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Displaying 4 of about 4 resultsBANGKOK, 23 August 2016 - Scientists and researchers were today urged to provide "solutions and guidance" so that policymakers are able to effectively address the challenge of escalating disaster risk.
The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General (SRSG) for Disaster Risk Reduction, Mr Robert Glasser, said successive record-br…
… disasters such as floods, storms, drought and heat waves. Early warnings of major weather systems are vital … disasters such as floods, storms, drought and heat waves. Early warnings of major weather systems are vital …
… a severe heatwave in 2003 with more than 70,000 heat-related casualties. Western Russia was struck by its … a severe heatwave in 2003 with more than 70,000 heat-related casualties. Western Russia was struck by its …
… combined effects of high temperature and a lack of rain. Heat and drought From mid-June to late August, a heatwave … combined effects of high temperature and a lack of rain. Heat and drought From mid-June to late August, a heatwave …