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thumb for EYEWITNESS: India’s fishing villages fight fear of the sea EYEWITNESS: India’s fishing villages fight fear of the sea
27 Jan 2005
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India is highly experienced in disaster response, but there's a lot to consider in helping tsunami survivors, says a Save the Children emergencies officer. Full Article...


thumb for PHOTOS: Women are vulnerable in disasters PHOTOS: Women are vulnerable in disasters
21 Jan 2005
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When disasters strike, the burden is often on women to ensure their family survives. Full Article...


thumb for PHOTOS: Elderly people are vulnerable in disasters PHOTOS: Elderly people are vulnerable in disasters
20 Jan 2005
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Reuters pictures show elderly people around the world coping after disasters. Full Article...


VIEWPOINT: Save our schools should be Kobe's slogan
17 Jan 2005
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Schools and hospitals should be given higher priority in disaster reduction, argues journalist Nick Cater.  Full Article...


One man’s hazard is another man’s disaster
14 Jan 2005
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When natural disasters strike, some people are more vulnerable than others. We look at who is most at risk, and why. Full Article...



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