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Boost for people with disabilities
By Fiji Times on Feb 27, 2023 01:27 pm
People living with disabilities were given a boost via the
disaster preparedness training conducted by the Adventist Development
and Relief Agency (ADRA) Fiji in partnership with France’s Ministry of
Europe and Foreign Affairs.
After a series of winter storms, regulators approve new standards for power plants
By Idaho Capital Sun on Feb 27, 2023 01:24 pm
Standards adopted by FERC include freeze protection steps,
better cold weather preparedness plans and requirements to identify
freeze-prone equipment
Study hints at high climate change risk in India, bats for investment in resilience
By Mongabay on Feb 27, 2023 01:18 pm
Nine Indian states are among the top 50 most vulnerable
regions, according to a recent global study that ranked 26,000 regions
based on the climate vulnerability of their built-up area.
What is spillover? Bird flu outbreak underscores need for early detection to prevent the next big pandemic
By Conversation Media Group, the on Feb 27, 2023 01:14 pm
The avian influenza epidemic has killed over 58 million
birds in the U.S. Outbreaks of viruses like bird flu raise the spectre
of another disease jumping from animals into humans – a process called
spillover. But what can be done to stop it?
Chemical disasters will keep happening
By The Hill on Feb 27, 2023 01:09 pm
On Feb. 3, a Norfolk Southern train carrying cancer-causing
chemicals derailed near the small town of East Palestine in Ohio —
resulting in a toxic explosion, large fire and an evacuation order.
Hazardous waste pollution is devastating but not uncommon.
Climate justice and accountability for Pakistan
By London School of Economics and Political Science, the on Feb 24, 2023 05:13 pm
Global climate change governance is in extremely bad shape and
remains toothless in the absence of an implementation mechanism to
ensure compliance with the commitments made by wealthy nations.
Climate Academy 2023: Supporting community choices in a changing climate – learning from planned relocations
By United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security on Feb 24, 2023 10:39 am
The “People’s Pathways to Climate Action – Climate Academy”
2023 is jointly organized by UNU-EHS and Munich Re Foundation (MRF) in
collaboration with the UNFCCC. The International Organization on
Migration (IOM) is a special partner for the 2023 academy.
Hurricane preparedness board game developed
By World Bank, the on Feb 24, 2023 10:33 am
A new board game will teach children about hurricane
preparedness and safety through fun scenarios and questions. The game
'HURRYcane Run’ has been developed by the Student Support Services
Division (SSSD) and UNICEF the Netherlands (UNICEF NL).
Turkey earthquake: How are the true costs calculated?
By Deutsche Welle on Feb 24, 2023 09:48 am
Estimating the cost of disasters is a tricky business and
calculations can vary widely. Following the devastating earthquake in
Turkey and Syria, we examine some of the main methods used.
Prevention is a ‘no-brainer’: top UN disaster risk reduction official on Türkiye-Syria quakes
By The New Humanitarian on Feb 24, 2023 09:27 am
This month’s earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria have been called a
“once-in-a-generation” disaster – one so devastating that Turkish
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said it wasn’t possible to be prepared
for them. Is that really true?
UNCDF partners with Howden to build climate resilience for vulnerable communities in Fiji
By Howden on Feb 24, 2023 09:18 am
The UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is pleased to announce
international insurance broker Howden as a new addition to its long list
of private sector partners helping fight climate change in the Pacific.
Historical dredging and wetland loss in New York City's Jamaica Bay increase flooding
By PhysOrg, Omicron Technology Ltd on Feb 24, 2023 09:12 am
Historical dredging and wetland loss in New York City's Jamaica
Bay have increased high-tide flooding in the area, according to a new
study.
Africa’s first heat officer is based in Freetown — 5 things that should be on her agenda
By Down To Earth on Feb 24, 2023 09:04 am
Significant proportion of urban dwellers who are poor and those
whose living conditions do not provide adequate shelter from heat risks
make Africa deserving special attention
Powder keg: Australia primed to burn
By Climate Council of Australia on Feb 23, 2023 03:23 pm
Australia has long been referred to as a land of “drought and
flooding rains”, prone to bushfires as well as intense rainfall events.
China’s Yellow River flooded 10 times more often in past millennium. New study finds out why
By South China Morning Post on Feb 23, 2023 02:35 pm
Human interference caused 80 per cent of increased flooding in
river known as the ‘sorrow of China’, study of 12,000 years of data
shows.
