Greece is set to enhance its weather monitoring infrastructure with the installation of seven new meteorological radar networks across the country by early 2025. This initiative aims to fill a two-decade gap in weather prediction capabilities, as highlighted by Vassilis…
In response to increasing climate-related damages, French insurance premiums for natural disasters are set to rise significantly in 2025. The ‘natural disaster’ surcharge will increase from 12% to 20% for homeowners and from 6% to 9% for auto insurance. The…
French Prime Minister François Bayrou presents a comprehensive emergency plan in Mayotte to address the impacts of Cyclone Chido, which caused significant destruction and loss of life. The plan includes restoring electricity by the end of January, improving water supply…
Unusually strong waves have struck the coasts of Peru, Ecuador, and Chile, leading to three reported fatalities and the closure of most Peruvian ports. Authorities noted waves exceeding four meters in Peru and two meters in Ecuador, describing the phenomenon…
In 2024, the Red Cross responded to an unprecedented number of climate-related disasters, launching 108 major relief operations, a significant increase from previous years. Severe weather events included record-breaking temperatures in India and prolonged cyclonic storms in the Philippines. Red…
The West Coast of South America is facing significant disruptions due to unusually high waves, prompting the closure of numerous ports in Peru and Chile. With wave heights reaching up to four meters, residents have evacuated to higher ground. The…
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that over 770,000 people were identified as homeless at the beginning of 2024, marking an 18% increase from 2023. Contributing factors include the shortage of affordable housing, inflation, immigration, the…
Beginning next year, Greek property owners will receive incentives to insure their homes against natural disasters. Those who choose to insure their properties can enjoy a reduction in the property tax (ENFIA), with discounts of up to 20% for properties…
Greece’s Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Vasilis Kikilias, announced the government’s preparedness for an expected wave of severe weather. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall are forecasted for several regions, including Evia, the Cyclades, and Crete. A RED…
On December 26 and 27, 1999, France experienced the devastating Lothar and Martin storms, with winds exceeding 200 km/h causing widespread destruction. The Charente-Maritime department was among the hardest hit, with significant loss of life and property. Twenty-five years later,…
Twenty years have passed since the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami, triggered by a 9.1 magnitude earthquake, which killed over 220,000 people across 18 countries on December 26, 2004. Commemorations are held in Aceh, Indonesia, where the disaster struck hardest, with…
Intense rainfall has led to numerous issues in the Attica region, particularly in Kifisia, Alimos, Piraeus, and Glyfada. The fire department received around 40 calls regarding water extraction and tree falls. Roadways are affected, and traffic on the Athens-Corinth national…
