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IPCC urges governments to plan for disasters

By Chris Champion posted 31-03-2012 20:22

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The peak international body on climate change says all countries are becoming vulnerable to extremes in weather, and governments should make better plans to cope with natural disasters. See http://www.abc.net.au/lateline/content/2012/s3467037.htm.

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Peter Styles

29-09-2013 03:05

Hi Chris, Surprised to see no comments on this essential topic. Does OZ think it's insulated; ask Brisbane what they think.
I have tried to raise the profile of advanced planning for disasters by introducing a system which would indicate the level of investment which should be considered as advanced preparation. New York flooding would be an obvious example. You can find the paper at: http://felixschrodinger.wordpress.com/2011/07/17/disaster-planning-and-asset-management/
regards
Peter