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fromNature
3 days ago

To improve resilience to climate change, track what endures

When the category-5 storm Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica in October, its path crossed communities that had varying levels of preparedness. Many with maintained coastal protections, upgraded drainage and reliable early-warning systems had power and water restored in days. Others were immobilized for weeks.
Environment
Science
fromState of the Planet
4 weeks ago

American Geophysical Union 2025: Key Scientific Presentations From Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School

Columbia Climate School researchers advance Antarctic bedrock mapping to improve ice-sheet models and develop subseasonal rainfall forecasts for better early-warning systems and sea-level projections.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

UN pushes for worldwide disaster alerts as extreme weather spirals'

Climate-related hazards have killed over 2 million people in 50 years, with most deaths in developing countries lacking early-warning systems.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

How Indigenous knowledge is aiding Pakistan's fight against climate change

Government investment in early-warning systems in Pakistan's mountain regions is failing to maintain residents' trust due to inadequate preparedness, response, and persistent losses.
Public health
fromState of the Planet
5 months ago

Leveraging Next-Generation Tsunami Early Warning Systems to Save Lives

An 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Kamchatka Peninsula prompted tsunami alerts across the Pacific, showcasing the importance of early warning systems.
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