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Amanda Ripley on How to Survive Disaster

The Good Fight

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Build Resilience to Weather the Storms

The observed increase in recorded disasters contrasts with a significant decline in the death toll from these events, suggesting that societies have improved their resilience and preparedness. This shift raises important questions about the reliability of disaster counts and highlights both the successes and failures in societal responses to natural and man-made catastrophes. While greater vulnerability stems from increased development in high-risk areas like coastlines, effective preparation strategies have led to improved survivability. Understanding the balance between risk exposure and effective disaster management is crucial for future resilience.

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