Throughout history, there have been countless anecdotes of animals exhibiting unusual behavior before natural disasters. These behaviors often serve as uncanny early warning systems, suggesting that ...

The Conversation U.S. asked Vanessa Crossgrove Fry, an associate research professor and director of the Idaho Policy Institute at Boise State University, and an expert on sustainable management and ...

Partnerships with government agencies, private companies and other nonprofits should ideally be in place before a disaster occurs to ensure a coordinated response when the time comes. For example ...

Social Border Grill delivers food as part of World Central Kitchen relief efforts at an Eaton Fire temporary shelter in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 9, 2025. Kirby Lee/Getty Images ...

1, 2023, in Kahana, Hawaii. AP Photo/Marco Garcia What do nonprofits do before disasters occur? Nonprofits play a crucial role in disaster preparedness by working to reduce risks and build resilience.

Before disasters, nonprofits focus on preparedness through public education, risk reduction, and community training programs. They also advocate for funding and infrastructure improvements.

Partnerships with government agencies, private companies and other nonprofits should ideally be in place before a disaster occurs to ensure a coordinated response when the time comes. For example, ...