Karmactive Staff, Author at Karmactive

Panoramic view of barren volcanic cones, craters, and lava fields on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula beneath a cloudy sky, illustrating the region’s active tectonic setting.

Kamchatka 8.8 Quake Triggers California Tsunami Advisory: 1-Foot Waves Could Create Dangerous Harbor Currents

A massive earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29, 2025, sending tsunami waves across the Pacific Ocean. Initially measured at magnitude 8.8 by the National Tsunami Warning Center and later

Karmactive Staff

July 30, 2025

Subway platform at West 4th Street station with an A train stopped and passengers waiting under fluorescent lights.

Climate·News·Transportation·USA

Signal Outage at West 4th Street Halts 7 Subway Lines as NYC Heat Index Hits 104°F

A power outage affecting the signal system at West 4th Street-Washington Square station caused major service disruptions across multiple subway lines during Tuesday morning’s commute, leaving thousands of New Yorkers scrambling for

Karmactive Staff

July 29, 2025

Storm Prediction Center Mesoscale Discussion map showing a line of thunderstorms with plotted ML CAPE contours, 0–6 km shear vectors, and shaded areas indicating 75–90 mph wind threat over northwest Iowa and adjacent states as of 10:15 p.m. CDT on July 28, 2025.

Climate·News·USA·Weather

Iowa Storm Unleashes 92 MPH Winds, Leaving 32,700 Without Power as Level 4 Severe Risk Continues Tonight

A severe thunderstorm watch for north-central Iowa was canceled at 12:00 a.m. CDT—two hours before its scheduled 4 a.m. expiration—while warnings remain in effect for northeast counties. The powerful line of storms

Karmactive Staff

July 29, 2025

Climate·News·USA·Weather

Severe Thunderstorm Watch: 70+ MPH Winds Threaten Rochester-Madison Tonight as NWS Issues Alert Through 4AM

Powerful thunderstorms packing 70+ mph winds are marching toward southeast Minnesota and southern Wisconsin tonight, with the Storm Prediction Center placing most of the region under Slight (Level 2) or Marginal (Level

Karmactive Staff

July 29, 2025

Two stacked boxes of New Mexico Piñon Coffee single‑serve pods—Biscochito flavor on top and Traditional Piñon below—alongside one exposed pod, all against a pale blue background.

Food & Drinks·News·USA

FDA Issues Class III Recall for New Mexico Piñon Coffee Pods: Check Lot Code 251749 for Ink Contamination Risk

If you’re a fan of New Mexico Piñon Coffee K-Cups, it’s time to check your pantry. The company has issued a voluntary recall for specific coffee pods due to potential ink contamination.

Karmactive Staff

July 29, 2025

Climate·News·USA·Weather

Northern Plains Braces for Rare Level 4 Derecho with 90 MPH Winds and Flash Flooding Risk

A rare Level 4 severe weather risk is in effect today across parts of South Dakota and Minnesota, as a dangerous derecho threatens to bring hurricane-force wind gusts exceeding 80 mph to

Karmactive Staff

July 29, 2025

Canada·News·Transportation

Ottawa Cuts Confederation Bridge Toll to $20, Slashes Ferry Fares 50%: $28M Economic Boost for Atlantic Canada

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced today that Ottawa will reduce the Confederation Bridge toll by more than half and cut Eastern Canada ferry fares by 50 percent, effective August 1, 2025. Speaking

Karmactive Staff

July 28, 2025

Climate·News·USA·Weather

North Georgia Heat Wave: First Extreme Heat Warning Issued as Triple-Digit Temps Bring Dangerous 111°F Heat Index

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of North Georgia, with dangerous temperatures set to peak Monday and Tuesday. Highs will reach nearly 100°F across metro Atlanta,

Karmactive Staff

July 28, 2025

News·USA·Weather

Minnesota Storm Blackout: 51,273 Customers Without Power as Xcel Energy Races Against Monday’s Next Weather Front

As dawn broke over Minnesota on July 28, 2025, more than 51,273 customers remained without electricity after powerful thunderstorms swept across the state Sunday night. At the height of the outages, approximately

Karmactive Staff

July 28, 2025

Nature·News·Wildlife

World’s Smallest Snake Resurfaces in Barbados: 4.1-Inch Reptile Found After 20-Year Absence

A tiny snake small enough to curl up on a quarter coin has emerged from the shadows of scientific obscurity. The Barbados threadsnake (Tetracheilostoma carlae), officially recognized as the world’s smallest snake

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Govind Tekale

July 27, 2025