• Seismic unrest continues at Spurr volcano in Alaska with over 900 earthquakes detected in 2024

    Seismic activity at Mount Spurr volcano in Alaska remains elevated, with over 900 earthquakes detected so far in 2024, according to the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO). Despite the persistent unrest, no major shifts in earthquake frequency or intensity have been observed since the increase in seismic activity was first noted in April.

  • 7th confirmed tornado of the day hits Florida as Milton’s storm surge begins

    Meteorologists at the National Weather Service in Miami have confirmed the 7th tornado linked to Hurricane “Milton” just hours before its expected landfall in Florida. As of 14:40 LT, 39 Tornado Warnings have been issued, with more tornadoes possible through the night. Tropical-storm-force winds have begun impacting Florida’s west coast, while rising water levels at the Naples Pier indicate the start of Milton’s storm surge across southwestern coastal areas. Multiple warnings remain in effect across the Florida peninsula.

  • Large area of destructive storm surge forecast as extremely dangerous Hurricane “Milton” hits Florida

    Category 5 Hurricane “Milton” is moving NE toward Florida, U.S. at 22 km/h (14 mph) with maximum sustained winds of 260 km/h (160 mph). Milton is forecast to make landfall late tonight or early Thursday along the Florida Gulf Coast, threatening large area with severe storm surges, destructive winds, and heavy rainfall.