Investigation launched after 4,000 litre Croydon oil spill causes untold damage'A diesel spill from a bus depot tank polluted the River Wandle, severely impacting wildlife and prompting an immediate response from authorities.
Russian scientists criticise cleanup efforts after oil spill in Black SeaThe clean-up of oil spills in the Black Sea is severely inadequate, lacking proper equipment and resources to address the ecological disaster.
Preventable Disaster, in This Week's Open ThreadThe Exxon Valdez oil spill is one of the largest environmental disasters in U.S. history, affecting thousands of wildlife and coastal miles.
Preventing environmental damage from oil spills DW 07/25/2024Authorities are working to contain an oil spill from a capsized tanker to prevent an environmental disaster.Efficient cleanup of oil spills depends on factors like oil type, amount, location, and quick response before dispersal.One method to control oil spills is using booms as barriers to prevent spread, skimmer machines to suction oil, and reusing processed oil.
32 dolphins have died since an oil spill near southern Russia, experts sayThe fuel oil spill in the Kerch Strait has caused significant death among dolphins, severely impacting the local aquatic ecosystem.
Salvagers abandon burning oil tanker, spill could be 'four times the size of exxon valdezThe ongoing situation with the burning oil tanker Sounion poses significant environmental risks, particularly a potential major oil spill in the Red Sea.
Investigation launched after 4,000 litre Croydon oil spill causes untold damage'A diesel spill from a bus depot tank polluted the River Wandle, severely impacting wildlife and prompting an immediate response from authorities.
Russian scientists criticise cleanup efforts after oil spill in Black SeaThe clean-up of oil spills in the Black Sea is severely inadequate, lacking proper equipment and resources to address the ecological disaster.
Preventable Disaster, in This Week's Open ThreadThe Exxon Valdez oil spill is one of the largest environmental disasters in U.S. history, affecting thousands of wildlife and coastal miles.
Preventing environmental damage from oil spills DW 07/25/2024Authorities are working to contain an oil spill from a capsized tanker to prevent an environmental disaster.Efficient cleanup of oil spills depends on factors like oil type, amount, location, and quick response before dispersal.One method to control oil spills is using booms as barriers to prevent spread, skimmer machines to suction oil, and reusing processed oil.
32 dolphins have died since an oil spill near southern Russia, experts sayThe fuel oil spill in the Kerch Strait has caused significant death among dolphins, severely impacting the local aquatic ecosystem.
Salvagers abandon burning oil tanker, spill could be 'four times the size of exxon valdezThe ongoing situation with the burning oil tanker Sounion poses significant environmental risks, particularly a potential major oil spill in the Red Sea.
Today in History: March 24, Exxon Valdez crashes in Alaska, creates massive oil spillMarch 24 has seen significant historical events, including environmental disasters, scientific discoveries, and military actions.
North Sea collision: operation to clear up plastic pellets beginsThousands of plastic nurdles are being retrieved from the North Sea following a ship collision, posing a threat to wildlife.
Mothers demand justice as London case over Brazil dam collapse concludesMothers demand justice for children lost in the Mariana dam collapse during closing submissions of a London lawsuit worth up to $36 billion.
Brazil seals $30bn compensation deal with BHP, Vale over 2015 dam collapseThe Brazilian government has reached a 170 billion reais settlement for the Mariana dam disaster to support affected families and environmental recovery.
Mothers demand justice as London case over Brazil dam collapse concludesMothers demand justice for children lost in the Mariana dam collapse during closing submissions of a London lawsuit worth up to $36 billion.
Brazil seals $30bn compensation deal with BHP, Vale over 2015 dam collapseThe Brazilian government has reached a 170 billion reais settlement for the Mariana dam disaster to support affected families and environmental recovery.
Mass fish die-off in Volos: The search for answers has begun DW 09/03/2024Greece faces severe environmental crises, culminating in a massive fish die-off linked to extreme weather and inadequate monitoring of aquatic ecosystems.
Australia live news: flood evacuation warnings in NSW and Queensland as waters rise after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred delugeSevere flooding is impacting NSW and Queensland, isolating residents and prompting emergency precautions.
Greece tourist port flooded with hundreds of thousands of dead fishThe flooding last year caused a significant environmental issue in Volos, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dead fish flooding the port.
Mass fish die-off in Volos: The search for answers has begun DW 09/03/2024Greece faces severe environmental crises, culminating in a massive fish die-off linked to extreme weather and inadequate monitoring of aquatic ecosystems.
Australia live news: flood evacuation warnings in NSW and Queensland as waters rise after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred delugeSevere flooding is impacting NSW and Queensland, isolating residents and prompting emergency precautions.
Greece tourist port flooded with hundreds of thousands of dead fishThe flooding last year caused a significant environmental issue in Volos, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dead fish flooding the port.
River Wandle oil spill has 'undone decades of work' to return wildlife to London river, MP warnsAn oil spill in south London threatens decades of environmental restoration of the rare chalk stream, the Wandle.
Wildlife hit as River Wandle polluted by dieselA significant diesel spill on the River Wandle is causing severe ecological damage, prompting immediate multi-agency cleanup efforts.
