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L’Observatoire de Hong Kong – Servir grâce à la science
Le 23 mars, à l’occasion de la Journée météorologique mondiale, l’Observatoire de Hong Kong a célébré son cent trentième anniversaire au sein de ses quatre branches et de ses 318 employés. Il avait reçu pour mission, lors de sa création en 1883, de servir le transport maritime, secteur crucial pour le commerce et le développement économique de Hong Kong1(Chine2) qui était en train de devenir un grand port commercial. L’Observatoire a toujours cherché à innover afin de s’acquitter de cette mission, mesurant l’importance des connaissances scientifiques et techniques pour la prestation de service ...
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The Hong Kong Observatory – Through Science We Serve
The four branches and 318 staff of the Hong Kong Observa- tory (hereafter referred to as the Observatory) celebrated its 130th anniversary on 23 March, World Meteorological Day.
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Sixth Session of the Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management : Chair's summary
This summary provides the Chair’s assessment of the main points of the key issues discussed during the Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management, held in Suva, Fiji on 2–4 June 2014.
It presents (i) the findings of a ten-year review of the Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) in the region; (ii) a summary of a High-level dialogue between prominent representatives of Fiji, French Polynesia, New Zealand and Thailand, addressing community resilience building and the role of leaders in this agenda; (iii) the perspectives of the Pacific region on the consultation process around the ...
SPC SOPAC Published Report, 171. Preliminary benefit cost analysis of storm surge hazard mitigation in the Tuamotu Islands, French Polynesia
In order to assist Pacific overseas countries and territories (OCTs) develop resilience to natural hazards, the European Union (EU) has commissioned the SOPAC Division of the SPC to work alongside OCTs to increase the protection and management of the coastal environment. The project, which falls under the European Development Fund (EDF) 9 C Envelope, will focus on the analysis, development and efficient implementation of the disaster risk solutions in Wallis and Futuna, New Caledonia, the Pitcairn Islands and French Polynesia. This document forms part of the work undertaken for French Polynesi ...
Climate ExChange
Climate ExChange is a fully illustrated 250-page book with over 100 authors relating their work in weather, climate and water services at international, regional, national and local levels. The commentaries draw upon experiences around the world reflecting how people are using climate information to improve their lives. Climate ExChange reflects the progress and challenges in these fields, highlighting good practices in a wide variety of societies and disciplines.
Disaster risk reduction in school curricula: case studies from thirty countries
Selby David; Kagawa Fumiyo; United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO); et al. - UNESCO, 2012This publication captures key national experiences in the integration of disaster risk reduction (DRR) in the curriculum, identifying good practice, noting issues addressed or still lacking, and reviewing learning outcomes. The study researched DRR related curriculum development and integration, pedagogy, student assessment, teacher professional development and guidance, learning outcomes and policy development, planning and implementation aspects covering thirty countries.
Community disaster preparedness guide
This document contains practical information on preparing and recovery from the effects of disaster events which may affect the British Virgin Islands. It includes hazard-specific safety tips and information on personal, family, business and community preparedness and protection. It considers the following hazards: flood, hurricane, including tides and surge, earthquake and tsunami, extreme heat and drought, as well as climate change.
This document is a revision of the 2005 Community Disaster Preparedness Handbook with updated information, pictures and with more colour. Its pro ...
Report on UN ESCAP/WMO Typhoon Committee Members Disaster Management System
World Meteorological Organization (WMO) ; Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) - WMO, 2009 (WMO/TD-No. 1476)
JCOMM Technical Report, 20. JCOMM Ship Observations Team second session: national reports
World Meteorological Organization (WMO) ; Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) - WMO, 2003 (WMO/TD-No. 1170)
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British Virgin Islands national report prepared for the IDNDR mid-term review and the 1994 World Conference on Natural Disaster Reduction
This report presents the institutional and legal framework for disaster risk reduction in British Virgin Islands, and describes its common disaster risks and natural hazards, such as hurricane, earthquake, tsunami, land slide and flood. It outlines the strategies, plans, projects and activities related to disaster prevention and risk management.
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Summary of Meteorological and Tidal Observations in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Observatory, 1999-[...]Detailed climatological information is contained in annual volumes of the "Summary of Meteorological and Tidal Observations in Hong Kong". The Summary contains condensed information of surface and upper-air data recorded in Hong Kong. Starting 2007, summaries of observed sea levels at various tide gauge stations operated by the Hong Kong Observatory and the number of lightning strokes detected over the Hong Kong territory by the Lightning Location Network are also included.
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