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As sea levels rise, flooding is becoming more common along U.S. coasts, where about 30% of the population lives.

In a new study, the conventional understanding of soil liquefaction is being challenged, significantly reshaping our comprehension of earthquake-related soil deformation.

As Hurricane Ian’s one-year anniversary approaches, a new Swiss Re analysis illustrates how rapid population growth has dwarfed accompanying efforts to reduce vulnerability to such events.

New study investigated how far fires ignited by hot rock projectiles from a volcanic eruption could spread under certain wind conditions.

InSAR paints a dynamic picture of land deformation over time by detecting minuscule ground displacements on a millimeter scale. This is especially useful in South Asia, with its rugged landscapes and rapid development in hills and mountains.

Private, public, and intergovernmental stakeholders ask how can we ensure that good practices, lessons learned, and challenges are captured to improve and prepare for the next inevitable response in Türkiye, or elsewhere in the world?

Nature-based solutions can help address environmental challenges in cities but community involvement and engagement is crucial to utilize local knowledge and create sustainable solutions.

Researchers examine the main environmental short and long-term considerations, both to help inform the humanitarian response and later recovery in Libya. They also reflect on how years of conflict and insecurity in Libya contributed to the disaster.