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APMN Ho me Histo rical Backgro und Functio nal Strategies Key Achievements Pro ject Go al and Outco mes Membership and Audience Key Highlights Thematic Digest Bio diversity and Fo rest Mo untain liveliho o d and techno lo gy Water and Hazards Mo untain Climate Change Thematic Digest - Archive Thematic Digest Water and Hazards - Issue 27 In this issue News f rom ICIMOD Regional Member Count ries (RMCs) Global News Event s REG IO NAL NEWS Create an account or lo g in to see what your friends like. Sign Up China River Pollution Cleanup to Last Month 0 3 Fe b 20 12 Fa ce b o o k s o ci a l p l u g i n Asia Pacific Cleanup efforts have brought down cadmium levels from 80 times to 20 times the official limit of 0.005 milligrams per litre Thursday, said professor Zhang Xiaojian of Tsinghua University. Disaster Risk Reduction Training for Elderly in India 0 1 Fe b 20 12 ICIMOD at COP17 apmnicimo d Natural Hazards bit.ly/yWESWL #Reso urces #ICIMOD a b o u t 1 h o u r a g o · r e p l y · r e twe e t · fa vo r i te In an attempt to equip the elderly to face disasters and haz ards preparedly, a two- day training programme on ‘Disaster Risk Reduction’ (DRR) for Elderly Self Help Groups (ESHGs) jointly organised by HelpAge India and Association for Stimulating Know- How (ASK) was inaugurated by Dominic Presentation MLA at Ashirbhavan in Kacheripady on Monday. Kashmir Approves Disaster Management Policy 0 1 Fe b 20 12 Jo in the co nversatio n THEMATIC DIG EST - PAST ISSUES PDFmyURL.com The Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) Wednesday approved a three- tier draft disaster management policy for the state "which is vulnerable to natural calamities". Seismometers in Pakistan are not Transmitting Data in Real Time 31 J an 20 12 THEMATIC DIG EST - PAST ISSUES Water and Water and Water and Water and Haz ard - Issue 23 Haz ard - Issue 24 Haz ards - Issue 25 Haz ard - Issue 26 Around 30 of the 62 seismometers in Pakistan are not transmitting data in real time to the national seismic activity monitoring network speaks volumes for the level of official apathy where disaster preparedness is concerned. 2010- like Flood Likely in Ravi, Satluj Rivers 30 J an 20 12 RELEVANT ICIMO D PUBLICATIO NS Disaster preparedness Natural Haz ards O PPO RTUNITIES The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has cautioned about 2010- like floods situation in the Ravi and Satluj rivers this year, saying that the situation might deter with the start of pre- monsoon season. Time Running Out for Displaced Farmers in Afganisthan 27 J an 20 12 More than 1,000 families from Alburz in Balkh Province abandoned it 46 months ago after a drought affecting nearly half the country left 2.8 million people in need of food assistance, according to the World Food Programme. G LO BAL NEWS Aid Agencies Appeal for $39 Million to Assist Sendong- affected in Mindana in Philippines 0 3 Fe b 20 12 The United Nations and its humanitarian partners issued today the second emergency revision of the Humanitarian Action Plan for Mindanao, responding to the dramatic increase of needs in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Washi, known locally as Sendong. The revised appeal seeks $39 million necessary to continue providing vital assistance to more than 300,000 people over the period of six months. The amount represents a $10.6 million increase from the $28.4 million requested initially. Fiji Declares 15 day State of Disaster 0 3 Fe b 20 12 A flood watch is in place as periods of heavy rain are expected. All those living in flood- prone areas have been advised to evacuate and take with them food, water and a change of clothes. As of today, there E- Course: Safe and Resilient Cities; The World Bank (Duration: 04- 29 June 2012) Deadline: 21 May 2012 Short course on World History of Water Management- The course will take place at the International Centre on Qanats and Historic Hydraulic Structures (ICQHS), Yaz d, IRAN; Duration - 23 to 27 February 2012; Contact:Mr. Majid Labbaf, labbaf@icqhs.org 2012 UNESCO/People’s Republic of China Fellowships– The Great Wall Co- Sponsored Fellowships Programme for International Students. Deadline: 30 March 2012 The Center for International Education announce The CIE International Achievement Awards for Undergraduate and Graduate Students, USA 2012. Deadline: 23 March 2012 Disaster reduction and recovery specialist, P3 (BCPR- UNDP) Niger Consultant - Disaster risk reduction education Technical writer, education PDFmyURL.com are 21 active evacuation centres with a total of 1,333 evacuees. $257,978 in Mental Health Grants Help Disaster Survivors Cope 0 3 Fe b 20 12 Technical writer, education resources & training material, Vanuatu Deadline: 10 Feb 2012 FEATURED O RG ANIZATIO NS Along with the economic damage caused by tornadoes, flooding and violent storms that struck U.S communities in 2011, many survivors struggle with post- traumatic stress and other psychological challenges. As part of its 2011 U.S. Disaster Recovery Initiative, AmeriCares has awarded four grants totaling $257,978 to provide crucial mental health and psycho- social support to help families in New York, Alabama and South Dakota. Tokyo Conducts Disaster Drill at Stations, Companies 0 3 Fe b 20 12 The Mainichi Daily News reports that about 10,000 people took part in a large- scale drill aimed at avoiding the chaotic overcrowding at train stations and on streets that left many stranded following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami. European cold Snap Death Toll Rises to 83 0 2 Fe b 20 12 While Eastern Europe faces severe cold spell, more people freez e to death and others are missing in the snow, reports the Herald Sun. "The situation is dramatic, the snow is up to five metres high in some areas, you can only see rooftops," said Dr Milorad Dramacanin, who participated in the helicopter evacuations in central Serbia. Winter Weather Patterns