Accessing safe drinking water is a basic necessity for any community. When a disaster strikes, restoring water services should be a top priority for utilities. Rapid and effective disaster recovery is crucial to minimize disruption and impacts on public health…

Water is a fundamental element, pivotal to sustaining life, agriculture, and industries. However, as our planet grapples with significant climatic shifts, droughts and water scarcity increasingly challenge our traditional notions of water security. As such, constructing resilient water systems becomes…

Wildfires pose a significant threat to water supply systems in fire-prone regions. As climate change leads to hotter, drier conditions in many areas, wildfires are becoming larger and more intense. When wildfires burn in watersheds, they can damage infrastructure, contaminate…

Access to clean water is essential after any natural disaster, including devastating earthquakes. However, traditional water distribution systems are vulnerable to damage from seismic activity, jeopardizing this critical resource. Examining how earthquake-prone regions have adapted their water infrastructure offers valuable…

Tsunamis are a constant threat to coastal communities around the world. These giant waves, often triggered by earthquakes or other seismic activity, can wreak havoc when they make landfall. Preparing for potential tsunamis through comprehensive readiness and response plans is…