Farm Disaster Interactive Map
This interactive map contains practical, actionable information to help you prepare for a variety of natural disasters that are increasingly affecting farms throughout the world. Hover over the images on the map to view information about the following extreme events that call for preparation measures: hurricane, tornado, cyclone, wildfire, heatwave, drought, sea level rise, extreme precipitation, extreme temperature, storms and extreme temperatures, and health and humanitarian crisis.
Hurricanes
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Assess farm structures and vulnerabilities
- â–¡ Secure loose equipment and structures
- â–¡ Establish communication plan with neighboring farms
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Assess vulnerability
- â–¡ Prepare for evacuation
- â–¡ Post-disaster recovery
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Develop an evacuation plan
- â–¡ Implement measures to protect crops and livestock
- â–¡ Rebuild infrastructure with climate resilience in mind.
Tornadoes
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Create a safe shelter area on the farm
- â–¡ Educate farm workers on tornado safety protocols
- â–¡ Conduct drills and practice tornado response
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Identify tornado-prone areas
- â–¡ Develop tornado safety plans
- â–¡ Implement early warning systems
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Install early warning systems
- â–¡ Establish a communication network with local authorities
- â–¡ Collaborate with neighboring farms for support
Cyclones
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Develop a cyclone emergency plan for the farm
- â–¡ Identify safe areas for livestock during cyclones
- â–¡ Strengthen coastal infrastructure
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Assess vulnerability of coast
- â–¡ Secure loose items on the farm
- â–¡ Post-disaster recovery
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Establish alternative water sources
- â–¡ Enhance farm infrastructure to withstand cyclones
- â–¡ Diversify crop selection to adapt to cyclone-prone areas
Wildfires
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Create a defensible space around farm structures
- â–¡ Develop an emergency communication plan
- â–¡ Remove flammable materials from the farm
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Check mitigation of wildfire risks
- â–¡ Prepare for wildfire response
- â–¡ Post-fire rehabilitation
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Implement firebreaks and controlled burning
- â–¡ Collaborate with local fire departments
- â–¡ Plant fire-resistant crops and vegetation
Heatwaves
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Install shade structures for livestock
- â–¡ Develop a heat stress management plan for workers
- â–¡ Use heat-tolerant crop varieties
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Ensure delivery of fresh water
- â–¡ Protect vulnerable populations & structures
- â–¡ Be active in addressing heat concerns
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Provide adequate water and cooling systems
- â–¡ Adjust planting schedules to minimize heat exposure
- â–¡ Implement regenerative techniques to conserve water
Drought
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Implement water-efficient irrigation practices
- â–¡ Develop a drought contingency plan for water usage
- â–¡ Collaborate with local agricultural support networks
- â–¡ Implement soil moisture retention techniques
- â–¡ Improve water storage and infrastructure
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Drought monitoring and prediction
- â–¡ Water conservation and management
- â–¡ Maintain water-efficient equipment
- â–¡ Support affected communities
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Implement soil moisture monitoring systems
- â–¡ Explore alternative water sources and storage options
- â–¡ Explore drought-tolerant crop varieties
- â–¡ Improve farm water storage and irrigation systems
- â–¡ Implement sustainable water management practices
Sea level rise
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Implement flood protection measures
- â–¡ Elevate farm structures and equipment
- â–¡ Implement erosion control measures
- â–¡ Implement saltwater intrusion prevention measures
- â–¡ Implement sustainable land management practices
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Assess coastal vulnerability
- â–¡ Implement coastal protection
- â–¡ Adapt coastal infrastructure
- â–¡ Manage coastal erosion
- â–¡ Protect coastal ecosystems
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Transition to salt-tolerant crops
- â–¡ Establish buffer zones to absorb rising water levels
- â–¡ Collaborate with local authorities for coastal planning
- â–¡ Protect and restore coastal wetlands
- â–¡ Implement measures to reduce pollution runoff
Extreme precipitation events
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Implement on-farm water retention systems
- â–¡ Establish drainage systems
- â–¡ Maintain clear drainage ditches and canals
- â–¡ Strengthen farm structures to withstand heavy rains
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Active stormwater management
- â–¡ Active floodplain management
- â–¡ Communication with local agencies
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Develop farm-level flood preparedness plans
- â–¡ Collaborate with local communities for flood response
- â–¡ Develop emergency communication channels
- â–¡ Improve road and transportation infrastructure
Extreme temperature
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Provide shade and cooling for livestock
- â–¡ Implement reflective surfaces in farm buildings
- â–¡ Develop heatwave safety protocols for workers
- â–¡ Choose heat tolerant crop varieties
- â–¡ Adjust work schedules to minimize heat exposure
- â–¡ Explore energy-efficient technologies
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Active monitoring of weather systems
- â–¡ Protect vulnerable populations
- â–¡ Ensure safety of farm animals & equipment
- â–¡ Work adaptation in outdoor settings
- â–¡ Energy Demand Management
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Implement energy-efficient cooling systems
- â–¡ Optimize energy usage through renewable sources
- â–¡ Implement climate-controlled storage facilities
- â–¡ Establish emergency medical response plans
- â–¡ Implement shaded rest areas for workers
- â–¡ Conduct energy audits to identify areas for improvement
Storms and extreme wind events
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Monitor weather forecasts and warnings
- â–¡ Reinforce farm structures
- â–¡ Stock up on emergency supplies
- â–¡ Conduct regular maintenance of farm infrastructure
- â–¡ Implement natural barriers and windbreaks
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Early warning and preparedness
- â–¡ Emergency response and recovery
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Develop farm-specific emergency response plans
- â–¡ Establish a communication network with neighboring farms
- â–¡ Collaborate with local authorities to anticipate post-storm support
- â–¡ Invest in wind-resistant agricultural equipment
- â–¡ Adopt agroforestry practices for wind protection
Health and Humanitarian Crisis
Disaster Preparedness Checklist
- â–¡ Implement biosecurity measures for livestock
- â–¡ Establish an emergency medical supplies kit
- â–¡ Develop a contingency plan for vulnerable groups
- â–¡ Understand local health & animal care facilities
Steps for Active Crisis
- â–¡ Disease surveillance and response
- â–¡ Strengthen healthcare infrastructure
- â–¡ Protect vulnerable populations
- â–¡ Humanitarian response and recovery
Future Adaptation Checklist
- â–¡ Collaborate with veterinary services for disease control
- â–¡ Train farm workers in basic first aid and response
- â–¡ Provide access to clean water and sanitation
- â–¡ Establish a farm support network for crisis situations