Risk

Be prepared: Survey reveals education key to lower risk

Most people believe they have the necessary items to survive a volcanic eruption but only a few believe they are very prepared, an Auckland risk perception survey shows.

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DEVORA presents: City on Volcanoes!

A mock movie teaser trailer has been created by University of Canterbury PhD candidate Josh Hayes to present his research topic, Clean-up and restoration of urban environments after volcanic eruptions.

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Critical approach to volcanic ash protection

Volcanic ash damages and disrupts critical infrastructure. From electricity and transport to communications, wastewater and drinking water, all are at risk from a volcanic eruption.

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Role model for post-volcanic eruption clean-up

Volcanic ash fall (tephra) can damage or even destroy buildings and infrastructure and threaten health and well-being, along with having a massive impact on both the local and national economy.

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Weighing up risk and finding reward in RiskScape

A free, multi-hazard risk assessment software programme developed in New Zealand can be a powerful tool for assessing volcanic fields around the world.

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