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More Than 11,000 Confirmed Dead

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A catastrophic earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 struck southeastern Turkey and northwestern Syria in the early hours of Monday, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. The pre-dawn quake was centered in the town of Pazarcik and was followed by several powerful aftershocks that further exacerbated the damage. According to officials, the death toll has reached over 11,000, with many more missing and feared dead. The extent of the disaster has left …

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Alaskans Face Storm With Winds So Strong They Pull Homes From Their Foundations

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Storm Surge in Alaska Pulls Homes From Their Foundations – The New York Times A major storm is expected to hit Alaska’s western coast this weekend, causing hurricane force winds and 50-foot ocean waves. Meteorologists believe that Typhoon Merbok will bring hurricane-force winds and towering waves crashing toward Alaska’s shores. The storm could produce the worst coastal flooding in five decades. The fierce storm will also accelerate coastal erosion that has already put villages and …

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