Floods
Virginia's state government agencies are experiencing significant cuts in funding from the federal budget, which are having a direct impact on the state's hazard mitigation projects and emergency management support. In an effort to understand the full scope of these cuts, state House members have been
Floods
Residents of the Akiliozizor community in Anambra State, Nigeria, have been displaced and affected by recurring flood disasters since 2012. The community's president-general, Okwudili Oduah, has called on the federal government to provide a permanent solution to the flood problems, citing the need for a sustainable and long-term
Floods
In a high-level meeting, Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik has directed officials to take necessary steps to ensure the district is prepared for the approaching monsoon season. The officials have been tasked with identifying vulnerable spots, preparing action plans, and implementing measures to avoid interruption of essential services. The Deputy Commissioner
Climate change
Investigations into global climate change have led to a breakthrough in carbon dioxide emission forecasting, as researchers from the School of Emergency Management in China propose an innovative framework based on variational mode decomposition, improved black-winged kite algorithm, and BiLSTM networks. This framework aims to address the challenges associated with
Climate change
A non-governmental organisation, the GoalPrime Organisation Nigeria (GPON), has launched a campaign to strengthen climate resilience and disaster preparedness in Katsina State. The North-West region is facing multiple challenges, including conflicts, displacement, insecurity, and climate change impacts, which have disrupted learning, increased vulnerability, and weakened the resilience of host and
Climate change
Climate change experts at a provincial conference in Sindh have emphasized the need for collective action to address the urgent challenges facing the province, including institutionalizing climate-smart practices, mainstreaming disaster risk reduction, and prioritizing vulnerable communities. The conference, organized by a consortium of organizations including Welthungerhilfe, Fast Rural Development Programme,
Local government
Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has reaffirmed its preparedness to respond effectively to any flood-related emergency in the state. The agency, led by Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary, has mapped out all vulnerable areas and is well-prepared for any eventuality. The 2025 Flood-Free Lagos Campaign, which includes strategic visits
Local government
The Lagos Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has assured the public of its readiness to tackle flood-related emergencies in the state, with all vulnerable areas already mapped out. The agency's Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, led a team on strategic visits to the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA)
Local government
As Indonesia faces the increasing threat of disasters, the Ministry of National Development Planning (PPN)/Bappenas emphasizes the importance of incorporating disaster management into national and regional development plans to minimize potential economic losses. According to Deputy for Regional Development at the ministry, Medrilzam, proper disaster management, including climate change
Local government
As part of efforts to reduce the loss of lives and property due to tanker accidents, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has launched a sensitization campaign against scooping fuel from accidented tankers. The campaign, held in collaboration with the Oyo State Emergency Management Agency (OYSEMA) and other stakeholders, aims
Floods
President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to activate the National Emergency Response Centre in response to the devastating flood disaster that has claimed over 100 lives in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The President assured that search-and-rescue operations are ongoing, and all relevant
Floods
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged district administrations to be on high alert and evacuate residents to safer areas if necessary, in response to a forecast of heavy rain in 48 hours. The warning comes as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rain in coastal
