Deadly landslide claims 20 lives in Bulwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
A deadly landslide occurred in the village of Bulwa, Democratic Republic of Congo on April 2, 2023, resulting in at least 20 fatalities, with the death toll likely to rise.
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Meteorites expected after intensely bright fireball sighted over Toledo, Spain
A fireball brighter than the full Moon was observed over Toledo, Spain at 19:28 UTC (21:28 LT) on April 2, 2023. Numerous casual eyewitnesses reported the event on social networks.
Strong M6.5 earthquake hits Kamchatka, Russia
A strong earthquake registered by the USGS as M6.5 hit Kamchatka, Russia at 03:06 UTC on April 3, 2023. The agency is reporting a depth of 105.6 km (65 miles). EMSC is reporting M6.5 at a depth of 100 km (62 miles).
Very strong M7.0 earthquake hits Papua New Guinea — hundreds of homes destroyed, at least 4 people killed
A very strong earthquake registered by the USGS as M7.0 hit New Guinea, Papua New Guinea at 18:04 UTC on April 2, 2023. The agency is reporting a depth of 62.6 km (38.9 miles). EMSC is reporting M7.1 at a depth of 73 km (45 miles).
Major tornado outbreak — Large and destructive tornadoes hit Little Rock and Wynne, Arkansas
A major tornado outbreak hit a wide area of the U.S. Midwest and South on Friday, March 31, 2023, producing several large and destructive tornadoes. At this time, it appears the worst affected were Little Rock and Wynne in Arkansas.
Cyclone Freddy’s death toll in Malawi likely to exceed 1 200 as hope for survivors fades
Over 1 200 people are feared dead in Malawi as Cyclone Freddy’s catastrophic aftermath leads authorities to declare missing individuals deceased.
Massive snowfall results in California’s largest snowpack on record
17 atmospheric rivers and several non-atmospheric-river storms since December 2022 pushed California’s snowpack to its largest level in recorded history, surpassing the previous record set in 1982-1983. In addition, the state’s drought conditions have improved significantly since the start of the water year, with severe to exceptional drought conditions now covering only 6.99% of the area, down from 93% just one year ago.
Strong and shallow M6.4 earthquake hits off the coast of Chile
A strong and shallow earthquake registered by the CSN Chile as M6.4 hit off the coast of Maule, Chile at 17:33 UTC (14:33 LT) on March 30, 2023. The agency is reporting a depth of 22 km (13.7 miles). The USGS is reporting M6.3 at a depth of 13.1 km (8.1 miles); EMSC M6.3 at a depth of 12 km (7.4 miles).
Lake Shasta’s reservoir nears capacity, easing water supply concerns, California
The water level in Lake Shasta, California’s largest reservoir, has risen significantly this month, providing relief to local residents who rely on the water source.
Moderately strong M5.4 solar flare erupts from Region 3256
A moderately strong solar flare measuring M5.4 erupted from Active Region 3256 at 07:37 UTC on March 30, 2023. The event started at 07:24 and ended at 07:43 UTC.
