UCL Warning Research Centre
@uclwrc.bsky.social
The UCL WRC is unique in bringing together global expertise to explore the role of warnings in managing vulnerabilities, hazards, threats, risks, and disasters.
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/sts/wrc
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/sts/wrc
Join @UCLWRC to launch the world’s first publicly available warning database, with a demo followed by a Q&A session.
Date: 04 March 2026, 15:00 – 16:00
Format: Hybrid - online and in person at UCL Campus
Book your free place here: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Date: 04 March 2026, 15:00 – 16:00
Format: Hybrid - online and in person at UCL Campus
Book your free place here: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Launch Event: UCL Warning Database Launch
Join the UCL Warning Research Centre to launch the world’s first publicly available warning database, with a demo followed by a Q&A.
www.ucl.ac.uk
February 6, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Join @UCLWRC to launch the world’s first publicly available warning database, with a demo followed by a Q&A session.
Date: 04 March 2026, 15:00 – 16:00
Format: Hybrid - online and in person at UCL Campus
Book your free place here: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Date: 04 March 2026, 15:00 – 16:00
Format: Hybrid - online and in person at UCL Campus
Book your free place here: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Value Yes, Chain No: Warnings Beyond Linearity: blogs.ucl.ac.uk/warning-rese...
January 23, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Value Yes, Chain No: Warnings Beyond Linearity: blogs.ucl.ac.uk/warning-rese...
Building capacities for the next generation of tsunami and coastal-hazard warning systems - In 2025, the IOC Tsunami Ready Programme marked significant progress in strengthening coastal-hazard preparedness worldwide see: www.ioc.unesco.org/en/building-... @unesco.org
www.ioc.unesco.org
January 22, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Building capacities for the next generation of tsunami and coastal-hazard warning systems - In 2025, the IOC Tsunami Ready Programme marked significant progress in strengthening coastal-hazard preparedness worldwide see: www.ioc.unesco.org/en/building-... @unesco.org
Strengthening Early Warning Systems for All: Evidence & lessons from last-mile communities by Global Disaster Preparedness Center that reviews 15 studies across 14 countries as to why early warnings often fail to translate into timely protective action @ifrc.org www.preventionweb.net/publication/...
Strengthening Early Warning Systems for All: Evidence and lessons from last-mile communities
This report synthesizes findings to examine why early warnings often fail to translate into timely, protective action - particularly for last-mile communities that are geographically isolated, sociall...
www.preventionweb.net
January 22, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Strengthening Early Warning Systems for All: Evidence & lessons from last-mile communities by Global Disaster Preparedness Center that reviews 15 studies across 14 countries as to why early warnings often fail to translate into timely protective action @ifrc.org www.preventionweb.net/publication/...
Lost in translation: How Sri Lanka’s Tamils face repeated disaster warning failures: www.thenewhumanitarian.org/news-feature... (@newhumanitarian.bsky.social)
Lost in translation: How Sri Lanka’s Tamils face repeated disaster warning failures
Language gaps left Tamil-speaking communities dangerously unprepared as Cyclone Ditwah triggered deadly floods and landslides.
www.thenewhumanitarian.org
January 22, 2026 at 12:21 PM
Lost in translation: How Sri Lanka’s Tamils face repeated disaster warning failures: www.thenewhumanitarian.org/news-feature... (@newhumanitarian.bsky.social)
Wonderful report by @IIED 'Climate resilience through social protection: the economic case for early action'. Taking early action through social protection programmes is more cost-effective than post-disaster responses & can be socially transformative www.iied.org/22668iied
Climate resilience through social protection: the economic case for early action
Climate change is no longer a distant risk but a systemic development crisis. The impacts are particularly devastating for the least developed countries and Small Island Developing States, where repea...
www.iied.org
January 22, 2026 at 9:32 AM
Wonderful report by @IIED 'Climate resilience through social protection: the economic case for early action'. Taking early action through social protection programmes is more cost-effective than post-disaster responses & can be socially transformative www.iied.org/22668iied
Rethinking impact-based forecasts and warnings (IbFW) for multi-risks. "IbFW systems requires interdisciplinary collaboration, improved modelling, more impact data and clearer terminology". www.preventionweb.net/quick/99281
Rethinking impact-based forecasts and warnings (IbFW) for multi-risks
This publication explores how impact-based Forecasts and Warnings (IbFWs) are crucial for disaster risk reduction; however, most systems focus on single hazards, overlooking the complex interactions…
www.preventionweb.net
January 21, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Rethinking impact-based forecasts and warnings (IbFW) for multi-risks. "IbFW systems requires interdisciplinary collaboration, improved modelling, more impact data and clearer terminology". www.preventionweb.net/quick/99281
As you may notice, our branding has changed! 2026 marks a major milestone for UCL - 200 years since we were founded as the first university in London, and we have a new look to celebrate. See more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/brand-and-ex...
