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Tropical cyclones give developing countries much needed rain for agriculture. But as the earth warms, they are set to become more intense and strong cyclones can cause great loss of life and property.
(Credit: NASA/MODIS Rapid Response Team)
Opinions and Analysis
Climate change brings natural disasters and disease
We must prepare for climate change bringing more natural disasters that favour mosquito-borne disease, says Jai P. Narain from the WHO.
Science: An anchor for the storm
Science and technology can contribute significantly to mitigating the impact of tropical cyclones.
Policy Briefs
An integrated approach to disaster management
An analysis of integrating disaster management in developing countries in the context of increased disaster risk from climate change.
8 October 2008
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Source: UN-DESA
News and Features
Global warming could increase negative effects of El Niño
Global warming may affect the central Pacific El Niño, increasing its occurrence and leading to severe droughts in India.
25 September 2009
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Millions at risk of flooding as river deltas sink
River deltas across the world are sinking, leaving millions of people exposed to the risk of severe flooding.
24 September 2009
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Mobile phone alerts to warn of disaster in Bangladesh
24 June 2009
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Source: Reuters India
