How vulnerable are road networks to disruptions? Gain insights into global road network vulnerabilities and strategies to mitigate risks.
Category: Disaster Management and Response
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Climate Change is Making Extreme Weather Events More Frequent, Intense
From scorching heatwaves to catastrophic floods and prolonged droughts, learn how climate change is fueling these extreme weather events.
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Texas’ Heatwaves and the Climate Shift Index
In 2022, Texas had the highest number of heat-related deaths since 1999. An index shows climate change's influence on Texas' heat waves.
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Scientists Warn of El Nino, Find Links Between ENSO and Climate Change
El Niño is a climate pattern that can cause global temperatures to rise, and climate change exacerbates its effects.
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Multi-platform Strategy Enhances Disaster Preparedness in the Caribbeans
Caribbean countries are working to improve hurricane preparedness by implementing a multi-platform communication campaign.
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IT Tool Improves Philippines’ Disaster Response and Resilience
The Philippines is a prime example of how digital technology can improve disaster response, resilience, and social protection.
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EDS Reports Provide Insight into Managed Retreat in New Zealand
The EDS working paper defines managed retreat as one of the possible adaptation responses to known risks from climate change.
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How Meteorologists Are Predicting Undprecendented Extreme Events
With the world getting hotter, rare weather events are now more common. Scientists are using modelling to predict them and reduce risks.
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Building Back Better and Implementing NZ’s National Adaptation Plan
Ross Waugh discusses climate adaptation infrastructure management and how NZ can build back better after natural disasters.
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NZ’s Built Environment and Climate Change, Indigenous Heritage, and Urban Design Factors
An expert panel on urban design, indigenous design, engineering, and climate adaptation discuss how climate change affects the built environment.