Supply Chain Implications of Coronavirus
Hyundai has stalled operations in South Korea owing to supply chain issues brought about by the coronavirus.
Category Archives: Natural Disasters
California Authorities Probe in Forced Power Outages as a Preventive Measure
Forced power outages as a preventive measure have raised a lot questions in the recent past. Last month, a major fire in the Lafayette County in California caused significant damage to property and forced residents to evacuate. The strategy was severely criticized by public officials and residents alike as it was poorly implemented. So much […]
Hurricane Dorian Approaches Florida
After wreaking havoc upon the Bahamas, Hurricane Dorian now begins to approach the south eastern American state of Florida. Hurricane Dorian has devastated with roaring storms parts of many islands in the Bahamas, including Grand Bahama, the northernmost island that’s merely 100 miles off the coast of Florida. Homes have been reduced to debris, people […]
Power Outages Due to Extreme Weather
What Causes Power Outages Official sources confirm that nearly four fifths of all power outages result from inclement weather, including severe cold, harsh storms and heat waves. The rest are caused by accidents and equipment breakdown. Annually, power outages imply a $150 million loss of revenue for American businesses mainly due to damage to transmission […]
What to Expect From This Year’s Wildfire Season
The wildfire season keeps growing in intensity and scale with every year. Their erratic nature causes widespread destruction. But carefully assessing the risks involved can help mitigate their impact. North America’s western regions are highly prone to wildfires. Inhabited by millions of people, these areas are known for dry, hot summers and an excess of […]