Deadly LA wildfires burn thousands of acres, postpone NHL game, threaten historic sports venuesSouthern California wildfires have caused significant destruction and displacement, affecting thousands.
A California Battery Plant Burned. Residents Have Gotten Sick, and Anxious.The community around Monterey Bay is facing health and environmental concerns following a massive lithium-ion battery fire, raising fears of long-term contamination.
Map: See where the Eaton, Hurst and Palisades fires are burning in Southern CaliforniaWildfires in Southern California are causing widespread damage, threatening homes and forcing evacuations across multiple regions.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Fresno County on Aug. 18The Glow Fire in Fresno County has been burning for two weeks with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: Main Fire reported in Mendocino County on Sep. 29A wildfire named Main has started in Mendocino County, California, with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: North Fire reported in Riverside County on Sep. 27The North Fire is a newly reported wildfire in Riverside County, with its cause currently undetermined.
Deadly LA wildfires burn thousands of acres, postpone NHL game, threaten historic sports venuesSouthern California wildfires have caused significant destruction and displacement, affecting thousands.
A California Battery Plant Burned. Residents Have Gotten Sick, and Anxious.The community around Monterey Bay is facing health and environmental concerns following a massive lithium-ion battery fire, raising fears of long-term contamination.
Map: See where the Eaton, Hurst and Palisades fires are burning in Southern CaliforniaWildfires in Southern California are causing widespread damage, threatening homes and forcing evacuations across multiple regions.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Fresno County on Aug. 18The Glow Fire in Fresno County has been burning for two weeks with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: Main Fire reported in Mendocino County on Sep. 29A wildfire named Main has started in Mendocino County, California, with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: North Fire reported in Riverside County on Sep. 27The North Fire is a newly reported wildfire in Riverside County, with its cause currently undetermined.
Valley So Low - 99% InvisibleThe Kingston Coal Ash Spill exemplifies the environmental risks associated with coal energy and the long-term health impacts on cleanup workers.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 30A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, LAC-422711, was reported with unclear containment and unknown cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 12A new wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County, with no containment information available yet.
Breaking: Shady Fire reported in San Bernardino County on Jan. 10A new wildfire named Shady has started in San Bernardino County, California, with uncertain containment status and cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Sep. 7A new wildfire named Montiel was reported in San Diego County with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Dec. 4A wildfire reported in Riverside County is currently burning on private land with an unknown containment status and undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 30A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, LAC-422711, was reported with unclear containment and unknown cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 12A new wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County, with no containment information available yet.
Breaking: Shady Fire reported in San Bernardino County on Jan. 10A new wildfire named Shady has started in San Bernardino County, California, with uncertain containment status and cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Sep. 7A new wildfire named Montiel was reported in San Diego County with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Dec. 4A wildfire reported in Riverside County is currently burning on private land with an unknown containment status and undetermined cause.
Mayotte faces environmental and biodiversity crisis after cycloneCyclone Chido caused severe environmental destruction in Mayotte, uprooting trees, exposing slums, and threatening marine biodiversity.
Ukraine calls for sanctions against Russia oil tankers over Black Sea spillThe sinking of Russian tankers in the Black Sea calls for urgent international sanctions to prevent further environmental disasters.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv accuses Moscow of recklessness after oil tanker sinks in stormUkrainian officials condemned Russia's reckless handling of aging tankers during a storm, leading to accidents and ecological threats in the Kerch Strait.
Everything is dead': Ukraine rushes to stem ecocide after river poisoningDeliberate pollution of the Desna River by Russian forces has devastated local aquatic life and threatens water supplies for millions.
Ukraine calls for sanctions against Russia oil tankers over Black Sea spillThe sinking of Russian tankers in the Black Sea calls for urgent international sanctions to prevent further environmental disasters.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv accuses Moscow of recklessness after oil tanker sinks in stormUkrainian officials condemned Russia's reckless handling of aging tankers during a storm, leading to accidents and ecological threats in the Kerch Strait.
Everything is dead': Ukraine rushes to stem ecocide after river poisoningDeliberate pollution of the Desna River by Russian forces has devastated local aquatic life and threatens water supplies for millions.
Briefly Noted Book ReviewsThe 2008 Kingston coal ash disaster had devastating health effects on cleanup workers misled about safety precautions.Roger Penrose's work transcends mathematical challenges, aiming to reveal underlying geometric truths in our reality.
I had to fight the flames burning down my own house' This is climate breakdownVolunteers like Panagiotis bravely fought wildfires to protect their homes, highlighting both the physical and emotional toll of such natural disasters.
Sri Lanka to probe corruption' in handling of 2021 cargo ship disasterSri Lanka's government will investigate the MV X-Press Pearl disaster amid allegations of mismanagement and corruption affecting marine life and local fishermen.
BHP to face 620,000 claimants in Mariana dam collapse trial in LondonThe mother of a drowned boy is part of the largest group claim in English legal history against a mining company for a devastating dam disaster.
