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Weak infrastructure, distrust make communication during natural disasters hard on rural Texas

When disaster strikes, Polk County Judge Sydney Murphy takes command of her county’s emergency communication channels, including a text service and Facebook page.

The Texas Tribune

‘Twisters’ alludes to real-life dangers of chasing storms

In its recent opening weekend, Twisters marked the biggest start ever for a natural disaster movie with US$80.5 million in North American box office revenue. The popularity of the film indicates disaster movies remain an important popular culture phenomenon.

The Conversation

How To Power Your House With An Electric Car

Vehicle-to-load, sometimes called bi-directional charging, allows EVs to offload some of their electrical energy to power external devices, such as a home, after a natural disaster and power outage.

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'War zone stuff': how DV rises after natural disasters

Women should be at the centre of climate policies as they face increased rates of violence and homelessness after disasters, Australian researchers say.

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Biden Prioritizes Climate Infrastructure To Combat Natural Disasters

President Biden's climate infrastructure spending and former President Trump's criticism of state responses to natural disasters.

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Scientists made a 'digital twin' of Earth to simulate possible natural disasters

By creating a virtual model of Earth, scientists hope to use countless types of data to map natural disaster risks ahead of time.

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Natural disasters could cost NSW $9bn a year by 2060, analysis finds

Modelling suggests climate change and population growth must be mitigated to avoid high damage bills and coastal hazards will dominate risk in future

The Guardian - AU

‘Storm Chaser’ Scammers Are Targeting Natural Disaster Victims

Beware of storm chaser scammers who turn up after a natural disaster and attempt to take advantage of those impacted, the BBB says.

Kiplinger

PM flags consideration of dedicated force for natural disaster responses amid climate crisis

On recent floods in Victoria and Queensland, Albanese said Australian defence force was a vital asset but that future recovery mitigation may need a re-think

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Kerala to design infrastructure based on risks of natural disasters

Stung by the repeated climate change-induced environmental hazards, including flash floods and landslips, which often raise questions about the safety standards of structures in vulnerable areas, the State has decided to strictly implement risk-informed designing of infrastructure across the State.

The Hindu

Rains in coastal belt of Karnataka on January 4

Karnataka Rains: According to the rainfall alert of KSNDMC, a low pressure area lies over southeast Arabian Sea, and a trough runs from the cyclonic circulation associated with this low pressure area to off north Kerala coast in lower levels

The Hindu

Floods and a ‘preventive measure’ that needs review

Making tough choices in a complex, poly-dimensional, multivariable scenario such as a natural disaster is a challenge, but decisions made can be reviewed

The Hindu

‘Congress has fulfilled three key poll-promises, three more including ₹1,500 to women on cards,’ says Himachal CM

HP CM Sukhu says Cong govt fulfilled 3 key poll promises in 1st yr, will implement 3 more incl. pension of Rs. 1,500 to women. Announced cow dung purchase scheme & English medium in govt institutions. Accused BJP of playing petty politics over natural disaster & announced Rs. 4,500 cr…

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How Texans can prepare for natural disasters

Natural disasters — including winter storms, hurricanes, extreme heat, wildfires and droughts — can happen at any time. Preparation is key to staying safe during an emergency.

The Hindu

Aavin should not seek profits during a natural disaster: Anbumani Ramadoss

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss on Friday accused Aavin, Tamil Nadu’s diary co-operative, of using a natural disaster (Cyclone Michaung) to sell milk with lower fat content (Delite milk packets) at a higher price to people in Chennai and fleece them.

AAP

'We went backwards': response to floods spark concerns

Victoria's handling of flood emergencies is being questioned as new details emerge about the toll of the 2022 natural disaster.

AAP

Heatwave conditions, severe thunderstorms set for Qld

Queensland firefighters are on high alert with heatwave conditions and severe thunderstorms, including hail and damaging winds, predicted to hit some parts.

Radio France Internationale

Macron pledges emergency funds for flood-struck towns in northern France

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday promised two emergency funding packages to support towns in the northern regions of France devastated by flooding. He also declared in a state of natural disaster for 214 municipalities in Pas-de-Calais and around thirty in the Nord department.

Kiplinger

How to Bounce Back From a Natural Disaster

There are some smart steps you can take to navigate your way back to normalcy and make yourself more disaster-proof in the future.

AAP

Reforms needed to tackle NSW's future climate disasters

More catastrophic natural disasters are expected across NSW as the government concedes further reforms and funding is needed.

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