Disasters

Disinformation can make it hard for people to distinguish and act on accurate advice. And this can mean life or death when it comes to natural disasters like bushfires

The instruction to Stay or Go might feel like a mixed message, but with the right planning it’s a proven life saver

A new annual global assessment of wildfires warns that climate change has increased the risk of extreme fire weather by about 20 times in some parts of the world

Mark Quigley, Associate Professor in Earth Sciences discusses how the impacts of the 2010-2012 Canterbury earthquakes have many parallels to the current COVID-19 crisis – both inspired innovative responses

Medical students have always volunteered to help during health crises and disasters, and research suggests that pitching in with due care is good for them

Burned forests in steep mountains can be just as hazardous after the rains come and flames have been extinguished. And the risks are increasing, so what can be done?

Thousands of people are processing the emotional impact of being caught up in the Australian bushfires. Here are some tips on how you can support a friend or family member who may be struggling.

The new global norm of extreme weather-related disasters and climate change requires a new type of disaster-resilience modelling

Build a defensive ring or run as fast as you can - the disaster modelling that could help you survive a killer zombie outbreak in Australia

Earthquake expert Associate Professor Mark Quigley on preparing for and recovering from earthquakes