National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University
@ncdp.bsky.social
The National Center for Disaster Preparedness (NCDP), Columbia Climate School, at Columbia University, works to understand and improve the capacity to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
🌟 Congratulations to Justine Mach and Kenny Frias (CC '28) for their winning project at the DSI Research Fair, HarvestHub! This project is a collaboration with NCDP on integrating context-aware intelligence into climate disaster models. columbia-desdr.github.io @datascicolumbia.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
🌟 Congratulations to Justine Mach and Kenny Frias (CC '28) for their winning project at the DSI Research Fair, HarvestHub! This project is a collaboration with NCDP on integrating context-aware intelligence into climate disaster models. columbia-desdr.github.io @datascicolumbia.bsky.social
🛰️ New publication examines the opportunities and challenges of using the Cyclone Global Navigation Satellite System for enhanced flood mapping for disaster risk and response. doi.org/10.1175/BAMS... @climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social #floodrisk
October 9, 2025 at 4:55 PM
🛰️ New publication examines the opportunities and challenges of using the Cyclone Global Navigation Satellite System for enhanced flood mapping for disaster risk and response. doi.org/10.1175/BAMS... @climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social #floodrisk
On Sept. 26, at 2:15 PM ET, join us in person or virtually as Dr.
@jldevincenzo.bsky.social joins a panel to discuss the "Strategic Insight on the Youth, Peace and Security" at the #IYC12. To register: iycforyouth.org/registration/ #ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA80
@jldevincenzo.bsky.social joins a panel to discuss the "Strategic Insight on the Youth, Peace and Security" at the #IYC12. To register: iycforyouth.org/registration/ #ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA80
September 16, 2025 at 12:57 PM
On Sept. 26, at 2:15 PM ET, join us in person or virtually as Dr.
@jldevincenzo.bsky.social joins a panel to discuss the "Strategic Insight on the Youth, Peace and Security" at the #IYC12. To register: iycforyouth.org/registration/ #ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA80
@jldevincenzo.bsky.social joins a panel to discuss the "Strategic Insight on the Youth, Peace and Security" at the #IYC12. To register: iycforyouth.org/registration/ #ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA80
Know your risks. The first step in disaster preparedness, according to the NCDP Model of Preparedness, is to know your risks. See what hazards exist where you live and work with the US Natural Hazards Index mapping tool. bit.ly/hazardsindex #NPM2025
September 15, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Know your risks. The first step in disaster preparedness, according to the NCDP Model of Preparedness, is to know your risks. See what hazards exist where you live and work with the US Natural Hazards Index mapping tool. bit.ly/hazardsindex #NPM2025
📍 Join us in-person and virtually on Sept. 22 @ 1 PM ET, for a discussion on "Weather: Whose View Counts as Ground Truth In Uncertain Climates". To register: ow.ly/xcLk50WVQfv
@climate.columbia.edu #ClimateWeekNYC
@climate.columbia.edu #ClimateWeekNYC
September 12, 2025 at 3:06 PM
📍 Join us in-person and virtually on Sept. 22 @ 1 PM ET, for a discussion on "Weather: Whose View Counts as Ground Truth In Uncertain Climates". To register: ow.ly/xcLk50WVQfv
@climate.columbia.edu #ClimateWeekNYC
@climate.columbia.edu #ClimateWeekNYC
Since #9/11, emergency management & responders continue to work tirelessly to make our nation more resilient. On this September 11, we will #NeverForget the sacrifices of those who serve to protect us to make our nation better prepared. ncdp.columbia.edu
September 11, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Since #9/11, emergency management & responders continue to work tirelessly to make our nation more resilient. On this September 11, we will #NeverForget the sacrifices of those who serve to protect us to make our nation better prepared. ncdp.columbia.edu
There is a need for improving forecasts of both rapid intensification & its subsequent impacts. New data could strengthen modeling for both the meteorological variables – wind, precipitation, storm surge, social, & humanitarian impacts, noted @wxpizza.bsky.social. ow.ly/znfp50WPSCu
September 2, 2025 at 8:26 PM
There is a need for improving forecasts of both rapid intensification & its subsequent impacts. New data could strengthen modeling for both the meteorological variables – wind, precipitation, storm surge, social, & humanitarian impacts, noted @wxpizza.bsky.social. ow.ly/znfp50WPSCu
If you are attending the 50th Natural Hazards Workshop, be sure to attend the session led by @ncdp.bsky.social on "Natural Hazards Climate Change Projections Dataset and Map Application" on July 16 at 4:15 PM MT. hazards.colorado.edu/workshop/202... #hazws2025 @hazcenter.bsky.social
July 15, 2025 at 2:51 PM
