Against Disasters

Ready to check your results? Let’s see the answer to our #DisastersQuiz! ⛈️ And the correct answer was... b)!✅ Early Warning Systems (EWS) provide timely alerts to help communities prepare or evacuate before disasters strike, reducing unnecessary casualties and damage.

Have you been keeping up with our recent posts? It’s time for our monthly #DisastersQuiz. Let’s test your knowledge! 🌋 What is the main purpose of Early Warning Systems for risk (EWS)? 🌪️

...the country has mitigation and management plans already in place to minimize damage and protect lives 🌅! Read more 👉 asahi.com/ajw/articles/1…

Have you heard about “The Big One”? ⛩️ Japan is preparing for a rare natural disaster that only occurs once every 150 to 200 years. This level 9 earthquake, with an 82% chance of happening in the next 30 years, has a chance of being accompanied by a devastating tsunami. But...

🚨Ready for a challenge? 🚨Get self-paced real training on #tsunamis with this free online course from a leading institution. Become an expert in tsunami #awareness and #preparedness! 👇 🌊 Tsunami awareness (@uhmanoa): ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/deliv…

🚨Early warning systems (EWS) offer a low-cost global measure to prevent losses during natural hazards and improve preparedness. 👀The following picture illustrates key components of an effective EWS:📷 More info: unesco.org/en/disaster-ri…

📢 Ph.D. Mary Lai Salvaña @UConn presents groundbreaking work in multi-hazard probability modeling, achieving up to 61% reduction in prediction errors. A major step forward in disaster preparedness and risk management! 🗺️ Read more👉 marylaisalvana.com/files/papers/2…

In Barcelona this April? 🎨 Don’t miss out on our #DisARTer of the month! 👉 Check out @PolClusella’s interactive art exhibition exploring how the uncertainty of natural disasters can reshape society & culture. 🌋 #NaturalHazards #Art +Info: lacapella.barcelona/es/dema-sera-u…

The plan follows 4 key pillars: 👇 ☝️ Disaster #prevention and #mitigation 🌿 ✌️ Disaster #preparedness 🏋️‍♂️ 👌 Disaster #response 🚨 🤚 Disaster #recovery and #rehabilitation 🏗️ Check out their resources! 👉 adrc.asia/publication.php

It focuses on strengthening the country's ability to manage risks through various strategies and initiatives.

Thread incoming! The Philippines NDRRMP is an inclusive management plan aimed at reducing disaster risks and increasing resilience in the country👇

#ClimateChange meets #DisasterMitigation! 🌍 @HARCresearch builds hazard-safe infrastructures with eco-friendly materials, promoting resilience and sustainability for empowered communities. 💪 Read the full article: harcresearch.org/news/exploring…

🌐 Low-income families and women are more vulnerable during disasters due to limited resources, lack of services, and gender inequality. Inclusive disaster planning is vital. 🤝 Learn more: preventionweb.net/understanding-…

In Indonesia, kids are learning about natural disaster #awareness through lullabies! 🎶 Traditional songs teach vital safety information in a way children can understand, promoting #disaster resilience from an early age.🌱 Read more: news.un.org/en/story/2024/…

🌊 Do you live in a coastal area? @ClimateCentral has created a tool to help you understand future climate-based flood risks. It analyzes factors like water levels, temperature, & ice sheet changes, helping coastal communities prepare🔮Check it out here👉coastal.climatecentral.org

🔥 How will climate & land-use change impact #wildfire risk in Europe? 🌍 Join our webinar on the 31st to explore future projections & policy opportunities in the EU. 🔥📅 🔗 Register here 🔽 fireurisk.eu/event/how-will…

Check out the latest instalment of #DisARTers: “Flashover”, an immersive exhibition capturing the haunting experiences of #firefighters during bushfires. This powerful work confronts the realities of climate change and its impact on our world. theguardian.com/artanddesign/2…

Are "natural hazards" really natural? This publication explores a new perspective—one that removes the divide between human and environmental factors and highlights the need for a multihazard approach. Read the full publication for a deeper dive! nature.com/articles/s4430…

Climate change is reshaping our relationship with the environment. 🌍 Just as communities adapted through history, we must rethink strategies to mitigate natural disasters. Explore insights from history and discover how we can prioritize resilience today: theconversation.com/climate-change…

Australia's housing crisis needs a safety focus! 🏘 As the country aims to build 1.2M new homes, experts stress the importance of ensuring these homes can withstand floods and bushfires. Access to vital disaster risk data is crucial for safe construction. theconversation.com/yes-australia-…