About our brand
Our brand reflects centuries of world-changing ideas, from a single phrase that captures the UCL spirit, all the way up to its logo and colours.
www.ucl.ac.uk
January 21, 2026 at 1:06 PM
As you may notice, our branding has changed! 2026 marks a major milestone for UCL - 200 years since we were founded as the first university in London, and we have a new look to celebrate. See more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/brand-and-ex...
Now published - Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025 Target G by @UNDRR www.undrr.org/reports/glob...
Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) 2025 | Target G
Disaster-related mortality in countries with more comprehensive Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) capabilities is nearly six times lower than in countries with limited capabilities.
www.undrr.org
November 25, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Now published - Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025 Target G by @UNDRR www.undrr.org/reports/glob...
From delivery to transformation: Scaling CREWS’ impact to 2030 at COP30 in Belém, Brazil www.preventionweb.net/publication/...
From delivery to transformation: Scaling CREWS’ impact to 2030 at COP30 in Belém, Brazil
This publication presents the CREWS 2030 strategy and impact.
www.preventionweb.net
November 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
From delivery to transformation: Scaling CREWS’ impact to 2030 at COP30 in Belém, Brazil www.preventionweb.net/publication/...
The role of artificial intelligence for early warning systems: Status, applicability, guardrails, and ways forward - article published in iScience www.preventionweb.net/quick/98365
The role of artificial intelligence for early warning systems: Status, applicability, guardrails, and ways forward
This study draws on a systematic literature review to assess AI methods utilized in the context of EWS, examines their challenges and opportunities and discusses guiding questions for responsible use.
www.preventionweb.net
November 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
The role of artificial intelligence for early warning systems: Status, applicability, guardrails, and ways forward - article published in iScience www.preventionweb.net/quick/98365
No one left behind: Adding volcanoes to Early Warnings for All by Dr Charles Balagizi www.preventionweb.net/quick/97828
No one left behind: Adding volcanoes to Early Warnings for All
Volcanic hazards haven’t received the same attention as floods or storms in the global Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative. That began to change at a recent workshop in Geneva.
www.preventionweb.net
November 16, 2025 at 12:21 PM
No one left behind: Adding volcanoes to Early Warnings for All by Dr Charles Balagizi www.preventionweb.net/quick/97828
Integrating local, indigenous, and traditional knowledge into early warning systems for climate resilience by @StartNetwork www.preventionweb.net/quick/98128
Integrating local, indigenous, and traditional knowledge into early warning systems for climate resilience
This study draws on a growing body of global evidence, key informant interviews, and case studies, to explore practical models, enablers, and barriers for the systematic integration of LITK within…
www.preventionweb.net
November 15, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Integrating local, indigenous, and traditional knowledge into early warning systems for climate resilience by @StartNetwork www.preventionweb.net/quick/98128
Fiji launches $29.5M early warning project: Early Warning for All project ensures remote and vulnerable communities receive timely alerts for cyclones, floods, and droughts. fijisun.com.fj/news/nation/...
Fiji launches $29.5M early warning project | Fiji Sun
Early Warning for All project ensures remote and vulnerable communities receive timely alerts for cyclones, floods, and droughts.
fijisun.com.fj
November 15, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Fiji launches $29.5M early warning project: Early Warning for All project ensures remote and vulnerable communities receive timely alerts for cyclones, floods, and droughts. fijisun.com.fj/news/nation/...
Just 2 weeks to go until our next event!
Join us online as we launch Santiago Zabala's latest book 'Signs from the Future: A philosophy of warnings'.
📅 26 November, 3.00PM GMT
💻 Online/Zoom - join from wherever you are in the world!
✏️ Book your free place now: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Join us online as we launch Santiago Zabala's latest book 'Signs from the Future: A philosophy of warnings'.
📅 26 November, 3.00PM GMT
💻 Online/Zoom - join from wherever you are in the world!
✏️ Book your free place now: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Book launch: Signs from the Future. A Philosophy of Warnings by Santiago Zabala
Join the UCL Warning Research Centre as we host the launch of the latest book by Prof Santiago Zabala, ICREA Research Professor at Pompeu Fabra University, Barcelona Spain.
www.ucl.ac.uk
November 14, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Just 2 weeks to go until our next event!
