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Data

The core data sets of Natural Disaster Hotspots – A Global Risk Analysis are freely available for downloading.

The data zip archive includes an ASCII text file of the raster data set (*.asc), detailed metadata (*.html), and projection information (*.prj). Where applicable, a dBase table (*.dbf) is also included and should be joined to the raster data using the VALUE item. For instructions on how to import data into specific GIS platforms, consult your software documentation.

Global Cyclone Hazard Frequency and Distribution
Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution
Global Earthquake Hazard Frequency and Distribution
Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution – peak ground acceleration
Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution
Global Landslide Hazard Distribution
Global Volcano Hazard Frequency and Distribution
Global Multihazard Frequency and Distribution

Global Cyclone Mortality Risks and Distribution
Global Drought Mortality Risks and Distribution
Global Earthquake Mortality Risks and Distribution
Global Flood Mortality Risks and Distribution
Global Landslide Mortality Risks and Distribution
Global Volcano Mortality Risks and Distribution

Source: Center For Hazards and Risk Research at Columbia University

 

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