Objectives: Review the experience of selected countries in emergency operations and assess the extent of damage to national economy, human life and the environment Identify disaster prone areas and recommend remedial actions Assess vulnerability factors

Purpose of Workshop / Skills Taught / Methodology The purpose of the DRM workshop is both to develop practical skills for risk management practitioners who are involved in initiatives across the Disaster Risk Management Cycle (DRMC) spectrum in both

Disaster not only causes loss of life, damages to environment and properties, but has immediate and progressive impact on animals as well, resulting in animal deaths, suffering and economic losses. Hundreds of thousands of animals are affected during

The character of the proposed forum programme provides attendees with a unique chance to examine mangrove restoration and management initiatives in the region. Aim The GMRP aims to respond to climate change and to mitigate its effects through the

Following the success of the first two conferences on Coastal Processes held in Malta in 2009 and Naples in 2011, it has been decided to reconvene the meeting in Gran Canaria. Conference Topics Wave modelling Hydrodynamic modelling Effects of climate

The City of Hoboken is proud to announce the Hoboken Resilience Run, a 5K and Fun Run for post Hurricane Sandy recovery. The run, which will take place on Saturday, April 6, 2013, is being organized in support of a global UN initiative – the “Making

Overview Tim Marshall will be giving the banquet talk on the challenges of distinguishing EF4 and EF5 tornadoes, and comparing the destruction between the April 27 and Joplin tornadoes. Mitch Randles, the Joplin, Missouri fire chief, will talk about his