Africa’s first heat officer is based in Freetown — 5 things that should be on her agenda

Published on 24 February 2023

Significant proportion of urban dwellers who are poor and those whose living conditions do not provide adequate shelter from heat risks make Africa deserving special attention

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Highlights from the Global Flood Forecasting and Monitoring Meeting 2023

23 February 2023
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Historical dredging and wetland loss in New York City's Jamaica Bay increase flooding

24 February 2023
Historical dredging and wetland loss in New York City's Jamaica Bay have increased high-tide flooding in the area, according to a new study.