News and announcements

Developed by BSSC of NIBS, this 2026 resource brings together research, engineering expertise and emerging technologies to advance earthquake-resistant design and building safety.

This report finds gaps in school preparedness education, teacher training and assessment. It outlines a practical roadmap to build age-appropriate skills through curricula, community partnerships and ongoing evaluation.

A practical guide to disability-inclusive emergency preparedness, response and recovery, with advice on personal plans, support networks, accessible communication and essential supplies.

Researchers analyzed the chemical composition of coral skeletons to study how the Pacific Ocean has changed over thousands of years.

Hurricane damage closed a Florida domestic violence shelter for 19 days, disrupting survivor services. Research suggests extreme heat and disasters may increase violence risks, while climate impacts and funding cuts strain support systems.

Pamarawan, a fishing village at North Manila Bay, no longer experiences flooding after the construction of a nature-based coastal defense and flood control project, touted as a potential model to address similar flooding problems elsewhere in the country.

Earth is warming faster than ever recorded. Scientists detect a major acceleration in global temperatures since 2015. New study shows that the warming rate has surged to ~0.35°C per decade, nearly double the average pace observed from 1970 to 2015.

The FAO and the IGAD are urging countries across Eastern Africa to strengthen preparedness and surveillance measures as heavy rainfall and flooding associated with El Niño increase the risk of Rift Valley fever (RVF) outbreaks.

To support effective early action and enhance adaptive capacity for all, the authors outline six priority intervention areas.