Researchers reveal how COVID-19 has transformed communities
Argonne researchers have launched new map-based tools that show how communities held up as COVID-19 spread.
Social Sciences
May 13, 2021
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How to save beaches and coastlines from climate change disasters
The frequency of natural disasters has soared in recent decades. Total damage topped $210 billion worldwide in 2020. With climate change, the costs attributed to coastal storms will increase dramatically.
Environment
Apr 16, 2021
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Development policy decisions will affect coastal communities' risk more than climate change
Coastal communities face increasing danger from rising water and storms, but the level of risk will be more closely tied to policy decisions regarding development than the varying conditions associated with climate change, ...
Environment
Apr 12, 2021
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How could rising sea level impact the National Flood Insurance Program?
Insurance policy premiums from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) allow policyholders to maintain a lower, grandfathered rate even when the risk escalates. But as coastal flooding increases due to rising sea level ...
Economics & Business
Feb 25, 2021
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New report charts path toward superior earthquake recovery
For the last century, seismic building codes and practices have primarily focused on saving lives by reducing the likelihood of significant damage or structural collapse. Recovery of critical functions provided by buildings ...
Earth Sciences
Jan 27, 2021
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Scientists fire volcanic missiles to help Auckland prepare for threats
University of Canterbury scientists are unleashing volcanic ballistics onto Kiwi roofs hoping to help Aucklanders understand and manage their volcanic hazards.
Earth Sciences
Jan 20, 2021
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Vog forecasting critical during new Kīlauea eruption
The recent eruption activity on Kilauea has prompted renewed efforts by the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa's Vog Measurement and Prediction (VMAP) Project. The team's focus is to create forecasts of dispersion and trajectories ...
Earth Sciences
Jan 6, 2021
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A mobile flood tool for the nation unveiled
The U.S. Geological Survey announced Friday the completion of a new mobile tool that provides real-time information on water levels, weather and flood forecasts all in one place on a computer, smartphone or other mobile device.
Earth Sciences
Nov 2, 2020
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Rising waters threaten Great Lakes communities
Along a shoreline that stretches farther than the combined length of the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, waters driven by climate change have risen as much as 6 feet in less than a decade, washing away houses, destroying roads ...
Environment
Oct 2, 2020
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Firefighters exposed to more potentially harmful chemicals than previously thought
A new Oregon State University study suggests that firefighters are more likely to be exposed to potentially harmful chemicals while on duty compared to off duty.
Environment
Aug 20, 2020
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