Winter storms, tornado outbreaks and major hurricanes caused 24 disasters that have cost more than $1 billion each this year.

The World of Waves STEM Workshop blends cutting-edge science ... Focused on the essential role waves play in understanding the Earth System, plate tectonics and natural disasters, this module blends ...

So, what constitutes a disaster? Disasters can stem from natural causes, such as fires, earthquakes, hurricanes and tornadoes. Disasters also include mass casualty events like bombings and shootings.

Many of FEMA’s costs after natural disasters stem from rebuilding schools, municipal water plants and other public infrastructure that local governments never insured, he said. Congress should ...