Destination Disaster

This week, we're switching it up to discuss the largest wave of COVID-19 to-date. With over 1-million cases diagnosed in one day alone, what more is it going to take to realize just how serious this pandemic is? We're looking at a collapse of the United States healthcare system.  Sources:  https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/covid-19/when-to-go-to-the-hospital-for-covid https://www.cdc.gov...

On this episode of Current Events, we discuss the sheer amount of COVID-19 Cases that have emerged coming out of the holiday season here in the United States. Some states have decided to forego mitigation measures and seemingly promote misinformation *cough* Florida *cough*.  I urge all that are able and willing to get vaccinated - it's the responsible thing to do.  Episode 5 of Destinat...

This week, we discuss the potential impact of a meteorite here on Earth. We dive into the early detection methods that agencies have implemented to ensure that we don't end up like the dinosaurs and exactly what an impact of different sizes could yield. Thanks for tuning in!  Follow me on my socials:  Instagram - @destination.disater Twitter - @destdisaster TikTok - @destinationdisasterp...

This week we discuss the deadly tornado outbreak between December 10th and 11th, including the tornado that stayed on the ground for over 250 miles! Episode 4 of Destination Disaster will launch on December 27, 2021.  Source:  https://www.govtech.com/em/preparedness/maine-reaches-new-covid-19-hospitalization-record https://apnews.com/hub/emergency-management https://newsroom.aaa.com/2021...

**Warning, Graphic Content** This week we discuss the mass shooters that have happened here in the United States and the alarming frequency in which they continue to occur.  Sources:  https://everytownresearch.org/maps/mass-shootings-in-america-2009-2019/ https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2019-11-14/the-five-types-of-mass-shooters https://time.com/4965022/deadliest-mass-shooting-us-h...

This episode of Current Events covers the tragic school shooting at Oxford High School, Kansas vaccine rates falling, and the new Omicron variant. Episode 3 of Destination Disaster will be available on December 13, 2021.  Source:  https://www.govtech.com/em/safety/pandemic-worsens-as-vaccine-mandates-fall-in-kansas https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/01/us/michigan-oxford-high-school-shooting-vi...

This week we discuss volcanoes, their disastrous effects on the environment, and what an eruption would look like if in proximity to a large metropolitan city.  Sources: https://www.usgs.gov/volcano/about-volcanoes https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/vsc/glossary/vei.html https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-a-supervolcano-what-a-supereruption?qt-news_science_products=0#qt-news_science_products https://pubs...

Happy Thanksgiving!  This is the first inter-episode news update focusing on news including natural disasters, COVID-19, and any relevant Emergency Management news. These will launch on weeks that there isn't a full-length episode to ensure that there is content being released.  News Sources:  Associated Press & Center for Disaster Philanthropy  Intro & Outro Music:&nbs...

Season 2 Launch! This week we discuss the potential risk of a tsunami impacting here on the East Coast. While not necessarily an imminent risk, it is one that we must prepare for.  Social Media:  Instagram: @destination.disaster Twitter: @dest_disaster TikTok: @destinationdisaterpodcast Consider joining my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/DestinationDisaster?fan_landing=true  Source...

This week, we conclude Season 1 with the finale to the space virus threat. Thank you to all who have chosen to follow! Season 2 kicks off on November 14th, 2021!  Intro music is provided by FesliyanStudios (https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/downloads-c/halloween-music/59) Background Music is provided by Mystified (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Mystified/Traveller_Soundtr...

This week, we take things a little spooky in honor of my favorite Holiday, Halloween! We take a look at what a potential space-borne virus could resemble and what that could do to humans here on Earth.  Intro & Outro music is provided by FesliyanStudios (https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/downloads-c/halloween-music/59)  Background Music is provided by Mystified (http...

This week we are discussing solar storms and the damage they can potentially cause here on Earth.  Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuclear_fusion https://cosmonova.org/different-types-stars-stellar-evolution/ https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/phenomena/solar-radiation-storm https://earthsky.org/space/solar-cycle-25-is-here-explanation/ https://spaceweatherarchive.com/2021/03/12/the-great...

This week, we will be discussing violent militias and the threat that these groups pose to the American public. Hateful rhetoric and false conspiracies draw many of these groups to take up arms against a force that not even they are aware of. Sources:  https://www.csis.org/blogs/examining-extremism/examining-extremism-militia-movement https://www.wsj.com/articles/what-are-militias-and-are-the...

On Episode 6 this week, we are discussing tornadoes and the catastrophic impacts throughout history. As always, we end the episode with a theoretical impact of a catastrophic tornado in the deep south.  Follow me on my socials!  Instagram - @destination.disaster Twitter - @dest_disaster TikTok - @DestinationDisasterPodcast Source:  EF Scale - https://www.spc.noaa.gov/efscale/ Natche...

This week we'll be discussing the history of biological warfare and the disastrous effects it has had on history. As with every episode we will discuss a theoretical scenario.  Follow me on my other socials!  Instagram - @destination.disaster Twitter - @dest_disaster TikTok - @DestinationDisasterPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would you do if you were unexpectedly faced with a chemical agent attack while in public? Listen to this weeks episode to find out what the warning signs are and what you should do in the event you experience this situation.  Sources:  Geneva Protocol: https://unoda-web.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/assets/WMD/Bio/pdf/Status_Protocol.pdf NTI: https://www.nti.org/lea...

What would you do if a catastrophic earthquake ruptured leading to a tsunami that could potentially sweep entire cities into the sea? Listen here and find out!  Intro Music by: Sscheidl (Clip 01 Turn it up) - Pixabay Sources:  The Cascadia Subduction Zone - https://pnsn.org/outreach/earthquakesources/csz 1700 Cascadia Subduction Zone Earthquake - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1700_Cascad...

On this weeks episode, we discuss the potential for a nuclear meltdown at the Surry Nuclear Power Plant. A meltdown here could potentially place over 2 million citizens in harms way should there be a release of radioactive contaminants. Are you prepared?  Check me out on my other platforms!  Instagram: @destination.disaster Twitter: @destdisaster TikTok: @DestinationDisasterPodcast Sourc...

What would you do if a Category 5 impact was going to impact the community in which you call home? Let's take a look at what an impact of this magnitude would look like and how to better prepare yourself should this scenario ever occur.  Intro Music By: Sscheidl – Pixabay (Clip 01 Turn it up)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.