DisasterPreparedness
What can we learn from hurricane Katrina 20 years later?
What can we learn from hurricane Katrina 20 years later? Hurricane Katrina, which made landfall in Louisiana in August 2005, still offers lessons for disaster recovery researchers 20 years later. Research has shown that having strong social ties and community support increases resilience and people’s ability to recover after disasters, while being displaced from one’s […]
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Monsoon flooding has killed hundreds in Pakistan – climate change is pushing the rainy season from blessing to looming catastrophe
Monsoon flooding has killed hundreds in Pakistan – climate change is pushing the rainy season from blessing to looming catastrophe Pakistan is experiencing extreme monsoon flooding that has killed over 700 people since July 2025, with water and mud sweeping through settlements and ancient towns. Climate change is exacerbating the issue, as rising temperatures increase […]
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Glacial lake flood hits Juneau, Alaska, reflecting a growing global risk as mountain glaciers melt
Glacial lake flood hits Juneau, Alaska, reflecting a growing global risk as mountain glaciers melt Glacial lake floods are becoming a growing problem in communities around the world as mountain glaciers melt due to global warming, posing potentially lethal risks to people living downstream. The Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska experienced record levels of water surges […]
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Why it can be hard to warn people about dangers like floods – communication researchers explain the role of human behavior
Why it can be hard to warn people about dangers like floods – communication researchers explain the role of human behavior Effective flood communication requires an understanding of how people receive, interpret, and act on risk information and warnings, which goes beyond just providing technical data. The human element plays a crucial role in flood […]
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FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared
FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared. In fact, a study found that more than twice as many properties across the country were at risk of a 100-year flood than the FEMA maps identified. The maps have significant […]
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Hurricane forecasters are losing 3 key satellites ahead of peak storm season − a meteorologist explains why it matters
Hurricane forecasters are losing 3 key satellites ahead of peak storm season − a meteorologist explains why it matters Three key satellites used by hurricane forecasters to gather data on tropical storms will be lost due to a service change notice issued by the Trump administration, which will terminate data collection and processing no later […]
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NASA’s Hurricane Science, Tech, Data Help American Communities
NASA’s Hurricane Science, Tech, Data Help American Communities NASA uses its unique vantage point to study hurricanes from space, providing critical data for forecasting and decision-making. The agency’s satellites and sensors monitor sea surface temperature, ocean heat content, wind patterns, and atmospheric stability to identify early warning signs of hurricane formation. NASA also tests new […]
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