The Conversation
Cyclone Tracy reshaped Darwin and marked a turning point in Australia’s approach to disaster resilience.
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?
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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
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.
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See how Crisis24 supported clients with protective measures and real-time intelligence during Hurricane Helene to ensure safety and operational continuity.
The Conversation
Health and wellbeing are greatly affected by extreme weather events. New research into how people and systems responded after Cyclone Gabrielle shows how we can react better to future emergencies.
The Conversation
Just 14 of Auckland’s largest building rooftops add up to the same area as the biggest solar farm – but they could generate electricity where it’s most used to keep the lights on during disasters.
Gizmodo
How to pack a go-bag, get emergency alerts, and find disaster aid.
NBC News
For U.S. seismologists, Japan’s “megaquake” warning last week renewed discussion about when and how to warn people on the West Coast if they find elevated risk of a major earthquake.
The Conversation
Insurance companies will need to be innovative and explore new policy options as they manage the growing risk to homes from climate change and natural disasters.
Newsroom
Opinion: Frankly, it is madness that reports about emergency management written 12 years apart identify the same problems and the same fixes – which still haven't been made, writes Lianne Dalziel
NZ Herald
THREE KEY FACTS: Di Roadley is a Hawke’s Bay regional councillor in Wairoa OPINION After much anticipation, the Hawke’s Bay Independent Flood Review...
NBC News
Japan issued a “megaquake advisory” following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake off its coast. That raised the risk of a larger quake on the Nankai Trough, an underwater subduction zone.
Through its partnership with Catenda, Egis has developed CityGML reading, enriching 3D collaboration and facilitating BIM project management.
NPR
High tide floods – when water collects in streets or even seeps into buildings on days without rain – are increasingly common in coastal areas as sea levels rise, a new report warns.
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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.
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:
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Collected news from New Zealand and around the world on natural hazards, emergencies and preparedness Keep Reading
Collected articles from New Zealand and around the world on natural hazards, emergencies and preparedness Keep Reading
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