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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University

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The National Center for Disaster Preparedness (NCDP), Columbia Climate School, at Columbia University, works to understand and improve the capacity to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.

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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🌎 Join NCDP during #ClimateWeekNYC! The Disaster Readiness Summit brings together experts, students & partners to explore AI for resilience, climate risk, emergency communications & more. 🎓 Teachers College, Columbia, & Barnard students can attend with ID. Learn more: ow.ly/EQ5450ZPSko
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Across millennia, communities facing annual climate variability have created sustainable techniques and technological systems. The Climate Riskscapes conference explores how these practices can offer crucial lessons for climate resilience everywhere. tinyurl.com/climate-riskscapes #ClimateResilience
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
📝 National Preparedness Month: Is your emergency plan ready? Use NCDP's updated Preparedness Wizard to prepare now! 🔗 bit.ly/prepwizv2 #Preparedness #EmergencyPreparedness #ElNino #HurricanePrep #DisasterResilience #RCRCToolbox
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
🚨 New paper! 🌍🛰️🌧️ More Earth observation data doesn’t automatically mean better humanitarian decisions. A new framework examines how satellite data influences decision-making—for better, worse or not at all—drawing on experiences managing flash flood risk in Ecuador. Read: ow.ly/crah50ZLJO2
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
🌎 Join us during Climate Week NYC for the Disaster Readiness Summit! NCDP, Columbia Teachers College, GeSI & Twilio are bringing three days of learning & discussion on disaster readiness. 📅 Sept. 22–24 Learn more: ncdptraining.org/3SGk0vW #ClimateWeekNYC #DisasterPreparedness
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
✨ New paper: “Employment Sectoral Differences of Public Service Disruptions and Psychological Distress among U.S. Workers after Disasters,” co-authored by NCDP’s Jeff Schlegelmilch. How quickly services return may matter as much as the damage itself. ow.ly/yxT350ZBBml #DisasterPreparedness
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
As part of its Moonshot Goal 8 Program, scientists address the question: Is it possible to tame river flooding? @wxpizza.bsky.social weighs in on this debate in a French article in @lesechosfr.bsky.social. www.lesechos.fr/idees-debats...
La Californie est régulièrement victime d'inondations provoquées par le Pineapple Express, une rivière atmosphérique arrivant directement d'Hawaï. (Photo Shutterstock)
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
We are excited to join the esteemed international community of colleagues in the United Nations' Santiago Network by providing technical assistance on disaster loss and damage. santiago-network.org/about/members @climate.columbia.edu @undrr.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
It is critical to communicate with farmers for projects to succeed, but current technologies fall short. Working with farmers, researchers from @climate.columbia.edu, Yale Center for Geospatial Solutions & School of the Environment participated in a novel game to understand risks. ow.ly/TVkB50Y421H
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Disaster management is complex. This article, published in the @uchilegalforum.bsky.social, analyzes how federal agencies can integrate policies into climate-informed planning and leadership. ow.ly/VRVv50XWHtg @climate.columbia.edu @sabincenter.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
✨ New publication: "Pathways for enhancing capacity in adult climate literacy within US emergency management" with an epilogue about the present in the Journal of EM Mgmt. by @jldevincenzo.bsky.social with support from Anyieth Philip Ayuen & Syeda Kainaat Jah ow.ly/qKIY50XQ6Oz @climate.columbia.edu
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
🌟 Congratulations to Justine Mach and Kenny Frias (CC '28) for their winning project at the DSI Research Fair, HarvestHub! This project is a collaboration with NCDP on integrating context-aware intelligence into climate disaster models. columbia-desdr.github.io @datascicolumbia.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
🛰️ New publication examines the opportunities and challenges of using the Cyclone Global Navigation Satellite System for enhanced flood mapping for disaster risk and response. doi.org/10.1175/BAMS... @climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social #floodrisk
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
On Sept. 26, at 2:15 PM ET, join us in person or virtually as Dr. @jldevincenzo.bsky.social joins a panel to discuss the "Strategic Insight on the Youth, Peace and Security" at the #IYC12. To register: iycforyouth.org/registration/ #ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA80
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Know your risks. The first step in disaster preparedness, according to the NCDP Model of Preparedness, is to know your risks. See what hazards exist where you live and work with the US Natural Hazards Index mapping tool. bit.ly/hazardsindex #NPM2025
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
📍 Join us in-person and virtually on Sept. 22 @ 1 PM ET, for a discussion on "Weather: Whose View Counts as Ground Truth In Uncertain Climates". To register: ow.ly/xcLk50WVQfv @climate.columbia.edu #ClimateWeekNYC
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Since #9/11, emergency management & responders continue to work tirelessly to make our nation more resilient. On this September 11, we will #NeverForget the sacrifices of those who serve to protect us to make our nation better prepared. ncdp.columbia.edu
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
There is a need for improving forecasts of both rapid intensification & its subsequent impacts. New data could strengthen modeling for both the meteorological variables – wind, precipitation, storm surge, social, & humanitarian impacts, noted @wxpizza.bsky.social. ow.ly/znfp50WPSCu
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
If you are attending the 50th Natural Hazards Workshop, be sure to attend the session led by @ncdp.bsky.social on "Natural Hazards Climate Change Projections Dataset and Map Application" on July 16 at 4:15 PM MT. hazards.colorado.edu/workshop/202... #hazws2025 @hazcenter.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
After a disaster, children cope with crises differently from adults. This free online training provides support to caregivers and children in their recovery by identifying types of stress and stress-coping techniques. ow.ly/7VkH50Wnamq @savethechildren.org #TexasFlooding #RCRCToolkit
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
We are saddened & devastated by the impacts of the catastrophic flooding in Texas. ow.ly/x9I250WmrsV #texasstorms
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
