Catastrophe Averted in 2025: A Hair’s-Breadth Escape, Long Road

A major catastrophe was averted by the narrowest margin in 2025 after swift coordination by authorities and frontline responders. The article reconstructs the near-miss, examines root causes and warning signs, and outlines the recovery roadmap. It details risks that persist, funding and policy priorities, accountability questions, timelines, and the safeguards needed to prevent a repeat across agencies and critical sectors.