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Volcaholic

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Sharing the wildest volcano eruptions, extreme weather, disasters, breaking news and anything I find amusing & interesting. You can buy me a coffee at - https://ko-fi.com/volcaholic

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Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 3mo ago

BREAKING: Two trains have collided at Bekasi Timur Station in Indonesia. Local reports say a KRL commuter service was struck by an intercity train on the same line, causing significant damage to carriages and major disruption to services. Details on casualties still being confirmed.

Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Biodegradable PLA sandbags are being used in northern China to stabilise deserts. Filled with sand and laid in grids, they break wind and trap moisture so plants can take hold. Grasses and shrubs are introduced, sometimes crops, while the bags slowly degrade.

Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Heavy rain hit Qinzhou, China, lasting ~12 hours and triggering severe flooding. Up to 362.2mm fell, the heaviest in nearly a decade. A red warning was issued as roads, vehicles and underground garages were flooded. Residents were told to stay indoors, with some schools closed.

Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Record breaking snowfall hit Moscow, Russia overnight. Around 12cm fell, the heaviest on record for this date. An orange alert is in effect, with severe ice, fallen trees and strong winds. Transport disruption is widespread, with 50+ flights hit and trains delayed.

Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 4mo ago

The pine processionary caterpillar is a growing risk across Europe. They feed on pine trees and cause severe skin, eye and respiratory irritation in humans and can be fatal for dogs. Climate change is helping them spread north, survive milder winters and damage forests. 📹 Amparo Jara

Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 4mo ago

A massive hailstorm hit parts of São Paulo, Brazil yesterday, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. In Piedade, it was on another level, with hail piling up and causing damage, especially to lightweight roofing sheets.

Volcaholic@volcaholic1.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Huge widespread dust storms have hit Xinjiang, China, after a cold air mass swept across the region, setting off severe conditions and reducing visibility across large areas.