If you are attending the 50th Natural Hazards Workshop, be sure to attend the session led by @ncdp.bsky.social on "Natural Hazards Climate Change Projections Dataset and Map Application" on July 16 at 4:15 PM MT. hazards.colorado.edu/workshop/202... #hazws2025 @hazcenter.bsky.social
After a disaster, children cope with crises differently from adults. This free online training provides support to caregivers and children in their recovery by identifying types of stress and stress-coping techniques. ow.ly/7VkH50Wnamq
@savethechildren.org #TexasFlooding #RCRCToolkit
@savethechildren.org #TexasFlooding #RCRCToolkit
July 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
After a disaster, children cope with crises differently from adults. This free online training provides support to caregivers and children in their recovery by identifying types of stress and stress-coping techniques. ow.ly/7VkH50Wnamq
@savethechildren.org #TexasFlooding #RCRCToolkit
@savethechildren.org #TexasFlooding #RCRCToolkit
We are saddened & devastated by the impacts of the catastrophic flooding in Texas. ow.ly/x9I250WmrsV #texasstorms
July 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
We are saddened & devastated by the impacts of the catastrophic flooding in Texas. ow.ly/x9I250WmrsV #texasstorms
🔥The 2025 U.S. wildfire season is forecast to be above normal, highlighting the need to leverage emerging technologies for hazard risk mitigation. Read this LEAP panel discussion on using AI for predicting wildfires and #heatwaves. ow.ly/JJtA50WfwhU @leapstc.bsky.social @climate.columbia.edu
June 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
🔥The 2025 U.S. wildfire season is forecast to be above normal, highlighting the need to leverage emerging technologies for hazard risk mitigation. Read this LEAP panel discussion on using AI for predicting wildfires and #heatwaves. ow.ly/JJtA50WfwhU @leapstc.bsky.social @climate.columbia.edu
☀️ Did you know that #ExtremeHeat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in US children? Check out these tips to keep kids cool and hydrated. Let's beat the heat together! #DisasterPreparedness #RCRCToolbox bit.ly/ndcp-gd-1
June 23, 2025 at 7:04 PM
☀️ Did you know that #ExtremeHeat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in US children? Check out these tips to keep kids cool and hydrated. Let's beat the heat together! #DisasterPreparedness #RCRCToolbox bit.ly/ndcp-gd-1
🌀 The first step of preparing for hurricanes is to know your risk. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem, so find out today what types of water and wind hazards could happen where YOU live. noaa.gov/know-your-risk-water-wind @noaa.gov
June 3, 2025 at 1:38 PM
🌀 The first step of preparing for hurricanes is to know your risk. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem, so find out today what types of water and wind hazards could happen where YOU live. noaa.gov/know-your-risk-water-wind @noaa.gov
✨ Despite #AI technological advances, persistent challenges persist in creating usable data for decision-makers in practice. Dr. Adams-Fuller, Dr. Glenn, & Dr. Fernández-Torres discuss challenges in weather preparedness. ncdp.columbia.edu/ncdp-perspec... @climate.columbia.edu @leapstc.bsky.social
May 30, 2025 at 3:54 PM
✨ Despite #AI technological advances, persistent challenges persist in creating usable data for decision-makers in practice. Dr. Adams-Fuller, Dr. Glenn, & Dr. Fernández-Torres discuss challenges in weather preparedness. ncdp.columbia.edu/ncdp-perspec... @climate.columbia.edu @leapstc.bsky.social
✨ New research study: Researchers examine the access and use of weather & climate information approaches for the last mile in Guatemala. ow.ly/CSB450VO4ap #foodinsecurity #climateriskmanagement @climate.columbia.edu
May 6, 2025 at 7:47 PM
✨ New research study: Researchers examine the access and use of weather & climate information approaches for the last mile in Guatemala. ow.ly/CSB450VO4ap #foodinsecurity #climateriskmanagement @climate.columbia.edu
We are looking forward to the conference: Using data from NASA's Cyclone Global Navigation System (CYNGNSS) to Support Tropical Cyclone Response in PR & the Caribbean with NCDP's Andrew Kruczkiewicz & Dr. Danielle Wood from MIT. www.uprm.edu/geology
@climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social
@climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social
May 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM
We are looking forward to the conference: Using data from NASA's Cyclone Global Navigation System (CYNGNSS) to Support Tropical Cyclone Response in PR & the Caribbean with NCDP's Andrew Kruczkiewicz & Dr. Danielle Wood from MIT. www.uprm.edu/geology
@climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social
@climate.columbia.edu @wxpizza.bsky.social
✨ Explore NCDP's new map application that examines how natural hazards, including tornadoes, wildfires, sea-level rise, and tropical cyclones, may be influenced by climate change. Read the full story: ow.ly/8sro50VFP57
Map application: bit.ly/nhccp
@climate.columbia.edu #climatechange #earthday
Map application: bit.ly/nhccp
