When we talk about disasters, we often default to the language of nature. We describe storms as "unprecedented," floods as ...

Steam vents from Mount Baker, about 30 miles east of Bellingham, in March of 2018. Edgar Smith Courtesy to The Bellingham Herald file The Federal Emergency Management Association creates a map of its ...

Not all communities face disasters equally. Some are hit harder, recover slower, or are more vulnerable from the start. FEMA's Risk Map ranks every county and Census tract in the U.S. based on three ...

Earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires can strike almost anywhere, but not all states are equally vulnerable. Some ...

Finding a place to call home where you don't have to constantly worry about natural disasters is a relief for many. Living in an area that's less prone to such calamities can mean peace of mind and ...

For homeowners in coastal regions, hurricanes pose a significant threat. These powerful storms can bring devastating winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surges that can flood entire neighborhoods.

Maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can now show you whether the area you live in is at high risk from natural disasters and hazards. Created after U.S President Joe Biden signed ...

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Munich Re reports $288 billion in natural disaster losses for 2025, driven by extreme weather and highlighting the growing ...

Central Asia is prone to the full spectrum of natural disasters. Over the past two decades, natural disasters have cost Central Asian countries losses of over US$1.5 billion and have affected over 2.5 ...