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Organized by the Climate Change Integrated Committee

As climate change impacts intensify, communities are increasingly exposed to severe and unpredictable weather events. This session will explore the urgent need for adaptive emergency preparedness strategies to address the growing frequency and intensity of extreme weather incidents—ranging from wildfires and hurricanes to flooding and prolonged heat waves. Attendees will gain insights into the latest risk assessment models, innovative response planning, and the importance of resilient infrastructure and community and network-based strategies to protect lives and property.