Social media data are increasingly being analysed to support disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. A new ...

Communities around the world face a range of potential hazards. The harm caused by natural phenomena like earthquakes, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions depends not only on their severity, but also ...

The increasing frequency and severity of natural and technological disasters have underscored the need for robust disaster preparedness within the healthcare system. In this context, nursing education ...

Last fall, Delaware experienced a record-breaking drought. October 2024 was the driest month in a century, with no measurable rainfall during a 42-day dry spell. With extreme heat and drought risks on ...

Turmoil in Washington is distracting from efforts to fix a flood insurance gap and replenish a key disaster relief fund. By Scott Dance A government shutdown is converging with key deadlines for ...

Amid tragedy and loss, communities can struggle to rebuild themselves after a disaster. But Duke experts say experience shows there is a way. Finding hope will require looking at past disasters and ...

Editor’s note: In the wake of the devastating floods that have swept through Texas—claiming lives, displacing thousands and overwhelming local infrastructure—the urgency of disaster preparedness has ...

Kern County Grand Jury report reveals critical emergency preparedness gaps, including vacant leadership and insufficient ...

Grand jury report reveals Kern County's emergency services lacks permanent manager, outdated disaster plans, and poor resident preparedness rates.

UGC has instructed higher education institutions to introduce a 2-credit disaster management skill course for the ...

Natural disasters are often unexpected and can cause considerable damage to properties. Recent wildfires have highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness both personally and professionally.

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