RNZ
Two major tsunami that swamped the east coast have been labelled a "missed opportunities", so what do we need to change to be prepared?
the Guardian
John Vaillant, the author of Fire Weather, explains why fires such as those in Los Angeles are different from those before
Mother Jones
The Los Angeles inferno is a case study for how blazes can spread, even in urban landscapes.
dw.com
The specter of flames devouring built environments has become more familiar over recent years and is often blamed on climate change. But is that always the case?
Newsroom
Exploding transformers and crippling worldwide power outages: NZ's disaster experts say the threat posed by solar storms is comparable to nuclear war
The Conversation
Where people live today also makes a difference when it comes to fire risk.
The Conversation
We knew this would happen eventually. We have moved from possible futures to these things now happening. The deferment has ended.
Weather West - California weather and climate perspectives
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CNN
Mount Tambora in Indonesia 1815 was the planetâs last massive eruption and it ushered in global disaster. Scientists warn the world may be due another and it is not prepared
The Conversation
Cyclone Tracy reshaped Darwin and marked a turning point in Australia’s approach to disaster resilience.
Welcome to our series focused on the climate resilience & infrastructure challenges currently facing the Pacific Islands, drawing on Beca's 3 decades of work across the region.
RNZ
Since the 1950s, the Ngaruroro River in Hawke’s Bay has been steadily and deliberately restricted to a channel half its former width. As the likelihood of extreme flooding increases, is it time to re-imagine the river’s future?
www.bbc.com
These giant rocks could roll at any moment. The fact they haven't offers a window into the shaking of ancient Earth.
The Conversation
Reversing damage to waterways requires sustained effort over time. Storytelling that emphasises inter-generational goals cultivates patience and resilience within communities.
RNZ
One of the first scientists to sound the alarm on climate change says "we've entered a brand new climate era" - but throwing soup at paintings isn't the answer.
The Conversation
Around 38% of these costs can be attributed to climate change – new study.
crisis24.garda.com
The 8 steps to robust Critical Event Management (CEM) include identifying critical events, performing risk assessments, defining activation plans, developing an Incident Command Structure, establishing response actions, setting communication protocols, determining recovery strategies, and completing post-incident analysis to ensure organizational resilience and business continuity.
Newsroom
From the University of Auckland – analysis: For tropical cyclones, we expect more activity – more storms, more intense storms, bigger storms, longer-lasting storms, and all with a lot more rainfall, writes Dr Kevin E Trenberth
Tonkin + Taylor
As we face a growing range of climate-related disasters, preparing and empowering youth to develop resilience toward disasters is key.
Meteorologist John Morales exemplifies how journalism can hasten a global reckoning with climate change
Newsroom
After participating in one of these workshops, software manager Emily quit her job and started a climate non-profit which runs them around the country.
The Conversation
New research shows the last big earthquake on the Alpine Fault ran from south to north. With a 75% chance of another rupture in the next 50 years, this improves how we can forecast its impact.
History reveals that even weakening storms do catastrophic damage when they hit mountainous regions.
crisis24.garda.com
See how Crisis24 supported clients with protective measures and real-time intelligence during Hurricane Helene to ensure safety and operational continuity.
Tonkin + Taylor
As we explore what climate resilience means for Aotearoa, impactful conversations on climate resilience becomes key for meaningful adaptation
Natural hazard risk is a reality of living in New Zealand. Use this checklist to make sure you understand the risk profile of a property, before you buy.
Carbon capture and storage technology can trap CO2 emissions at their source. But there’s debate around how much it should be relied on as a climate solution.
World Meteorological Organization
WMO’s State of the Global Climate report confirmed that 2024 was likely the first calendar year to be more than 1.5°C above the pre-industrial era, with a global mean near-surface temperature of 1.55 ± 0.13 °C above the 1850-1900 average. This is the warmest year in the 175-year observational record.WMO’s flagship report showed that:
Weather West - California weather and climate perspectives
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