when considering the magnitude of these catastrophes.
2 Mexico Earthquakes
On the night of September 7, an earthquake in the 8,2 magnitude Pacific Ocean in the State of Chiapas with several dozen deaths, the epicenter was 133km from Pijijiapan. And on October 19, Central Mexico shook with a 7,1 magnitude earthquake. As of today, there are more than 360 deaths as the numbers continue to increase, 220 of which were in Mexico City itself. Taking into account both earthquakes, the figure reached 400 deceasedThese events have reminded many of the connection between earthquakes and tsunamis, which is discussed in earthquakes and tsunamis, being a relevant issue in risk management, which occurs in many places around the world. Given the magnitude of these earthquakes, it is also important to consider how the natural disasters that most affect the world can influence communities.
The eruption of the Popocatepetl volcano
Although the expert community doubted whether the strong earthquakes in Mexico were related to the eruption, it was ultimately ruled out. Once again, Mexico was the focus of another Mother Nature story. Popocatépetl, it has been erupting on a regular basis during September. At the end of the month, it began emitting incandescent material. Popocatépetl's activity is reminiscent of other volcanic events around the world, as can be read in why volcanoes erupt and its implications for the local and national population. The history of this volcano is a reminder of how the protected natural areas in Mexico are essential for the safety of nearby communities.
Typhoon Talim
Although it was not much echoed, it was another episode of great winds that was experienced in Japan. Despite this we wrote a report about him on the blog on September 17th. It forced the evacuation of more than 640.000 people. The final human toll was one dead and 42 injured. This was in addition to the countless floods seen in the area. This type of phenomenon is also associated with the need to create natural protection against hurricanes and how these measures can help mitigate the impact on vulnerable communities. These extreme events remind us to prepare for future events and learn from what has been documented.
Solar Flares
Earth's Magnetic Field
Among several flares that occurred throughout the month, the day 6 and September 10 The Sun emitted the most abrupt eruptions of the last decade. There were various failures in GPS and radio signals. In addition, the Earth's magnetic field was severely impacted. Emissions reached 1000 km per second on the star. The magnetic storm reached impacting and even registering speeds of up to 700 km per secondSolar flares are a less discussed phenomenon when talking about natural disasters, but their impact on infrastructure is significant, something that can be read in movies about natural disasters and how solar storms can influence our everyday technology.
Agung volcano, Bali, Indonesia
The alert level of the volcano increased throughout September. On the 20th there were 12.000 evacuees. On the 26th the evacuees were 75.000 after seismic activities that were being recorded, within a 12-km radius. This area, which receives 200.000 tourists monthly, was already affected by Agung in 1963. The eruptions lasted almost a year, claiming the lives of 1.100 people. The impact of these types of eruptions reminds us of the importance of , especially in areas prone to natural phenomena. In the end, nature always leaves its mark, and natural disasters are a constant reminder of our fragility.
Hello Goodnight. The information on your blog is very interesting. I only have one clarification: the earthquake that occurred in Mexico City was on September 19, 2017 and not on October 19. Regards.