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…of the 80's Today I'd like to share with you the events that occurred 18 years ago. The natural disasters that took many human lives and the great progress made my man in the field of science. Knowing more about days such as this can make us realize that what we…

…. And the Holy Wars began. When natural disaster strikes somewhere in the world, the religious community comes together in a great effort to provide humanitarian aid to those in need. Catholic Relief Services has pledged $25 million in emergency aid for Southeast Asia…

…of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is mandated to co-ordinate the international humanitarian response to a natural disaster or complex emergency (normally linked to conflict), it is often distinguished from development aid by being focused on relieving suffering caused…

…In the past few weeks, the people of Pakistan have had their worst nightmare. They have witnessed nature's most terrible catastrophe and continue to endure its aftermath. Innocent people were caught helpless against the powers of nature and were unaware…

…as much money as possible, which usually causes large or hidden harms. THE CORPORATION explores the nature and spectacular rise of the dominant institution of our time. Footage from pop culture, advertising, TV news, and corporate propaganda, illuminates…

…that is is for the best...It is impossible that things should be other than they are(11)". Pangloss' philosophy said that the Lisbon earthqua was necessary in the course of nature, and there was a rationalization for the disaster. War is another evil which Voltaire…

…to exist and we are not exempted from them. We need to eat food, we need to drink water, and we need breathe clean air. The weather still affects us. We do not control when it rains or when it is sunny. We are devastated by natural disasters and shortages…

…of the buildings placed upon it. And the reason for all these disasters is the human interference in the hydrologic cycle. When humans blacktop a certain stretch of land, it takes away the natural drains and sponges created by the vegetation. The water builds up…

…universally. The "ancient Mesopotamians saw gods and demons everywhere in nature."(13) Each god served a different purpose; there were gods of the sun, moon, storms, river, and fire and in all other things. There were also the demons; they caused the disasters…

…. The final cost makes the earthquake the most expensive natural disaster in modern history. Remember all that for just 20 seconds of earthquake. What were the effects? The effects can be split into two. Primary effects and Secondary effects…