Preparing for Natural Disasters in the Pacific Islands
by The Pacific Islands are home to breathtaking landscapes, rich cultures, and vibrant communities. However, they are also some of the most vulnerable regions in the …
Category: Natural Disasters
Earthquakes in the Pacific: Understanding the Ring of Fire
The Pacific Ring of Fire is one of the most geologically active regions on Earth, responsible for 90% of the world’s earthquakes and home to …
How Typhoons Affect Island Nations in the Pacific
Typhoons are among the most powerful and destructive natural phenomena, significantly impacting the Pacific region. These tropical storms, with their torrential rains, fierce winds, and …
Tsunamis in the Pacific: Lessons from History
The Pacific Ocean is home to some of the most active seismic activity on Earth due to the Pacific Ring of Fire, a volatile tectonic …
Climate Change & Environmental Issues / Impact on Pacific Islands / Natural Disasters / Sea Level Rise
Kiribati’s Struggle with Rising Sea Levels: A Nation in Peril
Kiribati, a Pacific Island nation comprising 33 atolls and reef islands, is one of the world’s most vulnerable countries to the effects of climate change. …