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Disaster Recovery & Mitigation Funding for Hurricane Sally

The funding opportunities available for disaster recovery and mitigation projects related to housing, infrastructure, and economic development in Florida communities impacted by Hurricane Sally. This session provides an overview of the programs, eligibility criteria, and application process.

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2023 Hurricane Forecast

Learn about why a below normal hurricane season is expected in 2023 and the factors influencing this forecast. Find out about hurricane return periods in Connecticut and the names for the upcoming season.

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Geospatial Comparison of Economic Change and Climate Disasters in Asia-Pacific

This study explores the impact of natural disasters on economic indicators in Southern and Western Asian countries over time, aiming to assist in policy-making by understanding the relationship between natural disasters and the economy. It discusses the increasing incidences of extreme weather event

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Understanding the Relationship Between Intangible Cultural Heritage and Disaster Risk Reduction

This PowerPoint presentation by UNESCO explores the connection between Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). It covers key concepts like disasters, risks, vulnerabilities, and resilience, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding and mobilizing ICH in the face of dis

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Understanding Natural Disasters and Their Causes

Explore the various types of natural disasters such as meteorological, geophysical, hydrological, climatological, and biological events, each with unique causes like storms, earthquakes, floods, droughts, wildfires, and more. Learn how these disasters impact the environment and living organisms.

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Visualizing Hurricane Tracks and Severity Over 40 Years

Explore hurricane track data from 1981 to 2021 sourced from the International Best Track Archive for Climate Stewardship. The visualization includes maps showcasing hurricane frequency, maximum severity by Saffir-Simpson scale categories, and trend indices. Follow the evolution of hurricane patterns

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2023 Hurricane Season Forecast and Preparedness Information

The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security provides insights on the 2023 hurricane season, predicting a below-normal year. With neutral ENSO conditions and warm Atlantic sea surface temperatures, coastal residents are advised to

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Understanding Psychological First Aid in Times of Disasters

Explore the psychological impact of disasters, learn the common reactions, and understand the core actions of Psychological First Aid (PFA). Discover how stress and disasters affect communities and individuals, common reactions to disaster stress, and when professional help may be needed.

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Hurricane Scenario Tabletop Exercise: Enhancing Emergency Response Preparedness

Engage in a tabletop exercise focused on a hurricane scenario to enhance emergency response preparedness. The exercise includes introductions, agenda review, scenario discussions, action planning, and benefits such as improved readiness and skills practice in a safe environment. Objectives aim to re

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Understanding Agricultural Risk Management in the Face of Natural Disasters

Exploring the impact of natural disasters on agricultural economics, this content delves into the challenges faced by farmers and the approaches available for managing risks. From analyzing the Billion-Dollar Disasters in the US to discussing private and public risk management provisions, the conten

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Understanding Different Types of Disasters and Their Impact

Disasters, whether natural or man-made, can cause massive disruptions leading to human suffering, economic loss, and environmental damage. Natural disasters like earthquakes and cyclones, geological disasters such as volcanic eruptions, hydrological disasters like tsunamis, and climatological disast

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Strategic Communications for NASA Earth Applied Sciences Disasters Program

NASA's Earth Applied Sciences Disasters Program aims to enhance disaster prediction, preparedness, response, and recovery through Earth observations. The program utilizes strategic communications to raise awareness about disaster impacts and the importance of NASA's work. It emphasizes the role of h

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Understanding Chemical Disasters in the Indian Chemical Industry

Chemical disasters pose a significant threat to the Indian chemical industry, impacting human lives, property, and the environment. Factors contributing to these disasters include ageing process plants, human errors, design defects, and natural events. Proper prevention measures, such as hazard iden

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Proactive Hurricane Preparedness: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn how to proactively protect your property from hurricanes with a detailed Hurricane Emergency Response Plan (HERP). This guide covers the essential phases of emergency management, including mitigation/prevention, planning, response, and recovery. Develop key roles and responsibilities, understa

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Campus Resilience Program Exercise Starter Kit - Hurricane Tabletop Exercise

