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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
Science: An anchor for the storm
Science and technology can contribute significantly to mitigating the impact of tropical cyclones.
Vulnerability maps could help cut cyclone death tolls
Investing in detailed maps of potential cyclone damage will save lives in Indian Ocean countries, says Shishir Dube.
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
Cyclones in the Indian Ocean: Facts and figures
Greg O'Hare explains the what, why, when and how of cyclones, and reviews their effects in South Asia.
India's storming cyclone research
Bay of Bengal cyclones are often hugely destructive. India hopes to cut deaths in the region through improved storm prediction and research.
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