Natural hazards rarely occur in isolation. A single event, such as an earthquake, can trigger secondary hazards like landslides or tsunamis, creating a cascading effect. Similarly, hazards like heatwaves and wildfires often compound, amplifying their impacts. Ignoring these interconnections can lead to underestimating risks, jeopardizing infrastructure, and endangering lives.
This project has meticulously analyzed seven critical hazards across Europe from droughts and heatwaves to earthquakes and landslides creating comprehensive datasets that reveal how these disasters interact and overlap. These insights are transforming our approach to disaster management by enabling precise risk assessments, building more resilient infrastructure, and empowering policymakers to develop effective strategies for both emergency response and long-term planning, ultimately ensuring the safety and well-being of our communities.
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Bapon (SHM) Fakhruddin, PhD 