The chart above uses available NOAA data to show a meteoric rise in catastrophic events, largely due to severe storms like ...

General Russel Honoré, founder of The Green Army, is urging Louisiana residents to be prepared for natural disasters by ...

A new study shows that weeks before the 2025 hurricane season begins, only about 8% of Houstonians feel they are "very well ...

In 2024 disasters displaced a record number of people both globally and in the U.S. About 11 million U.S. residents had to ...

Most survivors of natural or man-made disasters will recover with good social support and material assistance. For others, ...

Dramatic wave crashing in Yangyang, South Korea. Perfect for nature and seascape themes. Photo by 정규송 Nui MALAMA, via Pexels Natural disasters have long been a part of the earth’s history, shaping ...

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John Fedele / Getty Images Natural disasters ... (WMO), climate-related disasters increased fivefold in 50 years (1970 to 2019), costing the global economy over $3.64 trillion and resulting ...

The core of the proposal involves creating a public-private reinsurance arrangement, which would help reduce economic exposure linked to the rising frequency and severity of natural disasters.

ZURICH – Hurricanes, storms, floods and other natural disasters could cause US$145 billion (S$190 billion) in insured losses in 2025, nearly 6 per cent up from 2024 and one of the costliest ...

The organization is known for its volunteer efforts, especially after natural disasters. On April 15, more than 50 full-time AmeriCorps volunteers were told to stop working on Helene recovery ...