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From June to August 2007, Greece experienced the worst summer of forest fires in living memory, with more than 3,000 fires reported across half of the country. Three separate heat waves swept through the country, each one reaching temperatures of over 40°C (105°F). The extreme heat, combined with strong dry winds, provided ideal conditions for fires to start and spread. The fires destroyed swaths of forests and emptied villages throughout the country, with new fires starting before others could be brought under control, overwhelming firefighters. Over the course of three months, some 65 people died, numerous others were injured, and over 268,700 hectares (1,035 square miles) of forestland were destroyed. By the beginning of September 2007, firefighters, assisted by reinforcements from across the European Union, had managed to contain all but a few of the fires. This report provides a rough timeline of the fires and presents a theory that not all of the fires were caused naturally. ...moreThe first report in CRI’s series on emergency preparedness for natural disasters. Identifies the objective of establishing a natural disaster crisis management plan, including the importance of setting up an Emergency Reaction Team (ERT). Defines “emergency” in terms of the various types of natural disasters that may occur.” (see page 4 for second abstract) ...morePandemic avian influenza is one of the most serious health risks facing the world today. This report outlines the World Health Organization’s predictions for the virus, as well as approved measures and contingency plans for businesses in the event of a global outbreak. ...moreDue to the dynamics of globalization, public health has become a major international concern in recent years. Although the World Health Organization (WHO) and the medical community are working to create vaccines and prevent the spread of disease, newer and more resistant diseases are emerging. This report highlights several new diseases that have emerged and the countries where they are found. ...moreContinuation of CRI’s series on emergency preparedness for natural disasters. Outlines the responsibilities of individual members of the Emergency Reaction Team (ERT). ...more
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