Ongoing Hurricane Relief Efforts Continue in Jamaica
Massive relief operations continue in Jamaica weeks after devastating Hurricane Melissa. Learn how recovery efforts are progressing and what challenges remain.
Category : Search result: Canada disaster preparedness
Manitoba testing emergency alert system Wednesday
Manitoba conducts emergency alert system test on Wednesday. Learn what to expect and how this critical public safety system protects residents across the province.
FEMA Acting Chief Resigns After Criticism
FEMA's acting administrator David Richardson resigns following internal frustration and criticism over his handling of natural disasters, including Texas floods. Karen Evans to take over.
Vietnam Floods Kill 7, Trigger Landslides
Heavy rainfall causes devastating landslides and floods in central Vietnam, resulting in 7 fatalities and widespread destruction. Rescue operations underway.
Indian pilgrims killed in Saudi Arabia bus crash
Tragic bus accident in Saudi Arabia claims dozens of Indian pilgrims' lives. Officials confirm multiple fatalities in devastating road incident during religious journey.
Hurricane Melissa Triggers Deadly Landslide in Haiti
The southern Haitian town of Petit Goave mourns its dead after a landslide triggered by Hurricane Melissa. A community grapples with the devastating aftermath of the storm.
Quebec Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Wednesday
Quebec Public Security announces emergency alert system test for Wednesday. Learn what to expect and why these tests are crucial for public safety across the province.
Alert Ready Test in New Brunswick on Wednesday
New Brunswick will conduct a province-wide Alert Ready test on Wednesday, November 15, 2025. Ensure your devices are ready for this crucial public safety system check.
BHP Found Liable for Brazil's Worst Environmental Disaster
A London judge finds BHP Group responsible for Brazil's 2015 dam collapse that killed 19 and caused massive environmental damage. Learn about the legal implications for global mining corporations.
Live Police Training at University of Alberta Friday
Edmonton police conduct realistic training exercise at University of Alberta campus Friday. Learn how this prepares first responders for real emergencies in our community.
Colombia volcano victims remembered 40 years later
Families in Colombia continue searching for children lost in the 1985 Nevado del Ruiz eruption that killed 25,000 people. Emotional memorial held on disaster anniversary.
Halifax-area hospitals planning emergency exercises with actors
Halifax-area hospitals will conduct realistic emergency preparedness exercises using actors and simulated weapons. The drills aim to enhance staff response capabilities during critical incidents.
Taiwan evacuates 8,300 ahead of tropical storm
Taiwan authorities evacuate thousands and close schools as tropical storm approaches. Emergency response teams deploy inflatable boats for rescue operations in affected regions.
Edmonton raises funds for Philippines after typhoons
Edmonton residents are mobilizing to raise funds for the Philippines after two powerful typhoons, including Fung-wong, hit the region in one week, causing widespread devastation and displacing 1.4 million people.
Typhoon Fung-wong: 10 Dead, 1.4 Million Displaced
Typhoon Fung-wong batters the Philippines, causing widespread devastation with 10 fatalities and 1.4 million displaced. Rescue efforts continue as the storm moves away.
Thornbury Market Collects Donations for Jamaica Hurricane
Goldsmith's Farm Market in Thornbury becomes official donation hub for Jamaica hurricane relief. Learn how you can help victims and where to donate supplies.
London Hospital Prepares for Tough Flu Season
London Health Sciences Centre is preparing for a challenging influenza season based on global data trends. Learn how the hospital is bolstering its response.
South Korea Power Plant Collapse Leaves 1 Dead, 4 Missing
A catastrophic collapse at a retired coal power plant in South Korea has left one worker dead and four others missing, presumed dead, in a devastating industrial accident.
Calgarians Support Jamaican Hurricane Relief Efforts
Calgarians are rallying support for Jamaica after Hurricane Beryl's devastation. Local organizations and volunteers are collecting essential supplies and donations to aid recovery efforts.
Saskatoon Council Frustrated by Warming Centre Costs
Saskatoon city councillors express frustration after discovering $515,000 in unexpected renovations needed for new warming centre just weeks before winter.
Philippines Typhoon Death Toll Surpasses 140, Heads to Vietnam
Catastrophic typhoon leaves trail of destruction across Philippines with rising fatalities, widespread flooding, and now sets dangerous course toward Vietnam's vulnerable coastline.
UPS Plane Crash in Kentucky Kills 12 After Engine Failure
A catastrophic engine failure led to the devastating crash of a UPS cargo plane in Kentucky, killing all 12 people on board in a fiery explosion that shook the local community.
Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi Heads for Vietnam After Philippines
Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi leaves trail of destruction in Philippines, killing at least 12 and displacing thousands as it intensifies toward Vietnam. Emergency preparations underway.
Canadian Forces Deploy to Jamaica for Hurricane Relief
Canada's military launches Operation RENAISSANCE to provide critical disaster relief in Jamaica following devastating hurricane damage. Read about the CAF's humanitarian mission.
London Jamaicans Mobilize Hurricane Relief for Homeland
London's Jamaican diaspora springs into action, organizing massive relief efforts after Hurricane Melissa devastates the island nation with widespread destruction.
UPS Plane Crash Kills 11 After Engine Detaches in Kentucky
A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded in Kentucky after an engine detached mid-flight, killing all 11 people aboard in a tragic aviation disaster that has sparked federal investigation.
Canadian Among 7 Dead in Nepal Avalanche
A devastating avalanche in Nepal's Himalayas has claimed seven climbers' lives, including one Canadian mountaineer, during a challenging expedition on Mount Manaslu.
UPS Plane Crash: Death Toll Rises in Dubai Disaster
Breaking news from Dubai International Airport as the death toll climbs following the crash of a UPS cargo plane. Latest updates on investigation and recovery efforts.
UPS Plane Crash in Kentucky Leaves Multiple Fatalities
A devastating cargo plane crash at Kentucky's Tri-State Airport resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, with emergency crews working through the night on recovery efforts.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills 66 in earthquake-hit Philippines
Typhoon Kalmaegi has claimed 66 lives in the Philippines, devastating a province that was still recovering from a recent deadly earthquake. The storm brought massive flooding and landslides to the vulnerable region.
Page 3 of 4