New FEMA rules, grant delays put disaster response at risk, states say

Some states have seen substantial cuts to grants, which officials believe affect their agencies’ abilities to respond to emergency situations and natural disasters.

Major Pacific Northwest earthquake could trigger another along West Coast

A new study found that if “The Big One" hit the Pacific Northwest, it could trigger an even bigger earthquake and affect cities up and down the West Coast.

Camp Mystic plans to reopen next summer with new Texas safety protocols

The popular Christian summer camp, where 25 young girls and two staffers were killed in the deadly Central Texas flooding, announced its plans in a letter Monday.

Maps: New Orleans before & after Hurricane Katrina's floods

Over 1,000 people died in Louisiana as a result of Hurricane Katrina. The scope of the flooding – and the days-long struggle of those caught in it – became a defining event for the first part of the century.

FEMA workers put on leave after warning cuts may lead to Katrina-type disaster

Some FEMA employees have been fired after warning that the Trump administration's drastic cuts could lead to a disaster similar to Hurricane Katrina.

Disaster declared in Alaska's capital due to 'catastrophic flooding' threat from glacial lake outburst

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy issued a disaster declaration in response to an "imminent threat of catastrophic flooding" from a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) linked to a side basin of the Mendenhall Glacier.

6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes northwestern Turkey

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s northwestern Balikesir province on Sunday, causing around a dozen buildings to collapse and injuring several people.

Wednesday's earthquake was among the strongest ever: See the list

The 8.8-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of the Russian Far East is one of the biggest temblors ever recorded. Here's how it compares to other quakes.

Russia lifts tsunami warning after series of strong quakes off Kamchatka Coast

A powerful series of undersea quakes, including a 7.4 magnitude tremor, struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Sunday, triggering tsunami warnings.

Texas flooding: More than 170 people still missing following deadly floods

Almost 120 people are dead across Central Texas after flooding over the July 4th weekend. More than 170 people are considered missing, according to officials.

This is how Americans think the government should respond to natural disasters: Poll

Most Americans impacted by flooding say climate change is at least partly to blame, but polls show less agreement on whether the government should act to prevent extreme weather.

'I think this is it': Dad leaves goodbye voicemail to kids before being swept away in Texas flood

A Texas father, caught in a deadly flash flood, used his final moments to call his children and tell them he loved them, as the search continues for him while his wife has been found.

King County approves changes to early warning systems amid TX flooding

The King County Flood Control District Board has approved changes to early warning systems, following the devastating flash floods in Texas.