This Exercise Conduct Briefing provides a baseline document for higher education institutions to evaluate their emergency plans. Tailor the content as needed by filling in bracketed sections. It is to be used with the Hurricane Situation Manual and Facilitator Guide. The briefing covers Welcome and

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Challenges and Solutions in Water-Related Disasters

Exploring the global and Asian challenges posed by water-related disasters, this presentation by Kenzo Hiroki delves into the importance of investing in disaster risk reduction. Highlighting the increasing frequency and impact of natural disasters, particularly those related to water, the images and

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Man-made Disasters: Short-term Events and Long-term Consequences

Man-made disasters come in two main forms: short-term events like oil spills or nuclear accidents, and long-term consequences such as climate change and loss of biodiversity. This article covers incidents like the Westgate Bridge Catastrophe in Melbourne and the Tasman Bridge Collapse in Hobart, hig

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Impact of Hurricane Nicole on Florida's Citrus Agriculture

Hurricane Nicole, a Category 1 Atlantic hurricane, struck Florida in early November 2022, affecting the citrus industry notably oranges. The USDA NASS Disaster Monitoring Team documented the disaster with data showing the consequences on citrus acreage. The event caused significant damage, posing ch

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Challenges in Hurricane Wind Speed Calibration and Validation Metrics

Need for accurate extreme wind measurements is crucial for various applications like hurricane tracking, climate monitoring, and oceanography. This includes reliance on dropsondes for wind speed calibration, validation metrics using multiple methods, and challenges in integrating different sources o

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Impact of Hurricane Ike and Strategies for Storm Surge Protection in Houston/Galveston

Council Member Dave Martin discussed the devastating effects of Hurricane Ike on the environment, particularly focusing on coastal habitat loss, debris accumulation, and oyster reef destruction in Galveston Bay. The presentation highlighted the urgent need for implementing a coastal barrier, known a

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Health Impact Assessments for Natural Disaster Recovery

The study examines the status of knowledge related to health impact assessments for natural disaster recovery, emphasizing the importance of considering the long-term health impacts of disasters. It highlights how disasters and recovery actions can have lasting consequences on community health and w

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Spring Valley Village Police Department Monthly Newsletter - June 2024

Spring Valley Village Police Department's June 2024 newsletter provides important community updates, including hurricane preparedness tips, special days for the month, and contact information for residents to stay connected. Chief M. Schulze emphasizes safety measures and encourages residents to be

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Florida Public Hurricane Loss Model Overview

The Florida Public Hurricane Loss Model, developed by a team of experts at Florida International University, provides hurricane modeling services to insurance industry clients. Since its first activation in 2006, the model has seen several updated versions accepted by the Florida Commission on Hurri

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Evaluation and Improvement of Cloud and Precipitation Physics in Hurricane Weather Forecasting

Yuqing Wang from the Department of Meteorology at the University of Hawaii worked on evaluating and enhancing cloud and precipitation physics in the operational Hurricane Weather Research and Forecast (HWRF) model. The project aimed to improve hurricane intensity and structure predictions, focusing

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Hurricane Irma Pre-Landfall Webinar - FMIT Plans for Response & Recovery

Webinar outlining preparations for Hurricane Irma, with updates on the storm's projected impact, response plans by FMIT Critical Incident Response Team, and deployment of resources like satellite phones for effective communication during the crisis.

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NOAA Hurricane Forecasting Models Overview

The NOAA hurricane forecasting models include HWRF, POM, HYCOM, HMON, covering regions like the Pacific, Indian Ocean, North Atlantic, and Gulf of Mexico. These models utilize a combination of climatology data, feature models, and real-time RTOFS inputs for initialization and forecasting. Various co

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Regional Economic Impacts of Hurricane Disasters: Research Findings and Projections

This study explores the regional economic impacts of hurricane disasters, examining factors such as property losses, vulnerable housing, unemployment rates, and other hazards. Empirical models are used to estimate future property damage, linking these to regional economic trends. The analysis also i

