Rumors and lies about government responses to natural disasters are not new. Politics, misinformation and blame-shifting have long surrounded government response efforts. When Hurricane Harvey hit ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Christian Weller is an economist focused on retirement inequality. The burden of climate change and the associated natural ...

Candidates and commentators in both of our dominant tribes lately claim that every national election is the last chance to save America from all manner of calamities. Then, once elected, our national ...

Disasters. Earthquakes. Hurricanes. Terrorist attacks. Climate change. All have the capacity for immense suffering. But such catastrophes also provide tremendous opportunities to enhance the ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Robert Lewin is the former chief California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)/San Luis Obispo County Fire, capping off a 38-year fire service career, and former ...

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Disasters are growing in frequency and intensity It’s common to experience a variety of emotions before, during, and after a disaster Being prepared and getting support can help protect mental health ...

For the first time, the Census Bureau surveyed people that were affected by disasters. The results show that people with disabilities face life-altering conditions like permanent institutionalization.