People in poor countries often get little or no warning about floods, storms and other deadly weather. Local efforts are changing that, and saving lives.

People in poor countries often get little or no warning about floods, storms and other deadly weather. Local efforts are changing that, and saving lives.

Plans for a project to repair and fortify more than two dozen bridges in the northwest region against the possible effects of future flooding remain available for the public to view and provide ...

The world's worst ever nuclear disaster took place at Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Pripyat, Ukraine back in 1986, and its effects are still being felt today. A 30-km (19-mile) exclusion zone is in ...

When flames devoured towers of the Wang Fuk Court complex, Pearl Chow, 87, fled her apartment with essential documents, like her title deed. Her grandson, Dorz Cheung, 33, rushed from his office to ...

Hakodate, a city famed for its history and night views, demonstrates resilience by overcoming disasters and climate change. Initiatives include building fire-resistant infrastructure and innovating in ...