Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems

The impact of disasters continues to increase at a rapid rate, fuelled by the climate emergency. Multi-hazard early warning systems (MHEWS) are a proven measure to reduce disaster risk and adapt to a changing climate. 

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