Natural Disasters

Natural Disasters

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Flooding worsens in Queensland, evacuations underway

Unprecedented flooding twice the size of Victoria is already wreaking havoc across the state’s west.

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Communities could be cut off for weeks amid fears widespread rain will trigger further flooding.

Earthquake death toll climbs beyond 1600 as resistance movement agrees to ceasefire

The number of dead could exceed 10,000, with rescue operations unable to match the scale of the disaster.

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The US Geological Service’s modelling estimates Myanmar’s death toll could exceed 10,000.

Myanmar's quake death toll jumps to more than 1000

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Myanmar's top general called for international help as he inspected the earthquake's devastation. (AP PHOTO)

Sophie Monk recounts earthquake terror while on 52nd floor

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Sophie Monk has told of the terrifying moment she was caught up in the massive earthquake which shook Bangkok and Myanmar.

Overlooked toll of ex-Cyclone Alfred: Scores of wild animals dead and more at risk

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At least 45 wild animals have died as a result of the ex-cyclone’s impact.

Squatters vow to stay in condemned, flood-ravaged homes

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Roisin says the Lismore community has been accepting of squatters in flood-prone houses. (Elise Derwin/AAP PHOTOS)