- Naturally Occurring Black Smokers On The Ocean Floor
By: Scott Fromherz - Aug 17, 2007
A naturally-occurring hot springs settles on the bottom of the ocean floor, in a similar way as the Old Faithful spouts off every so often at...
- 2003 California Wildfire Worst in Its History to That Time
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
In late October 2003 the state of California was hit with the worst wildfire that it had ever experienced. Twenty people where killed and much...
- Huge Landslide Destroys Ski Resort
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
In July of 1997 a tremendous landslide rolled over the Thredbo Ski Village in Australia causing massive damage and virtually burying everything in...
- Delaware Valley Flood Results in Severe Damage
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
In August of 1955 hurricanes Connie and Diane passed through the Delaware valley area dropping over 8" of rain. With little warning the Delaware...
- Tsunami Hits Coastal Communities Across Southeast Asia, Killing an Estimated 275,000 People
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
On December 26, 2004 the Asian Tsunami hit the coastal regions of Southeast Asia becoming one of the largest and deadliest catastrophes of our time.
- Infrastructure Decimated by Earthquake in Kobe, Japan on January 17, 1995
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
In January 1995 a massive earthquake hit the region near Japan's busiest port at Kobe, killing 5000 people and reeking havoc with local utilities,...
- August 24, 1992: Hurricane Andrew Attacks Florida, Massive Damage Is The Result
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
On August 24, 1992 hurricane Andrew hit the state of Florida with wind gusts as high as 175 miles per hour, resulting in massive damage and loss of...
- Some of the Worst Tornados in US History Result in Massive Damage
By: Andrew Stratton - Aug 17, 2007
On April 11, 1965 a massive series of tornados hit the states of Iowa, Indiana, and Michigan with wind gusts as high as 318 miles per hour, killing...
- What We've Learned From Birds About Flight - and Why It Took So Long
By: Janet Winter - Aug 17, 2007
Eons ago, Zork stood outside his cave and watched a vulture spread his wings and soar off a cliff. Zork decided to try this himself. Too late, he...
- Air - More Than Just A Necessity
By: Steve Thomas - Aug 17, 2007
No one really thinks about the versatility and usefulness of air until it is really needed. The lack of air can kill; polluted air can cause illness.
- Zap Thse Darn Mosquitos Where They Live
By: Tom Sample - Aug 17, 2007
Mosquito-transmitted diseases claim one million lives every year around the world and that's why a reduction in their population is much sought...
- Predict The Weather From The Comfort Of Your Living Room!
By: Tom Sample - Aug 17, 2007
You sit inside and a display console shows you what the weather is like outside - the humidity, the temperature, the rainfall, air pressure, wind...
- Do you Wear Bonsai Goggles ?
By: Bradley Smith - Aug 17, 2007
This article compares life with that of a Bonsai tree. By wearing Bonsai Goggles you will learn that getting old needn't mean being out of date !
- How To Photograph Wild Birds
By: Janet Winter - Aug 17, 2007
Late fall is a perfect time to photograph wild birds. Leaves are falling off the trees, opening the view and birds are eager to feed. And if you're...
- Should You Feed Wild Birds In The Winter?
By: Janet Winter - Aug 17, 2007
Winter weather will soon be here in many parts of the country, yet many of us enjoy our wild birds year-round. Should you continue feeding them in...
- Baby Boomers are Living Off The Grid, Using Alternative Energy, and Building Strawbale Houses
By: Luise Volta - Aug 17, 2007
Many retiring Baby Boomers are looking for a serious challenge, an escape from urbanism and a chance to breathe clean air.
- Bats in Your Home? Here's How to Get Them Out - Humanely!
By: Janet Winter - Aug 17, 2007
Inspite of their reputation, bats are beneficial and interesting creatures. But if they nest in your home, they can be a real problem. Here's how...
- How Do You Pronounce That?
By: Angie Hembree - Aug 17, 2007
Products that you can't say could be hazardous to your health. I've given some examples and a website to look up more ingredients.
- Create And Enjoy A Hummingbird Paradise
By: Ben Franklin - Aug 17, 2007
While it's true attracting these amazing little creatures isn't very difficult, there are ways to better ensure success.
- Rose Diseases - All You Need To Know
By: Mike Singh - Aug 17, 2007
Roses are beautiful plants that many people enjoy growing in their gardens. But, there are some very common types of diseases that face roses no...
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