🔥The 2025 U.S. wildfire season is forecast to be above normal, highlighting the need to leverage emerging technologies for hazard risk mitigation. Read this LEAP panel discussion on using AI for predicting wildfires and #heatwaves. ow.ly/JJtA50WfwhU @leapstc.bsky.social @climate.columbia.edu
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
☀️ Did you know that #ExtremeHeat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in US children? Check out these tips to keep kids cool and hydrated. Let's beat the heat together! #DisasterPreparedness #RCRCToolbox bit.ly/ndcp-gd-1
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
🌀 The first step of preparing for hurricanes is to know your risk. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem, so find out today what types of water and wind hazards could happen where YOU live. noaa.gov/know-your-risk-water-wind @noaa.gov
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
✨ Despite #AI technological advances, persistent challenges persist in creating usable data for decision-makers in practice. Dr. Adams-Fuller, Dr. Glenn, & Dr. Fernández-Torres discuss challenges in weather preparedness. ncdp.columbia.edu/ncdp-perspec... @climate.columbia.edu @leapstc.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
✨ New research study: Researchers examine the access and use of weather & climate information approaches for the last mile in Guatemala. ow.ly/CSB450VO4ap #foodinsecurity #climateriskmanagement @climate.columbia.edu
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
We are looking forward to the conference: Using data from NASA's Cyclone Global Navigation System (CYNGNSS) to Support Tropical Cyclone Response in PR & the Caribbean with NCDP's Andrew Kruczkiewicz & Dr. Danielle Wood from MIT. www.uprm.edu/geology @climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
✨ Explore NCDP's new map application that examines how natural hazards, including tornadoes, wildfires, sea-level rise, and tropical cyclones, may be influenced by climate change. Read the full story: ow.ly/8sro50VFP57 Map application: bit.ly/nhccp @climate.columbia.edu #climatechange #earthday
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
The Climate Resilience Team holds participatory workshops in Alto del Carmen to advance climate action plans into local governance. globalcenters.columbia.edu/news/climate... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Jeff Schlegelmilch will be a panelist at the #ClimateTechConnect2025 on April 16, discussing the "State of Climate Adaptation and Resilience Market." He will join leaders from Climate Proof, Tailwind Climate, and Buoyant Ventures. ow.ly/g0Xf50VvXps @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #ClimateAdaptation
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Max Mauerman presents "Farmers' Experiential Knowledge Improves Identification of Drought Impacts." This project builds on the Financial Instrument's team's decade-long participatory research in Zambia. ow.ly/muQZ50VtTln @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Dr. Blakeley presents "Comparing different methods of participative information collection for co-design among pastoralists in Senegal". This work used participative phone games to collect pastoralists' data to develop climate services. @columbiaclimate.bsky.social ow.ly/muQZ50VtTln
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
📣 Please join us for the LEAP Wallerstein Panel Series on #AI + Extreme Weather Preparedness: "#AI for Early Warning Systems + Anticipatory Action" 📆 March 28, 2025 🕙 10:00 - 11:00am (EST) 📍 Virtual ℹ️ Info + Abstract: www.eventbrite.com/e/wallerstei... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
➡️ New article: Expanding the paradigm of evaluating community benefits in investments in grid resilience utilizing a balanced scorecard approach. doi.org/10.7916/shn3... #disasterresilience @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
➡️ New study published in @NatureComms. Extreme weather events influence population mobility, including involuntary immobile populations. ow.ly/JnmA50Vj7lM @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #climaterisk #climatechange
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
We are working with partners in Madagascar to build local capacity for Anticipatory Action tools to release funding for action when droughts are forecasted. www.wfp.org @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
🎧️ Join us on March 13 for a webinar on "Public Health Impact of Wildfires" discussing the short- & long-term physical & mental health impacts, insights into policies & prevention efforts to build resilience & address #climatechange. events.columbia.edu/go/PublicHea... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
We look forward to having Dr. @jldevincenzo.bsky.social speak at the Ignite STEM conference this Saturday on "All Subjects for All Hazards" for educators. www.princetoneclub.com/ignitestem @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
NCDP Climate Scientist and Red Cross Crescent meteorologist Andrew Kruczkiewicz, coauthored by Liz Stephens, discusses the science behind the CA wildfires. www.climatecentre.org/15016/the-cl... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social @wxpizza.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Jeffrey Schlegelmilch, director of @ncdp.bsky.social discusses why the LA wildfires have been so devastating and what can be done about them going forward. @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #LAWildfires
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
📝 Activities for creating time and space in the curriculum for climatological disasters & racial inequalities. doi.org/10.7916/xc07... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
➡️ What are you doing in my swamp? A case study of a community-led buyout and ecosystem restoration program in Staten Island, NY. doi.org/10.7916/mrkq...
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
➡️ Researchers examined the emerging gap between data and policy for flood risk assessment & early warnings for displaced people. ow.ly/bqg350Uz3SJ @columbiaclimate.bsky.social, @wxpizza.bsky.social, @osuceoas.bsky.social, @bristoluni.bsky.social, @universityofleeds.bsky.social, @ox.ac.uk, @unhcr.org
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
📝 Dr. Thalia Balkaran & Jeff Schlegelmilch explore the application of the RCRC Initiative to the Kalinago territory in Dominica. They assessed the potential suitability for adopting this approach more broadly in other countries. Read more. doi.org/10.7916/nb1a... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
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National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University @ncdp.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Jeffrey Schlegelmilch talks with the State of the Planet about the Climate and Disaster Management Advanced Certificate as part of the MS in Climate and the opportunities it will offer across sectors. ow.ly/osAq50UcH8f @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #disastermanagement #climatechange
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