Cebu City should be more proactive in implementing measures vs earthquakes – official
By Cebu Daily News on Feb 23, 2023 02:23 pm
An official of the Cebu City Planning and Development Office
(CCPDO) has urged the city government to be more “proactive” and
implement extra measures for earthquake preparedness and response.
Think Change episode 19: Türkiye-Syria earthquakes – lessons learnt and what next?
By Overseas Development Institute on Feb 23, 2023 02:17 pm
On 6 February, two major earthquakes struck Türkiye and Syria,
bringing widespread destruction to both countries. Scientists had issued
warnings, but the scale of damage caused was never anticipated and had
not been prepared for.
Environmental project gains UNESCO recognition
By University of Dundee on Feb 23, 2023 01:58 pm
The Eddleston Water Project is a living laboratory collecting
evidence of the benefits of natural flood management techniques.
ECCA is looking for creative and interactive contents on climate change adaptation
By Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici on Feb 23, 2023 01:58 pm
The call for proposals is open until February 27 for the most
important European event on the topic of climate change adaptation. The
upcoming ECCA 2023 will be held in Dublin on June 19-21, 2023 and
organized within MAGICA project, coordinated by CMCC.
Turkey-Syria earthquake: How can cities build up resilience?
By Deutsche Welle on Feb 23, 2023 01:53 pm
Rebuilding after the disaster in Turkey and Syria will take
years and cost billions. Following the example set by other
earthquake-prone regions, can they recover and become more resilient?
Study by FSU researchers finds resilience to disasters lags in Black communities
By Florida State University News on Feb 23, 2023 01:48 pm
In a recent study, FSU researchers found that trauma and a host
of psychosocial and physical challenges caused by Hurricane Michael are
disproportionately affecting the region’s Black communities.
Türkiye & Syria earthquake reminds all of the unmitigated risks of a deadly disaster
By United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific on Feb 23, 2023 01:43 pm
When intervals between large earthquakes are long, as is the
case with many of Earth’s most dangerous faults, people often become
increasingly unaware of the hazard and thus increasingly unprepared.
Oriental Institute restores ancient Egyptian monuments threatened by climate change
By University of Chicago on Feb 23, 2023 01:41 pm
Institute led dismantling and reconstruction of three monumental gates in danger of collapse
Flooded city: A slow catastrophe in post-Harvey Houston
By PhysOrg, Omicron Technology Ltd on Feb 23, 2023 01:28 pm
Between 2015 and 2017, Houston was impacted by three "500-year"
flood events, including Hurricane Harvey, which caused unprecedented
damage to its people and its infrastructure.
Towards better flood and drought monitoring
By European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites on Feb 23, 2023 01:13 pm
How innovative approaches to remote sensing data are improving
understanding of floods, droughts and the challenges posed by climate
change.
IWMI launches high-tech drought monitoring system for Zambia
By International Water Management Institute on Feb 23, 2023 12:50 pm
The Zambia Drought Monitoring System (ZADMS), developed by the
International Water Management Institute (IWMI) for Zambia’s Ministry of
Agriculture will provide all the information needed to effectively
manage drought.
Call for Participation: 2023 CAP Implementation Workshop
By International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies on Feb 22, 2023 08:02 pm
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent
Societies (IFRC) is hosting the 2023 Common Alerting Protocol (CAP)
Implementation Workshop and Training at the IFRC headquarters building
Govt sets up panel on wheat as farms brace for heat wave
By Live-Mint/Hindustan Times, HT Media Limited on Feb 22, 2023 02:07 pm
Temperatures in seven states, including Punjab, a major grower of wheat, are at levels usually seen in mid-March.
Earthquake prone: how can we bring our riskiest buildings up to scratch?
By University of Auckland on Feb 22, 2023 02:05 pm
As some of Aotearoa’s most seismically vulnerable buildings
wait for upgrades, researchers say well-designed programmes to
facilitate these potentially life-saving works should be prioritised.
Why Turkey's earthquake is a grim wake-up call for the Middle East
By Middle East Eye on Feb 22, 2023 01:41 pm
The destruction in Turkey and Syria shows the urgent need to invest in emergency preparedness across the region.
Earthquake in Syria a wake-up call for transformative action towards ending the crisis; A new ESCWA study
By United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia on Feb 22, 2023 01:28 pm
A new policy brief issued today by the UN Economic and Social
Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) urges swift and united action to
address the protracted crisis caused by the 2023 February Syria
earthquakes.
