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Strengthening Early Warning Systems for All: Evidence and Lessons from Last-Mile Communities

This report synthesizes findings from 15 GDPC-supported studies across 14 countries to examine why early warnings often fail to translate into timely, protective action — particularly for last-mile communities that are geographically isolated, socially marginalized, or economically vulnerable. Drawing on empirical research and complementary literature, the report highlights that early warning effectiveness is shaped not […]

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A Systematic Review of Heat Health Warning Systems: Enhancing the Framework Towards Effective Health Outcomes

Purpose of Review Heat Health Warning Systems (HHWS) reduce heat-related morbidity and mortality. We reviewed scientific studies on HHWS that use meteorological variables, local climate-epidemiological evidence, personalization, and built environment factors to determine heat stress thresholds. We identified key factors to enhance their precision and effectiveness. Recent Findings We categorized the findings into three groups.

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2025 Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) Implementation Workshop

The 2025 CAP Implementation Workshop and Training Report summarizes key discussions, presentations, and technical learning from the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) Implementation Workshop, held 21–23 October 2025 in Rome, Italy, hosted by the National Fire Corps of Italy and Alert-Hub.Org CIC, with co-sponsorship from IAEM and OASIS Open. The event brought together a global community

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Protocol of Engagement between Local Governments and Humanitarian Actors

When emergencies occur in urban areas, humanitarian and development actors do not necessarily know how to work with, or in support of, local governments responsible for their respective jurisdiction, in addition to their collaboration with national governments. Humanitarian and development actors responding do not always arrive with an intrinsic understanding of complex socio-economic dynamics, governance

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Ready Before It Hits – How The American Red Cross Uses Anticipatory Action To Stay Ahead of Disasters

When most people think of “disaster relief,” they picture what happens after a hurricane or wildfire—volunteers distributing blankets, setting up shelters, and ensuring people are safe and fed. But a significant part of the American Red Cross’ response actually begins well before disaster strikes. This approach is called anticipatory action. And it’s not just a

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Localized early warning voice messages – Solutions brief

Based on Climate Resilience Measurement for Communities (CRMC) data and community input, Practical Action identified a need for flood early warning messages to reach the most vulnerable in Faridpur District, Bangladesh. Using information from the national forecast, Practical Action develops understandable and actionable voice messages and sends them to registered mobile phone numbers to warn

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Opportunities and challenges for people-centered multi-hazard early warning systems: Perspectives from the Global South

This perspective critically examines the challenges and opportunities of implementing people-centered multi-hazard early warning systems (MHEWS) in the Global South. Despite global initiatives, such as the Early Warnings for All initiative, operational realities lag behind. By exploring the needs of the most vulnerable and how core concepts of multi-hazard thinking (e.g., hazard interrelationships and vulnerability

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Telecross Redi: Heatwave Service

Extreme weather events pose significant risks to vulnerable populations, especially those who are isolated or have underlying health conditions. In response to this challenge, Telecross Redi, a free life-saving service, was developed to support individuals during such critical times. Activated when extreme heat is declared, Telecross Redi ensures that at-risk individuals receive the necessary support

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How GADRRRES Strengthens Global Resilience in the Education Sector Through the Comprehensive School Safety Framework

Background Every child has the right to an education and should be allowed to learn in a safe environment. Worldwide, disasters, emergencies, shocks and stresses brought on by hazards, climate change, conflict and violence have devastating impacts on children’s education and jeopardize their safety and learning. According to a recent UNICEF analysis, “at least 242

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Qualitative Guide to run Focus Group Discussions (FGD) with communities and local authorities on Early Warning Systems

This tool provides structured guidance for conducting focus group discussions (FGDs) with communities and local authorities to assess the effectiveness, inclusivity, and trustworthiness of Early Warning Systems (EWS). Part of the IFRC’s Enhanced Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment (eVCA) toolbox, it supports participatory assessments of local risk knowledge, communication channels, and preparedness capacities. The guide can

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