can Increase Risk for Flooding 0 1 Fe b 20 12 Areas that receive less snow and rain this winter season may later experience drought- like conditions that, when it does rain, can lead to flash flooding. The onset of seasonal rains and snowmelt can also lead to flooding. Authorities Boost Flood- control Measures in Thailand 0 1 Fe b 20 12 The Thai government is pressing ahead with efforts to mitigate the risk of flooding during the upcoming rainy season, but greater coordination is still needed, flood experts say. The US$9.6 billion measure was announced on 20 January as a first step, ahead of the annual MayOctober rainy season, at a flood forum organiz ed by the National Economic and Social Development Board and the Asian Development Bank. Weather Data for All 0 1 Fe b 20 12 Disaster risk reduction officials planning emergency responses now United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction : Its mandate is to serve as the focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of disaster reduction and to ensure synergies among disaster reduction activities. Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Bangkok; ADPC is a non- profit organiz ation supporting the advancement of safer communities and sustainable development through implementing programmes and projects that reduce the impact of disasters upon countries and communities in Asia and the Pacific. ReliefWeb Kobe City Hyogo, Japan ; ReliefWeb is an online gateway to information (documents and maps) on humanitarian emergencies and disasters. National Center for Disaster Management, New Delhi; established by the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India. NCDM is setup in Indian Institute of Public Administration National Information Center of Earthquake Engineering- IIT Kanpur, India; Institutes mandate is to create and maintain a good storehouse of information/publications/ other audio- visual materials PDFmyURL.com have the option to consult a new online international weather, climate and water system operated by the World Meteorological Organiz ation (WMO). Mangroves Reduce Tsunami Impacts - Researchers 31 J an 20 12 other audio- visual materials on earthquake engineering. RELATED RESO URCES An analysis of earthquake and tsunami risks presented this month in the Pertanika Journal of Science & Technology suggests that mangrove forests have a protective role in the event of a tsunami. Geo- haz ard Maps go Public in Philippines 31 J an 20 12 The Philippine government has made geo- haz ard maps, which outline areas prone to natural disasters, publicly available in a bid to reduce vulnerability at community level. The geo- haz ard map developed by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau of the Department of the Environment and Natural Resources (MGB- DENR) uses colour to classify areas as either low, moderately or highly susceptible to floods, flash floods and landslides. Some areas are marked as being prone to riverbank erosion. EVENTS International Conference on Traditional Knowledge for Water Resources Management Yaz d, Iran 21 Fe b 20 12 - 23 Fe b 20 12, Yaz d , Iran Call for Participations Full registration fee is 500 USD and will be requested on- site. It covers accommodation, one day field visit to few Qanats of Yaz d, conference publications, meals, and refreshments. Contact Person(s): Conference Secretary CIWEM International Event - Water Management in Europe 22 Fe b 20 12 - 23 Fe b 20 12, Wo rld Trad e Ce ntre , Lille , Franc e Call for Participation CIWEM with the support of EWA, European Water Association and ASTEE, Association Scientifique et Technique pour l'Eau et l'Environnement, is organising a two day international conference. There will also be a special RESTORE EU- LIFE project workshop session. Contact Person(s): Lauren Gooz ee Produced Water Management Asia 2012 28 Fe b 20 12 - 29 Fe b 20 12, J akarta, Ind o ne s ia From vulnerability to resilience: a handbook for programming design based on field experience in Nepal (Practical Action) Institutional and policy analysis of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation in Pacific Island Countries: final report (UNDP) UNISDR strategic framework 2025: work programme 20122015, with addendum on budget requirements for 2012- 2013 (UNISDR) Analysis: When aid meets arsenic in Nepal Report (IRIN) Nature can help lessen flood impacts (IUCN) Study on Seismic Vulnerability of Drinking Water Supply System in Kathmandu Valley, Report (UNICEF) Invisible haz ard of groundwater depletion in Bangladesh Article (IRIN) Second world landslide forum: putting science into practice (held in Rome on 3- 9 October 2011) - An Abstract Book Geoinformation for Disaster and Risk Management Examples and Best Practices (UN- SPIDER) PDFmyURL.com Call for Participation It gathers the pioneers and experts of de- oiling technology experience in designing, manufacturing and implementing produced water treatment systems to address your specific reservoir challenge on rising water production. Contact Person(s): Conference Contact The 22nd Annual International Conference on Soil, Water,Energy, and Air 19 Mar 20 12 - 22 Mar 20 12, Mis s io n Valle y Marrio tt, San Die g o , Califo rni Call for Participation Attendees are drawn from a variety of professions including state and federal regulatory agencies, environmental engineering and consulting firms, the petroleum and chemical industries, military and academia. Contact Person(s): Conference Coordinator Water Resources and Water Security in the Middle East and the Mediterranean Region 12 May 20 12 - 16 May 20 12, Amman, J o rd an Call for Papers The Euro- arabiyha Organiz ation for Research on Environment, Water and the Desert organiz es this conference to bring together scientists from all over the world to discuss and maybe find solutions to the above mentioned issues in the future. Deadline: 20 April 2012 Contact Person(s): Dr.Lutfi Almomani © 20 0 8 - 20 12 CO UNTRIES PDFmyURL.com