Category: Environmental Conservation

A 4.3‑magnitude quake struck the San Francisco Bay Area early on September 22, 2025, jolting homes from San Francisco to the East Bay. The USGS placed the epicenter east‑southeast of Berkeley at a depth of 7.8 km. Residents shared startled selfies and toppled toothbrushes on social media, but no injuries were reported. Local news crews felt the shaking live, underscoring the region’s constant seismic threat.

Imagine a world where all endangered animals have gone extinct. The loss would be devastating, not only from an emotional and aesthetic standpoint, but also in terms of biodiversity and the balance of our ecosystems. These animals play crucial roles in their habitats, and their extinction could lead to the collapse of these ecosystems, impacting our livelihoods, food security, and even climate. Additionally, the extinction of these species would signify a failure on our part to protect and preserve the natural world. It's a bleak picture, but it underscores the urgent need for conservation efforts.