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disaster preparedness
November 29, 2019
Is Disaster-Prone Japan Facing Economic Derailment?
By Thisanka Siripala
Following Typhoon Hagibis’ trail of destruction, worsening natural disasters are taking a toll on Japan’s economic outlook.
September 08, 2018
Japan’s Latest Deadly Earthquake Buries Scores Alive
By Thisanka Siripala
Just days after “National Disaster Prevention Day,” a powerful earthquake jolted Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido.
May 01, 2015
Nepal: Lessons from Disaster
By Asit K. Biswas and Kris Hartley
Last week's earthquake is a tragic reminder of the perils of outdated practices and failures of governance.
April 01, 2015
Disaster Preparedness: A Missed Opportunity in Sendai
By Christopher Hobson
Japan hosts a disaster conference but doesn't incorporate the lessons of 2011.
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