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Sending our aloha and a big mahalo (thank you) to our Honduran partners following a successful Risk Reduction and Advanced Analytics (R2A2) capstone event on 13 November. The event was attended by 31 professionals representing 12 different partner organizations—COPECO, Health, Firefighters, Military (Navy, Army, Air Force), Merchant Marines, 911 Center, Forest Service, Transportation, and Energy—and included a review of the final R2A2 results, a DisasterAWARE Pro (pdc.org/DisasterAWARE) demo, and a brief exercise.
R2A2 (pdc.org/NDPBA) identifies capability enhancements aligned with current needs, helping national stakeholders better anticipate potential disasters, quickly mobilize resources, and promote risk-informed decision-making.
The Honduras R2A2 project concludes in January with the publication of the final report, marking the completion of the PDC's first R2A2 assessment. PDC and COPECO have a long-standing relationship through disaster response events, training, exercises, and the preceding national baseline assessment (NDPBA), and we look forward to further strengthening our partnership.
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #honduras #copeco #disasterpreparedness #R2A2 #NDPBA
Secretaría de Gestión de Riesgos y Contingencias Nacionales
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM)
Embajada de Estados Unidos en Tegucigalpa
Joint Task Force-Bravo
Don’t let hazards catch you off-guard—stay ahead and stay informed!
Download the free Disaster Alert app—available on Google Play and the iOS App Store. (Search “Disaster Alert” in the app store.)
Are you an Emergency Management or Humanitarian Assistance professional? Request your free DisasterAWARE Pro account today!
>>> Learn more at: pdc.org/DisasterAWARE
>>> DisasterAWARE is the #1 award-winning early warning and risk intelligence technology trusted by disaster managers worldwide.
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #DisasterAlert #hurricane #volcano #fire #flood #tsunami #earthquake #disaster #hazard #landslide #tornado #winterstorm #storm #wildfire #weather
According to PDC’s latest Event Brief, an estimated 24.6 million people (6.15 million households) in Bangladesh were exposed to moderate to very strong shaking from a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that struck near the capital, Dhaka, on Friday around 10:38 AM local time.
Available through DisasterAWARE (pdc.org/DisasterAWARE), PDC Event Briefs deliver rapid, actionable insights—answering key questions like what happened, when and where it occurred, how bad is it, and what are the potential mass care needs—empowering emergency management professionals and decision-makers with the information they need, when they need it most.
Get alerts and receive updates on earthquakes and other hazards!
>>> Disaster managers and humanitarian assistance professionals can access the latest information and updates on impacts through DisasterAWARE (DisasterAWARE.pdc.org)
>>> The public can get alerts with PDC's FREE Disaster Alert app available on the Google Play and the iOS App Store.
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #Earthquake #Bangladesh #DisasterAWARE #DisasterAlert
In ongoing support of our Jamaican partners and humanitarian relief organizations, the PDC team continues to provide critical and timely updates through DisasterAWARE Pro (DisasterAWARE.pdc.org).
Attached are the latest estimates of population affected by ongoing power and water outages, including current restoration status. Please continue to monitor DisasterAWARE for updated information.
#SaferWorld #EarlyWarningForAll #caribbean #storm#hurricaneMelissa #hurricane #Weather #Alert #disasteraware#DisasterAlert #jamaica #hurricane
CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM)
ODPEM
United Nations OCHA
World Food Programme
An atmospheric river is bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding risks to California through Saturday. Approximately 22.6 million people are under a Flood Watch in Southern California and the Eastern Sierra. Recent wildfire burn scars in parts of the state can heighten the risk of debris flows and mudslides during periods of intense rainfall.
The attached screenshot shows DisasterAWARE’s new “Brief” feature, which delivers rapid updates on potential hazard exposure—including population estimates, demographic details, and critical infrastructure.
Stay safe and stay alert!
>>> Download PDC’s FREE Disaster Alert app—available on Google Play and the iOS App Store. (Search “Disaster Alert” in the app store.)
Are you an Emergency Management or Humanitarian Assistance professional?
>>> Request your free DisasterAWARE Pro account today at DisasterAWARE.pdc.org!
DisasterAWARE is the #1 award-winning early warning and risk intelligence technology trusted by disaster managers worldwide. Learn more at: pdc.org/DisasterAWARE
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #DisasterAlert #hurricane #volcano #fire #flood #tsunami #earthquake #disaster #hazard #landslide #tornado #winterstorm #storm #wildfire #weather #california
Snow, ice, freezing rain, and extreme cold can disrupt travel, knock out power, and threaten safety. Don’t let winter storms catch you off guard — stay ahead, stay informed, and stay safe all season long.
Download PDC’s FREE Disaster Alert app—available on Google Play and the iOS App Store. (Search “Disaster Alert” in the app store.)
Are you an Emergency Management or Humanitarian Assistance professional? Request your free DisasterAWARE Pro account today at DisasterAWARE.pdc.org!
DisasterAWARE is the #1 award-winning early warning and risk intelligence technology trusted by disaster managers worldwide. Learn more at: pdc.org/DisasterAWARE
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #DisasterAlert #hurricane #volcano #fire #flood #tsunami #earthquake #disaster #hazard #landslide #tornado #winterstorm #storm #wildfire #weather
In honor of Veterans Day tomorrow, we salute the men and women who have served in uniform to protect communities at home and around the world.
