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A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

Japan is living in the shadow of the Megaquake

Japan is living in the shadow of the Megaquake

Due to the volatile nature of Japan’s natural landscape, how can its government successfully prepare for disaster?

Sun, 11 Aug, 2024

DFA 'closely monitoring' situation in Morocco in wake of powerful earthquake

DFA 'closely monitoring' situation in Morocco in wake of powerful earthquake

The DFA says any Irish citizens in affected areas should follow safety instructions from local authorities and monitor local media

Sat, 09 Sep, 2023

Puerto Rico has not recovered from Hurricane Maria

Puerto Rico has not recovered from Hurricane Maria

Puerto Rico was in crisis long before Hurricane Maria hit on September 20, 2017.

Thu, 20 Sep, 2018

Social media's not all bad – it's saving lives in disaster zones

Social media's not all bad – it's saving lives in disaster zones

Social media was recently credited with reducing the number of casualties caused by air strikes in the Syrian civil war.

Mon, 27 Aug, 2018