We planted pine in response to Cyclone Bola – with devastating consequences. It is now time to invest in natives
By Conversation Media Group, the on Feb 22, 2023 11:23 am
During Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle the poor management of
exotic plantations – primarily pine – has again led to extensive damage
in Tairāwhiti.
Global internet connectivity at risk from climate disasters
By Environment & Energy Publishing on Feb 22, 2023 11:11 am
A new research found that ocean and nearshore disturbances
caused by extreme weather events have exposed “hot spots” along the
transglobal cable network, increasing the risk of internet outages.
Why is Tunisia struggling to stop its beaches vanishing?
By Context on Feb 22, 2023 11:07 am
Rising seas, droughts fuelled by climate change, dam building
and overdevelopment are causing a coastal crisis in Tunisia. In the
Maghreb, Tunisia acutely hit by coastal erosion. Rising seas, dams and
development cited as main drivers.
Harvesting the benefits of anticipatory action
By Anticipation Hub on Feb 22, 2023 11:02 am
Farmers in southern Kenya recently harvested a variety of crops
that were planted as part of an anticipatory action initiative by the
Kenya Red Cross Society. This is now helping their families to cope with
the impacts of a prolonged drought.
How can cultural sites be saved after the Türkiye-Syria earthquakes?
By Euronews on Feb 22, 2023 10:55 am
When an earthquake strikes, the priority for rescue teams is to
save lives. But there is also the need to preserve historical heritage.
And the way in which ancient buildings survive can also provide many
lessons as authorities look to rebuild.
How can quantum technology improve earthquake detection?
By University of Birmingham on Feb 22, 2023 10:49 am
Recent events in Turkey and Syria demonstrate the devastating
effects of earthquakes. How can technology improve quake detection?
Flooded Home Buyback scheme helps wash away the pain for Queenslanders
By Conversation Media Group, the on Feb 22, 2023 10:07 am
It’s almost a year since floods devastated parts of Ipswich in
Southeast Queensland. Over the course of four days (February 25-28
2022), Ipswich received 682 millimetres of rain and the Bremer River
rose to 16.72m in the centre of the city.
Germany: Insurers demand a stop to building new homes in flood-risk areas
By FloodList on Feb 22, 2023 09:48 am
Insurers in Germany have warned that new homes continue to be
built in flood-risk areas in the country. In the last 23 years, over
32,000 residential buildings have been constructed in high-risk areas.
Landslides and law: Cyclone Gabrielle raises serious questions about where we’ve been allowed to build
By Conversation Media Group, the on Feb 21, 2023 03:58 pm
Given the death toll, it’s important we consider the impacts of
Cyclone Gabrielle sensitively. But we must also begin looking into the
history of land-use and planning decisions in areas worst hit by
landslides.
Locally-sourced: How Kiribati is shoring up food security and community resilience in the face of global climate change
By United Nations Development Programme - Headquarters on Feb 21, 2023 03:43 pm
In the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, straddling the equator, is the picturesque atoll nation of Kiribati.
Pak-China desert locust control coop protect food security in Pakistan
By China Economic Net, Economic Daily on Feb 21, 2023 03:25 pm
In 2020-21, Pakistan experienced its worst locust outbreak in
nearly three decades, causing severe crop yield reduction or even total
failure in many areas. According to the FAO, desert locusts affected 38
percent of Pakistan’s land area.
Sustainable urbanisation to enhance climate resilience
By Research For Social Advancement on Feb 21, 2023 03:21 pm
In REFSA’s latest research brief, researchers investigate the
ways in which climate change affects Malaysian cities, and how
sustainable urbanisation measures which take on a whole-of-society
approach can enhance the resilience of our cities.
Hurricane Ian wrecked southwest Florida. Why weren’t there more warnings in Spanish?
By Scienceline on Feb 21, 2023 11:56 am
Delayed evacuation orders and a dearth of Spanish-language
weather programming left many in the Hispanic community unprepared
How Scotland pays back for Malawi climate damage
By British Broadcasting Corporation on Feb 21, 2023 11:35 am
Scotland is one of the first countries in the world to stump up
cash for "loss and damage" caused by climate change in poorer
countries.
The complex interplay behind great heat
By ETH Zurich on Feb 21, 2023 11:23 am
Many regions have suffered from heatwaves in recent years. But
exactly how these form is still a matter of debate. Two researchers at
ETH Zurich have now found a nuanced answer.
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