Join us online as we launch Santiago Zabala's latest book 'Signs from the Future: A philosophy of warnings'.
📅 26 November, 3.00PM GMT
💻 Online/Zoom - join from wherever you are in the world!
✏️ Book your free place now: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
Join us online as we launch Santiago Zabala's latest book 'Signs from the Future: A philosophy of warnings'.
📅 26 November, 3.00PM GMT
💻 Online/Zoom - join from wherever you are in the world!
✏️ Book your free place now: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical...
How to bolster food security through global early-warning systems www.chathamhouse.org/sites/defaul...
www.chathamhouse.org
November 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM
How to bolster food security through global early-warning systems www.chathamhouse.org/sites/defaul...
Reposted by UCL Warning Research Centre
Delighted to see two pieces in @NatureGeosci as part of the '40 years after the Armero tragedy’ special edition: Lessons from 40 years of communicating volcanic risk during crises lnkd.in/erQ5Tkkf & Towards effective institutional hazard management Q&A lnkd.in/e7MFKZMX @stsucl.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Delighted to see two pieces in @NatureGeosci as part of the '40 years after the Armero tragedy’ special edition: Lessons from 40 years of communicating volcanic risk during crises lnkd.in/erQ5Tkkf & Towards effective institutional hazard management Q&A lnkd.in/e7MFKZMX @stsucl.bsky.social
Wildfire displacement is on the rise: 2025 sends a clear warning www.internal-displacement.org/expert-analy...
Wildfire displacement is on the rise: 2025 sends a clear warning
Our mission is to provide high-quality data, analysis and expertise on internal displacement with the aim of informing policy and operational decisions that can reduce the risk of future displacement...
www.internal-displacement.org
November 11, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Wildfire displacement is on the rise: 2025 sends a clear warning www.internal-displacement.org/expert-analy...
Strengthening early warning systems for anticipatory action - SEWAA project: Mid term achievements docs.wfp.org/api/document...
docs.wfp.org
November 10, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Strengthening early warning systems for anticipatory action - SEWAA project: Mid term achievements docs.wfp.org/api/document...
The technology dividend: Empowering and protecting communities through early warnings: www.undp.org/geneva/blog/...
The technology dividend: Empowering and protecting communities through early warnings
Early warning systems remain among the most effective and cost-efficient methods for reducing disaster-relat
www.undp.org
November 9, 2025 at 3:50 PM
The technology dividend: Empowering and protecting communities through early warnings: www.undp.org/geneva/blog/...
Why heat warnings need to get more local dialogue.earth/en/climate/w...
Why heat warnings need to get more local
As cities are warming in very uneven ways, experts say heat warnings need to become more granular to save lives
dialogue.earth
November 9, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Why heat warnings need to get more local dialogue.earth/en/climate/w...
Multi-hazard early warning systems for anticipatory action: how to make these a reality www.anticipation-hub.org/news/multi-h...
Multi-hazard early warning systems for anticipatory action: how to make these a reality
To be effective, anticipatory action and early warning systems must capture and address the complexity – the multiple and interacting nature of hazards and risks – that communities face. This blog…
www.anticipation-hub.org
November 8, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Multi-hazard early warning systems for anticipatory action: how to make these a reality www.anticipation-hub.org/news/multi-h...
Scaling Early Warnings for All, by all: Advisory Panel calls for accelerated action www.preventionweb.net/news/scaling...
Scaling Early Warnings for All, by all: Advisory Panel calls for accelerated action
The Advisory Panel of the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative has issued a Joint Statement calling for accelerated, coordinated action to ensure that everyone on Earth is protected by…
www.preventionweb.net
November 8, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Scaling Early Warnings for All, by all: Advisory Panel calls for accelerated action www.preventionweb.net/news/scaling...
Early warnings coverage, determinants of reception, and benefits: what surveys can tell us www.preventionweb.net/publication/...
Early warnings coverage, determinants of reception, and benefits: what surveys can tell us
This paper addresses that gap by leveraging four surveys conducted at different scales (international, national, subnational) and focusing on different geographic areas (urban versus rural) to…
www.preventionweb.net
November 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Early warnings coverage, determinants of reception, and benefits: what surveys can tell us www.preventionweb.net/publication/...
Anticipatory action in the Pacific by @UNDRR www.preventionweb.net/media/112239...
www.preventionweb.net
November 7, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Anticipatory action in the Pacific by @UNDRR www.preventionweb.net/media/112239...