Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management

Climate change refers to long-term alterations in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions on Earth, primarily driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation. This phenomenon aggravates the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, necessitating robust disaster risk management strategies. Rising global temperatures lead to more frequent and severe weather events such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires, amplifying the vulnerability of communities worldwide. Effective disaster risk management involves proactive measures like early warning systems, infrastructure resilience, and community preparedness. Additionally, it requires addressing underlying socioeconomic factors that contribute to vulnerability, such as poverty and inequality. By integrating climate adaptation and mitigation efforts into disaster risk management strategies, societies can enhance their resilience to climate-related hazards. Collaborative action at local, national, and international levels is essential to build adaptive capacity and reduce the impact of climate change-induced disasters on communities and ecosystems. This book explores all the important aspects of climate change in the present day scenario. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about climate change and disaster risk management.