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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
Asia–Pacific Analysis: Be proactive on disaster planning
South-East Asia has suffered from neglecting planning for disasters. Governments must heed the warnings and act now, argues Crispin Maslog.
Disaster management needs satellite 'constellations'
Disaster management needs constellations of satellites with multispectral sensors, says Indian space researcher, Ranganath Navalgund.
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
Damage from tropical cyclones 'set to soar'
Tropical cyclone damage costs are set to increase dramatically because of climate change, and population and economic growth, says a study.
Global warming may raise risk of Pacific fish poisoning
Pacific islanders are at much higher risk of ciguatera fish toxins than previously thought, and the number of sufferers is increasing.
26 January 2012
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Emissions cuts also offer quick health and crop benefits
13 January 2012
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Latest models 'could give Asia ten-day flood warnings'
10 January 2012
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