Risk identification and assessment

This study develops a machine learning-based wildfire susceptibility model for Germany, using data between 2003 and 2023, to identify the dominant wildfire predictors and create monthly susceptibility maps.

Secondary gravity waves emerge as the hidden architects of global-scale thermospheric upheaval following the Tonga eruption in 2022.

Extreme heat is putting people in Australia at serious risk of heart problems and premature deaths, according to new research. As the climate warms, rising temperatures could more than double Australia's burden of cardiovascular diseases by 2050.

A severe and prolonged drought continues to grip much of Africa, with far-reaching consequences for the environment, economies, and societies across the continent.

By integrating science, policy, and community action, Nepal can build resilience against landslide disasters and ensure safer living conditions for its people.

In 2024, climate-driven disasters surged, with extreme heat and floods causing most deaths and damage. Asia and Africa were hardest hit, highlighting the urgent need for climate action and risk management reform. Total damages exceeded $240 billion.

This study maps flood risk in Larkana, Pakistan using AHP and GIS. Rainfall, river proximity, slope, and elevation are key risk factors. Results support disaster planning by identifying high-risk zones and integrating climate impact in flood management.

The HKH Snow Update 2025 highlights a significant decline in seasonal snow across the Hindu Kush Himalaya region, with snow persistence 23.6% below normal — the lowest in 23 years.