National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia University

ICYMI: NCDP's Andrew Kruczkiewicz was recently quoted in a Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre blog on the potential development of El Niño later this year.

The article highlights evolving climate signals, potential global impacts, and the importance of preparedness and anticipatory action.

For dialogue on the topic, listen to a recent podcast of Outrage + Optimism, The Climate Podcast featuring Andrew. Link to the podcast in story.

Read more here:

Odds shorten on El Niño starting later this year – Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre The Climate Centre supports the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and its partners in reducing the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events on vulnerable people.

Getting ready for the World Cup? So are we.

Join us in person on April 7 for a focused training on extreme weather preparedness for major sporting events, in preparation for upcoming World Cup activities at venues like MetLife Stadium.

⏳ Registration closes April 3 (required for security clearance)
🔗 Register now: https://luma.com/1jeudqxk

As global attention turns toward extreme weather stadium readiness during major international events, professionals across emergency management, meteorology, public safety, and transportation operations have a critical role to play.

At NCDP, we are working to strengthen coordination and scenario planning for high-visibility events like the World Cup.

This training is offered in partnership with:
• University of Hawai‘i System Pacific Urban Resilience Lab - PURL
• University of Hawai'i's National Disaster Preparedness Training Center
• Teachers College, Columbia University Center for Sustainable Futures

This session will bring together professionals working in:
• Extreme weather stadium and venue operations
• Emergency management and public safety
• Event planning and security coordination

Participants will explore key considerations for extreme weather readiness, coordination, and response in high-attendance, high-visibility environments. If you or your colleagues are involved in stadium readiness or large-scale event planning, we encourage you to register and share with your networks.

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