Victims of Brazil's worst environmental disaster to pursue claim in UK despite $31bn settlementVictims of Brazil's environmental disaster will pursue claims in the UK despite BHP's $31bn settlement with Brazilian authorities.
Brazil victims of mining disaster take BHP to court in LondonBrazil's worst environmental disaster victims seek $47 billion in compensation from BHP, emphasizing corporate accountability nine years post-incident.
BHP accused of doggedly trying to avoid' responsibility for Brazil dam disasterBHP is being sued for 36bn over the Mariana disaster, accused of evading accountability and obstructing justice for victims.
BHP to face 620,000 claimants in Mariana dam collapse trial in LondonThe mother of a drowned boy is part of the largest group claim in English legal history against a mining company for a devastating dam disaster.
Victims of Brazil's worst environmental disaster to pursue claim in UK despite $31bn settlementVictims of Brazil's environmental disaster will pursue claims in the UK despite BHP's $31bn settlement with Brazilian authorities.
Brazil victims of mining disaster take BHP to court in LondonBrazil's worst environmental disaster victims seek $47 billion in compensation from BHP, emphasizing corporate accountability nine years post-incident.
BHP accused of doggedly trying to avoid' responsibility for Brazil dam disasterBHP is being sued for 36bn over the Mariana disaster, accused of evading accountability and obstructing justice for victims.
The Spectacular Fall of Victoria Gold, Once the Darling of Yukon Mining | The WalrusThe Eagle gold mine failure led to significant environmental contamination, economic repercussions, and a loss of faith in Victoria Gold's operations by the Yukon government.
When Water Turns to SandThe Aral Sea's drastic reduction is considered one of the greatest environmental disasters of the 20th century, greatly impacting local communities.
When Accountability Fades: The Toxic Reality Facing Bramley and BeyondBramley highlights a concerning trend of accountability evasion amidst ecological crises and corporate negligence.
Maine lawmakers ask the Navy for help after massive toxic foam spillMaine faced its largest toxic firefighting foam spill, raising concerns over environmental safety and ongoing Navy cleanup efforts.
Israel launches a deadly airstrike in the West Bank, and other news.Israeli airstrikes continue to cause significant civilian casualties in the West Bank, with increasing tensions following the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
EU mission starts Red Sea oil tanker salvage DW 09/15/2024The EU and Greek authorities are conducting a salvage operation on the burning oil tanker Sounion to prevent an environmental disaster in the Red Sea.
Israel launches a deadly airstrike in the West Bank, and other news.Israeli airstrikes continue to cause significant civilian casualties in the West Bank, with increasing tensions following the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
EU mission starts Red Sea oil tanker salvage DW 09/15/2024The EU and Greek authorities are conducting a salvage operation on the burning oil tanker Sounion to prevent an environmental disaster in the Red Sea.
Over 100 tons of dead fish clog a Greek tourist port after extreme climate fluctuationsThe mass fish die-off in Volos, Greece, is linked to climatic changes and has severely impacted local businesses. Recovery efforts are underway.
100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port CityThe mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies.
Mass fish die-off in Greece: The search for answers begins DW 09/03/2024Greece faces severe environmental disasters, showcased by a massive fish die-off caused by extreme weather and mismanagement of Lake Karla.
Greece declares state of emergency over flood of dead fish DW 08/31/2024Greece has declared a state of emergency in Volos due to a mass die-off of freshwater fish, attributing it to past severe floods and drought.
Can Poland save the Oder River from toxic algae blooms? DW 08/22/2024Poland combats algae blooms in the Oder River to prevent ecological disasters after previous fish die-offs.Hydrogen peroxide is being used to manage toxic golden algae blooms threatening aquatic life.
Over 100 tons of dead fish clog a Greek tourist port after extreme climate fluctuationsThe mass fish die-off in Volos, Greece, is linked to climatic changes and has severely impacted local businesses. Recovery efforts are underway.
100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port CityThe mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies.
Mass fish die-off in Greece: The search for answers begins DW 09/03/2024Greece faces severe environmental disasters, showcased by a massive fish die-off caused by extreme weather and mismanagement of Lake Karla.
Greece declares state of emergency over flood of dead fish DW 08/31/2024Greece has declared a state of emergency in Volos due to a mass die-off of freshwater fish, attributing it to past severe floods and drought.
Can Poland save the Oder River from toxic algae blooms? DW 08/22/2024Poland combats algae blooms in the Oder River to prevent ecological disasters after previous fish die-offs.Hydrogen peroxide is being used to manage toxic golden algae blooms threatening aquatic life.
Preventing the next 'Fukushima' - High Country NewsLinnton, Oregon faces severe risks from aging fossil fuel infrastructure, particularly the CEI Hub, amid potential catastrophic earthquakes that could devastate communities.
Dragons and Sharks on a Beach Near You: The Story of the Great Lego SpillA Lego piece discovery highlights the ongoing impacts of the Great Lego Spill, the largest toy-related maritime disaster.
J. G. Ballard Demystifies Surrealist Paintings by Dali, Magritte, de Chirico & MoreJ.G. Ballard's early apocalyptic novels explore different visions of environmental disaster and the unconscious mind's connection to surrealism.