Disaster loss data management

This study examines the current practices, challenges, and opportunities in disaster loss data collection and management across European Union Member States and Participating States. A survey-based approach was employed to collect data from 23 institutions across 17 countries, encompassing a range of public agencies entrusted with civil protection, disaster risk management, and emergency preparedness.

The analysis reveals significant variation in institutional practices, including differences in legal frameworks, data collection methodologies, and hazard coverage. While some institutions employ advanced tools and legal structures, others face resource constraints and fragmented responsibilities. Key findings include the prevalence of data collection for river floods, flash floods, and storms, with limited coverage of technological hazards and underutilization of geospatial data. The study emphasises the necessity for standardising disaster loss data protocols, enhancing capacity, and establishing centralised platforms to improve data sharing and accessibility.