Our military partners play a vital role in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) missions, delivering aid to those in need. From responding to natural disasters in Hawaii with the Hawaii National Guard, to multinational relief efforts like SOUTHCOM’s Continuing Promise 2025, and providing HADR support around the globe, these service members exemplify courage, dedication, and compassion.
Thank you to all veterans—for your service, your sacrifice, and your unwavering commitment to helping others in times of crisis.
#SaferWorld #EarlyWarningforAll #veteransday #veteransday2025 #military #hadr #humanitarianassistance #DisasterRelief
Hawaii Army National Guard
National Guard
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM)
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
U.S. Central Command
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM)/
U.S. European Command (EUCOM)
Nearing two weeks since Hurricane Melissa made landfall, the Pacific Disaster Center (PDC) remains actively engaged in supporting the Government of Jamaica and humanitarian relief partners in their continued and dedicated efforts in response to the catastrophic impacts.
DisasterAWARE Pro (DisasterAWARE.pdc.org) continues to serve as the centralized hub and common operating picture (COP) for real-time information sharing and decision support across humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, providing access to post-impact satellite imagery, situation reports, and ongoing updates on isolated communities, relief activities, infrastructure status, damage, restoration, and more.
Disaster management and humanitarian assistance practitioners can directly access these critical data layers and key information updates through DisasterAWARE Pro.
>>> Request access: DisasterAWARE.pdc.org
>>> Once logged in, navigate to: Layers → Disaster Response Events → 2025 → Hurricane Melissa Response 2025
>>> Click on each data feature on the map to view additional details and check back for updates!
#SaferWorld #EarlyWarningforAll #caribbean #storm #hurricaneMelissa #hurricane #weather #alert #DisasterAWARE #DisasterAlert #jamaica #hurricane
CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM)
ODPEM
United Nations OCHA
World Food Programme
Powerful Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally in the Philippines as ‘Uwan,’ is expected to cross through Luzon late Sunday night through early Monday morning, local time. Attached is PDC’s latest Event Brief, which shows potential exposure to damaging winds, impacts, and estimated needs for the latest forecast.
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #DisasterAWARE #funwong #typhoonfungwong #typhoon #flood #philippines #luzon
Civil Defense PH
AHA CENTRE
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
Typhoon Fung-wong continues to strengthen as it approaches the Philippines. We remain in close coordination and support of our partners in the Philippines and at the AHA Centre, providing critical and timely updates through PDC’s customized versions of DisasterAWARE — PhilAWARE and ASEAN’s Disaster Monitoring and Response System (DMRS).
The international response community and humanitarian assistance practitioners can monitor the progression of Typhoon Fung-wong and access PDC’s advanced analytics (e.g., the attached automated Event Brief showing potential exposure, impacts, and needs for the Philippines) via DisasterAWARE.pdc.org.
The public can stay informed with PDC’s free Disaster Alert app, available on Google Play and the iOS App Store.
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #DisasterAWARE #typhoonfungwong #typhoon #flood #philippines
Civil Defense PH
NDRRMC
AHA CENTRE
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
World Food Programme
United Nations OCHA
The PDC team continues to work closely with the Government of Jamaica and humanitarian assistance partners in response to Hurricane Melissa.
DisasterAWARE Pro (DisasterAWARE.pdc.org) continues to serve as the centralized hub for real-time information sharing and decision support across humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, providing access to satellite imagery, situation reports, and ongoing updates on damage, hazards, infrastructure status, restoration, relief activities, and more.
Disaster management and humanitarian assistance practitioners can directly access these critical data layers and key information updates through DisasterAWARE Pro.
>>> Request access: DisasterAWARE.pdc.org
>>> Once logged in, navigate to: Layers → Disaster Response Events → 2025 → Hurricane Melissa Response 2025
>>> Click on each data feature on the map to view additional details and check back for updates!
#SaferWorld #EarlyWarningforAll #caribbean #storm #hurricaneMelissa #hurricane #weather #alert #DisasterAWARE #DisasterAlert #jamaica #hurricane
CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM)
ODPEM
United Nations OCHA
World Food Programme
Exciting news! We have expanded our global early warning coverage with new automated hazard data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
IMD hazard data is now automated and fully integrated within DisasterAWARE, providing expanded and enhanced coverage on hazards impacting India - including avalanches, droughts, extreme temperatures, floods, landslides, marine hazards, severe weather, storms, tornadoes, and winter storms.
PDC Smart Alert early warnings are issued for each hazard, including advanced analytics on exposure, impacts, and potential humanitarian needs, as shown in the attached screenshots.
>>> Humanitarian assistance practitioners and the emergency management community receive alerts and access the latest information and updates on hazards through DisasterAWARE (DisasterAWARE.pdc.org)
>>> The public can get updates with PDC’s FREE Disaster Alert app available on Google Play and IOS App Store
#EarlyWarningforAll #SaferWorld #DisasterAWARE #hazard #hazards #india #warning #alert #avalanche #flood #drought #flood #landslide #weather #storm #tornado
India Meteorological Department