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Early warning

An integrated system of hazard monitoring, forecasting and prediction, disaster risk assessment, communication and preparedness activities systems and processes that enables individuals, communities, governments, businesses and others to take timely action to reduce disaster risks in advance of hazardous events.

Latest Early warning additions in the Knowledge Base

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AI enhances flood warnings but cannot erase risk of disaster

AI can predict climate change-fuelled floods but communication gaps and lack of investment in data and systems can hobble response.
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Why early warnings are critical for climate action and conflict prevention

Droughts, floods and other natural disasters can exacerbate socioeconomic vulnerabilities, highlight weaknesses in governance, disrupt livelihoods and increase perceptions of marginalization.
United States Institute of Peace
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Flood forecasting with AI: fast and accurate

The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA, NZ) is using machine learning to forecast flood inundations in a fraction of the time required to run physical models − namely one to two minutes instead of 24 hours.
gwf Wasser Abwasser (WaterSolutions)
Research briefs

Artificial intelligence can be used to predict river discharge and warn of potential flooding, new Concordia study shows

A machine-learning tool developed by Mohamed Almetwally Ahmed and Sam Li provides accurate predictions for flood-prone areas.
Concordia University
Trinidad houses
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Implementing Early Warnings for All in Caribbean nations: technical pathways and development opportunities

For Caribbean countries, robust early warning systems are not just important-they're essential for survival. Their unique vulnerability has sparked a regional commitment to develop integrated multi-hazard early warning systems (MHEWS).
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
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Documents and publications

Forecasts for pastoralists: increasing demand for weather forecasts to support adaptation in northern Kenya

This policy brief explores the low demand for formal weather forecasts by pastoralists.
Cover and source: United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
Documents and publications

Realising EW4All: Innovation and technology in support of risk-informed climate resilience policy and action

This joint policy brief provides an overview of the relevant technology policy and implementation needs and priorities of countries, showcases scalable technology measures, platforms and services, as well as presents key findings and recommendations.
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Documents and publications

Second advisory panel annual summary report for the UN Secretary-General’s early warnings for all initiative

This report highlights the initiative’s efforts to enhance governance and foster strategic partnerships over the past year. The Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative, was launched by the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General in 2022.
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