Country: Europe and Central Asia

After the Marmara Earthquake: Lessons for Avoiding Short Cuts to Disasters

‘This paper aims to explore a number of lessons learned from the disaster management experience in Turkey in response to the Marmara earthquake in August 1999. It discusses the shortcomings of disaster mitigation and preparedness measures in Turkey in the context of a disaster and development relationship, including a number of issues such as legislation …

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Cross-Regional Flood Portal Germany

A joint project from the flood watch centers of all the federal states of Germany to collect and exchange up to date information on high-tides and flood warning. Every federal state provides continuously updated information on high-tide levels and current flood levels (if applicable). Website also provides links to all state flood portals and portals …

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International Commission for the Protection of the Rhine

Recognizing the need for cross-border collaboration for the benefit of the Rhine and of all waters running into the Rhine, the International Commission for the Protection of the Rhine (ICPR) is comprised of nine states and regions in the Rhine watershed (Switzerland, France, Germany, Luxemburg, the Netherlands, Austria, Liechtenstein and the Belgian region of Wallonia, …

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