6 Oct

Central America: Deadly Tropical Storm Nate

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Central America
Deadly Tropical Storm Nate
Tropical Storm Nate has already left 22 dead in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Honduras where it caused mudslides and flash flooding. The storm is forecast to become a Category 1 hurricane as it approaches the Yucatan peninsula late Saturday or early Sunday. Parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama are also under hurricane and tropical storm watches.This map depicts the forecast path of Tropical Storm Nate. Click on the map to learn more about the story. 

Further Reading: Washington Post, LA Times, NOLA, USA Today
Graphic Source: CNN
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Brazil 
Heinous Act
A security guard set fire to a childcare center in the city of Janauba, Brazil. At least four children and a teacher have been killed in the arson attack. It was reported that an estimated 40 people have been taken to local hospitals and of that 40, 25 of the victims ranged in age from 1 to 4 years old. The motive of the attack remains unclear. This map shows the location Janauba, Brazil. Click on the map to learn more about the story. 

Further Reading: NY Times, Washington Post, Telegraph, CNN
Graphic Source: BBC
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Russia
Train Collision 
At least 16 people were killed in an accident that occurred when a train collided with a bus in an area just east of Moscow, Russia. The bus was carrying migrant workers from Uzbekistan when it stalled on the train tracks. According to witnesses, most of the passengers got off of the bus and tried to push it off of the tracks when the train suddenly approached and hit the bus. This map the location of Pokrov. Click on the map to learn more about the story.

Further Reading: Reuters, Washington Post, Moscow Times
Graphic Source: BBC

GeoQuestion

Yesterday’s Answer

Q: Where is the world’s largest domed structure located?

A: Singapore
Officially opened in June 2014, the Singapore National Stadium in Tanjong Rhu, Kallang holds the world record as the largest dome structure, measuring 1,017 feet in diameter.
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Q: Which country is the leading exporter of cars?

 

 

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