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Analyzing Hurricane Karl (2010): Doppler Radar Insights

Detailed analysis of Hurricane Karl (2010) using Doppler radar and WRF simulations, focusing on precipitation patterns over Mexican terrain and underlying processes. Includes NASA and NOAA grants, airborne radar measurements, WRF simulations, flight tracks, and velocity distributions comparison betw

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Impact of Rising Sea Surface Temperatures on Hurricane Behavior

Investigating the relationship between sea surface temperatures and hurricane behavior, focusing on the potential increase in out-of-season hurricanes with rising average SST. Data analysis from 1970-2020 reveals patterns in hurricane formation dates and categories, supporting the hypothesis of more

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Understanding North Atlantic Hurricane Drought and Aerosol Impact

This study explores the influence of sulfate aerosols on the late 20th-century North Atlantic Hurricane drought, focusing on the interaction of European sulfate aerosols and African dust. It investigates the radiative forcing effects and variability in hurricane activity, proposing hypotheses relate

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Exploring Natural Disasters and Environmental Impact

Dive into the exhibition "Ecology" that sheds light on major natural disasters, their effects on the environment and animals, and the importance of protecting our surroundings. Learn about surviving disasters, including tornadoes, and historical events like the North Korean March of Suffering. Disco

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AXBT Demonstration Project Operations Update

The AXBT Demonstration Project aims to improve hurricane forecast accuracy by assimilating ocean observations into numerical models in real-time. The project involves collecting, processing, and transmitting AXBT data to enhance ocean model initializations and hurricane track forecasts. Deployment a

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Hurricane Oscar Functional Exercise Overview

Hurricane Oscar, a Category 3 hurricane, has impacted Green, Kane, Liberty, and Stramford Counties with powerful winds and significant storm surge. This presentation provides a detailed overview of the exercise, focusing on roles and responsibilities, safety measures, and logistical concerns for eme

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Comprehensive Training Module on Natural Disaster Preparedness

In this comprehensive training module, participants will learn about various natural disasters, their causes, and characteristics. They will also be equipped with the necessary knowledge to prepare emergency procedures checklists tailored to different types of disasters. The module covers a range of

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Hurricane Irma Update: Sun, Sept 10, 8:00 am (MDT)

Hurricane Irma has been declared as a Category 5 hurricane. The latest updates include information on wind speed probabilities, precipitation amounts, and evacuation routes. Stay informed and stay safe during this severe weather event.

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Disaster Mitigation & Local Safety Training for Nepali Communities

This training program focuses on understanding disaster risks, particularly earthquakes, in Nepal. It covers topics such as the geographical structure of Nepal, responding to earthquake disasters, local safety mapping, types of disasters (natural and man-made), major disasters in Nepal, and historic

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Understanding the Economic Impact of Natural Disasters on Agriculture

Natural disasters in the United States have led to significant economic losses, with Florida alone experiencing billions in damages annually. The SERA Proposal focuses on assessing vulnerabilities, enhancing system resilience, and utilizing state-of-the-art tools for disaster impact assessment, espe

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Importance of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning

Disaster recovery and business continuity planning are crucial for businesses to survive major disasters and continue operations. This involves assessing business impacts, creating documentation, and planning for various types of disasters. Failure to plan can lead to significant revenue loss, damag

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Understanding Hurricane Seasons and Comparing Hurricanes

This work explores the characteristics of hurricanes, the Saffir-Simpson Scale, Accumulated Cyclone Energy, and examples from the 2011 hurricane season. It delves into hurricane formation, impact on land, and the importance of seasonal outlooks in predicting and preparing for hurricanes. The collabo

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Rotary Club Project in Dominica - Assisting with Hurricane Recovery

The Rotary Club of Portsmouth is involved in a project in Dominica to assist with hurricane recovery, including setting up a portable sawmill and aiding in rebuilding efforts after devastating hurricanes like Maria in 2017. The project aims to provide essential support such as securing homes, produc

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