NSW's 'Terrifying' Bushfire Warning After Wet Winter
Firefighting chiefs in New South Wales issue a stark warning of a potentially deadly bushfire season, fueled by extreme grass growth following one of the wettest winters on record.
Category : Search result: disaster preparedness
Taiwan releases civilian invasion survival handbook
Taiwan's government releases a civilian preparedness guide for potential military conflict, detailing survival strategies and emergency protocols as cross-strait tensions escalate.
Finland's Stockpiles: A Warning for Europe's Supply Chains
As Europe faces a crisis of confidence in its supply chains, Finland's national stockpiling strategy offers a powerful lesson in resilience. Discover why experts are urging the UK and EU to take note.
Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis
Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.
Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped
Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.
‘The Big One’ Looms: Scientists Warn of Imminent Mega-Quake
Geologists issue a dire warning: the Pacific Northwest is critically unprepared for a catastrophic 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami, a disaster they confirm is a matter of 'when', not 'if'.
Hawaii State of Emergency: Hurricane Kiko Threatens
Hawaii declares a state of emergency as Hurricane Kiko, a powerful Category 4 storm, barrels towards the islands. Residents rush to prepare for potential catastrophic winds and flooding.
Australia Announces $100m National Centre for Disease Control
The Australian government announces a historic $100 million investment to establish a national Centre for Disease Control, marking a transformative shift in the nation's pandemic preparedness and public health strategy.
UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System
The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.
UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme
Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the
UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training
The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.
US's New Madrid Fault 'Overdue' for Catastrophic Quake
Geologists issue a stark warning that the New Madrid Seismic Zone, a massive fault line in the US heartland, is overdue for a potentially devastating earthquake that could reshape the landscape and affect millions.
Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul
Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.
Ebola Outbreak: UK on High Alert as Virus Resurfaces
Health authorities issue urgent warning as a new Ebola outbreak emerges in Central Africa. Learn the critical symptoms, transmission risks, and why UK vigilance is paramount.
Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab
Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.
Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides
Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.
Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found
A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.
US Health Agencies in Crisis: Political Turmoil Threatens Safety
Exclusive investigation reveals how political interference, budget cuts, and a brain drain of top scientists are pushing American health agencies toward collapse, risking future pandemic responses.
Gates Foundation invests $40m in African vaccine production
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announces a major $40m investment in Nigerian and Senegalese vaccine production, aiming to boost Africa's pharmaceutical sovereignty and pandemic resilience.
Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history
Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.
Health Chiefs Warn Over Trump's NIH Funding Threat
Top US health officials warn that proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health could cripple medical research and jeopardise future pandemic preparedness.
FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'
A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of
AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts
A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.
Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared
Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.
Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited
A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.
Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst
Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.
FEMA Scraps Rule Blocking Aid for Insured Disaster Victims
In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov
Page 1 of 4