Three out of four people live in water-insecure countries. More people die from a lack of WASH services than water-related disasters, according to the new UN global water security assessment.
World + 23 more
World + 23 more
Three out of four people live in water-insecure countries. More people die from a lack of WASH services than water-related disasters, according to the new UN global water security assessment.
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According to the IDMC, just 10 countries accounted for more than two-thirds of the total. In addition, there were 8.6 million new cases during 2015.
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According to a new report by ESCAP, the region accounted for over half the world’s 344 disasters in 2015, resulting in over 16,000 deaths with 59 million people affected.
Solomon Islands + 7 more
The 2014 - 2015 cyclone season has been one of the most active in terms of the number and intensity of cyclones, as well as the length of season.
Vanuatu + 10 more
Normal to below normal rainfall is evident in many Pacific Island countries with the signs of El Niño development, while measles and chikungunya outbreaks are reported in the region.
Philippines + 5 more
Authorities declare a state of calamity as food packs are provided to the 160,000 people affected by the floods in Maguindanao province of the Philippines.
Palau + 2 more
The region is among the most vulnerable to climate change. Closer collaboration is needed to break down silos between climate science, disaster risk reduction and humanitarian action.