In May 2024, Brazil experienced disastrous floods from heavy rainfall, causing 160 deaths and millions affected. Climate adaptation is urgent.
Category: Disaster Management and Response
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Atmospheric Rivers Can Be Drivers of Global Rain, Extreme Weather
Discover how atmospheric rivers, narrow corridors of concentrated water vapour, can alleviate droughts and cause devastating floods.
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Report Shows Asia is Warming Faster Than Global Average
Asia's recent heatwave breaks records and a report revealed that the region is warming faster than the global average.
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Indonesia’s Disaster Risk Finance Program For Climate Resilience
Indonesia is building resilience against the threats of earthquakes, tsunamis, and climate change through its disaster risk finance program.
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Māori-led Research on Climate Adaptation Could Safeguard Marae
Māori brothers led research on climate adaptation efforts to protect marae, sacred meeting grounds, from climate change risks.
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Report Points to Where is Global Hunger Growing and Its Cause
The GRFC 2023 report reveals the escalating levels of worldwide food insecurity due to economic shocks, conflicts, and climate change.
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UNDRR-WMO Pushes Climate Information For Risk Management
Discover how the UNDRR-WMO Guidance offers pathways to leverage climate information for more effective risk management strategies.
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Mexico City Water Management Strategies to Avoid “Day Zero”
Mexico City battles against time as it faces the threat of Day Zero, with insights into the city's historical water management practices.
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Strategies to Combat Water Scarcity In the Face of Climate Change
Beyond the decade, witness the challenges and potential solutions in combating water scarcity in the face of climate change.
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Early Warning Tool Helps Afghanistan Cope with Drought
Climate change is causing severe dry spells in Afghanistan. Learn how a new tool offers hope through its drought early warning capabilities.