@climate.columbia.edu #climatechange #earthday
April 22, 2025 at 8:33 PM
✨ Explore NCDP's new map application that examines how natural hazards, including tornadoes, wildfires, sea-level rise, and tropical cyclones, may be influenced by climate change. Read the full story: ow.ly/8sro50VFP57
Map application: bit.ly/nhccp
@climate.columbia.edu #climatechange #earthday
Map application: bit.ly/nhccp
@climate.columbia.edu #climatechange #earthday
The Climate Resilience Team holds participatory workshops in Alto del Carmen to advance climate action plans into local governance. globalcenters.columbia.edu/news/climate... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
April 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
The Climate Resilience Team holds participatory workshops in Alto del Carmen to advance climate action plans into local governance. globalcenters.columbia.edu/news/climate... @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
Jeff Schlegelmilch will be a panelist at the #ClimateTechConnect2025 on April 16, discussing the "State of Climate Adaptation and Resilience Market." He will join leaders from Climate Proof, Tailwind Climate, and Buoyant Ventures. ow.ly/g0Xf50VvXps @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #ClimateAdaptation
April 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Jeff Schlegelmilch will be a panelist at the #ClimateTechConnect2025 on April 16, discussing the "State of Climate Adaptation and Resilience Market." He will join leaders from Climate Proof, Tailwind Climate, and Buoyant Ventures. ow.ly/g0Xf50VvXps @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #ClimateAdaptation
Max Mauerman presents "Farmers' Experiential Knowledge Improves Identification of Drought Impacts." This project builds on the Financial Instrument's team's decade-long participatory research in Zambia. ow.ly/muQZ50VtTln @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
April 3, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Max Mauerman presents "Farmers' Experiential Knowledge Improves Identification of Drought Impacts." This project builds on the Financial Instrument's team's decade-long participatory research in Zambia. ow.ly/muQZ50VtTln @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
Dr. Blakeley presents "Comparing different methods of participative information collection for co-design among pastoralists in Senegal". This work used participative phone games to collect pastoralists' data to develop climate services. @columbiaclimate.bsky.social ow.ly/muQZ50VtTln
April 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Dr. Blakeley presents "Comparing different methods of participative information collection for co-design among pastoralists in Senegal". This work used participative phone games to collect pastoralists' data to develop climate services. @columbiaclimate.bsky.social ow.ly/muQZ50VtTln
📣 Please join us for the LEAP Wallerstein Panel Series on #AI + Extreme Weather Preparedness: "#AI for Early Warning Systems + Anticipatory Action"
📆 March 28, 2025
🕙 10:00 - 11:00am (EST)
📍 Virtual
ℹ️ Info + Abstract: www.eventbrite.com/e/wallerstei...
@columbiaclimate.bsky.social
📆 March 28, 2025
🕙 10:00 - 11:00am (EST)
📍 Virtual
ℹ️ Info + Abstract: www.eventbrite.com/e/wallerstei...
@columbiaclimate.bsky.social
March 26, 2025 at 2:23 PM
📣 Please join us for the LEAP Wallerstein Panel Series on #AI + Extreme Weather Preparedness: "#AI for Early Warning Systems + Anticipatory Action"
📆 March 28, 2025
🕙 10:00 - 11:00am (EST)
📍 Virtual
ℹ️ Info + Abstract: www.eventbrite.com/e/wallerstei...
@columbiaclimate.bsky.social
📆 March 28, 2025
🕙 10:00 - 11:00am (EST)
📍 Virtual
ℹ️ Info + Abstract: www.eventbrite.com/e/wallerstei...
@columbiaclimate.bsky.social
➡️ New article: Expanding the paradigm of evaluating community benefits in investments in grid resilience utilizing a balanced scorecard approach. doi.org/10.7916/shn3... #disasterresilience @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
March 24, 2025 at 8:13 PM
➡️ New article: Expanding the paradigm of evaluating community benefits in investments in grid resilience utilizing a balanced scorecard approach. doi.org/10.7916/shn3... #disasterresilience @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
➡️ New study published in @NatureComms. Extreme weather events influence population mobility, including involuntary immobile populations. ow.ly/JnmA50Vj7lM @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #climaterisk #climatechange
March 17, 2025 at 3:34 PM
➡️ New study published in @NatureComms. Extreme weather events influence population mobility, including involuntary immobile populations. ow.ly/JnmA50Vj7lM @columbiaclimate.bsky.social #climaterisk #climatechange
We are working with partners in Madagascar to build local capacity for Anticipatory Action tools to release funding for action when droughts are forecasted. www.wfp.org @columbiaclimate.bsky.social
March 13, 2025 at 2:35 PM
We are working with partners in Madagascar to build local capacity for Anticipatory Action tools to release funding for action when droughts are forecasted. www.wfp.org @columbiaclimate.bsky.social