Monthly Archives: January 2011

Some places saw the ground rise by ten inches, experts report. Brian Handwerk for National Geographic News Published January 19, 2011 Yellowstone National Park’s supervolcano just took a deep “breath,” causing miles of ground to rise dramatically, scientists report. The … Continue reading →

40,000 properties are at risk from floodwater expected to hit Brisbane Some areas lying 60 feet under water Women and children among 78 still missing Tens of thousands of people have been told to flee Australia’s third largest city as … Continue reading →

700 turtle doves dead as global phenomenon shows no sign of abating Thousands of gizzard shad fish have been washed up on Chicago’s harbours while more than 100 dead birds have been found clustered on a California highway. The two … Continue reading →

Thousands of dead crabs have washed up along the Kent coast, with environmental experts believing the cold weather in Britain is to blame. The Velvet swimming crabs – also called devil crabs – are thought to be victims of Britain’s … Continue reading →

With £9.3billion being spent on the Olympics, the organisers could be forgiven for thinking they had prepared for every eventuality. But London could suffer a space storm during the games – causing power cuts, damaging communication satellites and forcing planes … Continue reading →

Thousands of fish found floating in Florida after cold snap 200 birds found dead on highway bridge in Texas 50 dead jackdaws found on city street in Sweden 100 tons of sardines, croaker and catfish wash up dead on Brazilian … Continue reading →