Technology for disaster prediction, early warning, response, and recovery. Includes emergency infrastructure, logistics, communications, and resilience systems.
The aftermath of Hurricane Maria exposed the fragility of Puerto Rico's food system, revealing a dire humanitarian crisis exacerbated by pre-existing food insecurity. Families like that of Migdalia
Carbon capture and storage has been heralded as a crucial strategy to combat climate change, yet recent findings reveal a stark limitation: the Earth can safely store only about 1,
Chicago's staggering lead pipe crisis is not just a public health issue; it underscores systemic inequalities that disproportionately affect marginalized communities. With approximately 412,000 lead service lines,
Chicago faces a significant public health crisis due to its extensive network of lead service lines, with approximately 412,000 such pipes still in use. This situation is alarming, as
The alarming rise in temperatures is not just an outdoor issue; fast-food workers like Guillermina are grappling with dangerously high heat levels inside their kitchens, where inadequate air-conditioning exacerbates health
The aftermath of natural disasters often reveals a darker side of recovery: opportunistic real estate investors, dubbed "vultures," aggressively pursue homeowners in distress. Following the devastating EF-3 tornado
The 1954 earthquake near Humboldt Bay, Northern California, has long puzzled scientists due to its anomalous characteristics compared to typical seismic activity in the region, which is predominantly driven by
The current surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U.S. is a critical moment for the automotive industry, driven by the impending expiration of the $7,500 EV
In 2024, the average temperature across the contiguous United States reached 55.5°F, marking a significant 3.5°F increase over the 20th-century average. This notable rise underscores the
Climate change is not merely an environmental issue; it is intricately linked to social inequality, as highlighted by climatologist Friederike Otto. In her new book, she argues that the severity
As climate change accelerates, the financial implications of natural disasters are becoming increasingly dire; a recent analysis by Swiss Re Institute projects that insured losses from such catastrophes could soar
In the wake of unprecedented climate disasters, survivors across the United States are uniting to transform their shared experiences of loss into a powerful movement for action. With 108 disaster
