Browsing Category
NATURE
massive waves smash through ferry windows in germany
The front windows of a ferry cruising on the Elbe River in Hamburg smashed due to huge waves caused by the storm. The moment was captured by a passenger, where they fled in panic following the incident. The moment went viral on social…
severe storm disrupts education and transportation in northern germany
Storm Ylenie hit northern Germany, forcing some states to suspend education. The storm toppled trees, blew roofs of some houses, while flight and train services were cancelled. Local sources reported that the wind speed of up to 152…
Death toll rises to 94 in floods and landslides in Brazil
At least 94 people have died in Petropolis in floods following heavy rains in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. More than 50 houses were destroyed and 370 people were placed to shelters. 24 people were rescued so far in the search and rescue…
6.2 magnitude earthquake hits Guatemala
According to statement released by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a 6.2 magnitude earthquake occurred at a depth of 84 kilometers below the ground in the town of Santa Lucia Cotzumalguapa located at 33 kilometers southwest of…
A rainbow like circle appeared around the Sun in Turkey
On Tuesday noon, a circle resembling a rainbow was formed around the Sun in Turkey's Erzurum city. The magnificent natural phenomenon amazed those who saw it. Domestic and foreign tourists skiing at the Palandöken Ski Center peak at an…
flash floods, landslides kill at least 18 in Brazil after heavy rain
Heavy rains caused floods and landslides across the city of Petropolis, located in the mountainous region of the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Vehicles were dragged by the flood waters, where the rivers overflowed and flooded the streets…
Full moon over historic Salen Castle in Turkey
Photographs show the full moon rising over the historical Şalen Castle, which is located on the peak of the Amanos Mountains in Hatay's Iskenderun district. The castle has stood since the Hellenistic period and is located in the highland…
dozens of false killer whale wash up on argentinian shore
Dozens of false killer whales washed up on shore and stranded near a pier in the southern Argentina city of Ushuaia. According to eyewitnesses, the false killer whales, which number between 40 and 50, attempted to reach the beach while…
Art meets nature in Turkey’s Artvin
A music concert was held in the Karagöl-Sahara National Park, which is famous for its natural beauties, in the Şavşat district of Artvin, which is called the "Calm City". Art met with nature, accompanied by Piano, Cello and Accordion,…
Dutalan Waterfall brings back to life with rising water flow in Turkey
The water flow of Dutalan Waterfall in Turkey’s Bucak has risen as snow melts, forming unique beauty. The waterfall is also known as the ‘Ring Waterfall’, where water flows through a ring-like rock. The popularity of the spot grows with its…