Meanwhile, fears of universal disaster sank to an all time low over the world.

The most significant indicator that there is no disaster in Iraq is the fact that there is no exodus.

Lebanon was under Israeli occupation, up to its capital, but we did not consider that a disaster. Why? Because it was very clear that there are ways to resist.

Unlike most major American cities, Honolulu is geographically insulated from the rest of the country. When disaster strikes we cannot call on neighboring states for assistance.