Candid

AUGUST 2, 2023

Whether it’s global heatwaves, flooding in Pakistan, Canadian wildfires that block out the sun, decade-long droughts in Africa, or ever more powerful hurricanes, natural disasters have our attention. For example, Hurricane Katrina, in August of 2005, presented as a once-in-a-generation disaster. That is no longer the case.

Disaster 98

Disaster Action Change Hurricane 98

Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Imagine a hurricane bearing down on an isolated village. The report also includes examples of using tried and true technologies such as mobile technology, radio, and television with an interesting twist. Before the hurricane hit, residents could receive location-targeted SMS messages directing them to evacuate. Image: Sonny M.

South Africa 50

South Africa Disaster Hurricane Pakistan 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 9, 2006

million in charitable giving online through Network for Good in response to three major crises: the December 2004 tsunamis, Hurricane Katrina in August 2005 and the Pakistan earthquake of October 2005. ?? The result was a thriving, if somewhat fragmented, network of people mobilizing resources."

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Disaster Studies Network Pakistan 50