In this study, the researchers explore how analysis of conversations on social media can be used to understand how people feel about heat waves and how they respond.
Situated in the Indian Sundarbans, this study uncovers how and why advances in scientific knowledge and technological developments are failing to enhance resilience of the marginal and vulnerable populations, instead unmaking their lived environments.
International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction (Elsevier)
How disability advocates are working with communities to make sure everyone is included in preparation and execution when it comes to disasters in Tonga.
More risk data is produced every day. However, new findings often don't make it out of the scientific silo to the broader public. In the face of false information, it is essential to search for new ways to make risk information accessible for everyone.
As the world grapples with the impacts of the climate crisis, effective risk communication is critical to reduce disaster risk. But the rise in fake news and disinformation can hamper efforts to raise awareness of risks and prepare communities.