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.@francho3 report from @cruzrojacol: 2-day workshop (pictured) represents start of new phase of @roteskreuz_de-supported Anticipatory Action programme for the Americas, Colombian Red Cross developing road map for impact-based forecasting for early action - bit.ly/4spGga3

'Organizing validation workshops introduced me to the back-and-forth of developing material for a diverse audience,' says intern Chloe Crothers; she's been focusing on how visual design elements in warning messages break down language & context barriers - bit.ly/4lyseQQ

A deepening food crisis in #Cameroon is affecting millions, yet it remains largely overlooked. Climate shocks, conflict and economic pressures are pushing families to the brink as food becomes harder to access. Through an Emergency Appeal, @IFRC is supporting @CroixRougeCam to scale up cash assistance, food support, livelihoods recovery, sanitation, and protection. Read more: bit.ly/4spH5Qp

Croix-Rouge camerounaise volunteers conduct assessment on food security in Feb in Pitoa town, North region; @IFRCAfrica says food-security situation worsening amid overall complex emergency but receiving scant international attention; pic, CRC via IFRC - bit.ly/4b5A9Bx

.@IFRC #WDR2026 says '#climatechange, #vaccine hesitancy, #migration' are issues on which harmful #information thrives'; an important answer is TRUST & maintaining it is a 'humanitarian necessity'; pic, Malawi case study detailed in the flagship report - bit.ly/47iWfOC

My five asks reflected in the @IFRC World Disasters Report on Truth, Trust and Humanitarian Action in the Age of Harmful Information. ifrc.org/document/world… 👇#WDR2026

Harmful information compounds disaster impacts, threatening lives, safety, dignity & trust, says @IFRC World Disasters Report 2026. ⚠️ Disaster preparedness requires building trust, so reliable information gets through when it truly matters. ➡️ ow.ly/NuPI50YqeBP

.@ICRC: #Somalia is on the brink of a deepening #humanitarian crisis, with an estimated 6.5m people facing acute food insecurity as prolonged drought devastates livelihood across the country; pic Abdikarim Mohamed/ICRC - bit.ly/4swBeZ7

📍 Somalia | Access to safe water can be life-saving, especially in times of drought. In Ilix village, we rehabilitated this borehole as part of a wider effort that has reached over half a million people, and our work continues in drought-affected communities.

.@BritishRedCross volunteers in #Cornwall checking on people left without power & unable to receive information after recent storms; National Society calls for better public outreach so people facing storms/floods know what to do; pic Marco Kesseler - bit.ly/4cNj5BN

Harmful information is undermining life-saving humanitarian action at a time when disasters are affecting more people, more often, according to the World Disasters Report 2026, released today by the @IFRC. The report warns that harmful information and dehumanising narratives are increasingly undermining trust, putting the lives of humanitarian workers and communities at risk. Delve into the #WDR2026 report 👉ifrc.org/document/world…

Floods caused by autumn 2024 'depresion aislada en niveles altos' in S Spain one of several recent alarm-call events that have triggered need for the pace on #adaptation & early warning in Europe to be stepped up, says @esabcc_eu report; pic @CruzRojaEsp - bit.ly/40rfHVs

New advice from the @esabcc_eu urges the EU to urgently strengthen its adaptation framework. With rising loss of life, damages and ecosystem harm, coordinated adaptation, alongside rapid mitigation, is crucial to address climate risks and protect EU's priorities: tinyurl.com/yc4dxw9r

@GrenadaRedCross creatively supporting Woburn & Telescope communities in strengthening resilience thru #ecosystem-based adaptation & environmental education w a children’s book, Mangrove Heroes: Saving Our Shores, & mural at Saint Andrew’s school (pic) - bit.ly/4tIWagL

Latest report indicated that there are more than 320,00 people affected by Tropical Cyclone Gezani with more that 16,000 not able to return home. Volunteers from @MadaRedCross are conducting needs assessment and providing support to the affected communities. To scale up the response, the @IFRC has launched an emergency appeal. 👉bit.ly/4rZrh6h Hear more from @IFRCAfrica Caren Ramanantoanina @carott_ currently in Toamasina, Madagascar.

Back-to-back cyclones have torn through Madagascar in just ten days, killing dozens of people and affecting more than 450,000. Teams from Malagasy Red Cross Society @MadaRedCross, with support from the IFRC, are working with local communities providing support to affected communities. To scale up the response, the @IFRC has launched an emergency appeal. Donate now to help the @MadaRedCross provide life-saving assistance. 👉bit.ly/4rZrh6h

In the aftermath of #GEZANI in #Madagascar, authorities report 31 lives lost, more than 250,000 people affected, 6,800 displaced, and widespread housing destruction. The Government has called for international solidarity as assessments are finalized, with the participation of @MadaRedCross and @IFRC. Increased support in terms of water, sanitation, hygiene, and shelter is being planned.

Prior to Tropical Cyclone #Gezani’s landfall in Mozambique, @Red_Cross_Moz volunteers in Inhambane province — in coordination with @INGD_Mozambique — disseminated early warning messages door-to-door, supported evacuations from high-risk zones, and reinforced homes and schools in vulnerable communities. Following the widespread destruction left by #Gezani in Madagascar, these anticipatory actions aim to help prevent further loss and damage. #Preparedness

In #Madagascar, consecutive cyclones #Fytia and #GEZANI have affected more than 250,000 people, damaging homes and critical infrastructure across several regions. @IFRC provided early support through @IFRC_DREF, enabling anticipatory action and immediate relief. To scale up the response, @IFRC has launched an emergency appeal: ifrc.org/emergency/mada… This assistance will support 45,000 people through health and mental health care, psychosocial support, WASH, cash assistance, emergency shelter and early recovery.

The @IFRC has launched an emergency appeal to support the Malagasy Red Cross Society @MadaRedCross in providing life-saving assistance after back-to-back cyclones tore through Madagascar in just ten days. The storms killed dozens of people and affected more than 450,000. Homes, schools, health facilities and livelihoods have been destroyed, and rising floodwaters are increasing the risk of disease outbreaks, leaving thousands of families without shelter or basic services. Your donation can make a difference: ifrc.org/emergency/mada…